So, we've got Newton making a cat flap for his cougar, Einstein blowing minds with his theories, and Bohr getting free beer for life. Plus, Lilith, the OG independent woman. Oh, and don't ferment grass clippings in bags, or let carpenter ants infest your shipping container. Use the right trailer hitch, or you'll end up breaking it in the bush. Oh, and watch out for those phat, meaty flies. And that's just a snippet of the neighborhood adventures!
The author recently communicated with family members using technology to bridge the distance. They also shared updates on a brewery visit, a luscious bakery experience, and a construction project while emphasizing the importance of supporting local businesses and addressing environmental concerns. The post reflects a blend of personal and community-centered experiences and observations.
The author reflects on sacrifices made, including leaving an abusive father, giving up dreams of marine biology and a career in fish farming, and leaving a well-paid job to become a high school science teacher. Despite challenges, they find contentment in semi-retirement with a peaceful property. The post also includes updates on home renovation.
My project manager is keeping the site neat, however, it IS an active construction site. Gate closed? Call us before entering. Trespassers will be persecuted. (You’ve been warned).
Instead of naming names, I looked into the mirror. Oh shit. Who is that?!
Big machines in site. Take care!
Delivery. Shredding. Resting. Panorama.
Act locally!
Gravity is the LAW.
Soil science and protecting our biodiverse property.
What experiences in life helped you grow the most? Make mistakes? Yep. Been chided for it? Damn. Get indifferent responses? Those are awful. Meh… relieved to be out of the full-time classroom. CURRENT EVENTS Adding value to our rental home.
Daily writing promptWhat is your favorite drink?View all responses I'm a simple human. Coca? Tea leaves? Caffeine? Turbinado sugar (for coffee)? White sugar (for tea)? Yep! Infrared Critter Cam, Rabbit! Infrared Critter Cam, Fox! {{Click on the night-image to view details; the fox showed up when it was cold; the same rodent checked out the … Continue reading Coffee. Tea. Coffee + Chocolate.
https://blackdogbiscuits.ca/2024/02/17/dont-be-cheap/ My answer to today’s writing prompt (“how do I budget?”).
Daily writing promptIf there was a biography about you, what would the title be?View all responses . This writing prompt took a couple of days to work on. I know what TS' bio would be titled, "Oy, Fuck"... that's what she mutters a lot as we tromp through our woodlot. Me, with my daddy-longlegs... I … Continue reading The adventures of a technophile, gentleman forester, aspiring divemaster, and cat fancier.
Something on your "to-do list" that never gets done. I’m optimistic that once our off grid home goes online, I can get into the habit of squeegee-ing the PV panels. Let those photons do their thing! Clipping cat claws and brushing the THINGS. Sigh. The more I procrastinate that ordeal, the worse it is for … Continue reading Washing windows & clipping house-panther claws.
Groceries, snow squalls, and renovating a condominium suite (FOR YOU?!).
Daily writing promptShare five things you're good at.View all responses
Daily writing promptWhat is one thing you would change about yourself?View all responses I understand the question asked me to muse about "one thing", however, my teacher-brain didn't want to hypenate anxiety-temper-WTF-is-going-on mood. It is one of the reasons I've taken to the meditation program offered by Headspace. Does it make me feel better? Not … Continue reading My anxiety. My temper.
Daily writing promptAre you more of a night or morning person?View all responses Crepuscular?! Yep. I like being most active at dawn and dusk {{Merriam-Webster. (n.d.). Crepuscular. In Merriam-Webster.com dictionary. Retrieved December 2, 2023, from https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crepuscular }}. My favourite examples: walleye, pickerel, wild turkey, coyote, deer, ruffed grouse.
https://midimike.com/2023/11/10/a-favorite-subject-in-school/ Let me back up. I hated high school so much, I eventually became a science standup philosopher. Translation: despite me best efforts to avoid the family tradition, I became a school teacher. Where my dad restricted his experience to elementary school (middle-school aged, 12-14 year olds), I went full ballstothewall high school. 14 to … Continue reading Oh, that’s easy! LDCC Science 9.
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