Jack’s blog

Spokane Bike Swap & Expo this Saturday Swap - Sell - Donate  Now that the snow is off the ground and the grass is turning green, bicyclists are popping up like dandelions and parents are sending the youngsters out doors to play games and ride bikes. Fresh air!  Exercise! Are the kids ready for a ...

Championship Game Tonight!   Back when I was in law school at Gonzaga, I would be able to walk over after class and take a seat anywhere in the gym to watch the Zags play. Back then they were just happy to have someone there.  Today, what a change! The Zags are not playing today in their beautifu...

GONZAGA BULLDOGS TO THE FINAL FOUR   A big day tomorrow!   The Inlander and all the area media are keeping fans informed about every detail of Gonzaga basketball.   Phoenix is where it is happening.  A great team and a great coach.   Go Zags!     

Washington State Property Tax Exemption Senior homeowners desiring to remain in their homes and who are struggling to keep up with property taxes have a valuable resource in the Washington State Department of Revenue. You should know about the Washington State Property Tax Exemption.   A program ...

 Free Entrance Days to National Parks  How many times have you said to yourself (or anyone who would listen) "where does the time go?"  Well before time gets away, you may wish to consider a visit to a National Park or two (near or far) for your next vacation or long weekend.   There is something...

Wordless Wednesday:  Unique Bicycle Rack    There is quite a bit to explore at Oakland's historic waterfront.  Expect to spend a couple of hours enjoying the activities at  Jack London Square in Oakland CA.  Aside from the open air market with friendly vendors hawking their wares you find cinemas...

 Is corned beef on your March menu? Synonymous with St. Patrick's Day and a seasonal favorite to many, traditional corned beef requires a bit of  preparation.  Once on the stove, it just takes time.   Served with cooked cabbage, potatoes and carrots AND a refreshing ale it is a tasty treat.    He...

A lucky day in San Francisco I'm feeling that the sun, moon and stars must have all been in alignment during my recent quick trip to San Francisco.   Actually my visit included a couple of nights, first in LA and then to San Francisco (Miraga) to watch the Gonzaga Bulldogs  win some more basketba...

Another cool thing to do in LA.... OUE Skyspace Two unique opportunities await your next visit to downtown Los AngelesOUE Skyspace Slide and OUE Skyspace RestaurantNote:  OUE - pronounced by saying each individual letter  Visit:  https://oue-skyspace.com/  Location:  U.S. Bank Tower in Downtown L...

Holiday Gift Idea What can you buy for that hard to shop for person on your  Christmas list? Something  that is calorie free and doesn't need dusting.  We just purchased a membership to the Idaho Botanical Garden for my wife's sister and her husband.   I don't have to worry about size, color or g...