Good duckie duckie!

Look, it’s a squirrel!

I’m hoping for Weird AL.

Good call. I like that.

Yup, I’m guessing that’ll do it all right. Knit a few pairs of socks, and just normalize the world away!

This is why we are doomed. People take a look at the dumpster fire that’s life now and say, “Have you tried knotting socks and not being sad?”

Myself, I reply with what I hope is understanding and compassion, and say, “Yes indeed, things look bleak. You, unknown internet person, are not alone in feeling this way”

Chicory. Nice pic!!!

Oak dowels will be 2 to 3 times harder than pine, and more durable because of that. Widely available at any hardware store.