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  • Stark Mountain This Weekend

    Today I am planning a hike up Stark Mountain. I plan to start by an access road off of Nine Mile Road. The access road seems to be #5515, but if that isn’t accessible, I will go to where the ridge cuts down to Nine Mile Road at Cedar Creek. According to the map it…

  • Back From Squaw, Week in Review

    Mom's computer was last weeks big project. She sent me her computer and I diagnosed it as having a bad CPU fan. It was making a huge racket because the bearings went out due to dirt and dust clogging the heat sink. Well, that is my diagnosis. I ordered her a new fan, heat sink,…

  • Ch-paa-qn Peak Today

    Today, I’m setting out to climb Ch-paa-qn Peak. It’s not a massive mountain, but it’s new to me, so there’s a sense of adventure and unknown. Just posting my plans here, just in case. My route is to head to the Nine Mile Ranger Station, then go straight through the intersection towards the Squaw Peak…

  • Fixing a Flat

    Yesterday I ordered a fender and a couple cross tires for my bike so I can leave the car at home and save money on gas. On my way to pick up my car yesterday I flatted and I had to do some bike repair last night. The bike is ready to go and so…

  • Full Moon

    Had a productive Sunday – cleaned the car and house, and even squeezed in a hike at Blue Mountain. Tonight, I’m posting pics from Saturday’s unexpected mountain climb in the Bitterroots. Last night’s hike at Blue Mountain got me some amazing moon shots. The full moon here is just incredible. Took the car to the…

  • Bass Creek Today

    I have just posted new photos at my Photo Site and so I think I'll post some thughts. I haven't checked out my bank balance lately and that is partly because I broke down and got some food in the last couple of days and now I am afraid to look.

  • Bank Account Finally Released

    Whats new from the lodge? I am remembering when Alden and I went skiing and ate cookies at the lodge pictured here.

  • Monday Ski Escapade at The Rat

    Ever had one of those Mondays where everything just seems to drag on, especially at work? Well, that was me today. To top it off, every conversation I overheard revolved around food, making my hunger pangs all the more pronounced. You know it’s a tough day when finding a quarter and getting a handful of…

  • Shoveling Snow Adventures: A Tale of Frustration

    Today, I decided to break the cycle of laziness and tackle that city ordinance that demands snow shoveling as exercise. Plus, I needed to mark Super Bowl Sunday on my calendar. Fast forward to 1 PM. Armed with determination, I scoured my place for something to shovel with. All I could lay my hands on…

  • I Went Todash

    It’s been quite a while since I kicked off this blog journey. Today, as I found myself reading my early posts, it was like flipping through the pages of a book. What’s even more surprising is that I didn’t notice I was still online. Mornings are my sacred adventure time, but today, the allure of…

  • Hungary

    Good morning, it is Sunday and I slept in late by design. I cant go out to do any activities because I have to go until Tuesday without food. As I have written before, my ex wife has leached onto my paychecks and now I have another summit to cross. It seems that the people…

  • No Breakfast, Just Dreams

    Ever had one of those mornings where you’re out of milk for your porridge and butter’s just a distant memory? Yeah, that was my morning. Yet, I’m surprisingly upbeat, ready to dive into the day. The plan? Guzzle down a smoothie and grab Mom’s computer before heading to work. Yesterday marked my full-day debut at…

  • Snowy Mornings, Ski Trails, and New Beginnings at MARS Stout

    Woke up to a fresh blanket of snow today, and the forecast says it’s only going to get colder and clearer. Perfect for dusting off the camera for some weekend magic. Missoula’s love for mountain biking? That’s just the tip of the iceberg. Cross-country skiing here is like the Merit Parkway’s post-work traffic – but…

  • Going Full Time

    I was informed today that starting tomorrow I will be going full time. That is good news. At least I can break even now. My next goal is to become a regular employee. Right now I work for Work Force, a temp agencie. In a couple weeks I am eligable to have my contract bought…

  • Its Snowing Again :)

    Hi all, I just added some pics in my gallery, feel free to rate and comment. I also just added a new link in my Missoula Section. It is a link to the Big Sky Film Festival which is happening next month. Good morning from my apartment in Missoula. I hope all my freinds and…

  • Laundry This Morning

    Monday mornings have a charm of their own, don’t they? Today’s no different – it’s laundry day! But let’s rewind a bit. Yesterday was epic, skiing into the ‘Rat’ (I’ll let you fill in the blanks on that one). Sure, I’m feeling every muscle in my body today, but it’s a good kind of sore.…

  • Eddie Dies (Dark Tower Story)

    Hello, everyone! Just a quick update before bedtime. Today was a mix of emotions and adventures – quite the rollercoaster, if I may say. The day kicked off with a refreshing Marcy Walk. It’s always rejuvenating, starting the day with nature’s embrace. I even snapped a photo of the beetle parked as Marcy enjoyed her…

  • Get Off Your Ass

    It’s a chilly January 8, 2005. You’re lounging in your cozy corner, your favorite spot in the house, wrapped in the warmth of habitual comfort. But there’s a voice, a little nudge from within, whispering, “Get off your ass!” It’s not just a call to action; it’s a battle cry against the inertia that’s settled…