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

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Category: The new life

Amazing flower

May 2, 2026

One of the most amazing flowers that I know, right in front of the balcony! … More Amazing flower

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How to plant a pineapple

April 30, 2026

In Costa Rica, I never managed to plant a pineapple plant and see it grow and produce a new pineapple. I am going to try again, starting with a pineapple from Costa Rica. … More How to plant a pineapple

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The guava project ( 1 )

April 28, 2026

I really want to finish cleaning up the corner with the guava tree. But then that little job kind of explodes in my face. … More The guava project ( 1 )

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Perimeter path ( 9 )

April 26, 2026

As promised, a whole week worth of recordings. … More Perimeter path ( 9 )

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Technological debt

April 25, 2026

How technological debt builds up on the property and how I am planning to deal with some of it. … More Technological debt

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The universe versus not the most practical guy

April 23, 2026

I am not the most practical guy, but sometimes, I do feel that the universe is against me. … More The universe versus not the most practical guy

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Quick fixing the irrigation system

April 22, 2026

It’s getting warm, so we need to start irrigating the garden. It has a extensive system of tubes, and hasn’t seen maintenance in a long time. The problem is, I don’t have a lot of time to work on it. … More Quick fixing the irrigation system

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Bird bath

April 21, 2026

Quick fixing a bird bath … More Bird bath

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Disappointing gloves

April 20, 2026

A bit disappointed in the gloves. … More Disappointing gloves

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Amstrad CPC 464

April 16, 2026

Remember this one? For the nerds among us. … More Amstrad CPC 464

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