I’m a middle-aged dude who has MANY hobbies. So…

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.comContinue reading I’m a middle-aged dude who has MANY hobbies. So…

Honestly? Art. Drafting. Graphic design.

What was your favorite subject in school? Tick tock. Tick tock. Pre-delivery inspection looming.

Tuesday, November 5 FARM REPORT

If you can, learn from our mistakes. Or, plough ahead and make your own blunders.

Sunday, November 03, 2024 Farm Update

let's start with our sawmill structures trials and tribulations. PN's still optimistic. When the system works, the walls clicks into place. When I'm really unlucky, I get cracks. This is NOT standard residential kit. I'll call S/S if we discover a really kacked board. Click on the image for more detailed woe & metacaptions. And … Continue reading Sunday, November 03, 2024 Farm Update

Thursday, October 31 2024

A bunkie kit for our property. Stay tuned...

Happy homeowners love river gravel & talented excavator operators. October 10, 2024.

Hardscaping completed around our perimeter. Pictures as proof!

September 25, 2026: PV (Photovoltaic) System update.

That featured image was AI developed. "a picture of a black cat wiring up a solar panel" Result: odd. Yep, a keeper.

Our well water has too many minerals in it. So…

https://imgs.xkcd.com/comics/water_filtration.png I sent this to our home designer and construction manager (with a disclaimer -- especially if they're checking their inbox [or doom scrolling] before their morning coffee/tea/pick-me-up). Source: https://xkcd.com/2982/ ; accessed 06:20, September 11, 2024. I really hope Design Electrical was able to procure our home's battery system. Once the integrated power system's online, … Continue reading Our well water has too many minerals in it. So…

Plenty of thermal mass. Lower ecological footprint.

What does your ideal home look like? Eventually, that additional off the visible side (where that plywood sheet is located in the image) will be built. Then. Then we have our ideal house. Random Thoughts https://youtu.be/s5BB73gqlNw?si=dudHRozfNRWqRc10 Let’s get the frills out of the bill!

Why do I blog?

Writing is a skill that requires practice to maintain. Blogging serves as a way for the author to express thoughts and feelings, share experiences, and challenge assumptions. It also documents a building project, inspired by the book "Little House Off The Grid," with updates on construction progress and acknowledgements to companies involved {{AI generated, human vetted}}.

Sunday, August 18 2024… I have (the) power!

Well, it's the construction crew's generator. Our PV system, while interesting, is still being assembled. When will the drywall be ready for the next step - TBA. Tomato ladders, firewood, soil-boxes. Plastics? To the bin. 😦 Design Electrical feeds their sparkies a unique diet (kidding). Preserve my hearing for HiFi. Obnoxious sound in the woods. … Continue reading Sunday, August 18 2024… I have (the) power!

In the woods, time flows differently.

The downpour made quite an impact on PN. TS was busy slinging dog biscuits!

Meat! Knitting! Electric Woodpecker. PV-panels.

Justin postponed TS' consultation at the Electric Woodpecker, leading to a day of exploring the peninsula. {{{AI generated, human vetted}}}

Gorilla Gutters, from Collingwood did our external trim. TS harvested garlic.

Our build has some colour to it!

Keep my citizens warm, dry, fed, and safe (from the elements & bad actors).

The writer advocates for a basic income for Canadians, citing examples of societal unrest due to hunger, sickness, and fear. They also discuss teaching struggles and pension plans. {{AI-generated, human vetted}}

Reading meta-commentaries on Wikis, obsessing about hummers, and getting into the weeds!

The writer loses track of time by exploring Wikipedia aimlessly. However, they find more fulfillment in activities such as whittling, enjoying nature, and tending to their woodlot. The post also contains updates on construction, a photo of a household pet, and recommendations for various products and services.

A Dickies 1 piece jolly jumper! With underwear, socks, jungle-boots, and a sun-bucket (hat). Boooya!

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.

Russia, Northern India, China.

The author has traveled to various countries, including Saint Lucia, the UK, the US, and Hawaii. They express a desire to revisit the smaller islands of Hawaii and have aspirations to visit Russia, China, and northern India. The author highlights their unlearning of country stereotypes and multiculturalism discussions with students. They also mention current events at home and predator-prey interactions {{generated by WordPress AI - checked by PN}}.

A more thoughtful answer…

Upon first blush, I answered today’s writing prompt like this: https://blackdogbiscuits.ca/2024/06/16/like-this/ All true. Moreover… I’m enjoying the flexibility of working some days, and walking away others. I find I now have the fortitude to stick with tasks, as time constraints are now less for me. I don’t worry about a cohort of young adults - … Continue reading A more thoughtful answer…

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.