Of late, I’ve gotten on a kick to watch UX-related videos and take a few notes on what I find interesting. I figure some others may find these notes useful, so here you go.
Read moreMy 2016 Goals
At the beginning of 2015, I set some goals for myself. While airing all this publicly felt a bit strange, the exercise provided a degree of accountability and prompted thoughtful contemplation about improving myself over the year. So, in that spirit, here we go again!
Read moreBackpacking the lakes off Ira Spring Trail
For our second backpacking adventure we decided on the lakes off Ira Spring Trail. Named for a noted photographer and conservationist, the trail offers expansive views of Mt Rainier and a choice of lakes to stop at. We had hiked Mason Lake before, so we had a good idea what to expect.
Read moreSurviving the REI Garage Sale: Plan ahead and get there early
Some people stand in line for the newest cellphone, while others for Black Friday specials. Me? This weekend I queued up for the REI Garage Sale at the Seattle flagship store.
REI has a famously generous return policy (some joke their name stands for “Rental Equipment Incorporated”). Perhaps you’ve wondered what happened to those boots you wore once and returned? Well, they end up at the garage sale: a regular event where REI opens its vault of cut-price, barely used or slightly defective outdoor gear.
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