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hillbillysocrates

Rustic philosophy & digital homesteading

Thoughts from the Porch

The internet feels like a global town square, but what I'm after is more like a quiet front porch conversation. Less shouting, more listening. Less performing, more being.

Welcome to my digital cabin. This isn't a blog so much as a collection of notes, half-formed ideas, and the occasional clear thought that makes it through the filter.

Recent ponderings:

Cabin Updates

March 15, 2024

Started reading Shop Class as Soulcraft. There's something about working with your hands that clarifies thinking. Maybe we need more digital "shop class" – places to build and fix things instead of just consume.

March 10, 2024

Rebuilt the chicken coop today. Made me think about website maintenance. Both need regular attention, occasional repairs, and protection from predators (digital or otherwise).

March 5, 2024

Added this guestbook section. I figure if someone makes the journey out here to this corner of the web, they should be able to leave their mark. Sign below if you're so inclined.

About This Place

I'm someone who values wisdom over information, depth over breadth, and quality connections over quantity. The name "hillbillysocrates" started as a joke about being a backcountry philosopher, but it stuck.

This website is hand-coded HTML/CSS because I believe in understanding the tools you use. It's hosted on Neocities because I like supporting independent web infrastructure. It's simple because complexity should be a choice, not a default.

You won't find ads here, or trackers, or pop-ups. Just words on a page. If that appeals to you, you're welcome to pull up a virtual rocking chair and stay awhile.

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