“While democracy has advanced, the part we ordinary citizens have played in the making and sustaining of the places and communities we live in has diminished. Never has so much been decided for so many by so few.” (David Fleming, Shaun Chamberlin, Surviving the Future)

Has anyone used the “Brick” device to be able to make your phone less distracting? Is it helpful? Worth the cost?

What’s the over-under that we’re already in The Bad Place?

Few things on earth with less courage than a GOP Senator, it seems.

A wild, thought-provoking ride, so far! Currently reading: Lean Logic by David Fleming 📚

Trying to figure out the difference between brake cleaner and parts cleaner when it comes to DIY maintenance and repairs. Do you use these interchangeably? Anything else you typically reach for when you need to clean dirt and oil off of something?

Don’t worry, everyone! I’m sure that (checks notes) Republicans in the Senate will save…ah…Nevermind. We’re screwed.

Anyone out there read “Lean Logic” by David Fleming? Worth owning and perusing?

Always a good day when my squad standup is my only meeting! :) Probably my favorite part about being a software engineer at a company that prioritizes my problem-solving time.

You ever look at a task and think “Gosh, I wish lightsabers were real”? Because this happens to me frequently.

Sure, everything sucks right now. But at least it’s pizza and movie night over here!

Aww, cute! Peter Thiel did a lil' word study on ἀποκάλυψις Next he should do one on ἀντίχριστος! 🙄🫠

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The news media seem incapable of simply telling the truth about popular political nonsense. It’s as if there’s an unshakeable assumption that, because these things are happening and enough people are already going along with it, that things must make (and be described as making) some kind of sense.

Just got through a round of family sickness the other day, and now our 4yo’s got a double ear infection. Sigh.

“The ice we skate is gettin' pretty thin
The water’s gettin' warm, so you might as well swim
My world’s on fire, how ‘bout yours?”
I DON’T REALLY LIKE IT AND I’D RATHER BE BORED.

Well, maybe enough of the world will just catch on fire until we have the collective will to start fixing stuff. 🤷‍♂️

What music is getting you through (gestures broadly) these days?

I think we’re living in the dumbest timeline.

Is it kind?
Is it true?
Is it necessary?
Does it need to be said?
Does it need to be said by me?
Does it need to be said right now?

What’s bringing you joy these days? People, habits, recipes, books, TV shows, movies, etc.