I have an aunt who makes only cashew cookies every Chinese New Year. My father says it’s because she only has one recipe in her head, but I told him that that’s ok, since they are actually the best cashew cookies in the world. My cashew auntie is my father’s eldest sister, and his favorite, [...]
Tag Archives: voyage
For Those In Need Of A Bulb Shade To Keep The Light On
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
The above is a rosy antique beaded glass shade, to dress over a lone bulb. The below is an ancient story, in parts light and dark. I learned very late what it means to want to have photos put in photo frames. It means you want to look for a frame to capture your [...]
Store Happenings Part II
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
If you haven’t already, you should read Bridget’s post before reading mine. At this point, Bridget and I did not know the future of the store, but we knew we were not in such a bad shape that we had to give up the business. After that late night phone call with the owner, we [...]
Boy
Monday, March 7, 2011
Had an extended conversation with an old cab driver who kept calling me “boy.” “What school do you attend boy?” “The School of Rock uncle.” “Is that a new school?” “No, old school.” He still thought I was a boy when I got off the cab. “4 dollars boy,” he said. He still can’t beat [...]
