Anonymous asked: Why is an engineer driving a truck???
To be eligible for a WA First Class Mine Manager’s ticket.
For those interested - it’s a CAT AD55. It’s actually really fun.
Last night.
I broke the record for most truck loads in one shift. I’ve also only been alone on the truck for one week, so stoked.
Unfortunately that takes my carton toll to 5 now, that’s $250 worth of alcohol I don’t even drink.
Recently.
A fellow engineer who I don’t like very much said ‘if you’re not aiming for CEO what are you doing?’ and I had a lot of trouble swallowing this at the time.
But since this conversation I’ve thought about what he said and as much as I don’t want to, I agree with him. What’s the point in doing something if you’re not aiming to be the best at it and aiming for the top spot.
I understand that being at ‘the top’ isn’t the CEO position for all people, but as a professional you can’t really get any higher than that. Why on earth wouldn’t I want to be deemed so competent? Why would I be aiming for anything but to have such a broad and thorough understanding of my field?
Perhaps this is more 3am truck driving babble, but I’ve completely flipped on my feelings towards the statement. Aiming for CEO at the age of 21 is a somewhat scary thought.
Some more photos of food I’ve made recently. Not being able to cook at work is the one part of my job I hate.
(Source: Flickr / babyrussia)
I spent the afternoon/evening with some friends at Paniyiri and it was the best. So much good food and everyone was so happy. Perfect end to the weekend.
On a side note, I used iPhoto on my iPad to play with these photos and I don’t really like it. Anyone have any tips to make me like using it more?
(Source: Flickr / babyrussia)
After I posted about my first terrarium, I had a lot questions here on Tumblr and in real life about it. So as I was making some more this morning for friends, I decided to take some photos of the process for you all. Here’s what I’ve learnt -
- Choose the kind of plants you want first, as this will determine the kind of vessel you use. Ferns, moss and other tropical/humidity loving plants will need a lid. Cacti and succulents don’t require a lid. Once you know what kind of plants you want, choose a vessel that caters to this and allows you enough room for all the layers (and to fit your hand in the opening!).
- The first layer needs to be some form of pebbles/rocks/coarse sand. This is for drainage and needs to be relatively thick.
- Next is a thin layer of horticultural charcoal, which looks after plant decomposition.
- On top of the charcoal add a layer of sphagnum moss. This stops the fine soil from falling through the layers and blocking the drainage channels. I also use this to hide the charcoal, which I think is a bit ugly.
- The final layer is the soil, which needs to be high quality and suited to the kind of plants you chose (eg. Succulent/cacti mix for succulents, etc). Make sure this layer is deeper than the roots of the plants you have chosen.
- Now the plants are ready to be arranged and planted. I read that it is ideal to leave as much space as possible between the edges of the plants and the walls of the vessel.
- Place the terrarium in a place that has plenty of natural light and air flow. Depending on the plants you chose, the terrarium shouldn’t need watering more than once a week or so, and the lid should be taken on and off as required.
- I think it’s also important to note that this isn’t a ‘cheap’ exercise. These have cost me ~$100 for the smaller ones and ~$350 for the original large one. It depends heavily on your vessel and rocks/pebbles, so keep that in mind.
(Source: Flickr / babyrussia)
I want to try my hand at silk dyeing, this is some good inspiration.
I have been admiring these Karen Walker dresses (in this green print, not the burgundy or pink) since they were released. I haven’t managed to find either in real life, so i’ve been hesitant to pick one. What do you think Tumblr, V-neck peplum or V-neck sleeveless?
This sweater is amazing! Do you happen to know who made it?With my Girlfriend who is also a mother! (Taken with Instagram at Mr Cooper’s Wine Bar)
