tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40528267929681804512009-12-13T20:38:40.750-08:00The adventures of a Norwegian Gnome through the City of Destiny.Tacoma Gnomehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03175972233660023265noreply@blogger.comBlogger84125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4052826792968180451.post-8355448848586182682008-05-19T11:07:00.000-07:002008-05-19T11:07:01.148-07:00

Many may have seen the column written by Kathleen Merryman in Saturday's paper.Last Wednesday, the rotting shells of homes were torn down at the Never Never Land Amusement park. Deeply rooted in the memories of thousands of children ... when this place was at its peak, it was probably amazing! We gnomes know, that all good things do come to an end. I was pleased at my visit there, and to have

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The North End has some wonderful deals, you just have to know the right people. So, I'm rather lucky to be able to share these with you.Shelton told me that this was the beginning of a rather huge development at 5629 Five Mile Drive in the North End. The foot print looks to be a relatively spacious home for a Gnome such as myself. And, if I wanted, I could take the time to buy the lot next

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The weather the past few days has been nothing short of mild, and that is quite exciting.The rain has beaten down some of the dust and allergens in our skies, and I was excited to take a venture into Point Defiance Park.What an urban jewel!This 702 acre park is perhaps one of the best pieces of legislation signed by your President Grover Cleveland in 1888. With his simple signature, the land

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I am pleased to share with you my most recent film!Many thanks ... the crew was wonderful to work with, and I appreciate the opportunity to play a character that is quite divergent from my true self! Blogland Murders from Kevin Freitas on Vimeo.Until Next Time,TacomaGnome

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After nearly 9 months of exploring Tacoma, I was approached by an aspiring film artist, Adamthealien, to appear in a documentary about my life.The current production is in post-production, but he has posted a brief, I guess it is called a 'preview,' of the talkie motion picture.Though there is one word that some may find objectionable, I believe the term is Never Satisfactory for the Workplace,

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Thank you to the artists this weekend.I am, frankly exhausted after such a busy three days.It will be exciting to see how everything turns out.Until Next Time,TacomaGnome

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I had the joy of being at Frost Park in Tacoma today around the noon hour. Apparently a large group of people who like Tacoma show up each week ... rain, snow or sunshine, to appreciate and use the park.Named for Larry Frost, a Tacoma police officer who was killed in the line of duty, this park is a wonderful respite from the busy streets of downtown. Mr. RR Anderson (whom I admire from my

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Being an ecologically-friendly store, there were many things to stop and examine in my now quest for the watcher.First, I found this great rain collection device. It would certainly come in handy to limit the use of drinking water for watering plants. The neat thing about this barrel, is that it has a screen on top, and the brass hookups for water hoses already attached and good to go! You

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As I explored Gardensphere, hiding from Mouser, I found this sign.Obviously, given my slightly poor English reading skills, this sign states that Mouse isn't too far away from me, and that he is friendly as a cat goes. It also says that Mouser has something to tell me.I searched around the area, and only saw more and more plants. Then, I encountered Mouser.A small-ish cat, at a bit skittish, a

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Along Proctor, just north of the bridge and Puget Park, I happened upon a re-designed automobile service station.The building is beautiful, and even moreso for this Norwegian garden gnome, there is a wonderful selection of gardening plants. Gardenshpere is an organic shop, and they offer a wide variety of tools as well.I had heard rumors of a cat, named Mouser, in this location. I had to keep a

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I am well rested, refreshed, and renewed.This has been an experience, traveling via boat, then by road to return to Tacoma, the city that I love dearly.The packaging was well suited for my, at times, petite stature.Thankfully there was a kind shipper that tore this hole in the packaging so I could breathe on my way here.It was good to see family and friends in Norway. Sadly, I was called away

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It's been a few weeks; maybe months ... I don't know.Right now, I'm at my first world-wide-web connection since I left.I'm shipping myself back to Tacoma. Yes. Shipping.It's cheaper than flying coach, as it costs only about 10 dollars.But, I'll be back soon enough to share stories and to explore.Now, to only figure out if that 10 dollars covers sea shipping or air mail.We shall see.Until Next

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Anonymous writes in the comments: Seeing how you know a lot about Tacoma, what do you make of the picture Here at Found Magazine today?It was Found in a book in Seattle, but the TAC written on the picture suggests it was taken in Tacoma in 1960. I Love your Blog. I appreciate that anonymous enjoys reading this blog. He or she is a an occasional poster in the comments section.Honestly, dear

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I had the chance to attend the Adam Poskie show on Third Thursday in January. It was a festive event at the Lark Gallery inside Sanford and Son.I was greeted with wine and smiles from Gretchen, whom I found out had some neat designs featuring a gnome that never were developed. And here I am for her. We shared a few jokes and a bit of wine before she showed me the rounds in the gallery.This is

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From my dear friend Carly at the visitor's bureau: This year, Tacoma's Bridge of Glass was chosen as one of four rotating full-page ads for the campaign (in addition to Mount Saint Helens, Wine Country, and the Museum of Flight). The Tacoma Regional CVB has purchased space in co-op pages adjacent to this ad in Travel + Leisure, Portland Monthly, and Sunset Magazines.To see which magazines and

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NineInchNachos led me through a straight maze of concrete, from the Forge to the Secret Lair.Mr. Anderson was hanging around his office when we entered. With the help of NineInchNachos, he came down from the ceiling hooks and landed upon the floor. We exchanged polite introductions, and he agreed to an interview. I present you with the results of the conversation:TG: Online, you seem taller,

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I was greeted by a rather tall man moments after knocking.He had a relaxed voice, but was rather anxious to wisk me away to be certain that I did not have any radioactive materials in my possession.Here my host (who had yet to introduce himself), took the time to read the radio-activity upon me with what is known as a Geiger counter. If asked, I could have given him a simple answer ... I don't

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Inspired by the artistic side of his ventures, I took a moment to request a visit to the Holistic Forge Works International World Headquarters and Secret Lair ®.In a mysteriously deep voice, he accepted my request.I honestly didn't know there was a secret lair, I just thought it was a simple Forge Works operation. But, given the levels of security at the compound, it certainly was a secret

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To those dear fans and readers who were batting around ideas surrounding me, your humble gnome, and city awards ... please understand that I would never boast, nor would I prevent you from honoring anyone within this marvelous community.And, to be certain, I have no plans to run for public office. Frankly, I am but a traveler, and would be barred from campaigning for anything beyond "modest

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Since I've been on the internet, I don't very much expect to receive a package nor a communication through anything besides electronic means. Especially seeing as Hanne is saving our money for her to come visit at some point during this year.Imagine my surprise to receive a phone call from the lovely Whitney Rhodes, and an e-mail from Derek Young that there is a package for me at Suite 133.I

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Tonight, at the Broadway Center for Performing Arts, a good friend of Norway, radio talent and now movie star, will be spinning his tales of Norwegian immigrants and second and third generations as they go through life in Minnesota.Garrison Keillor has been to Norway. He was there just last year. I did not get the opportunity to see nor hear from him at that time (I was getting ready to leave

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We finished the piece up, and took it to the annealer to cool.These are very similar to ceramic kilns, but the are to cool the glass slowly. It starts at some temperature, like 482 degrees Celsius (900 degrees Fahrenheit). And cools the glass slowly to room temperature. Otherwise, it would shatter.As you can see, I fit nicely inside. It was slightly warm, like a patch of pine needles after

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After we sort of successfully created a glass buble, Mr. Stisser suggested that I might try being the Gaffer. So, he took the pipe back to the Glory Hole to get more molten glass.I waited patiently, surrounded by flame and heat ... but fortunately, as you can see, there was a yellow water bottle nearby for me to maintain optimal hydration, as recommended by my doctor back home. Same way on long

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Because the primary method of creating objects is blowing, there are special pipes that are used for the basis of this creation. I'm not accustomed to blowing through a pipe. When a gnome uses a pipe, they put in the tobacco and lazily puff on it for a few hours.Here I am with, I think Alex Stisser, getting set up to blow. Mrs. Newsom is helping get my stool adjusted to the proper spot. Mr.

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The e-mail came in rather quietly. It was addressed to me from a Susan Newsom.I really didn't know what to think at first, but I soon realized her offer of me to come down to the floor of the "hot shop" meant another trip to the Museum of Glass.But this time, I wouldn't just be outside on a beautiful day ... I would have the opportunity to assist in the blowing of some glass.Wow.I was able to

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