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The sabbatical that turned into a radical life change. And then again.

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Water bag filling up

August 16, 2026

A time lapse video of the water bag receiving water. … More Water bag filling up

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The tube reached its destination

August 15, 2026

The last progress update on connecting the water bag to the house. … More The tube reached its destination

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Finally, some rain

August 14, 2026

After almost exactly two completely dry months, there is some rain.

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Fruits of no labor

August 12, 2026

Yeah, it is about fruits. … More Fruits of no labor

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Perimeter path ( 18 )

August 9, 2026

The last episode of the perimeter path. Thank you for watching! … More Perimeter path ( 18 )

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Testing before closing up

August 8, 2026

A newly installed irrigation tube popped loose … More Testing before closing up

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A drought resistant tree?

August 7, 2026

There is a tree in the yard that does not seem affected by the drought of the past months. … More A drought resistant tree?

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Pineapple update

August 5, 2026

How is the pineapple doing after some weeks in the intensive care for plants on our porche? … More Pineapple update

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The water filter system completed

August 3, 2026

We finally got our hands on a UV filter for the house’s water supply. Here is a long video about it and the other filters that process the water for the house. … More The water filter system completed

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Perimeter path ( 17 )

August 2, 2026

Almost there… … More Perimeter path ( 17 )

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