The season when all the mosquitoes DIE.

The author expresses a preference for different seasons: spring for nature, summer for biodiversity, autumn for property work, and winter for stargazing and photography.

Richard Scarry: The 1974-77 collection!

Daily writing promptDo you remember your favorite book from childhood?View all responses In no particular order: Busy, Busy Town. And its gritty sequel (I'm kidding)... Busy Town, Busy People. Cars and Trucks and Things That Go. Best Rainy Day Book Ever. European Word Book. Busiest People Ever. Busy, Busy World. I remember holing up in … Continue reading Richard Scarry: The 1974-77 collection!

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.

If I can grow it or teach about it, I’ve done it.

TS was able to sell more product this week in Tobermory. The straw-bale crews are finishing up the interior walls and should start the finishing coat next week.

Why are 2 retired pedagogues watering their walls?

There is some funky science going on in the North Bruce Peninsula!

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.

I never did get the hang of it!

How do you balance work and home life? I had to semi-retire to become more balanced. Or at least more Abby-Something. Abby Normal. Apparently, this spoof did copy frame-by-frame the classics. In other news… https://blackdogbiscuits.ca/2024/05/19/sunday-may-19th/ Support your local market, eh.

PN takes a deep breath, and plunges forward! … …

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.

Teacher polo shirts & teacher slacks :-(

I am making the switch from being a classroom teacher to a handyman. It has its challenges.

The hand is quicker than the eye(pad)!

https://blackdogbiscuits.ca/2024/05/15/both-it-depends-upon-the-situation-no/

Oranges, apples, HI-picked precocious pineapples, blackberries, swamp-blueberries

The author shares their top 5 favorite fruits: Oranges for fragrant blossoms, Apples for local growth, Hawaiian field-picked pineapple for freshness, Blackberries for the challenge, and Blueberries for unique cultivation requirements. The update from the proto-farm involves various construction and heating details (generated by AI?! [nice]).

Me.

Instead of naming names, I looked into the mirror. Oh shit. Who is that?!

Would you believe it’s July 1st (Canada Day)?

Canadians are polite and ideally, we can be kind. It's something I believe we have to work on!

Hello, product placement? Marketing data-miners?… …

What brands does a semi-retired professional support? Construction site update.

This is a picture showing how the walls are being prepared for straw-bale.

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!

Our 4th bushwhacking session.

Delivery. Shredding. Resting. Panorama.

This question screams GOTCHA… sigh. Fortunately, WikiVoyage is a thing.

Act locally!

Well, that’s disturbing.

Bank fraud happened to us. Twice.

Humanity and goofy pets.

Gravity is the LAW.