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I also have had the #7 Skil, but it stopped being able to charge after 4 months. They sent me a replacement and that one died about 14 months later. I ended up upgrading to a Craftsman (not the one shown here) and it's worked perfectly for almost 2 years.

Fresh fish - Flying Fish Company on 23rd and Hawthorne. So many good, fresh fish and it's right next to the produce market.

Wine - Cork on 29th and Alberta. I don't know much about wine, so having a shop with people who know what goes best with what is awesome.

I definitely second Chop on North Williams, so many great tasty treats. Also, Laurelhurst Market has some great cuts and charcuterie you can buy.

Was that goat on a leash in the back?

On an old episode of Cooks Country, they made a pound cake and were very instant on NOT preheating the oven. The gradual rise in temperature does something awesome to the cake. I don't remember what it was, but Christopher has yet to lead me astray.

Portions and eating fresh keeps my weight in check. I've started to make everything I can from scratch (I lost my job not too long ago, all I have is time). Whereas I used to throw back half a loaf of french bread in one sitting, now that I have to knead it until I'm sore, I want it to last!

Honestly, this time of year, I gain weight due to drinking. All those cold beers at BBQs just do it to me. This summer I am going to try to limit those yummy, tasty beers and really test my will power!

That is a stunning piece. My chef boyfriend would go bonkers if I gave him that. And anytime he wasn't up for making dinner, I'd be able to say, "But I got you the meiji knife!" and he would get to work.