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A Seattle Comic Re-Discovery: Underground Seattle

November 30, 2016November 30, 2016 Carl Setzer

While cleaning up today, I found this well outside of where it’s supposed to be…far from it’s bookshelf. So, I was delighted to find this gem and, so much for the work I wanted to get done, I set myself down and re-read it. Behold: “Underground Seattle”!

I found this gem at the Edmonds Bookshop, one of my uber-favorite bookstores. I bought this early this year, and it was sold in support of Independent Bookstore Day (April 30, 2016). Definitely a worthy endeavor! This little book was a solidly delightful read. Reminds me of the art you find in such magazines as The Stranger, and the Zines of 90s. I think it does a fantastic job capturing pieces of Seattle’s underground culture.

Though I’ve poked around, I couldn’t find a place to see or even buy a copy of this little guy. I intend to keep looking, though it might have been too limited a run. If you know, let me know.

Here’s the list of contributors, along with web presence (websites, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook pages). They’re all interesting and do fascinating work. Check them out!

Seth Goodkind (this link takes you to a copy of his contribution for this book), David Lasky, Max Clotfelter, Joe Garber, John Ohannesian, Ben Horak, Kelly Froh, Peter Bagge, Marie Hausauer, Tatiana Gill, Colleen Frakes, Ellen Forney, Roberta Gregory, Pat Moriarity, Laura Knetzger, Robyn Jordan, Allen Gladfelter, Marc Palm, Tom Van Deusen, James Stanton, Brendan Kiefer, Ryan Thies & Eroyn Franklin.

My quote of the day

November 9, 2016November 9, 2016 Carl Setzer

I came across this line by inimitable Seth Godin, who I admire greatly.

“Our job is to make change. Our job is to connect to people, to interact with them in a way that leaves them better than we found them, more able to get where they’d like to go. Every time we waste that opportunity, every page or sentence that doesn’t do enough to advance the cause is waste.”
from Linchpin

I’ve long seen this as a strength of mine, and one I long to continue to develop. I sincerely hope that at least some of the connections I’ve made have resulted in something wonderful.

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Thinking about mortality

November 8, 2016November 9, 2016 Carl Setzer

This weekend I helped out at a memorial service. This was sobering for me. A young woman, a few weeks younger than me. Technically, I guess, middle-aged.

Buried a friend’s teenaged son earlier this year. Other kids, one degree of sepration from me, lost to violence. An acquaintance, who’s son is my son’s age, has a massive heart attack. Some friends fighting cancer. Powerful reminders of how fragile we actually are. How tenuous is this thing, life? So terribly precious.

Guard it well, but don’t let it squander, buried in fear. Find that blend of a well lived life and a long, joyous one. For we all end up in the box.

Make these days count!

A Vlog Update: Talking Elections, Government and Society

November 7, 2016 Carl Setzer

Just posted a vlog where I consider the current state of politics and governance.

Watch, subscribe, consider.

A quick list of area Halloween events

October 29, 2016October 29, 2016 Carl Setzer

Wow, it’s Halloween already. Here’s a fast list of things to help you organize some spooky fun.

First, start with this great list of Halloween Safety Tips, provided by the Snohomish County Fire District and Mountlake Terrace News.

And here’s a smattering of the Halloween events in Snohomish County:

October 30^th, 2016

Mukilteo: Mukilteo-Boo-Bash, from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Snohomish: The Great Pumpkin Glow at Craven Farm, from 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm

October 31^st, 2016

Bothell: Safe Halloween at Country Village, from 4:00 pm to – 7:00 pm
Edmonds: Halloween Trick Or Treat Night, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Everett:
- Everett Mall’s Free Family Trick or Treat, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Lynnwood:
- There are three events in Lynnwood, the Spooktacular Carnival at the Lynnwood Library, The Alderwood Community Church’s Trunk N Treat, and Alderwood Mall’s Trick or Treat
Mill Creek:
- Treats on Main Street, from 4:30pm – 6:30 pm
- Trunk or Treat in Mill Creek, from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Marysville: here’s a great list of events

Seattle has too many events to list. The Seattle Times has a comprehensive list. And, boy, is it long!

As for other events in Snohomish County, Click Here to see What’s Happening in Snohomish County This Weekend

Let me know what I’ve missed/what I need to add in the comments.

Halloween Approaches Lynnwood

October 22, 2016 Carl Setzer

Ah, a lovely Saturday in Lynnwood! Nary a cloud, and rather warm.

Besides the basic logistical efforts of weekend life (laundry, decluttering, groceries…), today was the day to costume shop. Well, for the kid, who’s losing his kid-like qualities quickly.

We made our way to Lynnwood’s Spirit Halloween. Even as I’m walking in, I can here the gang from Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas singing “This Is Halloween”. For me, at least, this was delightful.

https://youtu.be/xpvdAJYvofI

Looking around this store, that looks like the wardrobe department for a B horror flick. Rather impressive, really, especially considering the glorified trash bags I wore as “costumes” when I was a kid. Things looked like these:

And I had this one several times (I heart Spiderman):

The world has changed. And kid’s expectations have grown. Makes sense, I guess. And, though I’d love things to become dirt-cheap again, I’ll take the greater fun.

Spirit’s over in Lynnwood Square, I believe in the same spot as the old (ancient?) CompUSA. It’s next to where Sport’s Authority used to be. In the lot is a rather large sign admonishing non-patrons about this being a private lot. I found it amusing. Mainly since there’s a lot of vacant space in this strip-mall. I’m sure it’s from better times, when parking was more of a premium. Anyway, if you’re looking for a large retail space, they’ve got plenty for you. In case you didn’t know, within a 5-mile radius, we have a population in excess of 300,000 with an average household income of nearly $88,000. Not a bad neighborhood, huh?

In the parking lot is the old Chevy’s. I’ve been watching the building for some time.

I think the building’s been vacant more than it’s been occupied. I’m not sure how long the space has been vacant, but I’m sure you can lease it for a reasonable price. I know it’s been closed for at least 10 years I can speak of. I wonder why it’s still vacant? I don’t imagine there’s a good business case to made for a rotting, vacant building. I’m used to these situations have some kind of legal issue, whether insurance, probate, taxes, criminal…there’s some kind of issue.

I’ve been meaning to dive deeper within, but I’ve been busy. Soon, though.

Stay well, do great things!