The author expresses a preference for different seasons: spring for nature, summer for biodiversity, autumn for property work, and winter for stargazing and photography.
Category: North Bruce Peninsula, Ontario
Broadband Internet Access @ home.
The writer considers essential reliable high-speed internet due to poor phone reception. They contemplate installing a tower, using Starlink satellite, or XploreNet for connectivity.
So, what does a 21st century Straw-bale house look like (inside walls)?
Our home's interior walls have a flowing appearance, characteristic of straw-bale homes (built by Evolve Builders Group [Guelph, ON]).
Morels in the North Bruce Peninsula?
It had a freaky 3-4 cm wide double stalk. Pretty! I'm an inexperienced mycologist! I won't nom nom it. These clipping are destined for our soil generation operation.
What’s the cliche: there are no atheists in foxholes.
Paul gets metaphysical.
My spouse’s business had its most successful event yet!
https://blackdogbiscuits.ca/2024/05/26/im-pleased-i-can-rig-up-a-tent-without-hurting-myself/ For a weekly market, our session at the Handicraft House has been a surprising success. Location. Location. Location. Easy and safe to get off (and back on) the highway (Ontario Highway 6). That's all I have to report today... I need to get back to the construction site and water my walls! Mind you, … Continue reading My spouse’s business had its most successful event yet!
I’d like to check in with my mum & sister.
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.
May 22nd: News from the peninsula.
While we were slinging dog biscuits, the second coat of concrete-plaster is being added to the walls.
Zipping up the construction site for the weekend.
Here are some images I captured today in the village and near my construction site. Please respect the signage -- do not enter.
Teacher polo shirts & teacher slacks :-(
I am making the switch from being a classroom teacher to a handyman. It has its challenges.
Hello, product placement? Marketing data-miners?… …
What brands does a semi-retired professional support? Construction site update.
I wiped out…
Local cuisine.
An easy answer: I don’t regret purchasing property on the North Bruce Peninsula… on the East side!
A writing prompt and current construction events!
This question screams GOTCHA… sigh. Fortunately, WikiVoyage is a thing.
Act locally!
Unwanted animals make the worst pets!
Cats, dogs, tropical fish.
Humanity and goofy pets.
Gravity is the LAW.
Slinging tobeycookies!
Don’t let the rain keep you away!
https://blackdogbiscuits.ca/2024/03/09/why-i-would-go-to-owen-sounzd-farmers-market-2/ Visit our neighbour at the market… $5 papusa! Here’s a fellow vendor I want YOU to support. Latino Ranch, tel. 519-387-5280. Link.
Take care of my soil!
Soil science and protecting our biodiverse property.
SCREWING UP & RECEIVING KIND FEEDBACK
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.
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