What does a frugal noodle kugel have to do with Mark Zuckerberg? It all started like this: I woke up this morning thinking, “What’s for breakfast?” The idea of a noodle kugel came to mind. My intention was to get rid of the leftover egg noodles from the previous night’s meal. I had […]
The mountain men were a lonely breed. But when they had fun, they really had fun. After Lewis and Clark’s 1804-1806 exploration of the West, fur trading posts opened up all around this harsh land and attracted men who weren’t afraid to brave the isolation and danger of the wilderness. These mountain men had some of […]
The holidays are upon us and with it comes the joy of snow rolls. No, you silly oaf, I am not talking about anything gooey, sweet, or made with bread. I wouldn’t eat anything like that. I am a cat. I am talking about winter sports for felines. Let me tell you how you can […]
Nothing eventful has happened on this once-in-a-lifetime day of 12 – 12 – 12. -As Expected Snow has been flying all day at our Lil’ Cabin in the Snowy Woods. That’s predictable at this time of year, but I must tell you it had been raining almost everyday just a week ago. I can’t stand […]
Untangling a chain saw chain can be challenging and frustrating if you don’t know what you’re doing. After bucking wood to create woodpile envy, the saw chain was dull and needed to be changed. It was my daughters’ and my first time ever having to do that. The dis-assembly went smoothly until it became time to put […]
Since moving to a home that is heated by wood, I’ve had to greatly improve my wood splitting technique. (I had no technique, now I have a little. I’m no expert, but these methods have worked for me.) Tips for successful wood splitting: -Look for a log that has a natural split […]
Gazing out of windows can be purrty fun and help pass the time if you get bored. You never know what you will see and if you pay close attention you will surely see something interesting; the seasons change right before your slanty eyes, the wind howls and trees sway, and snow flies in swirly […]
Charles Conrad only lived in the beautifully appointed Conrad Mansion for the final seven years of his life. Anyone associated with the Conrads or who descended from the family will attest that those seven years were the most joyous years in the Mansion. One aspect of that brief, happy time was the annual […]
Two nights ago, while getting logs from the woodpile, a scent was noticed in the air. It was reminiscent of a combination of wet dog, dung, and dirt. We determined that the smell had come either from a creature lurking in the forest below or one who had just passed through the side yard. […]
It is my father’s 85th birthday and the eve of Thanksgiving; I think it fitting to tell the following tale: Once upon a time, my family and I had a turkey. She was given to us by my dad who is a country boy and believes that everyone, especially children, should have pets. Turkey […]
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