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Bangkok: Sawasdee Khrap

Bangkok: Sawasdee Khrap

Bangkok changed the way I think about cities. In its neon streets, crowded temples, and layered history, I discovered what urban texture truly means—and why some places stay with you long after you leave.

Turning 16 Years Old

Turning 16 Years Old

A reflection on my daughter turning 16 and how she continues to grow.

46

46

A year of change, road trips, shared meals, and learning to be present. From Yukon highways to meditation cushions, this is what 46 taught me about showing up.

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We grab frantically at social network signals, news, podcasts — whatever — during all moments of downtime. Nevermind the last time we heard our voice, when’s the last time we gave our voice a chance to be heard?

A quote from the first edition of Roden (2012!) from Craig Mod in celebration of writing edition number 100. He's been one of my favourite writers/photographers over the years, based in Japan.

Definitely worth subscribing to his newsletter.

Tags: micro | social media
But, from personal experience, I know there are many ways to use AI for writing that are not only ethical, but actually strengthen your ability to write and think. Programmers understand this...

… using AI is like hiring someone.

A quote from Nathan Baschez, developer of Lex, an AI-powered writing app, was included in the first Lex Annual Letter. The metaphor he suggests is a powerful idea, I think, and something I will find myself thinking about a lot in the coming days.

Lex Annual Letter: Why don’t more writers use AI?
Hi! Nathan here, founder of Lex. This week, a new tradition: an annual letter from me to you. By all measures, 2024 was an incredible year for Lex. We…
Lex
Tags: micro | writing | ai

A little late to the party in discovering this new album from Jon Batiste (out in the fall 2024). He takes Beethoven and other classical artists‘ piano scores and transforms them into blues.

Brilliant music. New favourite album to write/work to.

Tags: micro | music | jon batiste

Long Live the Queen - Mary Sloan

Commissioner of Yukon Adeline Webber, in her capacity as Chancellor of the Order of Yukon, is honoured to announce the 2024 inductees to the Order of Yukon. This year’s inductees are Nesta Leduc, Mary Sloan and Joseph Rudolphe (Rudy) Couture.

Tags: theatre | mary sloan | high school

Started watching The Godfather, as per my tradition, on New Year's Eve. This time, I was watching with my girlfriend (who hasn't seen it before!) and without alcohol. It made for a far more enjoyable experience.

Tags: micro | film
Tom Holland on Christianity

Tom Holland on Christianity

Historian Tom Holland discusses Christianity's unprecedented influence on world history, from ancient Rome to modern America. A fascinating conversation about religion's enduring impact and future relevance.

Tags: christianity | tom holland

Trailer for the new Superman movie has me more excited for the DC Universe than I ever was with the Marvel movies. Looking forward to the future of these films.

Tags: micro | trailers

Can AI help restore the humanity in our inbox? Every's new tool Cora suggests a more mindful path through digital overwhelm. Signed up for the waiting list and curious to explore it.

Tags: micro | ai | email
Ever since starting this newsletter, going on three years ago, I’ve consistently gone a bit quiet in mid-to-late December. Part of it is that other stuff crops up. School volunteer commitments, the odd party or lunch, school concerts and so. But in truth, the deeper underlying reason for my lapsing into silence this time of year is the shame I feel over finding myself poor, yet again, at Christmas.

Feeling this entire post from Leah McLaren, how to be poor and happy at christmas.

Tags: micro | christmas

The full trailer of season 2 of Severance just dropped and it looks incredible, as expected. Plenty of time to watch the excellent first season and catch up.

Tags: micro | severance | tv

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