Monthly Archives: June 2009
Tim & Shannon get hitched! Wahoo!
Written on June 22, 2009 at 6:34 am, by Ian Byington
If there are any two people made for each other on this island & this planet, it’s my good friends Shannon Dean & Tim Dustrude. They’ve been longtime sweethearts & best friends, and as I’ve watched them in action over the past 10-11 years, they make a great team. Tim announced they got married Sunday Continue Reading
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Written on June 21, 2009 at 9:41 pm, by Ian Byington
Ours is a world of nuclear giants and ethical infants. We know more about war than we know about peace, more about killing than we know about living. We have grasped the mystery of the atom and rejected the Sermon on the Mount. Omar Bradley, WWII general
Sunny skies over a beautiful garden…
Written on June 21, 2009 at 9:41 pm, by Ian Byington
If you haven’t been out to Roche Harbor lately, it’s worth the trip just to see the awesome job gardener Alana Dunn does there…it was especially pretty in the solstice sun this weekend. -oo-
How they grow….
Written on June 21, 2009 at 9:37 pm, by Ian Byington
Sure was nice to see Joan Mainville-Davis & Griffin on the Hiyu on Saturday (I was on my way to a wedding there). They last appeared in the Update when he was maybe 36 hours old, because I ran into her & him at Music on the Lawn, right after she & husband Chris Davis had Continue Reading
The ferries – new schedule, old boat…
Written on June 21, 2009 at 9:23 pm, by Ian Byington
If you’re going off-island, be sure & check two things: The new summer schedule kicked in this weekend, so make sure you’re looking at the right one (or better yet, check the link at the top of this page). And…the Hiyu (35-car sized boat) is handling the interisland route this week. Continue Reading
It's final: The Buck Property annexation
Written on June 21, 2009 at 9:18 pm, by Ian Byington
It took three years, but it looks like it’s a done deal. Here’s more from the Home Trust’s Nancy DeVaux: Annexation Finalized: Home Trust Plans for “Sun Rise” Being Completed Annexation of the 46-acre Buck property was finalized by adoption of an ordinance by the Town Council on June 18. The Town Council also amended the Continue Reading
It’s final: The Buck Property annexation
Written on June 21, 2009 at 9:18 pm, by Ian Byington
It took three years, but it looks like it’s a done deal. Here’s more from the Home Trust’s Nancy DeVaux: Annexation Finalized: Home Trust Plans for “Sun Rise” Being Completed Annexation of the 46-acre Buck property was finalized by adoption of an ordinance by the Town Council on June 18. The Town Council also amended the Continue Reading
Open House: IPS on Monday
Written on June 21, 2009 at 9:15 pm, by Ian Byington
Kate just dropped me a note to let you know: New Owners for Island Petroleum Services (IPS) On April 1st Jim and Kate Schuman purchased Island Petroleum Services, more commonly known as IPS, from Charlie and Lynn Meyer. IPS operates the gas station located at 315 Carter Avenue as well as the fuel dock Continue Reading
Visiting friends…
Written on June 21, 2009 at 9:02 pm, by Ian Byington
It’s always good to have friends drop by, especially if it’s your birthday. -oo-
Sail aboard the Adventuress…this Sunday
Written on June 21, 2009 at 8:51 pm, by Ian Byington
You’ve seen her in the harbor here – she’s a beautiful ship, and they’re having a public sail this coming weeknd – here’s the notice: Sail aboard The Adventuress on a three hour public sail from Friday Harbor dock. Members of Sound Experience sail for free, non-members, $40 for adults, $20 for kids 18 and under. To register call Continue Reading
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Written on June 19, 2009 at 4:28 am, by Ian Byington
Even when poetry has a meaning, as it usually has, it may be inadvisable to draw it out… Perfect understanding will sometimes almost extinguish pleasure. A. E. Housman
You're from the Northwest, if….
Written on June 19, 2009 at 12:46 am, by Ian Byington
John Simon sent me this to share with you – it’s been around a bit, but it’s a good self-check for you: You are from the Pacific Northwest if: 1. You know the state flower (Mildew). 2. You feel guilty throwing aluminum cans or paper in the trash. 3. Use the statement “sun break” and Continue Reading
You’re from the Northwest, if….
Written on June 19, 2009 at 12:46 am, by Ian Byington
John Simon sent me this to share with you – it’s been around a bit, but it’s a good self-check for you: You are from the Pacific Northwest if: 1. You know the state flower (Mildew). 2. You feel guilty throwing aluminum cans or paper in the trash. 3. Use the statement “sun break” and Continue Reading
On the road with Forrest…
Written on June 18, 2009 at 4:36 am, by Ian Byington
Yep, you counted right…Rachel & Brian Goodremont’s boy Forrest is nine weeks old already, and cheerful & smart, like his folks. They were all on their way to watch dad in the Triathalon in Coeur d’Alene this weekend when I saw them in the ferry line last night.
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Written on June 18, 2009 at 4:27 am, by Ian Byington
A poet can survive everything but a misprint. Oscar Wilde
Painting under the influence of…music
Written on June 18, 2009 at 4:26 am, by Ian Byington
Over at Gallery San Juan (right across from the Market Chef), Barbara reports they had a great time Saturday night – people could paint while the Playrite Boys played, and see what they came up with. The show is called Rhythm & Art…she tells me everyone painted, and David King of Friday Harbor won $100 Continue Reading