why are we here?

@BstKidEva 🥰valid- excellent find.

I knew on the first run, the lift stand gonna be my pick, and the 2nd run thru confirmed it. However- I’m not going to sell the Artisan. I’m going to pack it up and store it. If Smalls ever ventures out it’s one hurdle to a DIY kitchen she won’t have to spend for. And Meat rolls

@BstKidEva Not glamorous at 18 but taking some peace changes our crossroads in the future. Everything should not be a rush. From 18Yo self and 18Yo daughter they /we don’t know. Got to venture down the crossroads sometimes

@curiousitycatty I was a seasonal one for 4 years on an island in Boston harbor. Gave me a lot of time to think.

As a college student I was about to go down legal path with a focus on environmental science and ecology focus. I’m glad I quit that shit.

@BstKidEva The irony is they also talked to me about forestry which at 18 when you were watching mtv sounded insane, my adult self would have been at peace in that world. “What’s a park ranger “ I said 😂

@curiousitycatty Yep. Higherselves must’ve been throwing a fit cuz I’m stubborn

@davebearpig1 @FenixAmmunition @SassySouthBlond Finding a good mechanic is the hardest part. I have a 2007 HHR that I drove off the lot with 7 miles on it- love it, still with us and my 18Yo daughter is driving it mileage is over 250k. Insurance and taxes cheap but avg 1300 in repairs a year worth it.? For now yes.

@FenixAmmunition @SassySouthBlond My daughter’s car was “free if you get it running”. 2008 Chevy HHR, spent about $3k in repairs. 40-45mpg on the highway.

Stop blaming Gen Z for $600-$700 car payments. Buying an $11k (with taxes and fees) used car is a trap. Banks charge insane interest rates on these cars because of the risk, and Gen Z doesn't have the cash for endless repairs and rentals when something breaks on them. Plus, you can't fix a POS car in an apartment parking lot without getting evicted or fined. Newer cars with lower rates are literally their only viable option. Newer cars means higher insurance as well. They can’t drive around these old cars with no safety net (no collision coverage). They aren’t experienced drivers. If their parents gave them a decent car when they started driving and it is still in great shape great. A lot of them didn’t and by the time they reach the age of moving out their cars are shot and they have to buy new ones and that has to be budgeted in. This is not a luxury buy. This is a necessity. By the time you average out repairs all the time on an older car plus the interest rate hike plus all the hassle an older car is going to bring to a young person, they are going to buy the newer car. Every single time. They can’t haul their kids around in an unreliable car breaking down in terrible areas all the time.

@SCMountainGoat You just described my musical upbringing perfectly. Thank you! I won’t fight you on Graceland it’s perfect but to pick a masterpiece in all the genres I know is impossible.

I grew up surrounded by music, and I developed sort of an eclectic taste. I was raised by a Dead Head, who bootleg recorded over 100 Dead shows. He loved everything from the Grateful Dead, to Miles Davis, to King Crimson, to Genesis, to Prince, to Yes, and all the guitar greats of his generation. Pat Matheny, Jeff Beck, Robert Fripp, Trey Anastasio, Jerry Garcia, Steve Kimock, Allan Holdsworth, and so many more. Music has always been a huge part of my life, and I was taught to appreciate it through a certain lens, one that I don’t really know how to describe. There’s lots of great albums out there, and everyone has their favorite, but for me, there’s one album that is simply perfect. Paul Simons Graceland album is a masterpiece. There isn’t a mediocre song in the entire album, and it flows like a captivating novel. It’s like a story that you never want to stop reading. You Can Call Me Al, Obvious Child, The Boy In the Bubble, Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes, Under African Skies. Every song is perfect. Every song is a masterpiece.

@2Finkle89738 Makes my heart happy I do too. She might be stylish after sunset. Very cool

Little girl in her grandpas truck followed along side the motorcycle for a while. She waved and asked us to rev the bike (we did) before we went separate roads at the stop light, I threw her my sunglasses to keep. I like to hope she remembers it on the back of a bike one day.

@BstKidEva Also 100% cotton pjs , literally washed quilting cotton three times and made sleepwear- Pillow cases too- some say silk pillowcases but made no difference for me. Night sweat suck. Keep a journal in the bathroom so while you’re awake, you can do something.

Dear Mother Nature, CC: geo engineers, Fuck off with them hot flashes. Nobody likes it. Even the frogs are mouthy. And I can make my own. So close.

@BstKidEva Yes you have another 350- 700 days but as crazy as it is, when you don’t even notice it ended- it is marvelous. I am making you a bouquet to cherish the moment. Gets better, promise. Tell mister egg farmer and smalls it gets better too

@BstKidEva Ok but an entire loaf of hot Sourdough with good butter I’m actually happy with that 😅

@curiousitycatty Listen. Unless it’s telling you to find a cinnamon role the size of a tire. 🤣

In the deep files of why I’m tetarded, I also wanted to make this butternut squash risotto with toasted pepitas. So I did. It’s an autumn inspired dish, but I feel it’s an ode to -abundance thus far.

@BstKidEva That explains a lot of my cravings

@curiousitycatty Definitely needed. Squash and seeds are both anti-parasite. Garlic onion and rosemary for the back up.

@BstKidEva I want some… when will x verse give us smell posts - reduce a bit of potion for simple syrup for teas n such ….

And there she is

@BstKidEva @bgood1117 Ok been in industry a long time we had a $63,000 workman’s comp from one of those and company vp said toss them all out… of course cook peeps took em home 🤦🏻‍♀️and got hurt- serious stuff. An oyster shucking glove might do your purpose and save your hands.

Im embarrassed to say this is the first time I attempted this bad boy. I’ve been missing out. Sorry @bgood1117 - I did us a dishonor!

@2Finkle89738 Don’t let it go to his head, he will start composing lyrics at two in the morning

Hello we are starting a band unlike any other band and no you can’t join

@SouthDallasFood Sorry I was Confused thought you wanted a salad with goat cheese- fave arugula, basil, cucumber and watermelon. Simple balsamic drizzle 😋

What is the goatiest salad? Wedge Salad Taco Salad Chef Salad Garden Salad * As always there is only one correct answer to this question

@BstKidEva Happy Mother’s Day to you and Ewes. 💕pardon the pun couldn’t resist- bet they feel great. Cheers to all the girls

Tis sheering day! The girls are delighted.

@Architectolder I like it… ideas are working for my own picket fence 🤔… some trailing type plants would be nice too. Damn now I’m thinking coco liners and mixing up…

Scrap from a leftover fence project. May have to adjust the size but it is an idea.

@BstKidEva Opossum is my spirit animal . Full of whimsy and vinegar

Haw dare you?

@Architectolder I’m sorry didn’t even dive in comments but that shade of emerald green is begging for a room in my house…. Not with that sofa though 😂

You asked for color, I deliver.