Zip Codes

Currently the U.S. has more than 43,000 Zip Codes. It’d be close to say I’ve lived in about 25 of them. My personal record is living in four zip codes in one city/general area. I’ve done that a few times, three I believe. It’s become tough to recall how many different addresses it took to … Read moreZip Codes

Limits Suck

Over the last several, as many as 25?, years I’ve used various athletics to break into new communities. Softball, volleyball, beach volleyball!, biking, running. Great memories of 48 hour sand volleyball tournaments and softball road trips. Even a couple city league ball trophies! These large team sports helped me crack into group circles—probably because they usually … Read moreLimits Suck

Don’t Replace; Repair!

Recently I wrote about rescuing my wallet from the Maytag/Whirlpool Repair Person. Living in a non-new house means a steady stream of –diy– opportunities! My personal tolerance for imperfections,   creaks, cracks, marginal operation is high. Many would say embarrassingly high. If it works-ish generally I’m satisfied.  I’m certain it grew from a couple thing: … Read moreDon’t Replace; Repair!

My Loose Nut

Consider yourself fortunate if you have absolutely no idea what this is:  Note – Belt Properly Reinstalled If you do, I can now say I feel your pain. After a few laundry cycles that seemed to take 2-3-4x normal drying time I (finally) started getting a little worried. Call it a deficiency of being a … Read moreMy Loose Nut