I didn’t want to say anything because I didn’t want to be a grammar Nazi, but it’s happening more and more now so I think you should know. Because you want to do right, right? You want to use words correctly, even precisely, because that’s just how you roll. So. Take a deep breath. It’s free rein. Not free reign. The phrase comes from the equestrian arts. It refers to riding a horse with a Read more…
I went to see a former coworker, Lee Simmons, play tonight at the Parish on 6th Street. The event was his band’s record release party, and it was held in conjunction with an organization called LinkAustin, which connects artists, filmmakers, and musicians for networking. There was an inspirational speaker beforehand to implore the crowd to learn how to sell their art, and not be afraid that they are selling out. I figured a writer could learn a Read more…
Genuine Joe and Thunderbird Coffee go bean to bean in this highly subjective matchup. Proximity to chez Sarath Genuine Joe: Close, too far to walk comfortably, an easy (slightly uphill) bike ride, but downhill going home, especially if you want to cut through Brentwood Park Thunderbird: Closer, easy to walk, easy (slightly downhill) bike ride (but shall we point out, uphill going home, rather hard on the heart after all that caffeine) Menu Genuine Joe: pastries from Read more…