Living in the DMV (that’s DC, Maryland, and Virginia for the uninitiated), we occasionally get snow. Not the soul‑crushing, car‑swallowing lake‑effect snow they brag about in Buffalo—just our modest, respectable share. Still, our schools build in snow days, the plow trucks idle like sprinters before a race, and HOA contracts are ready to deploy at the slightest […]
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Sunshine, Scallops, and Surprise Road-Trip Reunions
Welcome to Throwback Thursday! The year was 2021, and at the end of January, Sunshine and I hit the road for Florida—because nothing cures winter blues like citrus, sunshine, and pretending we’re not pale. Judging by this year’s forecast, I probably should’ve planned this trip for now, but hey—hindsight is 20/21, right? So here’s a blast from […]
Finding My Rhythm Again:
Welcome Back to My Corner of the Internet Thank you for visiting my little corner of the internet. Don’t be afraid to come back often. This blog is more of a personal journal than a niche resource, so you’ll find a variety here you won’t see on most blogs. My Sunshine and I love living […]
2025 Out/2026 In
2026 Here we come!! Well, it’s now 2026, and last year was quite the adventure. Sunshine and I went through many experiences and made several important decisions. To be honest, it was a pretty good year, especially when compared to 2024. Last year, Tronster.net was neglected, and for that, I’m truly sorry. This year, Tronster […]
Getting Ready
Upcoming Adventures Sunshine and I are planning our spring trips, as we have friends and family participating in love affirmation events. This includes a renewal of vows, a sister’s wedding, and a wedding for a family friend, all taking place across this beautiful country. There’s something special about weddings—the joy, the celebration, and the opportunity […]
Life in the US Navy
10 ways to simulate living on a USS Navy ship 1. Buy a steel dumpster, paint it gray inside and out, and live in it for six months. 2. Run all the pipes and wires in your house exposed on the walls. 3. Repaint your entire house every month. 4. Renovate your bathroom. Build a […]
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White House Tour I wrote about several different experiences on my blog. Living in the nations capital, there are several experiences to be had for sure. One such adventure is a tour of the White House. If you plan on visiting Wahington DC and you want to tour the White House, you need to lan […]
Snow Days
The Northern Virginia area does not get a lot of snow. What I am referring to is snow which will impact daily lives. We get some cold days, ice days, even a hurricane day every once in a while. It has been a couple of years since we have had snow days. But when they […]
Valley Forge
While being a proud American, you should appreciate the history of this relatively young country. As an American who loves to learn about our history, one of the must-see historical sites is Valley Forge, in York Pennsylvania. This was the winter encampment from 1776 to 1777, where the fledging American army hunkered down for the […]
Philadelphia Magic Gardens
What can one do in Philadelphia which is not rooted in the deep history of the forming of the country? Not related to sports? The rich history of Philadelphia includes many of the the early activities in forming this great country. However for something a little different, there is also come great art. One of […]