Life

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It Feels Like Love is the Hardest Art to Learn*

Back in October of 2024, I joined about 120 of my former colleagues, or about 9% of the company, and departed Automattic. I joined the company nearly 11 years earlier in 2013. I don’t think it is a stretch to say making the decision to leave was one of the most difficult ones I had […]

I’m Going to Change the World

As some of you may know I recently graduated with my second Associates degree. While I may not be a truly qualified to ride a dinosaur (sorry to burst anyone’s bubble) I have decided that I am going to change the world. I haven’t worked out all the details yet but I do know that […]

Thanks To You, Teachers

Today is National Teacher Appreciation Day. Therefore, I wanted to take a moment and thank all the teachers I’ve had throughout the years. You’ve all made an impact in my life in one way or another. I would like to especially thank some of you individually for making Mrs. Fransen and Mrs. Flenner (Pre-K and […]

Owning It, How To Solve Problems

This post outlines one process for problem solving. This is a process I find helps me solve problems and has lead to success in my life. It may work for you, it may not. I should also point out that this post was unwittingly co-authored by my brother. Own Your Shit Okay so you made […]

Valentine’s Day, The Thanksgiving of Love

Valentine’s Day seems to be one of those holidays that brings out an array of emotions in people. For some it brings back painful memories of lost loves, loneliness, sadness and longing to be loved. For others it brings the joy of a new relationship, the happiness years of commitment bring, or even just perspective […]