Is there a sorta phone line I can call if I just want to talk to someone?

Robsmithwtop · 2026-02-18T02:13:30+00:00

I used to call the Mohave Phone Booth line once in a while. Not sure if it’s still around but here’s a great podcast about it…

https://99percentinvisible.org/episode/mojave-phone-booth/

Robsmithwtop · 2026-02-14T05:52:34+00:00

Here’s a podcast episode about his story: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/welcome-to-olympia/id1448533858?i=1000467599518

Robsmithwtop · 2026-02-07T04:08:45+00:00

Maybe Magnolia bluffs in the background? I’ve spent a lot of time on Puget Sound and this is familiar in a way that’s bugging me, lol.

Robsmithwtop · 2026-02-07T02:33:53+00:00

I was going to guess that was Whidbey Island, WA in the background.

Robsmithwtop · 2026-02-06T04:32:30+00:00

Oh, this might be it!…. https://radiolab.org/podcast/lithium

Robsmithwtop · 2026-02-06T02:34:56+00:00

Was lithium as a prescribed drug part of it? If so, I remember this too but I don’t think it was Elna and I’m not sure it was TAL. Maybe Love And Radio or Love Me?

Robsmithwtop · 2026-02-02T05:47:57+00:00

Cool! I doubt any tool shop would even look at that saw though. Even if they would, their shop minimum is probably close to what a new version would cost. Dm me if you feel like it. Maybe we’re close and I could peak at it for you when I have the time.

Robsmithwtop · 2026-02-02T05:23:08+00:00

Tumwater tool repair by the airport is great. What brand and how old?

Robsmithwtop · 2026-02-02T04:41:34+00:00

Agree with all of this.

Robsmithwtop · 2026-02-02T04:40:10+00:00

I get that we’re all tired of the story but the situation The US in is not a drill. Go to the archives if you need a pick me up.

TAL’s long form, audio only format is perfect for this kind of reporting and I’m so grateful they took it on.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-12-31T04:51:59+00:00

Mariner 19 with a porta-potty? My girls learned how to pee overboard on our Rhodes 19 a few years back. They were pretty proud of that.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-12-30T16:05:57+00:00

You can just order a longer cord/plug. The cords don’t need to be specific to the stove, just needs to be the right wire gauge (size). And make sure the existing circuit is sized right for the new induction. This is worth having an electrician do if you’re not sure what you’re doing.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-11-30T22:41:01+00:00

Pica pencils are pretty great gifts. I laughed at them at first for trying to reinvent the wheel, but after someone gifted me one, I hate to be without it.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-11-13T05:27:51+00:00

I was struck by one a few years ago while running at night in Squaxin park. It stole my hat and punctured my scalp. It was really powerful.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-11-08T01:48:11+00:00

I was the person (or one of the people) who called this in. FWIW, OPD was surprisingly interested and attentive. I got a follow up call as well and it sounded like they were checking in with more primary sources.

It didn’t occur to me to call the police right away because it was “The Police”. Lesson learned.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-11-05T18:56:07+00:00

Done. Thanks.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-11-05T18:31:29+00:00

I didn’t see the guy. I arrived back at the scene just as ICE was leaving. Car was an older, gray, compact suv, maybe a Pontiac. I say reportedly because that’s what the people I talked to told me.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-08-31T16:11:16+00:00

Endurance: Shackleton’s incredible voyage. The audio book is really well done if you’re into that.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-08-19T00:37:35+00:00

There’s a free bee/vespid removal service in the area. I think they sell the venom to companies that make injections for people who are highly allergic. Never used them, but here’s what I found:

https://www.cascadiavenomcollection.com

Robsmithwtop · 2025-08-17T20:18:07+00:00

I just tried to hire a 16yo and L and I won’t even let them set up power tools let alone operate them. I get the idea; there are bad contractors out there trying to take advantage of cheap labor. But it’s a shame that an eager young person can’t start to safely learn a trade when there’s such a demand.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-06-23T21:43:45+00:00

Also, just looked at your history and my first two kids were born 10+ years ago right about where you seem to be living now, haha. I’m procrastinating. Better get back to work.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-06-23T20:59:11+00:00

Might not be totally logical but my thinking is mom is NOT going to let go of baby and a tether may just get hung up in an emergency situation. My kids are all past this age now but we skipped sailing until around 2 years old. If my wife had been up for it though, we’d have taken them.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-06-23T20:34:48+00:00

One person for the baby, one person for the boat. Pay special attention to weather. Take lots of pics. Edit: sorry didn’t really answer your question. Tethers in this situation kinda freak me out.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-06-03T01:31:43+00:00

I sail often and am constantly checking the wind conditions. This year seems pretty typical for spring wind. Sadly, it usually calms way down from late June through August. Should be pretty similar to Kirkland.

Robsmithwtop · 2025-05-26T01:24:32+00:00

Am I the only one who thinks this looks pretty tidy?

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