Changed my stance on salary talk after a team lunch

I used to think asking about pay was just rude. But at lunch, a new hire mentioned his wage, and we all compared notes. Found out some of us were getting shorted. Now I see why some cultures avoid this topic, but hiding it helps no one. It cleared up a lot of confusion for our crew.

Pro tip: Nothing beats the solid click of a mechanical relay over some silent software switch.

Modern systems might be fancy, but they lack the real feedback we old installers relied on.

Five years in and I'm still puzzled why everyone loves Alaska summers. Winter nights with the aurora are quieter and way more stunning.

My little brother thought canned beans were a fancy dessert ingredient

He made a bean brownie that tasted like sadness.

Need to talk about the erosion on Blue Ridge Trail switchbacks

I hiked the Blue Ridge Trail yesterday and the erosion on the upper switchbacks has noticeably worsened. With the loose soil and steep drop-offs, it's a real hazard that could lead to accidents. Has the park service been notified or is there a volunteer day scheduled for repairs?