What’s the worst travel experience you’ve ever had? ORTHODOX ANSWER = I understand most bloggers interpret this question as pertaining to the process of travelling, not the destination nor its reasons. TS and I took a airplane trip from Vancouver to Toronto about ~28 years ago in January. The 1998 Toronto-GTA ice storm. The snow … Continue reading 1998 Ice Storms! Faulty Radiators! Freaked-out Family!? October 28, 2026 Farm Report.
Tag: permaculture
Be A Kind, Middle-Aged Man. October 22-27/26 Farm Report.
What’s something you’ve done that you never thought you could? I had SOME obstacles growing up... If you've read our blog, you have a good grasp of the details. When I feel particularly masochistic, I look up images of my dad. Like this one: If you squint, you can see my dad's shadow as he … Continue reading Be A Kind, Middle-Aged Man. October 22-27/26 Farm Report.
Shrewdly-selected words, improve readability, respect the reader’s time. October 21/26 Farm Report.
The author shares SEO strategies for personal websites, emphasizing quality content, proper tagging, link maintenance, and enjoying the writing process without fixating on optimization. (((AI generated, human vetted)))
Breathe!! Take 5 (controlled rhythmic breathing); October 9/26 Rock Farm Report.
Paul values mindful breathing, heroic mushrooms, aspiring politicians, and trips to rocky lookouts. He also marvels at his spouse's permaculture efforts.
Late, late summer. Autumn! Bruce Men’s Shed Events… September 29 and October 4/26.
Autumn colours, fewer biting insects, local community involvement, XKCD web-based cartoons, 2026 Bruce Tail Day.
Hatred. September 1-2/26 Farm Report!
The author expresses frustration over rising far-right sentiments in Germany, particularly linked to racism and anti-immigrant politics. They detail personal experiences, including a lengthy road trip for supplies. The report also touches on recent market cancellations due to weather and plans for a new business sign, reflecting their ongoing creative endeavors. {{{AI generated, human edited-vetted}}}
Visitors assume Canadians are polite. Aug. 24/26 Farm Report.
Paul critiques his fellow Canadian’s attitudes towards visitors to the country. He provides an update of the septic system’s overall build-quality. Be polite!
Scientific method, the art of calling bullsh*t. August 11/26 Farm Report.
Let's build resilient students in the science classroom. Paul shares updates about our homes' septic system and the pavilion.
Are my unit outlines & lesson plans in order? Have they been updated for x, y, z? When’s my next TPA? August 6/26 Farm Report.
Surviving toxic workplaces. Sewing machines. Permaculture in action. Making cat treats.
Neural implants, assistive exoskeletons. August 3/26 Civic Holiday Report.
The author discusses future technology aspirations, particularly an exoskeleton for maintaining mobility in old age. They also share updates on home projects, including pavilion construction and yard work. Challenges with vermin have affected their heat pump, prompting considerations for future improvements. Environmental activities and community support are also highlighted. {{AI generated, human vetted}}
Cats. Frogs. Birds. Moss. Trees. And A May 24-25/26 Farm Update!
Paul shares 5 things that give him happiness. He also shares the latest saga about a worrisome tree that had to be removed before it damaged the home. He finished up outlining his plans for the roadside bear-proof garbage bin.
The homesteader’s workout!
Both bloggers agree: farm chores are the most enjoyable way to exercise. There's biological activity in the leaf litter and campfires after dusk.
Don’t you get bored where you live? Also: Your Foggy March 7/26 Farm Report.
May you NOT live in interesting times. Get off-the-grid, eh. Build a resilient household.
My first/last rifle in British Columbia.
Deadly, 80-year-old trinkets, from a global catastrophe.
Count-down timers, assertive house-panthers! Nov. 16/25 farm report. The trip.
This blog goes to some dark places. The opinions are mine alone.
Why, yes. Yes, I am. But first, let’s talk about mid-September/25 on the farm.
PN acknowledges his grudges and shares local happenings around the rock farm.
I want a yearly DO-OVER. August 18/25 Rock Farm Report.
It's been a hot summer with too much drama. We are happiest when we are doing farm chores on our rock farm. Keep in touch with us!
Dog and cat fanciers. Kind humans. July 26-28/25 Farm Report.
PN shares his favourite human-type, and outlines the latest bear conflict. The new feeding arm will foil a bear's ability to climb trees. Forest gardening is providing fresh produce. The home builder finished repairing the damage caused by the gutter installers.
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PN disengages from aggressive motorists and reflects about traveling abroad. PN also prepares to sell firewood and reflects upon his medication.
Meditation and rock farming! July 12-14/25 update.
PN shares the latest dramas happening at the off-grid rock farm on the North Bruce Peninsula. PN shares the strategies he uses to increase this quality-of-life.