Chuck also knows my address too. And my full name. You can visit if you want. If she is here, I can introduce you to my mom. I'm gonna say, "This is my writer friend from online who sent us the package of goodies." Then we'll all go to Dunkin for some Munchkins.
Chuck has my address as well. I am okay with this. I figure maybe he'll just drop by one day - like my 10th grade trigonometry teacher did when he was concerned that my performance in class was not living up to my potential. 😆
Oh man, your teacher was actually nice and concerned enough to actually make that visit. All I had was this 7th grade English teacher who would threaten to come to my house or call my parents. She never did. She didn't like me too much. And it wasn't because I was a bad kid. I was always quiet, kept to myself, did my work as best I could. It seemed like she had it out for me, you know?
Yeah, I hear you. In all likelihood, whatever she did to make you feel that way is more a reflection of her and had little to nothing to do with you personally. I'm still sorry were made to feel that way.
No news other than boarded-up windows. The owner, Gerry, has struggled with finding new stock, and the break-ins and vandalism. I'll keep you posted. But thanks!
Damn that’s tough to hear. It’s the worst when one of your favorite small businesses closes it’s doors. There is a shop in KC called It’s A Beautiful Day and they’ve been around as long as I can remember. Nice staff, random objects, refurbished stereo systems, records, t-shirts -- all that. Basically any the cool stuff you could want. They operate strictly as cash only and point you to an ATM at a cell phone shop if you try to pay with a card. I’ve always wondered if there’s some sort of money laundering tied in, but not my business!
This tale is far too common right now… shame. No bueno. I’ll make sure I have a couple Scooby snacks handy. Mostly for snack time, but also in case I meet Eggmeister Mcgeezak. 🤙🏼
A place close to your heart going away is always sad. Lately, during the war in Ukraine, the Russians hit a big building near Svobody Square in Kharkiv. Right around the corner there's a Poker Club called 'Full House Poker' that might have also been hit. I've come out of age in that club. My favorite place ever, I still dream about it from time to time. Was always welcomed even though I didn't speak their language. I hope they're okay. And If there is anyway we could help The Gold Door, let us know.
I hope people can still get into the Columbia Memorial Mausoleum. It became such a go-to for goth sex and late-night suicides that they've clamped down on casual tourists. In the un-secured days you could enter from a dozen exterior doors. I'd run my dogs in the miles of galleries. Friends swore it was the best place to drop acid on rainy days. Good luck getting inside now! Well, unless you're dead.
Very sad news. I am a table top gamer and several gaming stores I frequented went out of business due to the pandemic. Always heart breaking for everyone involved. Owners put everything into their shops. No fun losing our favorite spaces in life. : (
I'm impressed with your one and two word titles, they seem to do a lot of heavy lifting for you. Do you have any tips on how to find the perfect title for a story? Do I get poetic/obscure with it? Or do people react better to titles that are blunt and sum up the story?
The magic lamp on their shop sign, I like to think they rubbed it when they started and now they used their last wish to sort things out. But in case the genie is on food strike or they ran out of wishes, agreed with Brandon and the GoFundMe suggestion.
Last time i wandered around in my birthtown it was so sad. All my school has been torn down, all four of them. Same for the building i use to live from baby to seven.
In the last 8 years or so the city changed so much that i have a hard time remembering how it was. Who knew concrete has the abbilty to erase memories.
I now know where you live. The Easter Quiz has flushed you out.
Chuck also knows my address too. And my full name. You can visit if you want. If she is here, I can introduce you to my mom. I'm gonna say, "This is my writer friend from online who sent us the package of goodies." Then we'll all go to Dunkin for some Munchkins.
Big! I have been meaning to see that movie!
LOL. How fun.
Chuck has my address as well. I am okay with this. I figure maybe he'll just drop by one day - like my 10th grade trigonometry teacher did when he was concerned that my performance in class was not living up to my potential. 😆
Oh man, your teacher was actually nice and concerned enough to actually make that visit. All I had was this 7th grade English teacher who would threaten to come to my house or call my parents. She never did. She didn't like me too much. And it wasn't because I was a bad kid. I was always quiet, kept to myself, did my work as best I could. It seemed like she had it out for me, you know?
Yeah, I hear you. In all likelihood, whatever she did to make you feel that way is more a reflection of her and had little to nothing to do with you personally. I'm still sorry were made to feel that way.
No news other than boarded-up windows. The owner, Gerry, has struggled with finding new stock, and the break-ins and vandalism. I'll keep you posted. But thanks!
chuck - wrote a good one the other morning
https://tumbleweedwords.substack.com/p/fasting-poema?s=w
Damn that’s tough to hear. It’s the worst when one of your favorite small businesses closes it’s doors. There is a shop in KC called It’s A Beautiful Day and they’ve been around as long as I can remember. Nice staff, random objects, refurbished stereo systems, records, t-shirts -- all that. Basically any the cool stuff you could want. They operate strictly as cash only and point you to an ATM at a cell phone shop if you try to pay with a card. I’ve always wondered if there’s some sort of money laundering tied in, but not my business!
Its *** !!!!!
NO oh my god I'm heartbroken
I knew you would know this place. Like a flashback to the Summer of Love.
I have a little stuffed elephant you sent me years ago. It's still on my night stand.
Is it a bean-bag type of animal? Those were called Hug-able Honeys.
Yes, it is good company. Love my elephant.
This tale is far too common right now… shame. No bueno. I’ll make sure I have a couple Scooby snacks handy. Mostly for snack time, but also in case I meet Eggmeister Mcgeezak. 🤙🏼
A place close to your heart going away is always sad. Lately, during the war in Ukraine, the Russians hit a big building near Svobody Square in Kharkiv. Right around the corner there's a Poker Club called 'Full House Poker' that might have also been hit. I've come out of age in that club. My favorite place ever, I still dream about it from time to time. Was always welcomed even though I didn't speak their language. I hope they're okay. And If there is anyway we could help The Gold Door, let us know.
Such a shame. Chuck, are there any other of your Portland faves in danger of extinction that could use a boost in patrons?
I still wished I could have visited the self-cleaning house before it was dismantled...
I hope people can still get into the Columbia Memorial Mausoleum. It became such a go-to for goth sex and late-night suicides that they've clamped down on casual tourists. In the un-secured days you could enter from a dozen exterior doors. I'd run my dogs in the miles of galleries. Friends swore it was the best place to drop acid on rainy days. Good luck getting inside now! Well, unless you're dead.
Been hoping to take a peak inside. I think they're only open to the public on Memorial Day these days. Marking my calendar.
Very sad news. I am a table top gamer and several gaming stores I frequented went out of business due to the pandemic. Always heart breaking for everyone involved. Owners put everything into their shops. No fun losing our favorite spaces in life. : (
I'm impressed with your one and two word titles, they seem to do a lot of heavy lifting for you. Do you have any tips on how to find the perfect title for a story? Do I get poetic/obscure with it? Or do people react better to titles that are blunt and sum up the story?
Sad to see anyone lose their business I hope they can be successful in their future endeavors
I imagine that's where the palm reading kit came from. What a darling prize. I hope it's only temporary. I love a beautifully curated store!
That actually came from a shop called Memento, around the corner, run by Miranda. Say hello for me if you stop by.
So sorry to hear this. Sending best wishes for your friends future.
Had a bit a look around on social media. It seems like they're last Instagram activity is from 20 months ago (https://www.instagram.com/golddoorpdx/?hl=en). Also they're website's gone http://thegolddoor.com.
The magic lamp on their shop sign, I like to think they rubbed it when they started and now they used their last wish to sort things out. But in case the genie is on food strike or they ran out of wishes, agreed with Brandon and the GoFundMe suggestion.
Please keep us posted.
Time is pitiless.
Last time i wandered around in my birthtown it was so sad. All my school has been torn down, all four of them. Same for the building i use to live from baby to seven.
In the last 8 years or so the city changed so much that i have a hard time remembering how it was. Who knew concrete has the abbilty to erase memories.
The latest word is that the Gold Door is trying to stay open a bit longer. No one has any firm answers.