Jack’s blog

Wordless Wednesday:  Kindness Meters?  Have you seen these very special "parking" meters in your city? Raising money becomes easier with clever ideas. Thinking these could be very profitable in the right locations and the Carlsbad Community charities come out ahead thanks to tourists and resident...

Fair Trade Sale Dec 3 & 4  in Coeur d'Alene ID    Think outside the box (big box stores that is) this holiday season and shop for unique handcrafted items which benefit other countries and surprise those on your gift list with a unique item.  Or, consider making a purchase for a birthday, anniver...

 Lettuce Eat Plants  EAT DRINK VEGAN LOS ANGELES Even with the temperature reaching 90 degrees last Saturday, thousands filled the grounds of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena for Eat Drink Vegan (formerly known as the Vegan Beer & Food Festival). This was the 7th annual event, but only the second time a...

Wordless Wednesday:  Torrey Pines Gliderport  Sunday was a beautiful day to watch paragliders enjoy their sport at the Torrey Pines Gliderport located at La Jolla, California.  These enthusiasts are running toward the cliff and in less than a minute will be gracefully soaring over the Pacific Oce...

Support Habitat for Humanity with Donations and Dollars If you have any gently used furniture or home accessories (like sinks, light fixtures or good building materials) to donate please don't hesitate to find your nearest "ReStore".  The proceeds are used to build homes for families in local com...

Most Unusual Event in Spokane over Memorial Weekend On Memorial Weekend there are typically many things to do close to home if you don't plan to travel. Here's an event that offers something for everyone.  For more information visit:  http://www.hennesseyfuneralhomes.com/about-us/community-events...

Wordless Wednesday:  Gaiser Conservatory at Manito Park, Spokane WA            Coral Aphelandra  A visit to any one of the many beautiful parks in Spokane is a delightful experience.  However, the Gaiser Conservatory (in Manito Park) is a year round showcase of tropical, sub-tropical and temperat...

You can do it! Ditch and downsize. Author Jeff Yeager, AARP savings expert, wrote for AARP (July 2015) on downsizing and reclaiming space. Thanks Jeff!  These tips are timeless. Moving from a large home to a smaller home is a no brainer but the following is helpful whether or not you plan to move...

Wordless Wednesday:  Runners shed clothing.Jackets and sweaters are tossed into the trees along Riverside Avenue as temperatures rise and Bloomsday Runners wait patiently for the starting gun.  Over 42,000 participated this year under sunny skies in Spokane, Washington.    Good news: After the ru...

Monterey Park, California, Centennial Celebration A parade, carnival rides and lots of music highlight the 100th Anniversary Celebration May 12 - 15 in Monterey Park this weekend.  But wait!   There's lots more.  The activities and family fun occur at Barnes Park all weekend long, so be sure to s...