Perspective
Book Rec: A Little History of the World
A Little History of the World invites you on a journey through time, revealing ideas and discoveries that help us understand our world today. I visited New York recently. Within my four days there, I ventured to The Met three times; it’s the most impressive museum I’ve ever been in. Of course I wanted…
Read MoreWiki Rabbit Hole: LaCroix to Bluetooth
Turn a borderline-addictive habit into an opportunity to learn more about the world. Like previous Wiki rabbit holes, I stared blankly at my screen waiting for inspiration. Just to the right of my computer, a Passionfruit LaCroix sat half-full. Aha! And so we begin! A quick refresher on the concept: I often used…
Read MoreDear Ricardo: The Best Way to Spend a Snow Day
Inspired by Vincent Van Gogh’s letters in Dear Theo, I write letters to my future self about everyday life and events. January 28, 2019 Dear Ricardo, It snowed eight inches last night. The drifts remind me of the tundra in nature documentaries. Aside from the inconvenience, it truly is a beautiful sight. Fields of…
Read MoreWiki Rabbit Hole: Reclaimed Lumber to The Little Mermaid
Turn a borderline-addictive habit into an opportunity to learn more about the world. It’s been a while since I performed my last Wiki Rabbit Hole exercise, but I noticed something: I referenced information I learned on multiple occasions. It worked for me—and it’s fun! Here’s a refresher on the concept: I often used…
Read MoreWholesome Conversations at Whole Foods
I don’t shop at Whole Foods. I go for the wholesome conversations. I work from my apartment a lot. Sometimes it feels like I barely leave it. The other day, in the late afternoon, I had to get out. I felt a little lonely and wanted to work somewhere with people surrounding me. I’m…
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