Author Archives: Dave

Stabby McBleedyou

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Dave

Long ago (1998), in a land far, far away (Portland). There was a bus that went to Vancouver on Interstate Avenue. It was the number 5. Before gentifrication (the MAX), this was a really rough neighborhood. A lot of crackheads, … Continue reading →

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Humanity on Wheels – The Podcast!

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Dave

Kicking yourself for missing the kick ass Humanity on Wheels event (co-sponsored by TriMet Diaries and the enthusiastic historians behind Kick Ass Oregon History) in March? Were you there, but wish, for one small moment (or maybe for 2 hours … Continue reading →

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Money for Nothing

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Dave

Waiting at Pioneer Square in the morning for the MAX to the boonies, a guy is approaching each of us waiting there, holding up a book or booklet. A Bible? Asking for directions to a landmark in his travel guide? … Continue reading →

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SCAM ARTIST RIPS OFF INNOCENT CITIZEN

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Dave

Somebody tell me if you’ve been played like this. It happened to me on the MAX riding eastbound during the evening commute. Coming through downtown, the car was getting full. I was reading a book called “The Anatomy of Peace.” … Continue reading →

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Cat on Bus

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Dave

About a year ago I was in Portland riding the TriMet. It started off just like any other time I visited and rode the TriMet. Then this guy got on the bus with carrots strapped to his backpack, the green … Continue reading →

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