The Displaced Cactus

Adventures of a former desert dweller transplanted to Washington

Tag: hobbies

  • I’m Learning Dutch

    I’m Learning Dutch

    I’ve always wanted to speak more than one language — but I haven’t always wanted to put in the effort to actually learn one. Growing up as a home school student, I didn’t get the usual mandatory couple of years of language classes that most kids take in high school. As an adult, Chris, some…

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  • Making Shrub

    Making Shrub

    One hobby I’ve picked up since moving to Washington is making shrubs. What is a shrub? It’s drinking vinegar, which sounds horrible but is actually delicious. I experienced it for the first time at the Whiskey Soda Lounge in Portland, OR. I really enjoyed it so I kept my eye out for other shrub-based drinks…

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