An active guy seeks a new pal

They have become expert in describing the high points of what they term their “Pet of the Week.” This pleasant feature is printed weekly in these pages.

It is regularly instructive. Strictly speaking, it isn’t a dating site. But, for those using the internet to find a favorable match of their own, they could do worse than study the society’s busy wordsmiths.

Last week was a classic in the genre. The creature being touted for care and comfort was a purportedly friendly male reptile, a bearded dragon, apparently a rather docile individual with a variety of interests. Only his SAT score and membership in Mensa were missing from his glowing resume.

He was said to be “outgoing” and “enjoys mealtime most of all.” An affable Julia Childs devotee and practicing gourmand, apparently. It was also noted that the potential pal/adoptee “likes lots of time outside” and is “an active guy.” Seemingly a real outdoors type. A mini-Tarzan if you will. There was no mention of a leash.

Take note as you post your credentials on eHarmony.

JUST LEAVE MILLS OUT OF IT: As airport poobahs in San Francisco and Oakland argue about naming rights for the latter’s property, it might be useful to recall that, back in the day, SFO was actually known familiarly as Mills Field.

The full name was actually Mills Field Municipal Airport of San Francisco after a rudimentary dirt runway had been scratched out of 150 leased acres of pasture land owned by Ogden Mills (for whom Millbrae is named) in 1927.

More of his land out near the Bay was added as the 1930s commenced and the growing airport became known as simply San Francisco Airport. The word “International” was added years later to reflect the scope of the facility’s worldwide reach.

Oakland’s airport leadership seems intent on adding “San Francisco” to the East Bay site’s official designation. At least they are avoiding the Mills legacy.

CALTRAIN TRACKS AT RISK 24/7: Caltrain officials and employees can’t catch a break. They are constantly trying to prevent deaths along their ultra-accessible and vulnerable rail line. It’s a never-ending and often thankless struggle.

Even when the regular schedule has been placed on pause and traffic is nearly nil, deadly trouble ensues. It seems almost inevitable and an ongoing fatal dilemma.

Not long ago, as a midnight test of a new and groundbreaking electrical system was underway, an individual wandered onto the tracks (whether on purpose or by accident) and was struck by a train and tragically died.

Nothing seems to change even when modern technology is being carefully tried during off hours to studiously avoid congestion and potential mishaps.

STEWART DIMON PASSES: Sorry to learn of the passing of Stewart Dimon, a longtime administrator in the San Mateo Union High School District, at the age of 96.

A former principal at since-shuttered Crestmoor High School in San Bruno, he was instrumental in upgrading the technology offerings of the district’s adult school, along with other academic/trade courses there.

A celebration of his life and career will be conducted May 11 at the First Presbyterian Church in Burlingame at 2:30 p.m.

OPERA AND MISTER SOFTEE: Boheme Out of the Box came to a Peninsula parking lot last weekend. The free traveling production provided by the San Francisco Opera was a hit.

The Washington Park crowd in Burlingame was large and enthusiastic. A sweet treat option at the site was appreciated as well. A Mister Softee truck served up its ice cream specialties to a steady line of eager customers, young and old alike.

Opera and Mister Softee. At $4 for a tasty vanilla/chocolate swirl in April in suburbia, what could be better?

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