Sunshine

May tempt fate by switching the snowblower and the lawnmower in the ready-spot in the garage.  Not that i need the lawnmower quite yet, but the combination of a good soaking rain and April sun has a known consequence.

Goldfinch at the feeder with no drab winter feathers seen.  I didn't nab him for a thorough inspection, but progress progresses.

Filing intent for a bike ride.  (Later, as current temperature is about 45 F.)

Gresham's Law

(internet version)

Well, an old friend of mine is dropping out of RASFC* due to a long pattern of toxic posts and trolls.  It just isn't worth the time and aggravation to her any more.

That group used to provide a lot of wisdom and wit on the subject of writing speculative fiction.  It was the source of the RECOG email writing crit group that helped me polish all my published work, specifically recognized in the dedication of SUMMER COUNTRY.  RECOG lasted nearly a decade by keeping discussion civil.

"Bad money drives out good" remains true even when the medium of exchange is words.

*Recreation Arts Science Fiction Composition, a Usenet discussion group.

Things that make you go "Huh?"

Just looked out the window and saw two police cars in the driveway of a place across the street . . .

Friday roadkill report

One squashed skunk near the clubhouse of the golf course.  I'm a bit surprised that they haven't sent the grounds-crew out to remove it, as that might be a "quality of life" issue for their rich-bastard members . . .

(Or at least contribute to complaints about the snack bar fare.)

Milestone in the year, to mix a metaphor, as I went out in bike shorts and tee shirt for this ride.  We'll see if the unaccustomed sunlight on my winter-white skin causes any repercussions . . .

No wildlife or new botany to report.

15.28 miles, 1:11:55