Joseph Crumpler
@josephcrumpler.bsky.social
Reader, writer, liberal, atheist & photographer
Wordless Wednesday #21
I found this shot terrifying.
I found this shot terrifying.
Wordless Wednesday #21
I found this shot terrifying.
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December 3, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Wordless Wednesday #21
I found this shot terrifying.
I found this shot terrifying.
Birding at Oak Canyon Nature Center
A quiet morning at Oak Canyon Nature Center brought few birds but plenty of beauty. Thirteen species, one new lifer, easy trails, and a peaceful hike made the visit worthwhile despite a slow birding day.
A quiet morning at Oak Canyon Nature Center brought few birds but plenty of beauty. Thirteen species, one new lifer, easy trails, and a peaceful hike made the visit worthwhile despite a slow birding day.
Birding at Oak Canyon Nature Center
A quiet morning at Oak Canyon Nature Center brought few birds but plenty of beauty. Thirteen species, one new lifer, easy trails, and a peaceful hike made the visit worthwhile despite a slow birding day.
peanutsinmypocket.com
December 1, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Birding at Oak Canyon Nature Center
A quiet morning at Oak Canyon Nature Center brought few birds but plenty of beauty. Thirteen species, one new lifer, easy trails, and a peaceful hike made the visit worthwhile despite a slow birding day.
A quiet morning at Oak Canyon Nature Center brought few birds but plenty of beauty. Thirteen species, one new lifer, easy trails, and a peaceful hike made the visit worthwhile despite a slow birding day.
Bird Nerd Project Results
The Bird Nerd Project for 2025 is officially complete. After photographing 170 species and learning more than I expected about fitness, photography, and birding, I’m already planning bigger goals for 2026 and beyond.
The Bird Nerd Project for 2025 is officially complete. After photographing 170 species and learning more than I expected about fitness, photography, and birding, I’m already planning bigger goals for 2026 and beyond.
Bird Nerd Project Results
The Bird Nerd Project for 2025 is officially complete. After photographing 170 species and learning more than I expected about fitness, photography, and birding, I’m already planning bigger goals for 2026 and beyond.
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 29, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Bird Nerd Project Results
The Bird Nerd Project for 2025 is officially complete. After photographing 170 species and learning more than I expected about fitness, photography, and birding, I’m already planning bigger goals for 2026 and beyond.
The Bird Nerd Project for 2025 is officially complete. After photographing 170 species and learning more than I expected about fitness, photography, and birding, I’m already planning bigger goals for 2026 and beyond.
Finding my Thrid Place
After losing my old Starbucks “third place,” I’ve started exploring local coffee shops with my son. The surprise has been how welcoming these small cafés feel, and how much I’ve missed sitting down with a good cup of coffee.
After losing my old Starbucks “third place,” I’ve started exploring local coffee shops with my son. The surprise has been how welcoming these small cafés feel, and how much I’ve missed sitting down with a good cup of coffee.
Finding my Thrid Place
After losing my old Starbucks “third place,” I’ve started exploring local coffee shops with my son. The surprise has been how welcoming these small cafés feel, and how much I’ve missed sitting down with a good cup of coffee.
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 27, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Finding my Thrid Place
After losing my old Starbucks “third place,” I’ve started exploring local coffee shops with my son. The surprise has been how welcoming these small cafés feel, and how much I’ve missed sitting down with a good cup of coffee.
After losing my old Starbucks “third place,” I’ve started exploring local coffee shops with my son. The surprise has been how welcoming these small cafés feel, and how much I’ve missed sitting down with a good cup of coffee.
Wordless Wednesday #20
A long dirt path cuts between water and stone, stretching toward a horizon caught beneath restless clouds. If feels like a place between worlds.
A long dirt path cuts between water and stone, stretching toward a horizon caught beneath restless clouds. If feels like a place between worlds.
Wordless Wednesday #20
A long dirt path cuts between water and stone, stretching toward a horizon caught beneath restless clouds. If feels like a place between worlds.
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 26, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Wordless Wednesday #20
A long dirt path cuts between water and stone, stretching toward a horizon caught beneath restless clouds. If feels like a place between worlds.
A long dirt path cuts between water and stone, stretching toward a horizon caught beneath restless clouds. If feels like a place between worlds.
Be Still and Watch
Learning to slow down while birding is harder than I expected. A patient morning at Bolsa Chica finally paid off with a Marsh Wren and a Common Yellowthroat, small rewards on my path toward next year’s bigger goals.
Learning to slow down while birding is harder than I expected. A patient morning at Bolsa Chica finally paid off with a Marsh Wren and a Common Yellowthroat, small rewards on my path toward next year’s bigger goals.
Be Still and Watch
Learning to slow down while birding is harder than I expected. A patient morning at Bolsa Chica finally paid off with a Marsh Wren and a Common Yellowthroat, small rewards on my path toward next year’s bigger goals.
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 25, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Be Still and Watch
Learning to slow down while birding is harder than I expected. A patient morning at Bolsa Chica finally paid off with a Marsh Wren and a Common Yellowthroat, small rewards on my path toward next year’s bigger goals.
Learning to slow down while birding is harder than I expected. A patient morning at Bolsa Chica finally paid off with a Marsh Wren and a Common Yellowthroat, small rewards on my path toward next year’s bigger goals.
Accidental Beauty
A cold day in Irvine brought family, chicken and waffles, and a little disappointing birding. Most photos were a bust, but one accidental shot of a bird lifting off a branch created a moment of unexpected beauty.
A cold day in Irvine brought family, chicken and waffles, and a little disappointing birding. Most photos were a bust, but one accidental shot of a bird lifting off a branch created a moment of unexpected beauty.
Accidental Beauty
A cold day in Irvine brought family, chicken and waffles, and a little disappointing birding. Most photos were a bust, but one accidental shot of a bird lifting off a branch created a moment of unexpected beauty.
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 23, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Accidental Beauty
A cold day in Irvine brought family, chicken and waffles, and a little disappointing birding. Most photos were a bust, but one accidental shot of a bird lifting off a branch created a moment of unexpected beauty.
A cold day in Irvine brought family, chicken and waffles, and a little disappointing birding. Most photos were a bust, but one accidental shot of a bird lifting off a branch created a moment of unexpected beauty.
A Walk in the Park
A flooded park, hundreds of ducks and geese, and one bright vermilion flycatcher made for a quiet, satisfying morning of birding. No new species, but plenty of beauty, reflection, and the simple joy of retirement.
A flooded park, hundreds of ducks and geese, and one bright vermilion flycatcher made for a quiet, satisfying morning of birding. No new species, but plenty of beauty, reflection, and the simple joy of retirement.
A Walk in the Park
A flooded park, hundreds of ducks and geese, and one bright vermilion flycatcher made for a quiet, satisfying morning of birding. No new species, but plenty of beauty, reflection, and the simple joy of retirement.
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 22, 2025 at 5:08 PM
A Walk in the Park
A flooded park, hundreds of ducks and geese, and one bright vermilion flycatcher made for a quiet, satisfying morning of birding. No new species, but plenty of beauty, reflection, and the simple joy of retirement.
A flooded park, hundreds of ducks and geese, and one bright vermilion flycatcher made for a quiet, satisfying morning of birding. No new species, but plenty of beauty, reflection, and the simple joy of retirement.
Rock Wren Surprise at Bolsa Chica
A surprise lifer at Bolsa Chica! With help from fellow birders, I photographed a Rock Wren up close. The encounter reminded me why I love birding: quiet solitude mixed with unexpected moments of connection.
A surprise lifer at Bolsa Chica! With help from fellow birders, I photographed a Rock Wren up close. The encounter reminded me why I love birding: quiet solitude mixed with unexpected moments of connection.
Rock Wren Surprise at Bolsa Chica
A surprise lifer at Bolsa Chica! With help from fellow birders, I photographed a Rock Wren up close. The encounter reminded me why I love birding: quiet solitude mixed with unexpected moments of connection.
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 21, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Rock Wren Surprise at Bolsa Chica
A surprise lifer at Bolsa Chica! With help from fellow birders, I photographed a Rock Wren up close. The encounter reminded me why I love birding: quiet solitude mixed with unexpected moments of connection.
A surprise lifer at Bolsa Chica! With help from fellow birders, I photographed a Rock Wren up close. The encounter reminded me why I love birding: quiet solitude mixed with unexpected moments of connection.
Wordless Wednesday #20
Photos of Great Egrets
Photos of Great Egrets
Wordless Wednesday #20
Photos of Great Egrets
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 19, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Wordless Wednesday #20
Photos of Great Egrets
Photos of Great Egrets
Wordless Wednesday #19
Wordless Wednesday #19
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November 12, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Wordless Wednesday #19
Wordless Wednesday #18
A bridge, a dry wash, a trace of graffiti
A bridge, a dry wash, a trace of graffiti
Wordless Wednesday #18
A bridge, a dry wash, a trace of graffiti
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 5, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Wordless Wednesday #18
A bridge, a dry wash, a trace of graffiti
A bridge, a dry wash, a trace of graffiti
Birding Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park
A young birder’s tip led me to a lifer: a Red-necked Phalarope. The joy of discovery quickly turned somber when I learned the bird had been taken by a kestrel later that day.
A young birder’s tip led me to a lifer: a Red-necked Phalarope. The joy of discovery quickly turned somber when I learned the bird had been taken by a kestrel later that day.
Birding Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park
A young birder’s tip led me to a lifer: a Red-necked Phalarope. The joy of discovery quickly turned somber when I learned the bird had been taken by a kestrel later that day.
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 3, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Birding Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park
A young birder’s tip led me to a lifer: a Red-necked Phalarope. The joy of discovery quickly turned somber when I learned the bird had been taken by a kestrel later that day.
A young birder’s tip led me to a lifer: a Red-necked Phalarope. The joy of discovery quickly turned somber when I learned the bird had been taken by a kestrel later that day.
Crown Prince Kipper Snacks Review
A disappointing experiment with Crown Prince Kipper Snacks with a fishy flavor, odd texture, and an unappealing presentation. A one-time taste test that won’t make it into my tinned fish rotation.
A disappointing experiment with Crown Prince Kipper Snacks with a fishy flavor, odd texture, and an unappealing presentation. A one-time taste test that won’t make it into my tinned fish rotation.
Crown Prince Kipper Snacks Review
A disappointing experiment with Crown Prince Kipper Snacks with a fishy flavor, odd texture, and an unappealing presentation. A one-time taste test that won’t make it into my tinned fish rotation.
peanutsinmypocket.com
November 3, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Crown Prince Kipper Snacks Review
A disappointing experiment with Crown Prince Kipper Snacks with a fishy flavor, odd texture, and an unappealing presentation. A one-time taste test that won’t make it into my tinned fish rotation.
A disappointing experiment with Crown Prince Kipper Snacks with a fishy flavor, odd texture, and an unappealing presentation. A one-time taste test that won’t make it into my tinned fish rotation.
Searching for the Common Gallinule
After six months of searching, I finally spotted the elusive common gallinule. Birding surprises like this are why I keep going, even when the birds I’m chasing don’t show. There’s always tomorrow.
After six months of searching, I finally spotted the elusive common gallinule. Birding surprises like this are why I keep going, even when the birds I’m chasing don’t show. There’s always tomorrow.
Searching for the Common Gallinule
After six months of searching, I finally spotted the elusive common gallinule. Birding surprises like this are why I keep going, even when the birds I’m chasing don’t show. There’s always tomorrow.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 31, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Searching for the Common Gallinule
After six months of searching, I finally spotted the elusive common gallinule. Birding surprises like this are why I keep going, even when the birds I’m chasing don’t show. There’s always tomorrow.
After six months of searching, I finally spotted the elusive common gallinule. Birding surprises like this are why I keep going, even when the birds I’m chasing don’t show. There’s always tomorrow.
Birding as a Path to Healing
Birding has become more than a hobby. It’s how I’m healing, physically and mentally. In quiet parks, among birds and sunrises, I’m rediscovering what peace feels like, one step and one photograph at a time.
Birding has become more than a hobby. It’s how I’m healing, physically and mentally. In quiet parks, among birds and sunrises, I’m rediscovering what peace feels like, one step and one photograph at a time.
Birding as a Path to Healing
Birding has become more than a hobby. It’s how I’m healing, physically and mentally. In quiet parks, among birds and sunrises, I’m rediscovering what peace feels like, one step and one photograph at a time.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 30, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Birding as a Path to Healing
Birding has become more than a hobby. It’s how I’m healing, physically and mentally. In quiet parks, among birds and sunrises, I’m rediscovering what peace feels like, one step and one photograph at a time.
Birding has become more than a hobby. It’s how I’m healing, physically and mentally. In quiet parks, among birds and sunrises, I’m rediscovering what peace feels like, one step and one photograph at a time.
Wordless Wednesday #17
Before the Lights: Backstage at a a high school dance recital, a group of young performers wait for their cue, caught between nerves and joy. A quiet instant of shared emotion before the lights, the music, and the movement begin.
Before the Lights: Backstage at a a high school dance recital, a group of young performers wait for their cue, caught between nerves and joy. A quiet instant of shared emotion before the lights, the music, and the movement begin.
Wordless Wednesday #17
Before the Lights: Backstage at a a high school dance recital, a group of young performers wait for their cue, caught between nerves and joy. A quiet instant of shared emotion before the lights, the music, and the movement begin.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Wordless Wednesday #17
Before the Lights: Backstage at a a high school dance recital, a group of young performers wait for their cue, caught between nerves and joy. A quiet instant of shared emotion before the lights, the music, and the movement begin.
Before the Lights: Backstage at a a high school dance recital, a group of young performers wait for their cue, caught between nerves and joy. A quiet instant of shared emotion before the lights, the music, and the movement begin.
Abstract iPhone Challenge – Day 2
I’ve kicked off a new creative challenge: 60 abstract iPhone photos, edited and shared one day at a time. Day 2 didn’t go as planned, but that’s the point, learn from the duds and keep moving.
I’ve kicked off a new creative challenge: 60 abstract iPhone photos, edited and shared one day at a time. Day 2 didn’t go as planned, but that’s the point, learn from the duds and keep moving.
Abstract iPhone Challenge – Day 2
I’ve kicked off a new creative challenge: 60 abstract iPhone photos, edited and shared one day at a time. Day 2 didn’t go as planned, but that’s the point, learn from the duds and keep moving.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 28, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Abstract iPhone Challenge – Day 2
I’ve kicked off a new creative challenge: 60 abstract iPhone photos, edited and shared one day at a time. Day 2 didn’t go as planned, but that’s the point, learn from the duds and keep moving.
I’ve kicked off a new creative challenge: 60 abstract iPhone photos, edited and shared one day at a time. Day 2 didn’t go as planned, but that’s the point, learn from the duds and keep moving.
Top Ten Tuesday: My Favorite Quotes
Words have shaped my journey as much as music ever did. From Emerson to Asimov, these ten quotes have kept me grounded, curious, and occasionally amused while reminding me what it means to live truthfully and fully.
Words have shaped my journey as much as music ever did. From Emerson to Asimov, these ten quotes have kept me grounded, curious, and occasionally amused while reminding me what it means to live truthfully and fully.
Top Ten Tuesday: My Favorite Quotes
Words have shaped my journey as much as music ever did. From Emerson to Asimov, these ten quotes have kept me grounded, curious, and occasionally amused while reminding me what it means to live truthfully and fully.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 28, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Top Ten Tuesday: My Favorite Quotes
Words have shaped my journey as much as music ever did. From Emerson to Asimov, these ten quotes have kept me grounded, curious, and occasionally amused while reminding me what it means to live truthfully and fully.
Words have shaped my journey as much as music ever did. From Emerson to Asimov, these ten quotes have kept me grounded, curious, and occasionally amused while reminding me what it means to live truthfully and fully.
Becoming a Clippers Fan at the Intuit Dome
My first Clippers game at the Intuit Dome turned out to be unforgettable. From luxury box seats to screaming from The Wall, I walked in a neutral and walked out a fan. The venue alone is worth the trip.
My first Clippers game at the Intuit Dome turned out to be unforgettable. From luxury box seats to screaming from The Wall, I walked in a neutral and walked out a fan. The venue alone is worth the trip.
Becoming a Clippers Fan at the Intuit Dome
My first Clippers game at the Intuit Dome turned out to be unforgettable. From luxury box seats to screaming from The Wall, I walked in a neutral and walked out a fan. The venue alone is worth the trip.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 27, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Becoming a Clippers Fan at the Intuit Dome
My first Clippers game at the Intuit Dome turned out to be unforgettable. From luxury box seats to screaming from The Wall, I walked in a neutral and walked out a fan. The venue alone is worth the trip.
My first Clippers game at the Intuit Dome turned out to be unforgettable. From luxury box seats to screaming from The Wall, I walked in a neutral and walked out a fan. The venue alone is worth the trip.
King Oscar Salmon in Olive Oil
A firm, flaky salmon in olive oil that delivers solid flavor and nutrition at a fair price. A satisfying, Wegovy-friendly meal, just wish the oil tasted better.
A firm, flaky salmon in olive oil that delivers solid flavor and nutrition at a fair price. A satisfying, Wegovy-friendly meal, just wish the oil tasted better.
King Oscar Salmon in Olive Oil
A firm, flaky salmon in olive oil that delivers solid flavor and nutrition at a fair price. A satisfying, Wegovy-friendly meal, just wish the oil tasted better.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 26, 2025 at 5:07 PM
King Oscar Salmon in Olive Oil
A firm, flaky salmon in olive oil that delivers solid flavor and nutrition at a fair price. A satisfying, Wegovy-friendly meal, just wish the oil tasted better.
A firm, flaky salmon in olive oil that delivers solid flavor and nutrition at a fair price. A satisfying, Wegovy-friendly meal, just wish the oil tasted better.
Woodpecker Number Five
I spotted my fifth woodpecker species of the year at Huntington Central Park, leveling up to what I’m calling “Woodpecker Level 2.” A productive morning of birding with my wife brought 35 species and a few surprises.
I spotted my fifth woodpecker species of the year at Huntington Central Park, leveling up to what I’m calling “Woodpecker Level 2.” A productive morning of birding with my wife brought 35 species and a few surprises.
Woodpecker Number Five
I spotted my fifth woodpecker species of the year at Huntington Central Park, leveling up to what I’m calling “Woodpecker Level 2.” A productive morning of birding with my wife brought 35 species and a few surprises.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 26, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Woodpecker Number Five
I spotted my fifth woodpecker species of the year at Huntington Central Park, leveling up to what I’m calling “Woodpecker Level 2.” A productive morning of birding with my wife brought 35 species and a few surprises.
I spotted my fifth woodpecker species of the year at Huntington Central Park, leveling up to what I’m calling “Woodpecker Level 2.” A productive morning of birding with my wife brought 35 species and a few surprises.
Wegovy Update: Week Three
Three weeks into my Wegovy journey, I’ve lost 8 pounds and seen improved glucose control with minimal side effects. The biggest challenge so far has been managing hunger spikes and rebuilding lost muscle, but overall, I’m making steady progress.
Three weeks into my Wegovy journey, I’ve lost 8 pounds and seen improved glucose control with minimal side effects. The biggest challenge so far has been managing hunger spikes and rebuilding lost muscle, but overall, I’m making steady progress.
Wegovy Update: Week Three
Three weeks into my Wegovy journey, I’ve lost 8 pounds and seen improved glucose control with minimal side effects. The biggest challenge so far has been managing hunger spikes and rebuilding lost muscle, but overall, I’m making steady progress.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Wegovy Update: Week Three
Three weeks into my Wegovy journey, I’ve lost 8 pounds and seen improved glucose control with minimal side effects. The biggest challenge so far has been managing hunger spikes and rebuilding lost muscle, but overall, I’m making steady progress.
Three weeks into my Wegovy journey, I’ve lost 8 pounds and seen improved glucose control with minimal side effects. The biggest challenge so far has been managing hunger spikes and rebuilding lost muscle, but overall, I’m making steady progress.
Four Woodpeckers and an Owl I Still Can’t Find
A year into birding, I’ve found four woodpecker species and zero owls. Spotting birds isn’t always easy, but with patience, a good spotter, and a little luck, I’ve made more progress than I ever expected.
A year into birding, I’ve found four woodpecker species and zero owls. Spotting birds isn’t always easy, but with patience, a good spotter, and a little luck, I’ve made more progress than I ever expected.
Four Woodpeckers and an Owl I Still Can’t Find
A year into birding, I’ve found four woodpecker species and zero owls. Spotting birds isn’t always easy, but with patience, a good spotter, and a little luck, I’ve made more progress than I ever expected.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 24, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Four Woodpeckers and an Owl I Still Can’t Find
A year into birding, I’ve found four woodpecker species and zero owls. Spotting birds isn’t always easy, but with patience, a good spotter, and a little luck, I’ve made more progress than I ever expected.
A year into birding, I’ve found four woodpecker species and zero owls. Spotting birds isn’t always easy, but with patience, a good spotter, and a little luck, I’ve made more progress than I ever expected.
Bird Nerd Project Update: 155 and Climbing
The Bird Nerd Project is winding down, and I just hit 155 species photographed. For next year, I’m aiming higher. I’m thinking about targeting 250. Is that realistic? I’d love to hear your take on it.
The Bird Nerd Project is winding down, and I just hit 155 species photographed. For next year, I’m aiming higher. I’m thinking about targeting 250. Is that realistic? I’d love to hear your take on it.
Bird Nerd Project Update: 155 and Climbing
The Bird Nerd Project is winding down, and I just hit 155 species photographed. For next year, I’m aiming higher. I’m thinking about targeting 250. Is that realistic? I’d love to hear your take on it.
peanutsinmypocket.com
October 23, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Bird Nerd Project Update: 155 and Climbing
The Bird Nerd Project is winding down, and I just hit 155 species photographed. For next year, I’m aiming higher. I’m thinking about targeting 250. Is that realistic? I’d love to hear your take on it.
The Bird Nerd Project is winding down, and I just hit 155 species photographed. For next year, I’m aiming higher. I’m thinking about targeting 250. Is that realistic? I’d love to hear your take on it.