skulletons

Thanks to my dad Russell Ries for introducing me to the Seven Kingdoms.

Quarrel

My mom pointed me to The Happiness Project and on that site I saw the quotation below.

“We are never so much disposed to quarrel with others as when we are dissatisfied with ourselves.”

-- William Hazlitt, "Characteristics"

Damn. Well that sure nails it for me. I have been most quarrelsome of late and slow to recognize the truth of Hazlitt's quotation.

Grateful

this too

Open the House

Art, food, drink, and the end of November! A festive time to see the famed 17th Street Studios and-- if you're lucky-- buy art from one of its many talented tenants. Wednesday, November 30th from 7 - 9 pm. The studios are in the attic of Redeemer Church, 1642 Highland Ave. (37916) at the intersection of 17th St. and Highland in the Fort Sanders Neighborhood.

Double Dipping

Come one come all and join the Urban Land Scouts. We will be walking in the 4th + Gill Neighborhood and noting edible plants. All ages welcome. Free.

Ross Marble Quarry

This image shows part of the Ross Marble Quarry. It is a fine place to take a walk if you find yourself in South Knoxville.