Self-hosted blog

AndyBarber.com

Thoughts on technology, genealogy, movies, television, and life.

For many years, this page was just a straight blog. This new version brings the blog back with a clean, self-hosted setup fully controlled by me.

Topics

  • Systems administration
  • Genealogy and family history
  • Movies and television
  • Personal writing and updates

Latest posts

Clean, readable publishing without WordPress.com lock-in.

March 31, 2016 1 min read

They’re Killin’ Me!

They're Killin' Me! If you have children and they want to drive... don't let them... ever. Three kids have started their driving career in the same car. #1 kid... no problems. #2 kid... wrecked the same car to the point…

By Andy Barber
March 22, 2016 1 min read

Ritual Proficiency

Two days ago, I tested for my second level of ritual proficiency for Kappa Sigma… Grand Master. I received my first level of ritual proficiency, Grand Master of Ceremonies, in 1993. I have a plan to complete all six wit…

By Andy Barber
March 18, 2016 2 min read

A New Journey

Back in January, I began a new journey and petitioned Harrison, TN Lodge No. 114 F&AM for membership. It just feels like I should be more of service to people. I've known of the Masons and their service and have for man…

By Andy Barber
Seeking Hosting Advice
March 10, 2016 1 min read

Seeking Hosting Advice

I am seeking hosting advice. Recently, I have been looking to downsize, get rid of my server cabinet and the servers inside. As such, I need a place to host my websites. I have tinkered with AWS and had a brief look at …

By Andy Barber
New Page Theme
February 22, 2016 1 min read

New Page Theme

I hope you enjoy this new page theme! As I am prone to do, I am tinkering with a couple of new themes for my web presence. I sincerely appreciate your patience during this time of transition.

By Andy Barber