Gentleman farmer at the 2026 Thanksgiving dinner.

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.

A 2025 wellness check to Maple Ridge, B.C. September 15, 2026 Rock Farm Report.

Emotionally taxing wellness checks, preventative mud jobs on strawbale homes, rehabilitating septic systems, and home-business updates.

Our dad really IS an ass***e. Find TS, start detoxifying myself, and leave the province! July 2/26 farm update.

Paul does a thought exercise about traveling back in time to speak to his 20-year-old-self. The freestanding pavilion is now ready for DAY USE ONLY. Paul is humbled that a friend chose to travel up to the farm.

Parenting. Infidelity. {{{Plus An April 7/26 Update}}}

The writer reflects on their family's past, particularly their parents' challenges and relationships. Meanwhile, they share current projects like firewood preparation and landscaping with TS, including creating products for sale. They seek affordable storm windows for an outbuilding, mentioning local stores they plan to check for options. {{{AI generated a toned-down excerpt; human vetted}}}

Cut out the anxiety, thankyouverymuch!! February 2/26 Farm Report.

The author would change his anxious nature if he could. Donut cakes. Snow suits. Boiling oil and making donuts.

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.

meditation end card from headspace online meditation application

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.