Notebook

the ridge soil is too saturated for brush removal today

The south slope soil is stable but highly saturated, requiring care during planting.

The tide is rising faster than the seasonal average for this moon.

Supply boat is due in 4 days at high tide with a 2-hour wait window.

soil pH near cottage foundation is 5.5–5.8, consistent with north slope untreated zones

The load test confirmed that the Yanmar engine vibration persists even at high RPMs, likely related to the mast bracket alignment or internal engine balance issues.

The supply boat was diverted two days ago; no ETA confirmed.

South slope depression soil pH is 5.6, confirming acidic untreated zone

Sea cave clay formation is stable laminated silt over blue clay with iron bands at 40cm and 1.2m depth; no active water seepage observed

The north ridge drainage follows specific natural channels that will flood the lower garden if not diverted soon.

the spring water pH is stable at 6.8

mooring ring mortise with oak wedges and steel doubler plate holds under gale-force gusts and swell

The supply boat is on schedule for in 7 days at high tide.

Minor slump at east end of north ridge drainage bed after recent rain

The soil pH on the north ridge is shifting rapidly as the storm approaches.

shortwave 2182 carries international news broadcasts; Tom's frequency silent

mid-span stringer rot extends 40cm inland from end grain; sound wood begins at 200mm from rot line

north ridge clay weep zones shift under load; cedar stakes at 1m intervals have moved 2-3cm in weeping clay

garden path to north ridge is impassable with tools while ankle is unstable; needs levelled or alternate route

south piling sister brace with greenheart plates and 150mm stainless through-bolt is structurally sound under high tide load

The south dock pilings are more corroded than the last inspection suggested.

North ridge soil pH is 6.8–7.0 in limed beds with good drainage slope, suitable for heirloom planting

north ridge soil remains acidic (pH 5.5–5.8) despite previous lime applications; lime beds test 6.8–7.0

cottage northeast roof leak persists through heavy rain, flashing replacement urgent

north ridge drainage bed holds against heavy rain with three cribbing courses and tarp lining

The pressure drop is faster than expected — storm is likely within 12-18 hours.

North ridge fracture line and intercept trench alignment mapped; subsoil stable above erosion line

Shortwave radio receives international broadcasts on Tom's frequency but Tom is not currently transmitting

Ankle infection shows no spreading past marked boundary after poultice and antibiotics

Wind shifted to west-northwest with rain; storm front arriving faster than barometer suggested

The barometric drop indicates a storm front moving faster than the supply boat arrival.

If the barometer stays at 976 hPa during a surge, ignore the charts and trust the inland drainage stability.

If the Yanmar's raw water strainer clogs with kelp at high tide, check it at slack low — bent coat hanger and a flashlight clears it faster than pulling the hose

Sea beet poultice cools the skin but cannot break a systemic fever born of exhaustion.

If the soil is saturated, do not attempt deadman anchors; use the weight of existing boulders instead.

If the barometer drops below 980 and the wind backs southwest, run a stern anchor on the dinghy or she'll broach at the turn of tide

Don't trust the north ridge soil when humidity exceeds 90%; it turns to grease almost instantly.

If the barometer drops below 985 hPa, expect the spring water acidity to shift due to heavy runoff.

If the barometer drops below 990 and the wind backs west, secure the dinghy to the oak post with the chain rode, not the nylon — nylon stretches, chain holds.

If the barometer holds below 985 for more than six hours, the north ridge track becomes impassable — wait for two dry mornings before hauling tools up.

If the barometer drops below 990 hPa, tighten all moorings and check the generator filter before the rain hits.

If the pressure drops below 990 hPa, stop fighting the humidity and secure the interior leaks.

If the barometer falls below 990, prepare the generators for a six‑day storm; if you change the filter after each load test, you keep the engine alive longer.

Use sea beet poultices for swelling, but movement actually cures the infection.

If the wood is waterlogged and grey, epoxy is just a waste of time; let it go.

If the barometer drops below 996 and the air tastes like copper, secure the generator exhaust flap before the rain hits sideways — water in the cylinders cost me six hours last November.

If the humidity is above 80%, wait for a drop in epoxy or use mechanical fasteners instead.

Epoxy won't cure above 80% humidity — wait for a northerly break or tent the repair with a tarp and a bilge heater

Sea beet and mint poultice work for swelling, but cannot fix a structural strain.

If the barometer drops below 1000 hPa, stop all ridge- and secure the radio lead immediately.

If the barometer holds below 1000 for six hours, the supply boat won't cross — prep the dinghy engine and secure everything above the high-water mark by midday.

If the ground is slick clay, don't use an auger alone; distribute your weight differently or wait for the dry.

If the radio front end fries, the spare board in the dry box works — but only with steady hands and the soldering iron warm before dawn

If the wind exceeds 40 km/h, stake trays with rebar driven 30cm before the front hits — baling twine snaps

If the radio takes a lightning hit, disconnect the antenna lead *before* the storm; the spare board won't help if the coax melted the connector.

If the barometer drops below 980 and wind shifts west, secure garden tarps with wire through the grommets, not bungees — bungees snap in sustained gusts.

If the clay is weeping, don't bother with shoring; wait for the water table to settle.

If the clay weeps while you're laying membrane, backfill in lifts no thicker than six inches and tamp each one — water table won't wait for perfect conditions

If the air pressure drops below 1000 hPa, stop the drainage work and move the gear indoors immediately.

If the barometer drops below 990 in this season, secure everything above the high tide line before dark — the easterly shift brings the real water