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I listen to history lectures as an alternative to bullshit on the radio. This is mostly successful but the lecturers have bias too. One went all girl power over Emma of Normandy. Was it a one off thing? Nope. It … Continue reading →

I’ve tapered off politics (or at least keep it at arm’s length). Unfortunately, politics is extra special hyperbolic lately. It follows us around like when you feed a stray cat and then the bastard won’t leave. It’s not a new … Continue reading →

Well that didn’t take long: Forgive the crappy photo. I assure you it’s an artifact of the cheap phone camera and not an instance of the first caterpillar to master arc welding. By my count the little critter only took … Continue reading →

I’ve always wanted to raise a monarch butterfly. Recently it dawned on me that I own an homestead and I’m not dead yet. Now was the time. (In light of certain events in 2018 I’ve taken to returning to the … Continue reading →

When I was a kid I tried and failed to raise a monarch butterfly in a jar. I chalked it up as one of those “path not traveled” things. Then I bumped into the online presence of Christine DeMerchant. I’d … Continue reading →

Many moons ago, as a young Curmudgeon, I was constantly bringing nature indoors. Most springs I had salamanders or tadpoles growing in a jar somewhere, for fishing I had a worm farm, many summer nights I had fireflies in a … Continue reading →

America is designed to be a federation. Theoretically and within reason, as each state manages it’s own affairs, some will have good ideas and some will have bad ones. Also states (at least in theory) apply only those solutions desired … Continue reading →

I generally think of the New York Times as something I might accidentally step in. But I always give credit where credit is due. I’m truly impressed with their Extremely Detailed Map of the 2016 Election. (Hat tip, to Ace … Continue reading →

Experts can tell a person is lying based solely on observation. They use a package of skills; including careful observation of tiny variations in facial expression. It’s said they’re excellent at detection of deceit. It’s not a skill I posses. … Continue reading →

On and off during a rocky 2018 (winter, spring, and early summer) I’ve posted about difficulties. I want other folks who’re getting shafted by life to know they’re not alone. Life ‘aint as pretty as folks make it look on … Continue reading →