fireflies

I had a really philosophical post planned…about fireflies…and, then, when I went looking for a picture to throw at the top of all the writing, I found this. My oldest daughter used to listen to this “band”. I don’t think … Continue reading →

Jealous of the Funhogs…

We see them coming down our road and call them “funhogs”. All those guys…and, sometimes, gals…with their bikes and kayaks and other toys…cruising down the road in their funmobiles….. I guess that I’m jealous. Here’s the thing, though…I really don’t … Continue reading →

disperse

If I had a garage….and, if I made a mistake and drove my car into it, left the engine running and closed the garage door, I wouldn’t last very long. That’s a disturbing truth. The air wouldn’t be fit to … Continue reading →

Anders Osborne….”Higher Ground”

When it all starts to unwind….falling apart at all the seams and breaking up…it’s good to have some spiritual substance to come down to. Anders Osborne…Higher Ground. Good, good, good. … Continue reading →

Nice Cob House Built By Professional Snowboarder

Here’s a nice cob house built by a professional snowboarder from Canada. It’s another great video from Exploring Alternatives. Here’s their description (I’m tired…lazy…after a day of mail delivery) : This is a full tour of a cozy cob micro … Continue reading →

Back to the Tent…

Here’s the follow-up to a video I used a while back….about a young New Mexico couple and their children who live in a tent. It’s better than I made it sound. Honest. These guys have made a nice “non-traditional” home….and … Continue reading →

Emergency!! Emergency!! Everyone to Get from Street!!

I pulled off the highway the other night when I saw a guy next to his car….hood up…trying to wave down some assistance. It’s hard to stop and pull over when you’re going 65…but after I got to the side of … Continue reading →