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10 Weeks, 3 Days

ryano — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:00:53 +0000

Our last ultrasound was at 10 weeks. Everything appears to be moving along nicely. Most importantly, Mom is healthy and happy.

Expecting

ryano — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 07:23:07 +0000

Saturday July 17th marks 9 weeks…

This one was taken at seven weeks, three days:

More updates soon.

Sacramento Mid-Century Modern Home Tour

ryano — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 21:41:57 +0000

On Saturday, June 26, 2010 the Sacramento Mid-Century Modern Home Tour will provide enthusiasts of architecture and design an opportunity to discover what it’s like to live, work and play in more than 15 quintessentially Californian residential and commercial structures built between 1945 and 1970. This year’s tour features homes within Sacramento’s South Land Park and adjacent neighborhoods, which contain hundreds of Mid-Century Modern residential and commercial buildings.

Participants are invited to go inside eleven residences and drive by multiple points of interest throughout the southernmost portion of Land Park and in various South Land Park neighborhoods. Architects and designers include: Jones + Emmons for Eichler Homes, Carter Sparks, Donald Thaden, George Muraki, designer George W. Hackett, designer Robert N. Hill, Rickey + Brooks, Bucky H. Fong, Herbert Y. Niiya, Albert Dreyfuss, Sooky Lee, Dean Unger, Harry J. Devine, Grant Caywood, and William Koblik. Registration will be at Sacramento Executive Airport, a wonderful MCM building designed by renown Sacramento architect Leonard F. Starks. An estimated 500 visitors will see Sacramento from a different perspective as we open the doors to our past, present, and future.

More info available HERE

Happy Anniversary

ryano — Tue, 18 May 2010 18:17:36 +0000

Two years ago today I was lucky enough to marry my beautiful wife…

So much has happened in two years. A new house, new directions, new goals…

Thankfully, I get to share all of these things with the person I love. I look forward to many more years of life together and everything that goes with them.

I love you, Shannon.

Endeavors

ryano — Mon, 17 May 2010 08:00:46 +0000

As part of my return to the freelance world, I will be adding another section to these pages focusing on my latest projects and hopefully showcasing some new and exciting things…

Stay tuned!

Time to get to work…

ryano — Mon, 17 May 2010 07:53:06 +0000

In light of recent developments with my current occupation, I have decided to return to the freelance world on a part-time basis.

Honestly, I hope to keep my current position, but have come to expect the worst when it comes to the current budget situation. Sadly, government work is never merit-based. It’s about time-served and classifications… I could be ‘bumped’ out of my position by someone who held the same classification years ago but hasn’t performed the duties of my position since… Disheartening to say the least.

Luckily, I stumbled on to a new project that should be just what I need to get back into the swing of things…

I also picked up a copy of “Rework” by the good folks at 37 Signals today… and read the whole thing on the patio this afternoon. Needless to say I was inspired by their practices and have begun to rethink my own goals.

I Knew It.

ryano — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:37:53 +0000

Before you go on about faith, religion, and spirituality, keep in mind I am only the messenger…

According to this article at CNN.com:

Political, religious and sexual behaviors may be reflections of intelligence, a new study finds.

Evolutionary psychologist Satoshi Kanazawa at the the London School of Economics and Political Science correlated data on these behaviors with IQ from a large national U.S. sample and found that, on average, people who identified as liberal and atheist had higher IQs.

Know Your Poison: Whiskey

ryano — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:11:51 +0000

The Portland Mercury is running a series on everyone’s favorite libation, Whiskey. From the subtle differences between bourbon and rye to the proper way to enjoy the sweet nectar itself, the series is an excellent read. Sit down with a pail of your preferred poison and enjoy – Properly.

The Whiskey Series at The Portland Mercury

The Stalagtouring Trailer “Those Dirty Topz”

ryano — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:28:49 +0000

We’ve got a little scooter rally coming up in a few short weeks. Time to start the shit talk promotion… For the lucky few who actually caught the teaser I put out a few weeks ago, here’s the Director’s Cut.

Enjoy!

Hello 2010!

ryano — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:09:30 +0000

I’ve hit the ground running this year. Eyes on the prize. With the holiday season in the rear view and Spring around the corner, it’s time to get some projects finished.

Of course, while there is plenty to be done around the house and scooters that need attention in the garage, I’ve decided to start yet another project after helping a close friend with some programming recently.

I’ll be getting back into the freelance game soon, but strictly on a moonlighting schedule…

A former client has asked for an update, and my portfolio could use some new work.

Stay tuned.