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After several tests, it seems Cora is improving. The biopsies have finally ruled out cancer, pointing instead to a very aggressive bacterium. After almost three weeks of antibiotics, she seems to be starting to be herself again.

Detroit pizza a bit further North in Michigan

Unholy carp!

I think I was being reminded of something I had previously been told. Repeatedly.

Viva Mexico!

Pardon My French by Eva Hummingbird (2026) https://open.qobuz.com/album/vecdu49h53cl8 Example: New to me - I really liked this series of vignettes by Eva, mostly violin based, but not strictly.

The amount of dog hair that must be in that condo is making my nose itch. Our second foraging expedition, which was meant to be a dog walk, was a bonanza. Including the One Spear to Rule Them All!

The boys have played four matches in just two days. The national championship is two weeks away, and they're starting to feel the pressure. PD: I've finally been able to try out the 70-200 f2.8L lens.

Ooh, haven't made jambalaya in quite some time. Thanks for the reminder,. I guess I have a Costco visit in my near future for shrimp, sausage and peppers.

I made a jambalaya that turned out well enough I didn’t get to take a picture of it.

Foraged some wild asparagus from across the street

Previously: Maybe we need a ceiling fan, so we may not need to run the A/C so much? Ok, Costco have a "Fandelier" Maybe that will work. OK. Some time later, after much installation. How About Now? No, not like that. Too UFO-y Do they have anything in white? "Yes Dear" : aka More Installation Later Acceptable. Blends in to the ceiling more. remote / App / Hey Google / Google Home automation for Light On/Off Brightness, Fan On/Off/Speed - it is quieter per more CFM. Color Temp as well. So a Win, Finally. Now to repeat for the other bedrooms, maybe.

This is a pretty cool take on a console system....could also go in Amp Porn but I like the wood on this one.

cooked my first brisket last night. 7 lb. GMG Pellet smoker 185 for 4 hrs, 225 for 4 hrs, then when it hit 205 internally went to "warm" mode. Smoke ring is kinda visible, flavor is REALLY good and super juicy and tender.

RIP David Hockney at 88. Saw a massive retrospective in Paris last year that was impressive and improved my opinion of his work significantly, as if that matters.

RIP expiremental photographer Duane Michals https://petapixel.com/2026/06/11/duane-michals-one-of-the-most-innovative-photographers-of-the-20th-century-dies-at-94/

The Russia/Ukraine war just passed a milestone of running for longer than WW1