So this is why no one was sitting at this spot!

It’s wild to me. Often I hear that soccer has no place in the US, yet here at Big Grove, all the TVs are on the game, and everyone is paying attention.

Waiting for my hair to dry before going to bed.

What I have to look forward to when I get home.

Sadly, we’re still in mandatory shower season.

I go out into the world, I touch grass. What is puzzling and frightening to me is how do I make friends after saying “hello.”

Norma Jean update.

Honored that Norma Jean takes comfort with me during the fireworks.

Found in my neighborhood on the 4th of July, 2026.

Gotcha. In the meantime for pictures for the rest of the week, I’ll just post Norma Jean.

Norma Jean update:

In that case, I propose a toast: to the end of Mandatory Shower season. May we soon step outside and not suffer.

Do we still think those water breaks are silly?

The fun part about autocross is the sheer variety of cars you see for competition.

For my money, an ID Buzz is a remarkable deal because it’s significantly cheaper than a Cybertruck.

Shrimp acquired.

Proof that I made it off the train and back home.

Second, when I got back, Norma Jean has been more willing to lie next to me when I’m sleeping.

Well, two things: Bruce has been off exploring western America along the California Zephyr route.

Tarps Off has come to minor league baseball.

Back at my favorite (cheapest) seat at the ballpark.

What if we just electrified the entire route of the California Zephyr? I’m sure these trees would appreciate not choking on the diesel fumes that come pouring out.

Now I’m complaining. Eleven hours late to my station and counting. Guess there is not transportation that’s storm-proof.

Train was delayed for ten hours from the debris from the storm, still haven’t made it to my station yet, but I’m still God and BNSF’s problem.

I wonder if every long distance Amtrak has to carry a forgiveness package in the likely event of a delay. (I’m not complaining. Free food!)

I was hoping this light bag would be more comfortable to wear compared to the ones with the spaghetti straps. Alas, this one can’t carry much for long periods of time either. Maybe I should invest in a collapsable backpack.

Delicious, delicious sugar.

Well, Cubs come thru again, only this time I was able to see it with my own eyes.

I think there’s more Cubs fans than Rockies fans at Coors Field tonight.

Found one of @ohoat.bsky.social stickers out in the wild.