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Continue reading →: Fishwife Sardines with Hot Peppers ReviewA flavorful surprise in a tin, firm, fresh sardines with just the right kick of heat. I loved every bite, but at nearly nine dollars a can, this tasty luxury won’t be a daily indulgence.
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Continue reading →: Ozempic, Wegovy, and the Ongoing Battle for Strength and SanityAfter losing over 100 pounds on Ozempic, I switched to Wegovy to regain strength and keep the weight off. Rebuilding lost muscle, especially in my legs, has become my new focus, along with finding high-protein meals that work.
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Continue reading →: Chasing Shorebirds (and Sore Ankles)Birding shorelines isn’t easy. It takes patience, stamina, and a willingness to chase small birds across endless sand. Today I found plovers, godwits, and turnstones; just not the Surfbird I was hoping for. Maybe next time.
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Continue reading →: Top 10 Tuesday: My Favorite Songs by Pink FloydFrom “Wish You Were Here” to “Echoes,” these aren’t just Pink Floyd songs I love, they’re part of who I am. A personal tour through emotional landmarks and the band that helped build them.
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Continue reading →: Birding the Huntington: Four New Species and a Better MeA slow birding day at the Huntington Botanical Gardens still brought beauty, family time, and four new species for my Bird Nerd Project. With my health improving and a California Thrasher photo I actually like, the trip turned out to be a quiet milestone, and a reminder of progress.
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Continue reading →: Chasing the Kingfisher: Bird #143 and the White Whale Moment
After nine trips and near-misses, I finally photographed my white whale, a Belted Kingfisher, at Bolsa Chica. One sighting turned into two, and I ended the day with new photos, new friends, and renewed energy for the Bird Nerd Project. Bird #143 is finally in the books.
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Continue reading →: Top Ten Tuesday: The Books That Changed My Life
These ten books didn’t just change my habits, they changed my life. From Tolkien to Tufte, here’s a list of the stories and ideas that helped shape who I became.
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Continue reading →: Birding the San Jacinto Wildlife AreaA quiet visit to San Jacinto Wildlife Area offered more dust than ducks, with few birds, distant raptors, and tough shooting conditions. Despite high hopes and scenic surroundings, the highlight may have been a spider-infested outhouse and a Greater Yellowlegs willing to pose. Bird #143 remains elusive.
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I’m Joe/Mojoey
Welcome to my blog. Please join me in exploring life after work and other topics of interest. I’m not sure where I am heading with this, but I’m heading somewhere.
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