We’re Not on the Same Page
Morning Pause, Photo by: Rebecca Otis Copyright 2009
Usually, when you’re not on the same page as someone else, you’re trying to find a middle …
Morning Pause, Photo by: Rebecca Otis Copyright 2009
Morning Pause, Photo by: Rebecca Otis Copyright 2009
What's the Deal?
Image source: www.groupon.com/austin
Every morning, I awake to my phone’s alarm just an arm’s length away on my bedside table. Usually with eyes still closed, …
Fun Fast-Food Finds
So, what is it with these airstream trailer restaurants in Austin? They’re everywhere, and “all the rage,” if that phrase can even be linked with …
Freshen Up!
*Photos by Rebecca
My new favorite word these days is “localism”. I won’t take responsibility for creating it, but I do use it when describing …
Take Steps 2009 Walk
*Logo from ccfa.org website
Some consider exercise a form of entertainment (I raise my hand). After all, it passes the time, makes you feel good, …
Keep Austin…Local!
According to Dictionary.com, “weird” is an adjective that means “fantastic” or “bizzare”. I would say, then, that the local phrase “Keep Austin Weird,” …
First Thursday Bonus!
If you’ve been in Austin for at least a couple years, you’ve probably heard of First Thursday, one of the most popular local events …
Mex-Mod and Retro-Chic
When entertaining out-of-town guests, choose an itinerary that fits your audience. My sister Julie is a hip, trendy,
Julie with the mandarin/citrus ceviche at La…
Happily Singin' the Blues
*Top Rec! (Top Rec’s are Go-To Rebeccammendations for any occasion)
After about four different mentions of the same restaurant from four different people within the …
Burgers & Boot-Camp
In the words of Alanis Morissette, “Isn’t it ironic, don’t you think” that a personal trainer would recommend a burger joint? Well it may …