What’s the worst travel experience you’ve ever had? ORTHODOX ANSWER = I understand most bloggers interpret this question as pertaining to the process of travelling, not the destination nor its reasons. TS and I took a airplane trip from Vancouver to Toronto about ~28 years ago in January. The 1998 Toronto-GTA ice storm. The snow … Continue reading 1998 Ice Storms! Faulty Radiators! Faulty Family!? October 28, 2026 Farm Report.
The author shares SEO strategies for personal websites, emphasizing quality content, proper tagging, link maintenance, and enjoying the writing process without fixating on optimization. (((AI generated, human vetted)))
What’s something you’ve done that you never thought you could? I had SOME obstacles growing up... If you've read our blog, you have a good grasp of the details. When I feel particularly masochistic, I look up images of my dad. Like this one: If you squint, you can see my dad's shadow as he … Continue reading Be A Kind, Middle-Aged Man. October 22-27/26 Farm Report.
The City We Became by N.K. Jemisin My rating: 3 of 5 stars This is a complicated tome that'll have you making all kinds of graphic organizers on post-it notes. The author makes me work for it and I like the effect! Some might find that intricacy pretentious... not me. Ignore the cringe-worthy praise from … Continue reading PN’s Attempted Book Report: The City We Became, N.K. Jemisin (2020)
The Sisters Brothers by Patrick deWitt My rating: 4 of 5 stars I finished this book ~3 weeks ago (and am filling up my Goodread's dbase [Sept. 7/26]). The blurbs about this book are accurate. We're following along a bizarre re-imagining of the California gold rush. If you can imagine watching Boardwalk Empire, Snatch, The … Continue reading PN’s Book Report: The Sisters Brothers, Patrick DeWitt (2011)
The Inheritance Trilogy by N.K. Jemisin My rating: 4 of 5 stars This is a VERY different series, compared to The City We Became. And I'm relieved that's the case. I'm within "book 3". Head's up: the binding is fragile and the covers' easily ripped. Expect to do some DiY rebinding with thick, clear boxing … Continue reading PN’s Book Report: The Inheritance Trilogy, N.K. Jemisin (2014)
An Astronaut's Guide to Life on Earth by Chris Hadfield My rating: 4 of 5 stars It's very much a conversation between Hadfield and the reader. Whoever edited his manuscript deserves a lot of praise. I particularly enjoyed him describing his relationship with his children. The book has a detailed index and a FAQ at … Continue reading PN’s Book Report: An Astronaut’s Guide To Life On Earth, Chris Hadfield (2013)
The High Road by Terry Fallis My rating: 3.75 of 5 stars The book is trying very hard to be as witty and irreverent as the first one, Best Laid Plans. It tries... and it usually succeeds. When it gets cringeworthy, oh boy... it's evident. Our protagonist, Daniel, suffers pratfalls and psychological crises that makes … Continue reading PN’s Book Report: The High Road, by Terry Fallis (2010)
Paul makes it crystal clear where he stands on using intoxicants. He appreciates a turkey dinner and is willing to help with its preparation.
Paul values mindful breathing, heroic mushrooms, aspiring politicians, and trips to rocky lookouts. He also marvels at his spouse's permaculture efforts.
October 4 Bruce Trail event supported by the Bruce Men's Shed.
Autumn colours, fewer biting insects, local community involvement, XKCD web-based cartoons, 2026 Bruce Tail Day.
If cats could talk, septic system update with its remediated ground cover.
Emotionally taxing wellness checks, preventative mud jobs on strawbale homes, rehabilitating septic systems, and home-business updates.
Here's what we can offer you (our friends and trusted acquaintances) near Gilles Lake: I'll get rid of the clutter for YOU. I used it as a refuge from the summer carnivorous bugs. Entering the main room. A queen-sized bed, with reading lights. That grab-bar was positioned at the teetering-point. Firm anchoring!!! Tomatoes from our … Continue reading Why should you visit TS & PN on the North Bruce Peninsula? As of September 6, 2026.
The author expresses frustration over rising far-right sentiments in Germany, particularly linked to racism and anti-immigrant politics. They detail personal experiences, including a lengthy road trip for supplies. The report also touches on recent market cancellations due to weather and plans for a new business sign, reflecting their ongoing creative endeavors. {{{AI generated, human edited-vetted}}}
Paul critiques his fellow Canadian’s attitudes towards visitors to the country. He provides an update of the septic system’s overall build-quality. Be polite!
Let's build resilient students in the science classroom. Paul shares updates about our homes' septic system and the pavilion.
Surviving toxic workplaces. Sewing machines. Permaculture in action. Making cat treats.
The author discusses future technology aspirations, particularly an exoskeleton for maintaining mobility in old age. They also share updates on home projects, including pavilion construction and yard work. Challenges with vermin have affected their heat pump, prompting considerations for future improvements. Environmental activities and community support are also highlighted. {{AI generated, human vetted}}
