Author: Kent
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Lines for Days
Posted in: Lost & FoundCame across this Chrysler 300 in the parking lot of the local hardware store. What struck me first was the amount of chrome, then the deep reflection of the paint, then the size. The thing took up a full parking space and stuck out a bit. The very definition of a ‘boat’. Also, check the…
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Where the Trees Used to Be
Went for a ride in my ‘backyard’ the other day. Still conflicted about seeing trees bulldozed to build houses. I realize my hypocrisy of course – they bulldozed trees to build my house, but I wasn’t here for it. It’s less expensive and easier to go in and mow everything down and build, it will…
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Cartoon Creatures
Took a ride with Titus out the Lincoln Trail and Post Road to our Fredericton Junction coffee spot. We voiced cartoon voices along the way for all the animals we encountered (because Saturday Morning Cartoons, right?) which consisted of bald eagles, a heron, squirrels, ducks, turkey vultures, sheep, a goat, and various dogs. You know…
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Garden 2020 Update
Posted in: The Fack RanchI was wrong when I thought we weren’t gonna get any blackberries. Also, first potatoes. They were delicious.
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The Message in the Medium
Just finished reading The Medium and the Message by Marshall McLuhan. A few sections struck me in particular: Moderator: What do you suggest as alternatives that we offer instead of the search for identity through violence? McLuhan: Dialogue. The alternative to violence is dialogue, which is a kind of encounter interface with others, people and…
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Blues Explosion, Man!
Got out with Titus for a long gravel stint. I think too much sitting and mashing on the Karate Monkey – my knees didn’t much like it. Was nice to go straight into the pool post-ride.