The older the fiddle, the sweeter the tune. -Irish Proverb
Author: Himself
Apple Watch – Wrap
Back here, I reviewed an apple watch, series 1. Now that I have some time on it. I can elucidate on how it performs over time. Like those car reports where they drive the thing for a few years to say how it's been. What it's been is largely a waste of money. Let's start … Continue reading Apple Watch – Wrap
Monday: Quote of the week
I say it often - yes there are inequities here, but simply by virtue of having your feet on this soil you are already 5 steps ahead of everyone else in the world. Don't spit on that blessing. — Kira (@RealKiraDavis)
OK, Dr. Stupid…
I did it again. I did it after swearing I'd never do it again. What did I do? I had a few beers and decided to give a thread on Facebook a poke with a stick, Thereby insuring an argument over silliness with people that are clueless. Classic Facebook stuff. My brother in law likes … Continue reading OK, Dr. Stupid…
Because it’s from Chiiiinaaa…
Couldn't resist the quote from Trump when asked why he called it the Chinese virus. It's Sunday night. As I write this, I'm three beers into it. It's been quite a weekend.I had a lot to do. Mostly finishing a bookcase I built for my wife's office. But it's been too cold for any sort … Continue reading Because it’s from Chiiiinaaa…
Monday: Quote of the Week
"Motorcycling is not,of itself,inherently dangerous.It is, however, extremely unforgiving of inattention,ignorance,incompetence,or stupidity."Anonymous Or old age. Motorcycling takes skill, fitness, and spatial awareness. You need to ride like everyone you see is trying to kill you. I've ridden for decades, but my reflexes are nowhere near where they need to be to ride any longer. I … Continue reading Monday: Quote of the Week
Monday: Quote of the Week
The modern man knows that there is only one time in his life that it is appropriate to kneel, and that is when he is asking God for forgiveness for what he is about to do to His enemies.Adam Piggott Adam Piggott. Read him.
Thanksgiving Cooking
My world famous Dirty Rice recipe. I tend to leave off things one should know, like put oil in the pan to saute meat, or with spices I do things to taste. You'll need: 2 cups cooked riceRice Dressing mix (The tub-o-guts kind), if not, use 1/2 lb chicken livers and gizzards chopped very fine.1 … Continue reading Thanksgiving Cooking
Wednesday Cooking: Red Beans & Rice
To do this dish justice, you really need Andouille and Tasso, although you could use smoked sausage and ham, or a ham bone or a Hamhock. I've done it that way as well. Lately I've been using a quick cooker - pressure cooker to cook the beans because you go from dry beans to cooked … Continue reading Wednesday Cooking: Red Beans & Rice
Monday: Quote of the Week
“When another blames you or hates you, or people voice similar criticisms, go to their souls, penetrate inside and see what sort of people they are. You will realize that there is no need to be racked with anxiety that they should hold any particular opinion about you.” Marcus Arelius