Do you trust your instincts? Unless I'm suffering from a particularly bad day of anti-anxiety or PTSD drug withdrawal, my gut feelings or instincts are the best tool I have with judging weird situations. If a group of people just feel wrong, if someone is giving me bad vibes, if something seems too good to … Continue reading Sometimes, it’s all I have to work with! December 10th & 17th Farm Report (2025).
PN disengages from aggressive motorists and reflects about traveling abroad. PN also prepares to sell firewood and reflects upon his medication.
PN gets a more accurate set of measurements for his plywood needs. He also makes fun of local vendors. Plywood is an expensive building material. Don't waste it.
What's the most fun way to exercise? The homesteading workout! Processing firewood. And SAFELY cutting down damaged trees that were shattered by our 2025 ice storms. There's many tree crowns hanging by some strands >20 feet above my head. This weekend, we're buying NEW hardhats, with chainsaw face-guards. And dragging logs through the bush. TS … Continue reading Hauling, carrying, stacking
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}}}
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.
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…
If you can, learn from our mistakes. Or, plough ahead and make your own blunders.
What would you do if you lost all your possessions? And then call my insurance agent. My loved ones are safe, yes? I’d then go on a vendetta on the humans that did this to me. No physical violence. I’d prosecute & persecute him/her/them to the fullest extent of the law. Estonians hold a grudge. … Continue reading I would have an epic, no-holds-barred, neuronic, eye-watering melt down.
What brands do you associate with? Ohhhhhhh marketers! And yer dear algorithms. Take note (with a full URL to add to the meta-data): Toyota Automobiles. “Any time is TACO time”. https://www.toyota.ca/toyota/en/vehicles/tacoma/overview Kubota tractors. “Oh my little one. Oh my little orange one! My Kubota!!!” https://kubota.ca/products/Tractors Helle Knives. “Norveeeeeeeegan, ya?” https://helle.com/collections/all Buck Knives. “USA! USA! USA! … Continue reading Brands and Hügelkultur for October 1st.
That featured image was AI developed. "a picture of a black cat wiring up a solar panel" Result: odd. Yep, a keeper.
Our heros sought out baked goods and drove up to our build-site to see what's the latest development.
This was a silly bumper sticker from cracked.com TS shared this joke from Facebook; unintended consequences. We removed this rapidly composting wood-chip pile. For hugelkultur. This is an oak sapling. NOT jimson weed. I want to reduce tire scouring on my tractor trails. Delicious foul fowl. Click on the thumbnail to expand it and see … Continue reading September 15, 2024
The downpour made quite an impact on PN. TS was busy slinging dog biscuits!
A memorable, pricey meal at lavish restaurants felt worth the expense {{both monetarily & gastrointestinally... AI generated... PN checked}}.
The writer reflects on 10 certainties, including time constraints, the unreliability of memory, and the need for honesty. They acknowledge the inevitability of mistakes and the presence of offensive actions. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of caring for companion animals and the need to limit the impact of human folly {{AI generated}}.
What are your daily habits? Heh, this sounds like a phishing exercise! Sooooo, what’s the name of your favourite pet? What’s yer mother’s maiden name? What’s the name of the first street… school teacher… brother/sister/moose from your childhood? For those security questions, I fire up my password manager and generate an incoherent character string. The … Continue reading 2 FELINE AUTHENTICATION (2FA)
The writer discusses the need for a practical outfit for outdoor activities due to exposure to various elements. They also mention a construction update, security needs, and a WordPress feature. Additionally, they compare hikers' preferences and highlight rainwater collection for permaculture. The post ends with a note about ensuring good water quality.
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!
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