Author Archives: AdaptiveCurmudgeon

I’ve never heard of Sam Kriss but a bit of his writing emerged from substack and it’s glorious! He’s written a fine article that encompasses the internet and damn near everything else. Pour yourself a cup of coffee and go read … Continue reading →

I’m going to describe a wilderness moment for people who’ve never experienced it. Many of you know what I’m talking about. If so, please forgive the oversimplification. If you’re walking in the forest with someone who’s in the habit of … Continue reading →

Update: I was wrong and I suck. I tired to read directly from the Danish (translated) but it looks like I missed some nuance. Clearer word is that Denmark has stopped encouraging the vax for adults but it didn’t swing … Continue reading →

I have a wider audience than I thought! I occasionally post about butterflies. I’ve been “raising” one or a few monarchs annually over the last few years. It may sound silly but I heartily recommend “raising” butterflies. It’s just plain … Continue reading →

Society is in decline but I’ve been feeling pretty optimistic. Political dipshits want you to feel depressed and hopeless. They need you to hold yourself down. I don’t. I prefer the glory of the real world to the self-defeating gloom … Continue reading →

I remember when presidents gave speeches that didn’t threaten Americans with violence. I remember presidents who didn’t list off which groups are slated for subjugation. I remember presidents that at least tried to be pleasant. Here’s a clip from Ronald … Continue reading →