by Mitja on March 30, 2008
This weekend was the Smithsonian Kite Festival, one of the opening events of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. This year’s theme was the art and history of Chinese kites. Two weeks ago we went to the National Air and Space Museum and watched a kite master build a dragon kite, saw some indoor flying demonstrations, [...]
by Mitja on March 26, 2008
It was the first very nice day out in a while, so Citrus and I made the most of it. We headed to the National Mall to see if we could see the live butterfly exhibit at the Smithsonian, but the line wrapped around the block with tourists visiting on spring break. I am not sure how [...]
by Mitja on March 23, 2008
In my haste to hide eggs and a chocolate bunny this morning, I forgot to put out some Peeps for discovery. Probably a good thing a) because Citrus had enough sugar with the chocolate and b) I was harshly accused of eating the bunny’s face. Our food had a face, and it was tasty. Once [...]
by Mitja on March 21, 2008
“Moral turpitude” Publicity stunt or oversensitivity at Customs? In any case, I suspect his entry form is entertaining.
by Mitja on March 20, 2008
When we were kids my brother and I always got a large Easter basket with chocolate bunnies, Peeps, and a box of Manishewitz matzos.