Saw the movie Deadline with my friend Karen -- it covered the controversial topic, 'The Death Penalty', by relating the story of Illinois Governor George Ryan, who considered clemency for ~167 death row inmates. His consideration was prompted by … [Continue reading]
Uh oh… I’m back making to-do lists
I'm not sure if it was that my dreams started getting too stress-filled or just that the weather started to get a bit nicer in Seattle (I think sunset reached 5:30pm again!), but I'm starting to ramp up my career-discovery phase. It is still a bit … [Continue reading]
Seattle’s sister city…
I made a quick dash to Portland yesterday to have lunch with Aunt Jeannine and Lynn, take advantage of the sales tax benefit to buy some luggage and shoes, and meet up with a Wharton classmate, who founded a company that runs the loyalty/stored value … [Continue reading]
Not so super bowl
As a born and bred Eagles fan, I just have to say that: a) I was sure they were going to win the game -- I thought Donovan McNabb was underrated by people, and think he still is -- next year is their year -- I think I'll place a Vegas bet now, and … [Continue reading]
What happens in Vegas…
Had a great Vegas weekend. Went with Peter, met/re-met some ex-Amazonians who were just delightful (Jeanne, Bettina and Maiken), and also got to catch up with some North Carolina friends (Bob, David, Robert, Robbie, etc). Of course, I wouldn't be so … [Continue reading]