Author Archives: AdaptiveCurmudgeon

As I wrote this Red Barchetta: Part 2 I thought about my rural life and how they’re pushing self driving for urban crowded streets. This is because driving on urban crowded streets sucks, but it’s a hard challenge. It’s possibly … Continue reading →

[This is a follow up to a post from two weeks ago.] I rode a driverless Zoox in Las Vegas. I wanted to see if “self driving” hype is for real. First observation, I hate that self driving cars are … Continue reading →

I’m back! I’ve been “on the road” much of the last six weeks. I posted in dribs and drabs when I could but technological hurdles finally got the best of me. Eventually I just called it and went largely off … Continue reading →

I’ve been on sojourn in the land of the Lotus Eaters. It has been as excellent and odd as any sojourn should be. Nothing makes me happier than a rambling journey. My plans to blog mid-trip didn’t play out well. … Continue reading →

Until I resolve some technical issues I’m super off line. See y’all again when I get my shit together.

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 →