Well, it's been pretty real...

But with all the goofy page layouts, and just some bigger upgrades available in general...we've decided to set up a new chapter in the Clearydome Chronicles.

And we've even spent some money on it. (seems apropos)

Clearydome.com

So come one down and check it out. Bookmark it, if you are so inclined. In fact, you can sign up to be emailed when I get around to posting something.

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Going Atomic

The Dome is of course, not, mid century modern. Or anything modern, for that matter.

But still, this is a cool thing that's developing in the area....

http://www.atomicindy.com/

Next big thing

Going to replace the windows in the kitchen in the Dome per the suggestion of the energy audit, plus, too the whole thing where you could put your finger through the gaps in the window, which didn't score any awards for efficiency. The install will be in early May.

Spot the difference

The original inspiration for the blog in the first place was the before/after photo, as the "befores" provided so much opportunity for "afters."

See if you can tell the diff on this. After lots of fun on the table, it just became too much of a nuisance when coming into the Dome, so now, see if you can spot the change in this room...

The photo sizes are dennis' fault after he had me convert to iPhoto, as the "original file can't be found." which is annoying.

Peeps in the dome.

Due to the demands of the Clearydomes adoring public. This shot features Liz, Kelby, DR.John Bon Jovi (far left), Nick, and Cleary. Alas, you can not hear what Kelby is saying, as he is giving a full, in depth explanation of the different ways that his team cheats. Funny the things you hear after 7 bottles.

Custom Candle Doesn't Work Out

I thought that a candle would work to prop--it seems to come sliding down on its own--the upstairs bedroom window to give a draft during the day up there. Alas, it is also beat-down by the sun...and now, my window has an awesome scent to it thanks to getting coated by the mildly fragrant candle...

Photo for the Trail...

Just another shot of the canal bike way...should get greener deeper into Spring...

Another Bike Trail

There of course is the mighty Monon, some handful of yards away from the Clearydome....but I also recently found this trail (when biking to downtown to pick the car up from the shop).

It runs from Broad Ripple to the ...as you can see...south west behind Butler (coach Stevens of recent basketball fame was even running along the path to ensure a fully Butler-experience...)and then on down behind the Indianapolis Museum of Art and then I'm not sure exactly where it ends...But it was in great shape, and was a much better way to head downtown than using just streets...

Hmm, here is another take on this...

http://blog.coincidencetheories.com/?p=262

Not everyone is as stoked@water barrels as the Dome is. Heads up-this has a lot of "math." IT was an interesting thing to come across as I was hunting to maybe buy another one. Maybe instead I'll check into this Raingarden thing....

Rain Garden

I don't picture myself doing this, but still kind of interesting.

http://www.youtube.com/user/DakotaCountySWCD

Found out about this from the folks over at http://greenpieceindy.com/blog/

Also...I think I'll get one more barrel, as the last rain filled all four barrels up right away. Good thing to have the water on hand for the newly planted trees...there is a local resource for barrels, although I think I'll get the same kind that I already have, just to be all 'matchy' about it....

Local rain barrel info...

http://www.marionswcd.org/

Indy CD&Vinyl

Just a quick shout out for the local CD store. The owner Rick writes reviews (say that three times fast) for the local free paper (http://www.broadripplegazette.com) so I try to support that effort by getting at least some of my music from his store... They support local music and often have small shows there as well, although I've yet to see one...

Indy CD....