Gratitude
We all know we are suppose to say thank you. I just want to re-iterate that it is actually quite important. When I was training as a canvasser for Greenpeace (I was/am one of “those people”) we were told that once they started to formally include the requirement to thank their new donors, their retention...continue reading
Over and Out
It has been a few weeks now since I’ve moved out of our graduate studio, but it feels good. I am excited for my next steps, though where they will go is uncertain. Is it time to start a business or apply for jobs? If a business, do I keep it small and focus on...continue reading
State of Cycling Follow Up
The event went great!(more about its planning here) We had a great panel (an extra Police officer even showed up)! We learned a little more about parking in bike lanes, the new bike share coordinator position which is in the works, and how communities are involved in lane planning and implementation. In the end, there...continue reading
State of Cycling in Philadelphia
Since graduating, I’ve had a chance to refocus my energy on an event. Nick and I have been working with Rachel Aland, on organizing a panel discussion for this Thursday at Next American City’s Storefront for Urban Innovation here in Philly. We’ve got representatives from the city government and police, local advocates, community members, and...continue reading
Thesis Defense – Abridged
This past month has been a crazy time warp. So many long days that lead into so many long nights; days lost their meaning. Finally, after a lot of writing and re-writing, our thesis has been defended. Improving cycling in Philadelphia by addressing issues at all levels, from the street to the city to the...continue reading
Philadelphia Creative Vitality 2010
Excited and privileged to be quoted on the 2010 Creative Vitality Poster for the City of Philadelphia. I am listed as number 8 on the full spread. See it here: CVI Poster.pdf (2mb)continue reading
My Experiential Tool for Living
I see bicycles as an important part to a strong community. They amplify a person’s mobility in a way that doesn’t belie their humanity. They simultaneously bridge gaps and enable community expansion in ways that maintain strong tie relations. All this the while providing recreation, fitness and transportation. In this way I see them as...continue reading
Update: City Limits
I just wanted to post a quick update that the infographic I worked on for City Limits has now been published! Pretty psyched. There were just few small changes, font and color and such, which I expected, so no biggie. Check it out here. It is on pages 34 and 35 of the magazine.continue reading
Christmas Ornament
Yesterday, amidst prepping for the four presentations and final deliverables associated with them for each of my classes, I shopped. I had to find a present for my Niece. As her God-Father, it is my duty to get her an ornament for Christmas. A family tradition, as Hank Jr. might have said. I weather the...continue reading
