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@iamcontrarywise.bsky.social
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Retired teacher, father, husband, traveller, photographer, cook, gardener, camper, hiker, paddler, techie. Travel photos are my own, unless credited.
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20+ #Vegetarian, #Mediterranean Diet Dinner #Recipes in Under 30 Minutes share.google/pDqYqBrrmqtn...
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23 Vegetarian Mediterranean Diet Recipes That’ll Have Dinner on the Table in 30 Minutes or Less
These 30-minute vegetarian dinner recipes feature whole grains, produce, healthy fats and plant-based protein to align with the Mediterranean diet.
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January 18, 2026 at 3:03 AM
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I'm a creator and my new favorite #Linux #distro is #multimedia perfection - here's why | ZDNET share.google/nX33s5kCS5U8...
#tech #Modicia
I'm a creator and my new favorite Linux distro is multimedia perfection - here's why
Several Linux distributions are specifically geared towards multimedia creators, but Modicia OS stands out to me for several reasons.
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January 17, 2026 at 3:40 PM
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The Vintage #Soup Our Editors Can’t Stop Making This Winter share.google/82j6Yp8Ioe3U...
#food #recipes #Mulligatawny
The Vintage Soup Our Editors Can’t Stop Making This Winter
This comforting blend of curry spices, tender chicken, and rice has made this mulligatawny soup recipe a go-to in our editors’ kitchens—and it’s easier to make than you think.
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January 16, 2026 at 4:07 PM
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This ideal distro for #Linux newbies includes a bonus for #Windows users | ZDNET share.google/FINw9EYwv74v...
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This ideal distro for Linux newbies includes a bonus for Windows users
If you're looking to finally test the waters of Linux, here's a distribution that has everything you need to get started, with everything you need and little complication.
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January 16, 2026 at 4:02 PM
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I'm using CachyOS. I also like EndeavourOS.
January 16, 2026 at 4:17 AM
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#Alpenglow on Mt. #Garibaldi and Atwell Peak in #Squamish, BC, #Canada
January 13, 2026 at 5:41 PM
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Sky Pilot in #Squamish, #BC #Canada as viewed from the trail near the suspension bridge.
January 13, 2026 at 5:38 PM
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6 #Slow-Cooker #Soup and #Stew #Recipes That Cook While You’re at Work share.google/nQjpOztxBWWS...
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6 Slow-Cooker Soup and Stew Recipes That Cook While You’re at Work
These set-it-and-forget-it slow-cooker meals are perfect for busy winter days.
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January 13, 2026 at 5:36 PM
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#Windows users don't hate #Linux, they hate its defaults share.google/vOS116Rjqc5c...
#tech #GNOME
Windows users don't hate Linux, they hate its defaults
It's hard to get used to something so different
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January 11, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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Best tasting butter #pasta.
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For the Best-Tasting Buttered Pasta, I Never Use Parmesan — This Has So Much More Flavor
It's my favorite 1-ingredient upgrade.
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January 10, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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This #Linux #distro is for people who just want #games to work share.google/KYSt8A4dzJ8m...
#tech #nobara
This Linux distro is for people who just want games to work
Fedora can game too.
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January 10, 2026 at 2:26 PM
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#PuppyLinux vs. #LinuxLite: Which distro is right for your old #
#Windows 10 PC? | ZDNET share.google/IQXDp0yiD38f...
#tech #Linux
Puppy Linux vs. Linux Lite: Which distro is right for your old Windows 10 PC?
You can revive your aging PC with a lightweight Linux distro such as Puppy Linux and Linux Lite. But which one should you choose?
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January 9, 2026 at 4:18 PM
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#Windows can never be an #immutable OS, and that might be a problem share.google/4EB1aIOoUhId...
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Windows can never be an immutable OS, and that might be a problem
Ever wondered why it's common to reinstall Windows?
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January 9, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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6 things #Windows users always get wrong about #Linux (and what’s actually true) share.google/AsFDMev5YUv4...
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6 things Windows users always get wrong about Linux (and what’s actually true)
Shattering the myths that hold you back from shifting to a better OS.
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January 8, 2026 at 3:54 AM
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Where to #travel in 2026: The best places to visit share.google/m1Tdm3gEI33D...
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Where to travel in 2026: The best places to visit
The places to go in 2026 list includes a region that will experience a rare total solar eclipse, a city that has been crowned a capital of culture, a beloved island that is bouncing back from a natura...
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January 7, 2026 at 6:35 PM
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10 Safest Cities in the World in 2026 - Aviation A2Z share.google/qeuPMpU8QAra...
#travel #safety
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January 7, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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A well-reasoned article on the #USA under #Trump. As a #Canadian with #American friends and family this resonates.
An Open Letter to Our American Friends
The NSS and the Return of the Ugly American
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January 7, 2026 at 5:52 PM
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#Affinity is a great #Photoshop replacement - but this open-source app is even better share.google/U668DOViXxUn...
#photo-editor #pixelitor
Affinity is a great Photoshop replacement - but this open-source app is even better
This app covers more ground than I expected
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January 7, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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Immutable #Linux #distros fix the update problem #Windows never solved share.google/nAAMJUaZg5eD...
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Immutable Linux distros fix the update problem Windows never solved
And likely never will.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:58 PM
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The 1990s #KDE desktop is making a comeback on modern #Linux.
This takes me back to the beginning of my Linux voyage.
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The 1990s KDE desktop is making a comeback on modern Linux
The MiDesktop project wants to bring the 1990s Linux experience to modern distributions.
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January 3, 2026 at 6:34 PM
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Quick Lemon Lentil Soup with Canned Lentils - The Plant Based School share.google/AFBls0gU1AV4...
#food #recipes #vegetarian
Quick Lemon Lentil Soup with Canned Lentils - The Plant Based School
Need a light but filling dinner that’s easy to make? 🍋This lemon lentil soup comes together in one pot using canned lentils.High in fiber. Cozy and bright. Perfect for busy weeknights. Simple ingredie...
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January 2, 2026 at 6:26 PM
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30+ High-Protein #Mediterranean Diet Lunch #Recipes share.google/d6mPt8jDjIVR...
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A Month of High-Protein Mediterranean Diet Lunch Recipes to Make in January
Check meal-planning of your to-do list this month with these high-protein, Mediterranean diet lunches—from simple salads to warm sandwiches.
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January 2, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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16 One-Pot #Vegetarian Dinners To Make Forever share.google/ENoueutbyClc...
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16 One-Pot Vegetarian Dinners To Make Forever
These highly-rated vegetarian dinners are perfect for adding more veggies to your diet. Plus, they all come together in just one pot or pan.
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January 2, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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11 #Mediterranean #Recipes to Make on Repeat share.google/W1xhtegG0zNT...
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11 Mediterranean Recipes to Make on Repeat
These are 11 of the most iconic, beloved recipes from around the Mediterranean region. You'll be making them on repeat for years to come.
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January 2, 2026 at 3:58 PM
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31 Healthy #Mediterranean #Recipes for Everyday Meals - The Plant Based School share.google/QglNnHIS5UQV...
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31 Healthy Mediterranean Recipes for Everyday Meals - The Plant Based School
Craving lighter meals without giving up comfort? These 31 healthy Mediterranean recipes are built around vegetables, beans, olive oil, and everyday ingredients—perfect for simple dinners, lunches, and...
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January 2, 2026 at 3:56 PM