Isaac @idropyou@qoto.org

Our equipment recycler that my employer contracts with sells the "old" and "end of life" machines from us (and other companies) for decent prices. Was in need of a new portable; so I snagged this Lenovo T480s that doesn't even look used (not a scratch) for just over $200. i5-8350U, 16GB, 512GB nvme, touchscreen (1920x1080). Such a nice system.

Wiped the Win10 install and put Mint on it and away we go. Why buy new?

I never have been able to capture a tufted titmouse with the camera until today. See them occasionally; stealthy enough that it's always a treat to see them. #birds #birding

Chainsaw milling some ash for future sugar shack floor. So pretty.

Rosie watching some local mallards. #catsofmastodon

Good morning!

JFC it's February in Wisconsin.

I'm sorry, but....fuck this shit.

Trying to make maple syrup here, not a microbe experiment.

Relatively early start, but the weather has been perfect. First boil of the #maplesyrup season here.

I think we're getting closer to tapping the maples here in SE Wisconsin. Did not chase the late Jan to early Feb warmth (with few good freezes) and hope it pays off. #maplesyrup

Anyone remember the rocket in Super Mario Bros 2?

Decided to design and print it. 3" diameter and barely fits a 24x95mm motor. Rear-eject.

#rocketry #modelrockets

Is a significant portion of the audience really into that? #superbowl

#silentsunday

Yay!

Last summer this 5" diameter Doorknob rocket suffered an unfortunate lawn dart incident from a long ways up on an I245G flight. Took me a while, but it's back in flying shape once again. #rocketry #highpowerrocketry

Here's a sample of 'merica coral. Resembles brain coral, but is really just an ass.

#travel #coral #belize

Happy coral. #travel #snorkeling #belize

This may be the best portrait I've ever taken, and it's an iguana. Sun was still low and he was soaking it up.

Shot at the sanctuary in San Pedro, Belize. We spent the last week of 2023 in that wonderful country. Will sprinkle photos here and there.

#photography #travel

Rocket flying motor usage summary for 2023. Pretty good year. Minimal flight damage on the birds, except for the huge lawndart with a 5" diameter rocket on an I motor....which is nearly rebuilt.
#rocketry

Woken up at 4am by a water alarm in the basement. Heating element on the water heater decided to blow itself up inside and let water through the connection. Didn't even trip the breaker!

My cat Violet exfiltrated a cranberry cookie from a baggie.😆 #catsofmastodon #cookies