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The Only Child Diaries PodcastAuthor: Tracy Wallace
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The Brochure on Daylight Savings Time, Bobcats and Water Leaks
Episode 25
Tuesday, 10 March, 2026
Send a textWhat happens when the clock jumps forward, your diabetic cat needs precision, and a bobcat picks your block for a fly-by? We open up about a week where tiny shifts—sixty minutes, a pawstep on pavement, a chirp from a toilet—reshape everything from pet care to peace of mind. The story starts with daylight savings and the awkward dance of moving Bubbie’s insulin shots without rattling his rhythm. We break down the half-hour step method, why consistency matters for glucose, and how to keep your head when the “old time vs. new time” math gets messy.From there, we head into our canyon, where later light feels like an extra layer of safety. Coyotes are familiar neighbors; the bobcat is new. Without glasses, the shape is a riddle until it’s close enough to read the tufted ears and confident stride. Brownie, our 14-pound warrior, goes silent and focused instead of loud and brave, reminding us that instinct can be wiser than ego. We talk practicals for shared spaces with wildlife—leash management, route choices, reading animal behavior—and the wonder that comes with seeing a wild cat up close while still choosing the smart retreat.The week’s third plot twist arrives at home: a mechanical chirp every time the faucet runs, followed by a city alert for unusual water use. With our plumber away, we walk through a simple diagnostic checklist, find the culprit, and kill the noise with a twist of a shutoff valve. It’s a small, satisfying win that saves both stress and water. Along the way, we tie together three themes—time, nature, maintenance—and the common skill they require: noticing early. We reflect on how a little vigilance with clocks, critters, and pipes can keep life steadier, safer, and a lot less expensive.If our mix of humor, real-life pet care, canyon wildlife, and homeowner problem-solving hits home, follow the show, leave a rating and review, and share this episode with a friend who juggles pets, nature, or a quirky house. Your support helps others find us and keeps these stories coming.For the Only Child Diaries:Check us out on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/onlychilddiariespodcast/orInstagram https://www.instagram.com/onlychilddiaries/orThreadshttps://www.threads.net/@onlychilddiariesand onBluesky https://bsky.app/profile/onlychilddiaries.bsky.social
