Getting Jacked – Modular Style

Getting Jacked – Modular Style

One of my obsessions is modular synthesizers. It's an instrument, a puzzle, a teacher and the most interesting paradox of complexity used to create peaceful music.
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My how he has grown

My how he has grown

One of the benefits to the extended career break has definitely been getting to watch Draco, our Chocolate Lab, grow up. Luna is an exceptional big sister and they are the best of friends.
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Earthquake Data

Earthquake Data

I get asked about Rainier and volcanos a lot. I decided to integrate some seismic data into Home Assistant today for information and future notifications.
Posted inHome Automation
Rainier Timelapse with Synology NAS

Rainier Timelapse with Synology NAS

When I set up the Synology NAS as my backup solution and security camera solution, one of the things I was curious about was the time lapse feature. I don't really have any need for time lapses of my security…
Posted inRainier, Security, Synology
Going Carbon Fiber for Camera Support

Going Carbon Fiber for Camera Support

The mirrorless switch has me excited to get out and shoot. With the 100-500mm lens requiring support in all but bright light, it was time to let my decades old Manfrotto tripod and monopod go and make the switch to…
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