Monthly Archives: June 2018

The Timescale Of A Gnat

Posted on June 30, 2018 by AdaptiveCurmudgeon

I’ve been on the road. Driving is a good time to think. Driving is also a golden opportunity to observe America. I’m not seeing the mess projected by the hysterical flapping fruit-loops in the media. Actual Americans in actual America … Continue reading →

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The Zombie Apocalypse Has Arrived

Posted on June 27, 2018 by AdaptiveCurmudgeon

I’ve been off-grid a couple weeks, during which time I’ve successfully avoided most news. Ignorance is bliss. However, a huge tragic event happened while I was unaware. Yesterday, I logged onto wifi, idly clicked to Knuckledraggin My Life Away, and … Continue reading →

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Ignoring Metrics

Posted on June 15, 2018 by AdaptiveCurmudgeon

Like anyone, I’m pleased when my blog gets many hits and mildly disappointed when I get few. I recognize the emotion for what it is; pride… or perhaps narcissism… not necessarily a good thing. Knowing I shouldn’t care doesn’t mean … Continue reading →

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A Moment Of Grace: Part 4: Epilogue

Posted on June 14, 2018 by AdaptiveCurmudgeon

Grace is a powerful thing. The dog recovered. We all did. It is now “day 41”. Elderdog is as chipper as a dog its age can be. This particular dog has never gotten many treats. Its stomach isn’t great and … Continue reading →

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A Moment Of Grace: Part 3.5

Posted on June 13, 2018 by AdaptiveCurmudgeon

I thought this photo was going to be the last. Fortunately, there was grace.

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A Moment Of Grace: Part 3

Posted on June 13, 2018 by AdaptiveCurmudgeon

Grace (noun): (in Christian belief) the free and unmerited favor of God, as manifested in the salvation of sinners and the bestowal of blessings. My dog is old. Aside from its name (which I doubt I’ve blogged) it earned the … Continue reading →

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A Moment Of Grace: Part 2

Posted on June 12, 2018 by AdaptiveCurmudgeon

[Life is hard. There are fits and starts and setbacks on the way to wherever you’re going. Folks who leave the bad times out of their stories create unrealistic ideas. They sow doubt in my mind. I start to wonder … Continue reading →

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A Moment Of Grace: Part 1

Posted on June 11, 2018 by AdaptiveCurmudgeon

[I’m not a religious man, but like all wise people I have a spiritual component. This is my story and only mine. If it doesn’t fit with your philosophy that’s none of my business. Skip it if you wish.] “It … Continue reading →

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Right Place Wrong Time

Posted on June 1, 2018 by AdaptiveCurmudgeon

When 357 Magnum linked to one of my posts I checked out the place. What luck! I stumbled across one of my favorite songs. It’s a perfect segue into some future posts. Enjoy:

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