What’s a song that changed your life? That’s a tough question and writing prompt. Here are the top 1/2 dozen songs and/or albums that I keep coming back to: Group: Yes. Album: Fragile. The song… Roundabout. This song is right up there with The Who's Tommy. TS picked up this CD on Granville Street back … Continue reading YES, the POLICE sting the CASK with a RENEGADE cello EPITAPH. November 2, 2026.
Category: Assembling-Disassembling
Oversized knitted blankets. Ridiculous Halloween Costumes (At The OSFM). October 31st Rock Farm Report.
What’s one thing you own that holds deep sentimental value? First, a reminder to my readers (and subscribers to my blog). WDIS? What does it say?WDIM? What does it mean?GRATITUDE = If you're reading this blog, thank you. I do this activity to help me process what's going on in my life.Some might wonder why … Continue reading Oversized knitted blankets. Ridiculous Halloween Costumes (At The OSFM). October 31st Rock Farm Report.
1998 Ice Storms! Faulty Radiators! Freaked-out Family!? October 28, 2026 Farm Report.
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! Freaked-out Family!? October 28, 2026 Farm Report.
Be A Kind, Middle-Aged Man. October 22-27/26 Farm Report.
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.
BRUCE MENS SHED, OCTOBER 5TH UPDATE FROM A 2026 SHEDDER-AT-LARGE!
October 4 Bruce Trail event supported by the Bruce Men's Shed.
Late, late summer. Autumn! Bruce Men’s Shed Events… September 29 and October 4/26.
Autumn colours, fewer biting insects, local community involvement, XKCD web-based cartoons, 2026 Bruce Tail Day.
A 2025 wellness check to Maple Ridge, B.C. September 15, 2026 Rock Farm Report.
Emotionally taxing wellness checks, preventative mud jobs on strawbale homes, rehabilitating septic systems, and home-business updates.
Naturally. I remember teaching myself about it near Tofino! June 1-2nd Farm Report.
Paul shares his experiences with the internet from 1980-1995. He provides an update about finishing off a 2025 summer project in 2026.
Cats. Frogs. Birds. Moss. Trees. And A May 24-25/26 Farm Update!
Paul shares 5 things that give him happiness. He also shares the latest saga about a worrisome tree that had to be removed before it damaged the home. He finished up outlining his plans for the roadside bear-proof garbage bin.
Parenting. Infidelity. {{{Plus An April 7/26 Update}}}
The writer reflects on their family's past, particularly their parents' challenges and relationships. Meanwhile, they share current projects like firewood preparation and landscaping with TS, including creating products for sale. They seek affordable storm windows for an outbuilding, mentioning local stores they plan to check for options. {{{AI generated a toned-down excerpt; human vetted}}}
A bus driver! And a rough-and-ready pavilion (as of March 31/26).
When you were five, what did you want to be when you grew up? I remember my grandmother taking my brother and me all over Vancouver to check out cool sh*t (unfortunately, my sister was excluded from these activities and I regret that). At the time, BC Hydro was running the electric busses all over … Continue reading A bus driver! And a rough-and-ready pavilion (as of March 31/26).
You’re a kind man. March 26-27, 2026 Rock Farm Update
The author reflects on the significance of kindness versus niceness, recalling experiences with a Korean-Canadian family and cultural etiquette during a meal. They transition into a detailed account of constructing panels for a project, emphasizing the meticulous process and future plans for completing the structure and its features. {{{AI generated; human vetted}}}
Oy, F*ck. ((And)) Let Me Rephrase That. 2026 Pi Day. Panel Painting. Ice.
PN muses about possible biography titles for his family. There are pie updates, purposefully painted panels, and loathing thrown at the most recent ice storm.
Don’t you get bored where you live? Also: Your Foggy March 7/26 Farm Report.
May you NOT live in interesting times. Get off-the-grid, eh. Build a resilient household.
Cutting the property lines for our farm. With hand-tools! Feb. 20-26/26 Drama Vlogs.
The post recounts a challenging DIY project of re-establishing property lines on a rock farm, emphasizing the difficulties faced during winter snow removal efforts. The individuals encountered issues with their truck getting stuck, leading them to seek local assistance. They reflect on past experiences and future plans, showcasing resilience in farm life. {{{AI generated; human vetted}}}
Cut out the anxiety, thankyouverymuch!! February 2/26 Farm Report.
The author would change his anxious nature if he could. Donut cakes. Snow suits. Boiling oil and making donuts.
Time; Here’s a January 28/26 Update From The Bruce Men’s Shed
What is the greatest gift someone could give you? Without getting morose, I think QUALITY-TIME... or more accurately, time with me having all of my faculties and loved ones nearby, is the greatest gift one can give me. TS and I have lived for over a year now on our rock farm and there is … Continue reading Time; Here’s a January 28/26 Update From The Bruce Men’s Shed
Digging, blogging, cussing, tweaking, and deep listening. January 23/26 = TACO joy!
How to perform a self-recovery with a truck! 5 habits of a gentleman forester.
What I don’t use: semaphore! (((January 17/26 PN’s Personal Post)))
HOW is more important than WHAT. The media is the message.
DiY-ing, power puttering and modding. Vinyl vs Digital. Dec. 24-27/25 ROCK FARM UPDATE.
The author finds happiness in contentment over fleeting joy, enjoying DIY projects in a calm atmosphere. They detail a recent audio rack project utilizing various materials on a budget, sharing mixed feelings on audio quality debates. The post reflects on personal experiences, family loss, and creative endeavors amid daily challenges and reflections on life {{AI-generated, human vetted}}