in Off-Grid Living

Blades, Pumps, and Progress!

Who needs a gym? Built a push mower, scrubbed my bathroom, and got hyped on hardstyle. Oh, and my new water pump is finally here — let there be water!

  • Slept pretty well thanks to a Xanax, but woke up with sharp neck pain. Ibuprofen to the rescue.

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    Listening to: Hardstyle Hardcore Album – surprisingly energizing.

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    Built a push mower today! Yep, a fully mechanical one! No motor, just muscle. It might sound ridiculous given how large my “lawn” area is, and… it kind of is. But it’s perfect for tight walkways and odd corners. Super easy to use and maintain. At $120, even if it only lasts a couple years, it’s still cheaper than hiring someone.

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    My new, more powerful water pump with a filter arrived! Lack of easy water access has been a challenge, so this is a win.

     

  • Cleaned the bathroom and tried out my new vacuum too. Gotta love running water and power!

     

  • Caught up on journaling and social media.

     

  • Sent out well/pump details to a potential helper – fingers crossed! It’s a simple job for someone with experience, but it’s just enough outside my comfort zone that I’ve been putting it off. I’ll know within 24 hours if they can help. Here’s hoping this one follows through!

  • Photos on Instagram