Had a 5.1 earthquake this afternoon.

tinkercreek comments on Aug 9, 2020:

Wow, that is significant, hope you and yours are well. Off to look for news reports -

For your consideration... [youtu.be]

tinkercreek comments on Aug 7, 2020:

That is awesome, and it may have well been the conversation, for as much nonsense there was!

This may be a bit basic for most people here, but it is rare to hear sound good advice about the ...

tinkercreek comments on Aug 7, 2020:

Objection! I have a 1'x3' planter for growing salad lettuce. I purchased 2 6-paks and planted into organic soil mix in the planter, forming a nice quick-growing blanket of leaf lettuce. I snip 1/2 the lot at a time, refrigerate in a ziplock bag, gives me about 3 dinner salads. Then the next 1/2 has fully regrown, ready to snip, a wonderful system for not buying salad greens all summer!

My goofy girls.

tinkercreek comments on Aug 6, 2020:

Pretty birds!

Hulk with trump

tinkercreek comments on Aug 6, 2020:

Satisfying to watch!

I can't believe this silly Neomarica caerulea AKA Walking Iris is still blooming.

tinkercreek comments on Aug 6, 2020:

Great color, and intricate blossoms!

This is Mr. Hershey Brown... my best buddy.

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Now that's a cute pup! Looks like he's telling you which kind of treat he wants ;-)

I want to make Paella. Anyone tried making this?

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Oh, that is a thing of beauty - go for it!

Ive mentioned for awhile that I'd like to construct a bathouse for our garden.

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Excellent, and thanks for taking care of the bats!

Almost right! I finally had all the ingredients for the interesting looking cannellini beans and ...

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

That was close! I could see myself making the same silly mistake 🤦‍♀️

When things aren't really meant to be, do you prefer a solid, "Don't ever talk to me again" or is it...

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

I agree, though I have sometimes found online contacts to be a bit concerning in terms of their mental health. Even if I haven't shared personal information (and know it can be found), I have sometimes opted for a "oh, sorry, just got busy/ill/met someone else" to play dumb and not offend or endanger myself. And yes, I've been there, too.

Just went out the other day and took some photos of cottage gardens.

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Beautiful! Makes me wish I could face my home in stone to get a similar effect.

Critic, or admirer ? [youtube.com]

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Accompanying Vocalist!!

I like eating food for dinners that many consider a party snack, spinach dip in a nice fresh loaf of...

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Yumm to it all, and LaBrea breads are the best! Did you know that they even take care to not use commercial/chemical leavening agents, opting for healthier choices?

Pruning some downed cherry limbs and removing one ornamental crab apple tree after a pretty good ...

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Lovely color and woodgrain! You are bound to have fun making beautiful items.

I bought a house yesterday! I’ll be farther from friends than I expected to be — a 40-minute ...

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Congratulations, this is exciting news! Sounds as though you decided against heading west? It IS wonderful to have/sleep windows open, a luxury I enjoy even so close to the city. I can visualize the details you list, and wish you many joyous blessings in your lovely new home!

What do you think

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Boys, boys, boys.

Hi all.

tinkercreek comments on Aug 5, 2020:

Congratulations, Kaitlyn and Frankie, and Welcome to Michael!! So glad you're both home now and Jillian is getting to know her new brother, such a precious time for you all.

Sounds like fun

tinkercreek comments on Aug 3, 2020:

I'm in, with full body armor underneath!

My second bloom on my lotus, my moon flower (dartura) and my passion fruit is ripe

tinkercreek comments on Aug 3, 2020:

Beautiful garden results!

Cover crop planted in 2 old strawberry beds.

tinkercreek comments on Aug 3, 2020:

I need to do that, too! You've inspired me, so thank you.

Kaitlyn's water just broke.. Taking her to the hospital.. Signed Frankie.

tinkercreek comments on Aug 3, 2020:

Good thoughts to all, and a brief rest for Kaitlyn!

TED Talk: Katrina Spade - "When I Die, Recompose Me" Obviously, I'm not into the religious aspect...

tinkercreek comments on Aug 1, 2020:

Finally, we seem to be on our way to a solution better than cremation! In my early 30's, I worked as office assistant for the Oregon Funeral Directors Association (state membership office, not a mortuary), quickly learning how that industry rakes in large sums of money for services requiring a very few hours of time and effort, and overpriced goods. I processed prepaid contracts, typically made for being seen as the only option, and grieving family members often added their own funds to complete a "respectable funeral service". Funeral Directors were very nice folks, often holding successful businesses passed down through wealthy generations like a well-kept secret, so who wouldn't be happy? I would bet the mortuary business will want to block this idea, but it sounds like those grad students are doing a great job of minding every detail and with luck, we will have the option!

Lockdown fever or just lovelorn madness?

tinkercreek comments on Aug 1, 2020:

High prices are due for very bad choices.

More of a lavender or pink than a red, but not a blue, but still pretty.

tinkercreek comments on Aug 1, 2020:

Sorry you didn't get your blue, but it is pretty, nearly fuschia!

Those who've aged gracefully -

tinkercreek comments on Aug 1, 2020:

Made my day, thank you!

Orchid Rock Rose! A couple months ago, @MarkWD responded to a photo of a Rock Rose (a Texas native) ...

tinkercreek comments on Aug 1, 2020:

Love that blossom!

Honest Government Ad | A message from the White House - YouTube

tinkercreek comments on Jul 31, 2020:

They didn't miss a thing - let's hope.

I have been looking for a blue lotus for years to replace one I lost, it looks like I failed again, ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 31, 2020:

The photo appears as a lavender bloom - still a chance?

Hello again.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 31, 2020:

Welcome back, and I hope things are better for you now.

The drump admin reminds me more & more of cockroaches, in that when you shine a light on them they ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 31, 2020:

State Police arrived in Portland last evening as the feds left, and the protests continued on a much better level. The small destructive group was dealt with more effectively by peaceful protesters. https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/protests/oregon-state-police-to-step-in-for-federal-officers-at-portland-protests/283-19c8fc98-5be1-479e-a9f3-07eb76000450

Borrowed from fbuk

tinkercreek comments on Jul 31, 2020:

Cute joke! Look what I found in New Zealand:

Today's hike: climbing an extremely steep ridge on elk trails.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 29, 2020:

Such a sweet lily! Thanks for sharing another great adventure hike, and I'm glad you made it back down safely.

My five year old grandson took Suzuki violin, and his first recital was held in a protestant church.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 28, 2020:

Perfect, I love it!!

Well, I'm probably losing what little love I've found in the past couple of years.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 28, 2020:

Oh, my dear, I am so sorry. I have been a "convenient placeholder", myself, and know how that hurts.

From the Elephant Journal: dating tips for men in their 40s and 50s [elephantjournal.com]

tinkercreek comments on Jul 28, 2020:

This article is spot on! I'm still not sure why it's accompanied by this photo. Eyes always hidden by sunglasses, always scowling in photos , careless dressing and poor grooming, vehicles, exposed body parts, dead fish and animals - those are not just useless but most often disgusting. I have sometimes wondered if a buddy says "Older women are desperate, so just find a picture with you in it and say you're a romantic, it'll work".

Yet another guy on Match checked out when I brought up core values. Too much, too soon?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 27, 2020:

With the unprecedented issues of our current situation, who could proceed with thoughts of a relationship unless values are discussed up front?

The rioting in major cities across the U.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 27, 2020:

This is great, I love it!

Back in NYC.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 27, 2020:

Wow, I saw that the nightly low temps in NYC have stayed in the 80's, how miserable! We are breaking records here with 100', 101' today, but at least the nights go down to 60'. Glad you had a nice trip!

What are your feelings about cologne.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 27, 2020:

I have never been fond of strong or sweet fragrances, but enjoyed more woods/spice/floral scents. After working decades in a scent-free setting I am so sensitive to artificial fragrance and those awful cotton-candy-sweet lines that I tag myself as 'allergic'. Most men's fragrances, used sparingly, are much nicer. When I feel like using scent these days, it's usually Paloma Picasso.

Who's doing BBQ? - 16 hour mesquite smoked brisket with 50/50 Salt and Pepper rub.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 27, 2020:

Though I rarely eat meat, THAT is a thing of beautiful perfection and must taste luscious!

Trolling some people think that trolling is disagreeing during a debate this is not trolling it is ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 27, 2020:

Excellent, thank you. I have rarely exhibited the skill in person to remove myself from unnecessary and/or hostile conversation, and am finding that doing so online is good practice. Excuse me now, for there is someone I need to block and/or report 🤷‍♀️.

The story of biscuits

tinkercreek comments on Jul 27, 2020:

Now I've been enlightened!

Never thought I would be posting this during Covid 19 but I had a date today.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 26, 2020:

Sounds like a win in any case, and I'm happy for you - enjoy!

Fossil trees - [nationalgeographic.com]

tinkercreek comments on Jul 26, 2020:

Interesting article and attachments, thanks!

My 63-year-old sister died Friday morning of cancer, and I spent the day making calls to friends and...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 26, 2020:

So sorry for your loss, and your dear sister is clearly gone far too soon. What a beautiful pic of the two of you, just bursting with joy! Is the photo-bomber one of her sons? Such a lovely thing for you all to be able to see her peonies carry on, peace to you all ❤.

Kitty drama

tinkercreek comments on Jul 25, 2020:

That's great!

Here's a little fun for you?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 24, 2020:

I think those are all traits of the one same type of person.

Dr. Evil: "How bout neooo" [curious.com] What's shakin - bacon?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 24, 2020:

From someone who eats more vegetable-based than meat, I like the idea of meat alternatives (palatability aside), but can't stop wondering about possible long-term health implications from consuming lab-grown meat, possible contaminations, etc. There are several articles of research available online, and I am excited by things like "A 2011 study found that clean meat produces 78 to 96 percent lower greenhouse gas emissions, uses 99 percent less land and between 82 and 92 percent less water. Research at the Good Food Institute has concluded that a cell culture the size of one chicken egg can produce a million times more meat than a chicken barn stacked with 20,000 chickens". For those who really want meat-like foods, that is a huge win for all of us!

Have to TRY to make the social isolation cool.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 24, 2020:

Works for me, and is actually more accurate!

Yet another good use for them!

tinkercreek comments on Jul 23, 2020:

That is funny!

Woohoo! Road trip to Ferndale tomorrow.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 23, 2020:

Sounds great, and getting Jillian started in the water should be fun. Hope you all have a wonderful time!

My largest bromeliad, an Alcantarea imperialis 'Rubra' from Brazil, started pushing up a bloom spike...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 23, 2020:

What fun to see that progressing!

An interesting spin... God is an atheist

tinkercreek comments on Jul 23, 2020:

Great argument, if only there were actually a god.

Looking out my front door on a cloudy day in Wasilla Alaska.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 23, 2020:

So lovely! Do you have to mow all that turf very often there?

Colour everywhere in the garden now, with a super wealth of peacock butterflies, on Buddleja and ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 23, 2020:

Thank you for sharing, and those butterflies are amazing!

rumble thunderstorm! Woohoo.. In NYC

tinkercreek comments on Jul 23, 2020:

Geez, you easterners get all the fun weather! 😜

When your not actually talking to a human anymore.😏

tinkercreek comments on Jul 23, 2020:

Love this - and, stolen!

My garden is not great, it is a big improvement over last year.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 22, 2020:

That is impressive, and looking so healthy! Have you thought of joining the Gardeners' group?

I set the goslings free with the geese and the gander.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 22, 2020:

Sounds like it was a fun coming-out party.

This is a time and a place quite new to me, never even heard of it, a wonderful reminder of how rich...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 22, 2020:

Great info, and I was also prompted to look up the BCE designation. In case I'm not the only one unaware of this, it is Before Common Era and replaces the religious label of Before Christ, and has been used for centuries!

Let's get real about online dating.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 21, 2020:

I have several long-term platonic friends that I've met via online dating, which has been a very nice thing. I have also had 2 relationships of 6 and 7 yrs, one a marriage and one shared residence. As employed adults who don't hang out in bars or big social groups, it was a good way of meeting. One thing I don't see anyone else bringing forward is the number of men in their 50's-80's on the unpaid sites, who set search parameters several decades below their age. I had returned to the search at age 53 and was baffled by the lack of responses so, back when POF allowed it, I re-set my age to 48 - bingo! The hits came flooding in to the same profile and pics, though men seemed unconcerned when I told my real age. WTF? Paying for a dating site is something I will no longer do, but I did jump back in out of boredom and search by eliminating any xtian affiliations. Perhaps that puts me in a somewhat 'insincere' category, but it's good entertainment and I have connected with someone locally who will likely be a friend!

Lots of things

tinkercreek comments on Jul 21, 2020:

Intelligent thought

In line with yesterday’s post by @Austin-Cambridge here is an article about the sorry state that ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 21, 2020:

Thanks, I've just been hearing of this, rather concerning news as I prepare to sign up just 7 mos out from eligibility. Fine mess we have ahead of us. 😒

Today I made the kids fondue swiss cheese alcohol free of course.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 21, 2020:

Yum plus fun, that's a winner!

I was raised Catholic.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 21, 2020:

Step right in, folks, and give your money to US!

My roses are still doing well in this obnoxious heat & humidity.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 20, 2020:

We are just entering our heat season here, so I'm watering a bit each day. The Bear's Breeches (acanthus mollis) are very happy, and Chelsea's favorite spot now is among the lavendar, sage and rosemary!

My 2nd tomato of the year has been attacked. I'm hoping Diatanamous Earth will save the next ones.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 20, 2020:

Have you identified the suspect?

3 of my five girls. Izzy (Yorkie,12?), Eddie (Terrier, 2.5) and Maggie (BC, 4 months).

tinkercreek comments on Jul 20, 2020:

That's a REALLY cute troupe!

This very sweet, little fellow belonged to my neighbor a couple of years ago.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 19, 2020:

What a wonderful result for you both! If only more people knew how many benefits there are to neutering cats, and this dear one easily realized a better way to live. I see his little 'happy paw' curled there, how sweet 💕

So relatable 😂😂

tinkercreek comments on Jul 19, 2020:

Life as we all know it, these days!

Why are you obese?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 19, 2020:

Excellent plan! This may be one of the back-sided gains of Covid, as images of so many obese victims has been obvious.

1st attempt at naan bread.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 19, 2020:

Indian food is wonderful, looks like a great meal!

I'm a little uncertain about which wine will go best with tonight's supper. Red or White?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 18, 2020:

Please translate "toast soldiers" - strips?

Mistaken Identity!

tinkercreek comments on Jul 18, 2020:

At least he has a more appropriate appearance, and is certainly more worthy of praise as a living person with respectable values!

Petunia's father, Roy, died Saturday morning at 1:30 a.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 18, 2020:

Sorry for your and Petunia's loss, you spent a long time giving him so much help and comfort.

Saddleback Caterpillar - YouTube

tinkercreek comments on Jul 18, 2020:

Nightmare bugs!

Potatoes make a beautiful flowers but doesn't help with their production.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 18, 2020:

Those are great, and I saw and learned something new!

CRUMPETS - the flour variety?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 17, 2020:

"Strong flour" and "plain flour" are both terms I've never heard. Is there an American translation?

My mom is heading back to California tomorrow with my brother via an 11 hour or so drive.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 17, 2020:

What a great dinner - and I'll bet she's so proud of you!

I guess its now coming to the peak season for cottage gardens with us now, so I went out today and ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 15, 2020:

Lovely, all of it!

While I was at the Mendocino Coast Bot Garden I checked out their dahlias as they have some nice ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 15, 2020:

Have you ever been to Swan Island Dahlias farm in Oregon? It's a floral overload!

We are getting a wicked storm right now.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 15, 2020:

Rain? Hail? Sorry, clouds just look normal to me.

Community Garden Several years ago a couple of us built a large High Tunnel Hoop House ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 14, 2020:

Beautiful gardens, and such an amazing greenhouse!

I have started to look into this subject it was definitely not covered in sex ed.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 14, 2020:

So much wisdom on healthy aging has been lost with western medicine, this is great news for men! I hope you've also checked out some basic herbal supplements, most saw palmetto-based.

I had a pretty good day today.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 14, 2020:

Wow, what a day, with a series of adventures. Glad you circled back home well enough.

Climbed Mission Peak today. You have to be like a mountain goat.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 14, 2020:

I think the goat analogy is your star of skill and success! So glad you finally made it, on a beautiful day, and back down safely - congrats!

Another surprise flower.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 14, 2020:

How beautiful! I picked up some cacti this year, and two of them look a little preggers - can't wait!

My gardening consists of removing & preventing invasive species on my properties.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 14, 2020:

This sounds amazing - Yes, pictures, please!!!

Hi all, how do you like our new group photo?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 14, 2020:

Great photo, just hope no one is intimidated by it 😉. Thanks for taking this on, and please know you are appreciated!

I was pretty bummed out Sunday.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 14, 2020:

Ouch, sorry about your injuries, and wishing you speedy healing! Looks like a lovely place, and now on my list for a coastal drive. Thanks for sharing 👍.

There are concerts happening , but........they're not really for us......

tinkercreek comments on Jul 13, 2020:

And yes, I was singing it!

Hi all.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 13, 2020:

You're making great choices, some good memories, and being such a good momma! I'm glad to hear things are going well, and hope you're feeling good, too.

Article: "British Writer Pens The Best Description Of Trump I’ve Read" [londondaily.com]

tinkercreek comments on Jul 13, 2020:

Excellent, and these observations are not confined to the Brits. He is the laughingstock of the world, with his foibles visible in full transparency. Secondarily, the world no longer trusts those of us trapped under this administration.

Studying behavior on an autodidact skill level is something I have been doing most of my life and ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 13, 2020:

I can't argue that, and perhaps just because women tend to have more at stake due to their level of emotional investment in a relationship. As years go by, there are also familial, residential and financial losses in the mix.

I think we all get the occasional weird looking veggies in our gardens but I say this lemon online ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 13, 2020:

OK, this is a normal Buddha's hand, and I'm calling the bluff:

Here’s a photo of me holding a chalice during the worship service I delivered via Zoom to the UUs ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 13, 2020:

Nice to be doing what you love, and it shows!

hi all, let's welcome @Unpretentious and @DeafGypsy to the group! Looking forward to your ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 13, 2020:

Thanks for joining us!

thoughts for today

tinkercreek comments on Jul 13, 2020:

Amazing how that has happened, and I never thought it would.

Life is odd.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 12, 2020:

Dammit Janet. You took a chance, and did what you saw as true.