On a downtown Oklahoma City walk, I expected steps, not drama. Instead, I found a tiny bird in a puddle having the worst bath of its life. My Garmin buzzed, my steps stalled, and I stood there laughing. Sometimes, the best part of walking isn’t the miles—it’s the detours.

My Merry Men of Mount Rushmore painting is still wallowing in the ugly stage. Eyes are straight, heads are forming, and I’ve promised to keep at it—progress-ish.

Matt and I launched a backyard science experiment to test the accuracy of rain gauges. Round one? A washout—literally.

As I wandered through the exhibit, I realized that most cooks (and creators) tend to fall into one of three distinct categories: The Recipe "Stickler" The Recipe "Guideliner" The Recipe "Free For Aller" Each style reflects a different mindset. And while they can evoke everything from anxiety to exhilaration—let’s be honest—sometimes they’re also a recipe for disaster.