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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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New nothing ear buds to replace my AirPods Gen 3. A special Father’s Day gift from my girlfriend. First listen, sounds amazing and comfortable.

Tags: micro

The Local Project is an Australian YouTube channel showcasing unique homes with discussion from the key figures involved to explain the reasons behind each choice made in the design.

The latest home is one of my favourites.

Tags: micro | architecture

Rewatching Severance with my girlfriend this week (she hasn’t seen it before). I think the second time through is even better than the first time. So, so good.

New season teaser is out too.

Tags: micro | severance

It's been just over two years since I last took a break from Twitter.

I decided to delete it this time. Re-read what I wrote, plus a nudge from my girlfriend. Time to focus my energies on more important things in life.

Tags: micro | twitter

Lesson of the day, which is just starting, for me: if someone asks you to give 100% in a relationship, give more than what you think that means.

Especially true for men, I think.

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I believe President Biden will announce he is withdrawing from the 2024 race imminently.

An interesting read from Scott Galloway who writes about the “male ego, family dynamics, and scenario planning” involved with the decision.

Time to Leave | No Mercy / No Malice
Not If, When I believe President Biden will announce he is withdrawing from the 2024 race imminently. Just as anybody who’s seen a commercial or a logo believes they’re an expert in advertising and design, I’ve convinced myself I have insights into the inner workings of the Beltway. I don’t. However, I do understand the […]
No Mercy / No MaliceScott Galloway
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Today was spent updating Ghost, the blogging platform I use. Everything is done through the Linux terminal. I spent hours researching and troubleshooting why the blog engine wasn't starting. I almost gave up.

Turns out, it did start. I only needed to check with a web browser.

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All we can hope for is that someone in a position of power — hopefully Joe Biden himself — is responsibly deliberating that matter right now. And that if he ultimately decides to stay in the race, he can demonstrate his health, vigor, and readiness.

No matter which it is, however, we should be under no illusions: if Biden steps down, either due to necessity or perceived expediency — it will be a Very Bad Thing. It will be an even bigger gift to Donald Trump that the current discourse. It may very well ensure that he wins the election


My thoughts have started leaning towards this line of thinking by Craig, writing at Cup of Coffee.


No easy decision to be made, and a similar choice will be made by Trudeau before the next election.

Tags: politics | micro

I wish I had the words to express how I'm feeling right now. Gutted comes to mind, but it doesn't feel sufficient.

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Her: Happy anniversary!

Me: I am going to send you a treat to help celebrate.

Her: No need to get me anything. Save money.

Me: No, I'm treating you to something. You don't need to spend anything on me and that way we save.

That's math.

Tags: micro | relationships

A fun day at the farmers market with my mom and daughter today in Kelowna. Made me think about walking through the market with my girlfriend earlier in the year, her first experience of the one here. Also reminded me of what it was like to go there when my daughter was much younger.

If you spot these sauces from Kizuna, they are incredible. I've been cooking with the BBQ sauce the past week. Available online too.

Kizuna sauces Inc.
Welcome to our online store, where Kizuna Sauces bring you confidence and flavor for your home. Discover our delicious sauces today!
Kizuna Sauces Inc
Tags: micro | kelowna

A fantastic start to the new season of The Bear. I am only 4 episodes into it, but so far it is captivating and takes me right back into the chaotic world of the kitchen at The Bear restaurant.

I am anxious to see where this season goes.

Tags: micro | tv

Wonderful write-up at NY Times about Conan O'Brien and his latest projects.

O’Brien’s return might have been that it was overshadowed by “Hot Ones.” For 30 minutes, O’Brien made every previous episode of that show look bland, hijacking the interview, adopting a swaggering idiot persona, hilariously taunting the host and swigging entire bottles of hot sauce while becoming increasingly unhinged. There was a clownishness and commitment that is hard to imagine any other late-night host pulling off.

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/21/arts/television/conan-obrien.html

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