I rode it to Conjectured for a coworking session. What’s that you say? Coworking?

People from all walks of trade work together, at least in the same space. Ideas generate through conversation, people show videos of their latest project, others hole up and build the latest new business deck or talk about their new social media strategy for local gardeners.

It’s open and lovely, like some sort hippy-ness revisited. Open source for the non-programming (and programming) sect.

Well, we are in Austin – so it’s never a stretch on hippy-ness. But this idea is everywhere and even if you work in a standard setting, it’s nice to change things up.

The call for FREE co-working got me out on my bike, so dig that. I need to ride more, and this is precisely the type of thing to get me moving.

I hauled butt this morning on the Austin streets, like the guy on the cover below. It’s great to see bike commuting become part of the normal outlay for advertising.

Today’s theme includes a new venue and new clothes for the kids. Yes, we actually do dress them in other things.

Getting ready for our trip to the park with a little indoors play action.

Patchwork PJ is growing out of my favorite outfit for him. Need to find an equally suitable cute replacement.

Grandma Jean was awfully proud of this capture, and now you see why.

“If you’re going, I’m going, too.” Molly loves the slides.

Kids are great, but I’ll get back to more important things like bashing the Cubs and advertising anecdotes in a few. Then Grandpa Corky and Grandma Karen will be in town for their anniversary (45 years?), so I’m sure we’ll have more kiddo fun to post.

Have a great day!

I like the theme here – this time the images are close up.

Amazingly cute. I hope she retains her lovely red hair.

When he smiles and his face is flush from the sun, PJ’s eyes and cheeks really remind me of Grandpa Heramb (his namesake - the James [J] in PJ).

A complete ham when the camera makes an appearance.

The pictures make me want to go get my kids early so I have extra time with them before hockey, ‘eh! Night night, friends.

Grandma Jean was just in town and she captured these images of the kids. She has a three-month rule whereby she can’t go any longer before she sees her grandchildren. The visit was a quickie, but relaxing and fun with lots of outdoor time for the twins.

I lamented to Stacey last night that I love to watch my mom be a grandma, but it’s bittersweet because I’m still a son. It’s not sad – I am very loved. But it changes and becomes a deeper bond when we become parents, too.

Patrick fell smack onto a book, causing a face abrasion. It apparently gave him the ability to share the car with his sister.

No fear. She loves to climb – it’s when she’s happiest.

Katie and PJ love to be with me when I’m working. They play with stuff they shouldn’t.

It’s always more fun when you’re on their level.

My normal workout ride (when I’m riding) is a quick jaunt on un-congested side streets, bike path, singletrack, the capital and the university. I think the most dangerous part is riding near those students in the a.m. – they’re like zombies.

Rubber side down, friends. Especially to all those conquering RAGBRAI. I need to do that some day…

Our local IGA and pharmacy have been there in the middle of our neighborhood for eons. You’d never know the existed if you didn’t live in this part of town (they’re not located on a major street). We have a fabulous Little Deli, and a civic-minded neighborhood group that really watches out for the ‘hood.

Last weekend was an Ice Cream Social. We missed it in ‘07, but this year we braved the 100º heat to meet people and be social. There were plenty of kind old folk who were fun to talk with, and lots of new families. We met neighbors from down the block, and the kids enjoyed the band.

If you have time, check out our Flickr account for more images.

The next day was a social of our own. We had the Hills and Thompsons over for a kiddie pool date and some refreshments. Good times all around – it was nice to meet new old friends.

The kids love their new sand and water table. Thanks Grandpa Joe and Grandma Karen S.

Sawyer is a pretty cool dude and played well with the kids.

Have a nice weekend, friends.

Run far away and fast and don’t look back. Never fear little one, 01.20.09 is right around the bend.

I hope our Katie is that smart.

It isn’t fair, and you suck, Mr Ricco. May you never race again.

Apparently it’s high time I start wearing this apropos t-shirt again.

The NL might want to consider such things before designating rosters.

Headline:
Drunk Portland cyclist used bike to club motorist, police say
Police say a mob formed as the rider and driver faced off

Interesting read. The cyclist is going to face some repercussion as a city employee, and what was the motorist thinking? He had his family in the car. Idiots all around.

Thanks again to Bill for the news of the weird link.