Monthly Archives: November 2015

Profile Response: Kathy and Vic, Arch of Reno Wedding Chapel, Reno, NV

Posted on November 30, 2015 by paulefallon

  Goin’ to the chapel And we’re gonna get ma-a-arried Goin’ to the chapel And we’re gonna get ma-a-arried Gee, I really love you And we’re gonna get ma-a-arried Goin’ to the chapel of love The Chapel of Love described … Continue reading →

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Profile Response: Bob Quiltich, Reno, NV

Posted on November 29, 2015 by paulefallon

“I’m bored.” Bob Quiltich mentioned three times during our evening and morning together. The words struck me with the force of an hour chime each time he uttered them: perhaps because no one else I’ve met spoke of boredom; perhaps … Continue reading →

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Profile Response: Rick Zukowski, Casino Dealer, Reno, NV

Posted on November 28, 2015 by paulefallon

Rick Zukowski spent his Saturday afternoon break with me. Rick’s a blackjack dealer at the Cal-Neva Casino in downtown Reno. He was wearing a #12 Packers shirt; sports gambling is huge here and one of the ways Nevada differentiates itself … Continue reading →

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Profile Response: Marie, Owner of Bieber Motel, Bieber, CA

Posted on November 27, 2015 by paulefallon

Marie was probably never tall and thin, but four children, years of hard work, and gravity have made her very short and stout. When she reaches her arms onto the check-in counter of the Bieber Motel, she almost has to … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 26, 2015 by paulefallon

Thanksgiving is the American holiday. We invented it and infused it with traditions of food and family, football and friends. At its foundation, the holiday is about giving thanks for the blessings laid upon us; blessings which every year exceed … Continue reading →

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Profile Response: Mike Sojka, Mt. Shasta, CA

Posted on November 25, 2015 by paulefallon

Michael Sojka and his wife Jane moved to Mt. Shasta from Sunnyvale eighteen years ago. “It was the first time I made a heart decision, not a head decision. It was difficult for an analytical guy like me, but has … Continue reading →

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Profile Response: Steve Miner, Lime Rock, Medford, OR

Posted on November 24, 2015 by paulefallon

“My job here is to take us out of Hollywood and into industrial markets.” One glance at the movie posters that line Lime Rock’s front offices reinforces the company’s Hollywood pedigree. Virtually every film with any special effects uses the … Continue reading →

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Featured Response: David Sachs, Bedford, MA

Posted on November 23, 2015 by paulefallon

David Sachs and I have never met, but he has been following my adventure for the beginning and shared his desire to do something similar, someday. This week, David sent me his response to “How will we live tomorrow?” coincident … Continue reading →

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Profile Response: Neil Smith, Airscape, Medford, OR

Posted on November 22, 2015 by paulefallon

Sometimes my architect’s eye picks up details of our built environment that become relevant later. Cycling through Oregon I noticed many more roof vents on new houses had than I’ve seen in other areas. I figured local building codes required … Continue reading →

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Profile Response: John Javna, Ashland, OR

Posted on November 21, 2015 by paulefallon

“I like the idea of talking about myself, but I have limited time.” John Javna said as he checked his flip phone. We were sitting on the front the porch of Valley Roasting Company in Ashland OR at 10:30 a.m. … Continue reading →

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