Happy Equinox! 🍁🍂🍁

Between July 6th and today, I’ve lost 9.4kg. I have more work to do, but that seems like good progress. The back surgery at the end of June plays a massive part in my progress, as do a few other things. I still have more work to do, but the changes are becoming easier.

Care to join the October challenge? I was inspired by the September art challenge and had ChatGPT generate a prompt list (specific to Fukui, but adjust it to fit your area). The hashtag (thanks Paprika Girl) is #octoberly

#octoberly bonus shot... There were a bunch of red #dragonflies flying around today, mainly in the vegetation. This one flew up onto the railing. Taken on October 3rd. #Japan #Autumn #photography

I'm preparing for my parents' visit next month. Building the itinerary is fun. We will be in Kyoto for a few days, which I'm excited about. We will most likely walk or use taxis while there. When I used to go to Kyoto multiple times a year, I'd take the bus/train/walk everywhere.

October 4th - Moss & Stone (old textures) It’s been raining all day, so now walk or photos today. I did take some photos of the grass near the river the other day. I’ll try to get some texture photos tomorrow! #octoberly

Tomdowd.Org has been launched today with a proper Tom Dowd bio, full discography (a work in progress but the most comprehensive anywhere) and a small Tom Dowd merch line offering. Enjoy!

Monday marks the start of the 2026 Hobonichi Weeks!