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Random Thoughts that don’t fit anywhere

I’m Here

Posted on 02/27/2022 by Andrew Reynolds

“I’m here.” That’s one of the many answers I give when someone asks me, “How are you?” Sometimes I’ll say, “I’m here,” or “I showed up,” or sometimes, “Yes I am.” Sometimes I will say, “fine,” “well,” or even “good.” … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged greeting question, I'm here, semiotics | 31 Comments

A Name by Any Other Rose

Posted on 02/14/2022 by Andrew Reynolds

I have a name. There’s not much to say about about the name Andrew, so this will be short. I didn’t start out as “Andrew.” Growing up my family called me, Andy. I was Andy for a long time. In … Continue reading →

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From the Workshop – Kitty Outhouse

Posted on 02/10/2022 by Andrew Reynolds

It’s unseasonably warm here. Today it’s expected to all the way up to 63 and the last few days have been in the 50’s. That’s just about warm enough for me to get into the big tool shop and run … Continue reading →

Posted in General, woodworking | Tagged quilting table, recycled wood project, wood working | 28 Comments

How to Write Post Apocalyptic Stories

Posted on 01/30/2022 by Andrew Reynolds

I’ve long been a reader of post apocalyptic speculative fiction and have for a decade or so been working on a post apocalyptic novel. I really like my story, have an outline, a first and last chapter, extensive notes … … Continue reading →