Who else's got a wet trunk?
I think my sunroof drains might have been clogged. Any suggestions as to the best way to dry it out?
Cicada killer wasps
I think they're both males, because the females are bigger. The males technically can't sting (and the females only do if you're really asking for it), but it's still scary to get up close to one.
[OC] Some B&W photos of Barcelona
I am not a serious photographer, but with the help of black and white filters I can pretend.
\#barcelona #blackandwhite #blackandwhitephotography #beach #plaza #plaça #hemingway #people
[OP] Lol someone ordered Burger King at the beach.
Not sure if they're actually going to get their order though.
[OC] Monjuïc Castle
Yesterday, we took a funicular (not pictured, unfortunately) and a cable car up to the Monjuïc Castle fortress. It's an impressive structure with excellent views of the city and there's an active park on the surrounding grounds, but it has a dark history. On multiple occasions, its cannon have been turned on the city below to administer collective punishment for resistance to the crown in Madrid. The fortress has also been the site of numerous atrocities. Look up the Bombardment of Barcelona (1842) for example.
\#barcelona #montjuïc #fort #fortress #cablecar #port #cannon #gun
Went for a little run
Went for a little 4k run between my hotel and the Magic Fountain of Montjuïc. I even spotted some green Monk Parrots, the same as we have back home. They're actually native to South America, but have been introduced to at least two continents, without becoming disruptive to the local ecosystems. One of the first things I noticed when we arrived was their distinctive call, welcoming us. You know, if they can make a home here maybe I can, too, someday.
\#SeenOnMyRun #AllTheWayUp #running #parrots #MonkParrot #barcelona
Airport beer
Lots to dislike about air travel, but I do appreciate enjoying a beer at the airport. This one is a Sierra Nevada Pale Ale.
Anyone else have trouble with these GE dishwashing machines?
Mine cleans dishes well enough, but the gaskets leak easier than any other dishwasher I've ever had. I replaced the gaskets a few months ago, but if a little bit of debris builds up then it's leaking again. Also, the racks are badly corroded, but the machine is only maybe five years old. Anyway, it's just kind of funny that my aunt is coming over tomorrow and the last time she was here she noticed the dishwasher was leaking.
New bridle
One of my daughter's "uncles" decided to spoil her with a big stuffed unicorn. Here it is with its new bridle.
[OC] Neighbor's house just went up.
Not sure how long it was going before the fire department arrived, but it was maybe ten minutes between when I heard the sirens and the fire was under control.
\#housefire #fire #flames #smoke #fullyinvolved #firefighters #scary
Good morning.
It's 7:15am and we have been up since 6:30am. \#goodmorning #child #recorder #noise #parenting
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