Lately, I’ve seen a lot of discussion on various local social media about folks who are having issues with critters tearing up their lawns and/or living where they shouldn’t be living (e.g. skunks declaring a homestead under a back yard deck). These discussions often contain a lot of good advice, as well as some that’s… Continue reading Five Tips for Amateur Trappers in the Texas Hill Country
Glenn Miller & Liner Notes, Pt. II
Alert Gazette readers will recall the Gazette’s staff’s unnatural fixation on vinyl albums featuring the music of Glenn Miller, and album notes related thereto. For those who were hoping this was a passing fancy, we regret to inform you that there’s (at least) one more episode. I have previously mentioned that I’m digitizing LPs from… Continue reading Glenn Miller & Liner Notes, Pt. II
Digitizing My Life: Five Vinyl Album Takeaways
The first rule of digitizing vinyl albums is that you always talk about digitizing vinyl albums. Sorry; I don’t make the rules.
A Modest Tribute to Glenn Miller…And Album Liner Notes
One of the things we lost in the transition from vinyl to digital music is liner notes. Many won’t be missed, but some are worth saving.
Breaking the Bank for Fun and No Profit
So, it wasn’t Al Capone’s vault, but the outcome was about the same.
Adventures in Light Bulb Changing
High ceilings are said to be a desirable architectural feature…until it’s time to replace a burned-out light bulb.
Vinyl Ripping (Bonus: Remember the Southwest Conference?)
1996 marked the end of the Southwest Conference, but the music lives on…somewhere.
“Bird Box” and Me: A Cautionary Tale
Wherein we once again learn the power of movies to influence people to do dumb things.
Long Range Planning for Dessert
Someone once said that plans are worthless but planning is essential. Does that apply to pecan pie? Read on.
Phoning It in at the End of the Year
Once again, I find myself at year end torn between posting something deep and insightful, and not. Guess which one won out.