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If all you have left is this shirt on your back…
Remember this shirt? Well here’s what it looks like now.To refresh your memory, these were the instructions (that came with an invite to this holiday party):Decorate this t-shirt on behalf […]
How Would You Prepare For The End Of The World?
So you have July 10, 2009 marked on your calendar, right? ‘Cuz this is coming and I know you don’t want to miss it. P.S. Do you think the Red […]
Have Yourself A Retro Little Christmas
A final note on faux trees from someone who actually owns not one, but two, incredible vintage aluminum Christmas trees. Do not, I repeat, DO NOT use electric lights on […]
Artificial Trees: Are They Flammable?
After seeing this post, my friend Roger was inspired to ask about the safety of artificial Christmas trees. Rather than respond to him in the comments, I figured others might […]
Books To Put On Your Wishlist
Books are almost always a safe bet for holiday presents. Here’s a round up of a few we think are gift-worthy: Show Me How: 500 Things You Should Know: Instructions […]
Venice Is Under Water
Venice is sinking. It has been for centuries. The flooding has become so commonplace that the city builds elevated walkways and shopkeepers keep water barriers on their doors. But this […]
Disaster Action Team Responses
A single adult had a fire in their house on Nov. 23, in Tillamook. On Dec. 2, he was released from the hospital and came into the office for Red […]
Christmas Trees Are Very Very Flammable
A Christmas Tree is basically a giant pile of firewood unless you take care of it. I just watched this video on Scott Zeilenga’s When Safety Fails blog: Eek. Watch […]
Candle vs. Flashlight — Which One Wins?
In a blackout, would you light a candle or use a flashlight? Hopefully the answer is simple (if not, bone up right here), but if you’re one of those who […]