Philosophy
It’s not often I create a post just to share someone else’s thoughts (that’s what Twitter is for, right?), but one of my favorite authors wrote a piece recently that really spoke to me. “…I’ve learned the only way life can actually get better is if I face reality, face my mistakes and liabilities and…
Read More
Lifehacker is one of my favorite blogs to follow, as they offer tips and tricks that span the range of topics from technology and deals to cooking and hacks to home-projects. They just published a post entitled, “How To Identify and Avoid Spreading Misinformation, Myths, and Urban Legends on the Internet.” Click on the article…
Read More
“When you stop expecting people to be perfect, you can like them for who they are. And when you stop expecting material possessions to complete you, you’d be surprised at how much pleasure you get in material possessions. And when you stop expecting God to end all your troubles, you’d be surprised how much you…
Read More
It’s been a little while since my last post, with the busyness of life and work taking its hold on me. During this time, I’ve found that I’ve had many philosophical discussions with myself. Whether this is good or bad, we can figure out another day, but my point is that in times of busyness,…
Read More
I love technology. I use it every day. It’s provided me efficiency on so many levels. Heck, it’s given me a career. It’s good stuff. But sometimes? It really does make us stupider. Because we have such immediate access to information, stories and trends can truly become viral, evidenced perfectly by the YouTube phenomenon. But is this really a good thing? And here’s where I get to thinking…
Read MoreI’m currently reading A Million Miles in 1000 Years by Donald Miller, one of my favorite authors. I’ve also read a couple of his other efforts: Blue Like Jazz and Searching for God Knows What. I’ve appreciated his down-to-earth, conversational style of writing. I’m drawn to his sometimes blunt and open-book thought process on life,…
Read MoreComputers are useful tools for a variety of things. One of the most important ways I use my laptop is to manage my finances. I’ve been keeping track of “money shtuff” this way since college, and the ultra-convenience of paying bills, checking balances, and budgeting all in one spot has fit well in my life…
Read More