Halloween is tonight. I have fond memories of Halloween. Growing up, We'd roast pumpkin seeds, my dad would start a fire, put on some Irish music, and prepare for the onslaught. There were a ton of kids in my neighborhood growing up. We, of course, hit the streets using pillow cases for loot. No cheap … Continue reading Happy Halloween
Month: October 2025
Got the Fatigue
SNAP benefits are supposed to run out this weekend. I found this on woodsterman. Is that so? Right up front you can see the idiocy here. Telling the world where you'll be and when to commit crimes is a rookie mistake. Didn't Jesus have a parable about this? If the master knew the time and … Continue reading Got the Fatigue
Fall is Here, For Sure
True to Texas form, the seasons change at the flip of a switch. So early in the week, it was cool and pleasant. The dogs love this weather. There's a snap in their steps while walking. Trash day walks are tough. Every bag must be inspected, and a lot of them are ripped open. I … Continue reading Fall is Here, For Sure
Gratuitous Dog Pic
Some context is needed here. I took this right after taking last weeks dog pic of Aria. I turned around to get back to my office, and there was Winston, smiling at me. That's what happens. I'll be doing something, look up, and there Winston will be watching me and wagging his tail.
Ripped Off
Over a month ago, I bought a few hats from these clowns. Within a week, I regretted it. Just like something else I found on Facebook, it looked like they drop shipped it from overseas, and I was in for a long wait for my stuff. Same dopey shipping process that sends endless updates. I … Continue reading Ripped Off
Guitar Work
As I was cleaning up my computer, I found tons of images of guitars I've owned, and most I've built or fixed. I think it can be a thing here for many weeks, as I gear up to finish my next two. First up is a Lap Steel I built. I have no idea what … Continue reading Guitar Work
Fall is Here for Real
A cold front rolled into town, and the weather turned glorious. I was out walking the dogs last weekend, and it was downright chilly. The dogs love this weather. They aren't the only ones. Lot of days ahead, clear and sunny like this. I came back from this walk and put on jeans for the … Continue reading Fall is Here for Real
Remember?
Remember when plumbing fittings weren't made of badly plated chinesium? I"ve been in buildings and houses with original fittings 50+ years old. Nickel plated brass. Slightly worn, but still in good shape. I bought a '64 Cadillac hearse long ago. The bumpers polished up like new. When polished and waxed, the paint shined and looked … Continue reading Remember?
Gratuitous Dog Pic
It's been cooler in the morning lately. Aria spends all morning watching and chasing squirrels.
No Kings, My Ass
Saturday is the 'big' no kings protest, where the assorted fruits, nuts, berries, and professional malcontents will let their TDS all hang out, hooting and hollering nitwittery. Honestly, I forgot about this. It's not a thing around here. As a matter of fact, when I sized up the map, the closest one to me would … Continue reading No Kings, My Ass
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