This is a diary passage I wrote on August 8th,2012. “What the fuck is my purpose?” Let’s go back, way back, to high school graduation. What a proud day that you were so over being a part of. Although you acted like you were too cool for the tassels and gown, a trickling stream of ambitions had … Continue reading »
Almost 2 weeks ago I decided that I was going to track every hour of my day and see how I was using my time. I logged everything I did the whole week, and then took a week to really think about what I observed. Below are my findings (please welcome some nifty charts and … Continue reading »
Almost two years ago, I decided to get a tattoo. However the temptation to get more and more is borderline overwhelming. If I succumb to my desires, it would OBVIOUSLY result in sleeves on my arms and legs, words and vibrant pictures on my neck, ultimately screwing myself out of 80% of the careers I … Continue reading »
On Father’s Day I had the pleasure of visiting Brendan’s Dad. While sitting on the back patio he told us a story that someone had asked him what the ideal gift was for a dad on father’s day. He replied “something simple that they’ll like, and time. Time is the real gift.“ Immediately this came … Continue reading »
Ah college, the time to live in the dorms, make new eclectic friends, and really “discover” yourself. Not going to lie, I fucking miss it. Although I tend to think I was more of a college snob than most; I never tried to join a sorority, or drink some mystery jungle juice, nor did I ever … Continue reading »
In the blue corner, tipping the scale toward emotional maturity and self-awareness, we have Alone! His strengths are self-sufficiency, fortitude, and forcing you to think about uncomfortable things. His weaknesses are teamwork and being a source comfort when you’re down. Aaaand in the red corner, weighing in at one bucket of tears, is Lonely! He … Continue reading »
I guess I should start with saying this: I’m back on the prowl for a new challenge in my life aka: the job that will take me to the next level. I have many friends that work in the tech industry and they often tell me something like “and then I moved to ____ company … Continue reading »
Unless you’re this guy, playing ping-pong is about fun rallies. And it seems pretty straightforward, right? Tap the ball over the net, then tap it back. I was recently reminded, however, that tending to lively balls with a firm surface can result in some volatile interactions. (*Snickers*) Inappropriate jokes aside, ping-pong is a great analogy … Continue reading »
When I get stuck in a rut, it’s hard to get out. I try harder and harder, digging my wheels in my heels in, trying to find that secret passageway to China, to the other side where brightness lies. I dig doggedly in determination, and without even realizing it, I’m in a big, dark hole. … Continue reading »
We all live in bubbles of our own making, where comfort zones and rationalizations make pretty, soapy swirls and a cozy, finite environment. The bubble effect is part of what makes the Bay Area great– a dogged sense of optimism, innovation, and tech glam in spite of grim global problems. That being said, a consumer technology … Continue reading »
Its that time again, 90 degree days…. 80 degree nights, and that pool or beach is calling our name for some refuge from the inferno! We either love or hate the summer, and I think the reason most of us hate it is because of bikinis. I love soaking up the sun, but the thought … Continue reading »
