The roar on one side of my brain that really really wants to lash out The roar on the other side telling me to chill Being a Gemini is tough :wink: Half of this Gemini wants to agree with you, and the other half wants to argue it out. Indeed, it's tough being versatile, agile, and mobile; if you're...

Happy June! . . . . You know, such as it is.

Much love to all.

I am so sorry, Rhino and Gaminwench.

I am wrecked to report that my friend Panda, of Stag Camp, died in an accident this week. She was very funny, forthright, beautiful, and kind. I loved her. She was such a character, and I'll miss her forever.

Figjam, that comic depicting the man on train tracks was perfect. I love you, Savannah. That comic worked for me on multiple levels: first there was the hazard of the oncoming train, and that slope was steep enough that it was probably susceptible to landsliding. If you live in Simi Valley and the ...

The most important way to survive tent camping is to realize that you can literally dance and socialize and do activities ALL DAY. This is not regular America, where the night time is the right time, and having a cocktail before lunch is a scandal. Consider this: Shift your schedule! Go out in the ...

Yay, Hi Rhino!

Figjam, that comic depicting the man on train tracks was perfect.

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Bless wrote: ↑

Fri May 22, 2020 8:15 am

burners remain in a state of perpetual party-planning

It's true . . .

My Dad's cremation was only $875, and I keep him in my Burn closet.

I like the 02 Cool battery-powered fans, and have two or three at this point. They do not allow too much, really . . . perhaps an hour more in the morning than you would have otherwise. But that hour can be precious. I don't shade my tent because I like having very distinct areas: 1) Shade. 2) Tent....

Ratty wrote: ↑

Sun May 24, 2020 7:43 am

You should have a back-up plan. Maybe reservations in Reno? The roads may be closed. I'm guessing the playa will be closed to camping or even day visiting.

I concur. I anticipate there will be a police presence. They know how stubborn folks are.

My girlfriend wants to come with me and she's afraid whether to go or not. I actually have no advice for her. Because of these bloody 'friends' she wants to quit even an idea. I'd really like her to come with me. What should I tell her to support? Any suggestions, pls :coffee: Timothy, where are yo...

FD428021-4102-4807-B246-1499F4C6CEA0.jpeg . . . Yeah. This is relevant. I don't have a will, but I should. Because the very few relatives I even have , don't want or need my money. Therefore, I've thought for many years, as a very basic and new driver . . . I need a will. I hate that. :cry:

Absolutely not. Based on my geographical spot, the daily emails, the . . . the everything? Nah. I might try to do a national park in a few months. If it's open. This is a good opportunity to do something else. Or at minimum, save a little money. I'm super glad I went last year, even if it wasn't my ...

Simon of the Playa wrote: ↑

Sat Apr 18, 2020 3:58 pm

That was amazing. I love them so much.

lucky420 wrote: ↑

Mon Apr 20, 2020 4:29 am

Morning high birds & early birds!

It’s 4:20 all damn dayyyy

Oo! . . . I have 4 hours left to eat some candy, then.

I keep losing track of the day . . .

Yup, the test can only confirm that you have the virus, but not prove that you don't. It can come up negative. Some people who have been released after treatment have also come up positive again. Seems to be a sticky virus. Hope your daughter gets well soon! Thanks Badger, she’s on the right side o...

BBadger wrote: ↑

Sun Apr 12, 2020 5:53 pm

Staying virus free at the portapotties.

I love you all!

Let's all to try to have a good week.

This is completely tongue in cheek.

Better next year

Hey, you know: I just want to tell you all that . . . .if anything were to happen to me (and at present, I am not at all sick, or have any special reasons to worry) . . . well. I just wanted to say that: I love you all, and am better for having known you. I mean it. To those I talked to, but did not...

Simon of the Playa wrote: ↑

Sat Apr 11, 2020 7:00 am

everybody lick the screen at noon today west coast time.

Centers For Disease Contraction Urges Americans To Suck Doorknob
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Traveller in Time wrote: ↑

Wed Apr 01, 2020 10:36 am

Not really unexpected: Cancelled

Agreed. And the safest and best decision.

We come from all over the world--then go home--and can't always wash our hands along the way.

It just seemed like a foregone conclusion.

I will miss so many people!

I hope you are exceedingly well.

Does anyone have any experience with shooting 35mm film on the playa at night and during the "blue hour"? If so, what did you use in terms of brand of film and Speed/ISO? I plan on doing some early morning long exposers pictures. I picked up a really well taken care of Nikon 8008 with a bunch of fi...

So cool, Yggy!

https://www.newsweek.com/trump-says-widespread-coronavirus-testing-would-never-happen-isnt-needed-reopen-country-1497210 and this from a trusted nurse friend in florida... 4083E531-6E96-4C5A-B14D-18CB3E44B75C.jpeg https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-04-09/abbott-tests-to-detect-covid-19-ar...

Captain Goddammit wrote: ↑

Sat Apr 11, 2020 10:46 am

Is this a troll post?