Category Archives: Food

Freeport: Part Three — Pretzels and So Much More

Posted on April 9, 2010 by Roger

While I was wandering about Debate Square, I noticed the Union Dairy next door. People were constantly going in and out, so I strolled over to see what there was to see. The inside was an old-fashioned soda fountain. It … Continue reading →

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More On Moron Cooking

Posted on April 4, 2010 by Roger

For lunch on Easter Sunday, I had a handful of cashews, two cinnamon Pop-Tarts, a frosted oatmeal cookie and part of a hard-boiled egg. I only had part of the egg because I can never get the shell off without … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Attending the Opera

Posted on March 12, 2010 by Roger

I will admit right at the start that I went to the opera expecting not to enjoy it. But I was willing to be pleasantly surprised. Here’s what I saw and heard … The Marriage of Figaro is a ridiculous … Continue reading →

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On Cooking

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Roger

I don’t cook often. For one thing, I don’t plan ahead of time to be hungry. I go about my normal life with no thought about my next meal. When the mood to eat strikes, I don’t want to have … Continue reading →

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Southwest Chief — Illinois (part one)

Posted on February 15, 2010 by Roger

I’m not sure why I had to make reservations for the dining car. There were only eight people eating at 11:30, so most of the tables were empty. I’m also not sure why they didn’t give me my own table. … Continue reading →

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