Brian Ziman

Belly rubs sketch #dragon #art

commonly misunderstood map, "sheep density" actually shows density of each sheep. central european and the nordic sheeps weigh much less for the same volume than their spanish and italian counterparts. northern english and welsh sheeps are either heavier than lead or are extremely small

You could "accidentally" leave the Tomahawk Relief Valve open. There are very, very few people who will get that reference. #lmam #norwescon www.reddit.com/r/Writeresea...

I finally joined the con ribbon badge craze, featuring my shoulder dragon who is well loved by everyone who sees him. We are giving a little love back at the next con. @pcnametag.bsky.social

@edwardmartiniii.bsky.social You all ready for Norwescon!

First attempt at cottage pie! It worked out pretty well, I think. #cooking

Why Do Some People Still Wear Masks In 2026 And On A Completely Unrelated Note Why Is Everyone In The Office Sick Right Now Apart From The Guy In The Mask?

The best thing about being a grownup, is I can have Thanksgiving dinner in March, if I want to. Quail, hash brown casserole, candied sweet potatoes, green beans with bacon and onions, a pan sauce, and home made baguette. All from fresh ingredients from #PikePlaceMarket. #cooking

So glad to be home to #Seattle, and my kitchen and #PikePlaceMarket. I present (the remaining three quarters) of my grandmother's "meat pie" - basically a biscuit-topped beef stew. #cooking

Join us on Friday of #nwc48 for the Black Light Rave. Glow under the neon lights and dance wild through the night! This is the second of three amazing dance worlds making one epic weekend of #Norwescon dances! Find the song suggestion form at the link: buff.ly/0mAQ938.

I got to taste an 1894 Cognac at The Doctor's Office in Capitol Hill tonight! #Seattle

The nonprofit Trevor Project received a $45 million gift from billionaire MacKenzie Scott at the end of 2025.

I wish everyone a joyous Sol Invictus, the celebration of being unconquered by superstition and consistent in the pursuit and sharing of knowledge. #tst

I just completed "Playground" - Day 8 - Advent of Code 2025 #AdventOfCode adventofcode.com/2025/day/8

This is much harder when you've only had four hours of sleep over the last 60 hours. I just completed "Laboratories" - Day 7 - Advent of Code 2025 #AdventOfCode adventofcode.com/2025/day/7

Another top 1,000 finish... but I struggled with typing tonight more than I should have. I just completed "Trash Compactor" - Day 6 - Advent of Code 2025 #AdventOfCode adventofcode.com/2025/day/6

Another top-1000 finish! I just completed "Cafeteria" - Day 5 - Advent of Code 2025 #AdventOfCode adventofcode.com/2025/day/5

SMOF News, volume 5, issue 14: A few annoyances about convention information, and news in brief. smofnews.substack.com/p/smof-news-...

Another top 1000! I just completed "Printing Department" - Day 4 - Advent of Code 2025 #AdventOfCode adventofcode.com/2025/day/4

Woo! Near the top 500 today... that's probably going to be my best showing of the year. I've completed "Lobby" - Day 3 - Advent of Code 2025 #AdventOfCode adventofcode.com/2025/day/3

I should create an #AdventOfCode private leaderboard for people who solve the problems while drinking.

I just completed "Gift Shop" - Day 2 - Advent of Code 2025 #AdventOfCode adventofcode.com/2025/day/2

I've completed "Secret Entrance" - Day 1 - Advent of Code 2025 #AdventOfCode adventofcode.com/2025/day/1

Changing the clocks twice a year is stupid.

My version of chicken cassoulet. Not bad for a first attempt. Duck fat makes everything better. #dinner

Happy Halloween! #tst

A hearty pork and vegetable stew for a nice rainy #Seattle day. #dinner

Nice walk around #Seattle yesterday. It's always fun to find new angles of the Space Needle.

Do you know of a paint or other feature that is NOT visible under UV light, but is VISIBLE under normal light?

@deviantollam.bsky.social can you make it to the chantey sing tonight?

The best thing about cooler weather is that I can get back to cooking my favorite meals. Tonight, I made pot roast! #dinner

September is Library Card Sign-up Month, and you don't have to get a tattoo of the Central Library to celebrate. (Though we ❤️ this ink by SPL patrons Alex H. and Jazmine S.!) Just sign up for a Library card, or encourage your friends and family to get one!

Loving the new art from one of my patreon memberships that arrived in the mail! @dreadpiratebri.bsky.social

How do you feel about The Seattle Public Library’s spaces, collections, programs, and services? Take our brief survey and let us know: www.spl.org/CommunitySurvey The survey closes at 5 p.m. on September 24. The survey should take about 10 minutes to complete. Your responses are anonymous.

SMOF News, volume 4, issue 51: Ice rink is a bad place to put a vendor hall, Worldcon roundup, and news in brief. smofnews.substack.com/p/smof-news-...

Pork chop with braised cabbage and apples. #dinner

I had a blast at #worldcon, but I'm so glad to be home to my own kitchen. Potato scallion pancakes with herbed cheese, smoked salmon, salmon roe, and dill; cucumber dill salad with a lemon vinaigrette; and roasted shishito peppers. #dinner