The phone rings, and the call display mentions that this an unknown caller. I’m in a polite mood, so I waited to see whether I was now immensely rich (or famous). Rather, this was an invitation to complete a survey. I responded with the important fact that I was on the no call list… “Oh, sorry, I’ll add you back to it”. What?
posted in technology | Comments Off on A decided lack of visitors | 250 words
I’m unsure of the actual timeline, but I feel safe in using the catch phrase “What a difference a year makes”. At least, in terms of our effort to integrate into the community.
posted in food, technology | Comments Off on Hot food and talk | 251 words
For someone who favours a “cloak of invisibility”, I’ve had an outstanding social run this last while. Weekly breakfasts with a group, in a public place. Actual visits to other homes, and public performance with a musical instrument, however spontaneous. Much more of this activity and my own children won’t recognize me (although that could also be due to my reluctance to go up where they live.
posted in food, politics | Comments Off on A new way to vote, for me | 280 words
I wish I’d been more attentive to detail, back when learning to play piano was an actual academic requirement. I had a rather lackadaisical approach to the discipline, coupled with a (false) belief that I could cram and pass the practical exams. Alas.
posted in music | Comments Off on Attention to detail | 277 words
Think I’ll hit the pause control, for a bit. When a project is showing no progress, maybe a new strategy is needed.
posted in technology | Comments Off on Hit the pause control | 266 words
A first world problem: my postal delivery is late. According to the online tracker, the parcel left the neighbourhood sort centre shortly after lunch, but as of my latest trip, still no joy.
posted in environment | Comments Off on Distractions | 255 words
Pardon me for feeling a bit bemused. Turns out that (if and when) a certain drug prohibition is lifted in Canada, one of the largest pharmacy chains will be ready, willing and able. Shoppers has applied to provide. That should keep the small time entrepreneurs in check.
posted in media | Comments Off on Bits and bites (bytes?) | 254 words
As a parent, I realize that I have a duty to tell things to my children. And I have. Turns out that there are things I should not pass along.
posted in economy | Comments Off on Never get out alive | 268 words
How I miss my youthful vision! I’m speaking in the mechanical, rather than the philosophical mode. That puzzle that I purchased at a really good price last afternoon (I didn’t realize how good a price, until I received back a lot more change than expected); it couldn’t be left to gather dust.
posted in health, politics | Comments Off on Am I too old to puzzle? | 277 words
After a visit to my bicycle dealer, I’ve decided against the “spare wheel” solution. This isn’t the right time of the year for used parts. However, a side visit to the bookstore means that I can look forward to solving a jigsaw puzzle. There’s a logical link here, given that the puzzle is a collage of old bicycle posters.
posted in media, technology | Comments Off on No spare wheel just yet | 252 words
