November 2nd, 2025 – First Freeze…Goodbye Insects!; House Repairs Moving Right Along


I woke up to 27° F this morning and the leaves were dropping off the trees like crazy. That means that finally I can get out for a walk around the acreage and not be eaten alive by chiggers, mosquitoes, or covered in ticks. As soon as it gets a bit drier out and not … Continue reading November 2nd, 2025 – First Freeze…Goodbye Insects!; House Repairs Moving Right Along

October 28th, 2025 – Making Great Progress


Today I pretty much finished up going through the last of the things in the main area of the house. I am really glad this part is nearly completed...but the basement awaits. I had already sorted through most of my parent's things in some closets and boxes, but there was still a little bit left. … Continue reading October 28th, 2025 – Making Great Progress

Cooking; Clean-up; Things Are Gettin Done


Damn that was good I got out the ol’ wok and jet engine for some lunchtime stir fry. Veggies, stir-fried in a seasoned oil with hokkein noodles, a small bit of shredded rotisserie chicken, and some Saigon Sizzle Sauce. It came out very good. Wish I had remembered the water chestnuts while cooking! It was … Continue reading Cooking; Clean-up; Things Are Gettin Done

Way Cool; Trailer Repair


I have been having an issue with the central air conditioning for quite some time now. It’s a pretty odd issue - the breaker keeps tripping but it is not consistent. I have noticed it usually happens on the hottest of days. It kept tripping the breaker rather excessively yesterday and it got up to … Continue reading Way Cool; Trailer Repair