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new fans
An afternoon at Lucy’s Fried Chicken means lots of new music and hours of people-watching, along with margaritas and chicken tenders, of course. This sign is everywhere! The Bullock Museum gift shop had it on pot holders and t-shirts. Here … Continue reading
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king of texas blues
Stevie Ray Vaughan: He’s a hero, a legend and a much-loved musician here in Texas. And on Tuesday morning Son #1, the Funny Grandson and I went to the “Pride & Joy: the Texas Blues of Stevie Ray Vaughan” … Continue reading
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habaneros and sxsw food
If you’re hungry for Mexican food, there’s a little place on W. Oltorf in South Austin that has the best! This is Will’s favorite food in Austin (aside from where he works at Terry Black’s Barbecue, of course!). Banjo Man and Son … Continue reading
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our own crane
If you are six years old and your grandparents are having a new air conditioning unit installed and that involved hiring a crane then you put on your hard hat and your construction vest and you watch the show. The … Continue reading
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seen around town
We assumed this was a taxi, but then realized that in Austin this could be a personal car. Or a donut delivery machine. Lovely painting on the side of the corner gas station. Free advertising for Teddy.
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scenes from sunday
The Purgatory Players Sunday Gospel Brunch has moved from the Strange Brew Coffeehouse to El Mercado, right around the corner from us on South First. It was our first time at this venue and we had a great time … Continue reading
texas heat
It’s snowing in Rhode Island, but we’re in Texas! My friend Barbara just called to find out where I was. “We’re having a little blizzard here,” she said. “You should be happy to be in Texas.” I am. Very happy. … Continue reading
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centuries of television
Sunday night was an epic night on the Giant Couch. First up? The 1600’s, with King Louis XIV, in “Versailles”. If you are watching that series, check out this website, http://partylike1660.com/, which gives all sorts of historical information about the … Continue reading
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packing to party
It’s that time of year again, when musicians and music lovers from all over the world descend upon Austin, Texas. We’re packing up and flying down to join them. Over the past ten years my focus has slowly shifted from finding fiddlers … Continue reading
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in search of an asian sauce
I’ve made some pretty bad Asian meals lately. The chicken broccoli dish with the cashew butter, sriracha, tahini and vinegar hit a new low. Spread out on a cookie sheet and broiled (I’ve read this is the latest trend in … Continue reading
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