Life is a Simulation
At least, if you’re obsessed with scale modeling as a hobby. A couple of years ago, I read an article about a man so obsessed with trains that he created a full-size commuter rail car in his basement. No joke. … Continued
A Little Wargaming
I’ve always loved the idea of wargaming. The problem is, the models are expensive, take a lot of time to paint, and then take up a lot of room after painting and between simulated skirmishes. In fact, I’ve tried several … Continued
Sea Shanty Revival
I know I’m a little late to this trend, but all these modern folk songs are fun, so I’m sharing it anyway. A couple of weeks ago, I shared with you the unusual juxtaposition of modern songs done in a … Continued
Horror in the Backrooms
There’s something terrifying about musty, forgotten, anonymous backrooms. As someone who’s done a little bit of urban exploration with my camera, I can tell you, there are few things more unsettling than a building full of empty, discarded rooms left … Continued
Dining Table Photography
Improving your photography on the dining table. What? Did you think I meant taking photos of your dining table? Well, I suppose that’s as valid a subject as any for photography, but what I’m actually sharing with you this week … Continued
Upgraded Resolutions!
Updated random resolutions! I haven’t made formal New Year’s Resolutions in a long, long time because, honestly, if I’m relying on making myself a promise on a certain day to follow through, it’s not likely to actually happen. At least … Continued
New Age Nonsense
Not that ALL new age thinking is goopy nonsense. I’ve read a LOT of new age philosophy and pseudo-religious texts in my endless search for deeper meaning in life. I’ve read everything from the Kybalion to The Lazy Man’s Guide … Continued
D&D Renaissance and Questing Beast
After 2020 so far, I feel like we all want to retreat to a fantasy world. I’m writing this before Election Day, and, I’m sure, well before we know the outcome of the election itself. I hope that it’s a … Continued
Getting Away From It All
My favorite daydream is more than a vacation. I’ve mentioned this before on my blog, but when things get really bad, I’ve had the same recurring fantasy; sell everything, buy a tricked out motorhome-tiny-house and run away. Now, I know … Continued