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May 19, 2022
Joining search and rescue part three: old trucks (and old shoulders)
Following my shoulder surgery in December, and subsequent physical therapy, I’m preparing to return to search and rescue by equipping my old truck.
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Apr 27, 2022
Here we go again
Five years ago I explained why I was leaving Facebook. This time, with the last remaining social media account I had, I’m tired of explaining.
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Mar 28, 2022
Favorite gear: Swiss Army rucksacks
I’ve owned the iconic ‘salt and pepper’ Swiss rucksack for over 20 years, but just recently learned the reason for its legendary canvas weave.
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Feb 19, 2022
The 10 best books I read in 2021
It was another pandemic year, and I was sidelined with a surgery for the latter months, so I had plenty of time to read in 2021. I read more fiction this year than any year before, and my list of favorites reflects that.
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Oct 30, 2021
Joining search and rescue part two: gear
I’ve been onboarding to a search and rescue team over the past few months. We’re required to have 55 specific pieces of gear. Here’s what I chose for required gear.