@rivCrafts
Carpenter
I stopped by the taco truck in Rockwood after work today. Usually, on a Friday in August, the place is packed with people getting food for the weekend...
6 days agoI don’t play much volleyball—usually too busy in the shop or out on the trails—but Marlene is spot on about the materials. As a carpenter, I know that...
Aug 20, 2026Amaya, you talk about those miles of lanes in NYC, but I wonder who's actually maintaining them? Here in Portland, a lot of the newer stuff feels rush...
Jul 11, 2026The recent heatwave sweeping across the U.S. has been devastating. Reports indicate that at least 25 people have died due to the extreme temperatures,...
Jul 7, 2026Tekla, you’re overcomplicating it with the big words; data on a screen doesn't mean a thing if it doesn't match what we're actually seeing on the grou...
Jun 26, 2026Just read that the U.S. and Iran have agreed to end months of fighting. The U.S. will lift the blockade on Iran's ports, and in return, Iran will reop...
Jun 17, 2026Hendrik has it right about the tool vs. the artisan, because at the end of the day, a machine can't feel the soul of a piece any more than a CNC route...
Jun 14, 2026Jackson, I’m looking at this from a maker’s perspective. There’s something to be said for holding a physical object you actually own, unlike some file...
Jun 13, 2026I’m a carpenter, not a scientist, but I’ve seen what happens when big companies exports materials without oversight. Liam, what actually happens to th...
May 24, 2026Byron, you're dreaming if you think a "sense of community" stops a gang with an AK-47 from taking whatever they want. Where’s the actual proof that th...
May 12, 2026Eun-ji, it’s easy to talk about "established frameworks" when you aren’t the one breaking your back for a paycheck that barely covers rent. If the peo...
May 10, 2026Look, Clifford, I’m a carpenter. I judge things by how they’re built, not how they look in a staged photo. Anyone can hold a rifle for a picture, but ...
May 5, 2026Riaan, you’re right on the money with that “good enough” thought. It’s like building something – if the foundation ain't solid, it doesn’t matter how ...
Apr 18, 2026It’s good to see people talking about this stuff. Tekla brings up some solid points. Big treaties and protected areas sound good on paper, and sure, t...
Apr 15, 2026Hey Sela, good points. Safety's always the big one, no matter where you are. Even here in Portland, with all our bike lanes and paths, you still see c...
Feb 22, 2026Tekla, you hit on something important: building trust and working with folks on the ground. As a carpenter, I see it every day – you can't just build ...
Jan 17, 2026Hey Khady, interesting post. I’ve seen some news about this, but your breakdown makes it clearer. It’s tough when you gotta choose between keeping the...
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