How do significant life events or the passage of time influence your perspective on life? Cliches can be true, sometimes. I stop to smell the fresh baking. And definately snort deeply with wild roses. I breathe deeply when I first put on my CPAP nose pillow at night. I'm still trying to get perspective on … Continue reading Cliches may be true. February 3rd Rock Farm Report.
The author reminisces about their first computer... They share personal anecdotes about their cats... and their lives together. Reflecting on technology’s evolution, they now live off-grid, using Linux and satellite internet, highlighting their journey. {{{AI generated, human edited}}}
The author envisions using lottery winnings to expand their homestead, including adding a workshop, finishing a pavilion, and enhancing their rock farm's resilience. They appreciate their home's innovative design, address maintenance challenges, and emphasize sustainable living, urging for funds to realize these plans while valuing self-sufficiency and environmental stewardship. {{{AI generated, human vetted}}}
The content describes a range of activities enjoyed for fun, including tinkering, mindful walking, and woodworking. It details experiences at a rock ranch, including recovering materials for IKEA bookshelves and installing shelves. The report highlights the unique international design of their mechanical and electrical systems, emphasizing peculiarities in their performance. {{{AI generated, human vetted}}}
If you could un-invent something, what would it be? Nuclear weapons. Could physicists delve into subatomic theory and not muse… huh… what would happen if I smack 2 things together... they go ‼️ That deadly genie is out of the bottle. There's no need to pursue this mad technology, and plunge us into a nuclear … Continue reading Nuclear weapons.
Pretty snow and critically-low fossil fuel levels.
Click on the image for meta-captions. I happily paid $1200 for this tool cabinet. I can collect and organize my kit for immediate use. No, I won't be storing chainsaws and outdoor axes in this stainless steel marvel (that's for the outdoor sea-can and its future shelving). Yes, it'll store my repair gear for electronics … Continue reading Shiny.
1970 was had Canada declare martial law in Quebec, various countries launched their first artificial satellites and, the Beatles imploded. Paul also provides a bunkie build update.
What book are you reading right now? For physical books... Other Minds. The Octopus and The Evolution Of Intelligent Life. Peter Godfrey-Smith. Harper-Collins (U.K.). Other Minds. The Octopus, The Sea, And The Deep Origins of Consciousness. Farrat, Strauss, Giroux (U.S.A.). 2016. I picked up this book during our July 2019 pre-Covid summer trip to England … Continue reading Astrophysics for New Scientific Octopus Who Separate The Sewage Alarm Signals From The Noise. Meanwhile, Genny-Generac burns delicious propane fuel.
We got off the rough roller coaster ride with getting the occupancy permit for our home. And then hopped onto the HEY-LET'S-MOVE-OUR-SHIT-IN ride. Thankfully, TS and I have had only a handful of snarling-matches. As I drink coffee with TS talking to her Hamilton-lifeline, I can give a brief visual overview of our rock farm. … Continue reading We’re about to start our 3rd day at the rock farm. Friday the 13th (2024).
TS and PN are learning a great deal about snow clearing and snowblower repair and best-practices.
From a bunkie build point-of-view, we are making progress. Once that steel roof's in place, I can begin drying that interior out with a propane-powered space heater. Then we can vacuum the exposed subfloor, apply Rockwool-type insulation, and add the floor panels. Bluntly, this bunkie kit has been a very costly build in T&M. It … Continue reading November 28 2024 Rock Farm Report
Paul shares his top three pet peeves: long drives [to the city], lack of email responses from others, and his cat Jupiter's litter box habits. He also provides updates on the rock farm, including roofing progress, a thank you to local [pipefitters], and preparations for winter amid technical challenges. {{{AI generated, human-edited}}}
Courtesy of Design Electric. NV, thank you for these fantastic images, eh. 21st century wood heating. One of the smaller units! For our HW supply and in-floor heating. This hopper's in a dry, secured room. You need to click on the image to get its true scale.
The author reflects on their preference for living near large bodies of water and mountains, choosing a peninsula between Lake Huron. They also detail home preparation tasks, while expressing gratitude toward local businesses assisting on their project. {{{AI generated, human edited}}
Name the most expensive personal item you've ever purchased (not your home or car). I know I’m being fearful, however, I won’t provide BAD ACTORS with a personal inventory of my artificial ecosystem. HOWEVER, to the marketing algorithms and ARPNET harvesters: get hints from the following eleven URL and send me free stuff! https://danclarkaudio.com https://www.audeze.com … Continue reading I’m a middle-aged dude who has MANY hobbies. So…
The construction site is managed with controlled access, discouraging unauthorized entry. Progress was made assembling a bunkie kit and learning carpentry skills, despite challenges with warped lumber. The author is battling a head cold but is recovering with rest and fluids. Construction updates emphasize ongoing infrastructure testing and necessary caution. {{{AI generated; human vetted}}}
What was your favorite subject in school? Tick tock. Tick tock. Pre-delivery inspection looming.
If you can, learn from our mistakes. Or, plough ahead and make your own blunders.
let's start with our sawmill structures trials and tribulations. PN's still optimistic. When the system works, the walls clicks into place. When I'm really unlucky, I get cracks. This is NOT standard residential kit. I'll call S/S if we discover a really kacked board. Click on the image for more detailed woe & metacaptions. And … Continue reading Sunday, November 03, 2024 Farm Update
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