Mike O'Moose
@mikeomoose.bsky.social
I play MtG, read things, garden ineffectually, and believe Warren Zevon was the greatest American songwriter.
At the bakery they drew this picture on our box and now the dog-cat has obsessed my children for an hour and possibly entered family mythology forever.
January 11, 2026 at 3:57 AM
At the bakery they drew this picture on our box and now the dog-cat has obsessed my children for an hour and possibly entered family mythology forever.
Walgreens said my wife's prescription wouldn't be ready until Monday. When I asked if there was a nearby Walgreens that could do it today, it turned out that the original pharmacy could in fact do it today and it would be ready shortly. Why the fuckery?
January 9, 2026 at 10:37 PM
Walgreens said my wife's prescription wouldn't be ready until Monday. When I asked if there was a nearby Walgreens that could do it today, it turned out that the original pharmacy could in fact do it today and it would be ready shortly. Why the fuckery?
Absolutely have not missed doing the school run.
January 6, 2026 at 1:59 PM
Absolutely have not missed doing the school run.
Yeah that's my kid, asking for prosciutto in his pizza bagel.
January 3, 2026 at 9:14 PM
Yeah that's my kid, asking for prosciutto in his pizza bagel.
Black eyed peas, greens. Mirepoix, and kielbasa. There's a good bit of paprika running through, both hot and sweet. Served with Kenji's cornbread.
January 2, 2026 at 1:09 AM
Black eyed peas, greens. Mirepoix, and kielbasa. There's a good bit of paprika running through, both hot and sweet. Served with Kenji's cornbread.
Holy shit, bama got dismantled. Love to see it.
January 2, 2026 at 12:59 AM
Holy shit, bama got dismantled. Love to see it.
First day hike at Cedar Hill State Park. A family favorite, with trails through the grasslands and up the hills into woods overlooking the lake. It's a beautiful day for it.
January 1, 2026 at 10:20 PM
First day hike at Cedar Hill State Park. A family favorite, with trails through the grasslands and up the hills into woods overlooking the lake. It's a beautiful day for it.
Just set a gingerbread house on the back porch. We're hoping a possum comes to bless us with luck in the new year.
January 1, 2026 at 4:35 AM
Just set a gingerbread house on the back porch. We're hoping a possum comes to bless us with luck in the new year.
My daughter has been agitating for another finger food feast so we're at it tonight. First up a cheese plate
January 1, 2026 at 2:40 AM
My daughter has been agitating for another finger food feast so we're at it tonight. First up a cheese plate
Got my first ever email from my 8 year old. It was a screenshot of the quickest route to Chick Fil A. But like the 4th closest CFA.
January 1, 2026 at 2:13 AM
Got my first ever email from my 8 year old. It was a screenshot of the quickest route to Chick Fil A. But like the 4th closest CFA.
By ancient accord, the sweet potatoes are made both ways
December 25, 2025 at 6:55 PM
By ancient accord, the sweet potatoes are made both ways
One of my favorite things about my parents house is my dad's broken old clock. Such an endless source of amusement that I would dream of replacing it.
December 25, 2025 at 2:56 AM
One of my favorite things about my parents house is my dad's broken old clock. Such an endless source of amusement that I would dream of replacing it.
Lunch almost on the table and someone asks for ranch. There's none in the house, but that's why I'm here. Uncle Mike to the rescue with homemade ranch in 5.
December 24, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Lunch almost on the table and someone asks for ranch. There's none in the house, but that's why I'm here. Uncle Mike to the rescue with homemade ranch in 5.
Every now and again in the midst of making too many cookies (because I didn't plan well) I get an idea and feel compelled to follow through. So, toffee apple oatmeal cookie. Just the recipe from the Quaker box top, - 1c raisin, +1c chopped Heath, +1c dried apple.
December 23, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Every now and again in the midst of making too many cookies (because I didn't plan well) I get an idea and feel compelled to follow through. So, toffee apple oatmeal cookie. Just the recipe from the Quaker box top, - 1c raisin, +1c chopped Heath, +1c dried apple.
Third cookie today and first new one, it's Sohla's add anything drop cookie with dried cherries, hazelnuts, and fall chocolate.
December 23, 2025 at 4:39 AM
Third cookie today and first new one, it's Sohla's add anything drop cookie with dried cherries, hazelnuts, and fall chocolate.
This entree is $15 for about 1500 calories. I really want like 700 for $7.50.
December 21, 2025 at 8:11 PM
This entree is $15 for about 1500 calories. I really want like 700 for $7.50.
There's a fast food place I go and while it's not amazing, the burger always comes hot, with cold fixings, and a warm bun that's been crisped lightly. And their sides are a little under seasoned, but always crispy and quite hot. That's like 90% of getting it right.
December 19, 2025 at 7:55 PM
There's a fast food place I go and while it's not amazing, the burger always comes hot, with cold fixings, and a warm bun that's been crisped lightly. And their sides are a little under seasoned, but always crispy and quite hot. That's like 90% of getting it right.
It is possible that all the little bits and bobs for stockings have been gotten, and I'm thrilled.
December 19, 2025 at 6:04 PM
It is possible that all the little bits and bobs for stockings have been gotten, and I'm thrilled.
In the middle of making our family chex mix recipe this morning. A holiday tradition, the recipe comes from an old family friend. There's a lot of room to play around with the recipe so it's never quite the same, but it's always good.
December 19, 2025 at 3:01 PM
In the middle of making our family chex mix recipe this morning. A holiday tradition, the recipe comes from an old family friend. There's a lot of room to play around with the recipe so it's never quite the same, but it's always good.
Went to the sixth grade band tonight to support friends in band, and I had forgotten how rough sixth grade band can be
December 16, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Went to the sixth grade band tonight to support friends in band, and I had forgotten how rough sixth grade band can be
Seriously Kroger?
December 15, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Seriously Kroger?
Made cherry chocolate chip muffins that unaccountably turned vivid blue
December 13, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Made cherry chocolate chip muffins that unaccountably turned vivid blue
Kid's school program tonight. Changed twice now, as of last night they needed Santa hats. The take home letter said those were for another program next week. Today I learned at 3:30 that my kid needed to be there at 5:30 not 6:40. These changes are two different teachers, but are driving me nuts.
December 12, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Kid's school program tonight. Changed twice now, as of last night they needed Santa hats. The take home letter said those were for another program next week. Today I learned at 3:30 that my kid needed to be there at 5:30 not 6:40. These changes are two different teachers, but are driving me nuts.
I love it when you find a restaurant where it feels like they are on my wavelength. Just a bunch of little things done the way I want and the whole menu appeals. This place has one burger and in my estimation it's perfect
December 6, 2025 at 7:51 PM
I love it when you find a restaurant where it feels like they are on my wavelength. Just a bunch of little things done the way I want and the whole menu appeals. This place has one burger and in my estimation it's perfect