I Have Come to a Realization


The last time I had a job was some time ago, but since then I have continued to set my alarm during the week (except for holidays; c’mon…I’m not a savage!). I wanted to maintain some normalcy given all the other abnormalcy in my life the last 12 years. A few weekends ago I ended … Continue reading I Have Come to a Realization

Oh No You Don’t!; Outdoors; Ready to Travel Again!; Tipping Burnout


I got a bill for insurance on the trailer and I just about had another heart attack. The premium had more than tripled over my old Scotty. I quickly got in touch with my agent to find out just what happened, especially since it was far above the premium that I was quoted. A few … Continue reading Oh No You Don’t!; Outdoors; Ready to Travel Again!; Tipping Burnout

September 20th, 2023 – Road Trip! Missouri State Parks Adventure – Wallace State Park to Crowder State Park


I have been up in this general area in the past, but it was mostly for work. There’s a lot of history in this region. Jesse James looms large in these here parts. There’s some Civil War history with General John J. Pershing, and one of the last four remaining original covered bridges in MO. … Continue reading September 20th, 2023 – Road Trip! Missouri State Parks Adventure – Wallace State Park to Crowder State Park

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

Puppies!; Trailer Organizing; Did He Really Say “Medieval”?


If you are needing a high-quality Australian Shepherd puppy, Saddle Peak Aussies still has a few left! And yes, they are adorable. It worked on me with Rider. Don’t believe me? Just look at the pictures on the website and try to say “no”. I dare ya. ————— As you can imagine, I have been … Continue reading Puppies!; Trailer Organizing; Did He Really Say “Medieval”?