Monthly Archives: April 2026

In 1981 the nerdiest Canadian rock band to ever exist released Red Barchetta. I loved it. I still do. It’s the story of a young man who lives in a dystopian future. His uncle possess a glorious little sports car … Continue reading →

Recently, I bought a dozen eggs. This is no big deal. I’m very happy it’s no big deal. American grocery stores have always been a miracle; not just occasionally, for my entire life. Even before recent times of madness, I … Continue reading →

[Warning: Math follows. And some geometry. And lots of finicky details. I’m nerding out. If that’s going to freak you out, skip today’s ruminations. I won’t judge.] Nerd video below: If you get bored, don’t blame me. I think this … Continue reading →

Its been a roller coaster ride. A month ago it warmed. Earlier than expected! Huzzah! I started my dirt bike, gingerly squished through the icy mud, and rode to town for the ceremonial “first tank of gas for the season”. … Continue reading →

I’m going to be “on the road” for most of the rest of the month. Last time I was so busy I only could make an occasional minimal check on my blog. This time it will be far more “chill”. … Continue reading →

Propaganda works on you even if you know it’s propaganda. Our brains are wired a certain way. People and systems exploit this. As intelligent adults, we must live thoughtfully; the better to retain our rationality. Do your decisions reflect our … Continue reading →

Recent snows have been super dense. Tree branches normally high enough to be well out of the way sagged down to “tractor windshield” level. I was as careful as possible but one branch got tangled into the gap between the … Continue reading →

Every year technology gets more awesome. Every year technology sucks more. Both things are true. I didn’t want to spend the scratch to buy a laptop. I’m typing this on a tiny discarded junk Macbook Air. I wiped it and … Continue reading →

I’m pondering a “new project”. I have many irons in the fire, but an Adaptive Curmudgeon never stops considering new things. I’m reluctant to give too many details because I might drop the project in mid-tinker. However the project goes … Continue reading →

I’m still fried. All the miles wore me out. I thought I’d kick back and dedicate myself to recovery (notwithstanding my “bad dairy” stupidity). Unfortunately, new and exciting shit happened to liven my existence. Spring breakup / mud season had … Continue reading →