Monthly Archives: July 2008

Other scribes

I think of the word scribe as someone who doesn’t have control of his keyboard or pen – or more accurately someone who controls these tools but doesn’t have control over what is transmitted through them. I’m NOT a scribe, … —yes, there’s more—

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If the shoe fits…

About eight years ago I bought some really nice hiking boots. I don’t hike, but bought them to shovel snow at home and to do trail maintenance at mountain-bike destinations around Massachusetts. The boots were a size 9.5. I should … —yes, there’s more—

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Time Tomb

Sitting at Panera Bread Company today, I got to perform some serious people-watching. Self-absorbed businessmen, scantily clad beach-bound women, SUV-driving mothers herding their children, and the relaxed and wobbly older generation all crossed my path. Most of them jockeyed for … —yes, there’s more—

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SavvyAuntie just went live!

The SavvyAuntie site went live today and my writing is all over the place Here’s the link to one piece – READ IT AND COMMENT. And you can find much more by just going to the main page and signing … —yes, there’s more—

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Inspired to write

Occasionally there are other writers who spur us to explore different topics and open discussions on existing matters that cause ire and angst. One such writer is Bella English, and her recent column in the Boston Globe and on Boston.com … —yes, there’s more—

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Impulsive, to a fault

A pack of gum, a pair of shoelaces, perhaps a paperback novel. These are the things you might consider as impulse purchases. But as economies of scale come into play and the cost of living – as well as the … —yes, there’s more—

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Scooters. Safe and economical or a dangerous trend?

Getting behind the bars by Jeff Cutler According to the lighthearted nature of recent articles online and in both regional and national newspapers, riding a scooter is the best way to fight gas prices and stick it to the parking … —yes, there’s more—

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Reporting on the Tour de France

As I’ve done in past years, I’ll be blogging about the Tour de France at one of my other sites. The info I get will be culled from various sources including VERSUS TV and Bicycling.com. I’ll also be checking the … —yes, there’s more—

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Storm Hater – Bowl of Cheese Podcast by Jeff Cutler. Episode #45

Here’s the transcript to Bowl of Cheese Podcast #45. Maybe we’ll make it to 50 before the summer’s over. And here’s a link to the show’s MP3 file. Enjoy! And remember, if you have an idea for a Bowl of … —yes, there’s more—

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Writing on the road

With a new vehicle in my stable – a Genuine Buddy scooter – I’ve been more prone to take the Hemingway route and deposit myself wherever I feel like it to write. Yesterday’s column was penned (keyboarded really) at the … —yes, there’s more—

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