Perpetual Learning
Hey everyone, As a gardener, I’m used to thinking about cycles – planting, growing, harvesting, and then preparing for the next season. It’s a natural progression. But when it comes to our homes, especially around the ten-year mark for a roof, we sometimes face a different kind of decision: repair or replace? Recently, I’ve been … Read more
It’s frustrating, isn’t it? You finish a cycle, open the dishwasher, and find a puddle of water lingering at the bottom. It’s a common issue, and one that usually points to a problem with the drainage system. Today, let’s dive into why this might be happening and specifically look at something called the dishwasher’s drainage … Read more
It’s hard to ignore the numbers. We’re seeing a significant and growing gap between what chief executives earn and what the average worker takes home. As someone who spent decades in the tech industry, I’ve seen firsthand how executive compensation can skyrocket, often in ways that seem disconnected from the daily realities of most employees. … Read more
It turns out, the official numbers on AI adoption in businesses might be telling only half the story. A recent report from MIT suggests a much more dynamic picture: a significant “shadow AI economy” is already at play, driven by employees using personal AI tools to get their work done. Think about it. While IT … Read more
As a gardener, I’m always thinking about how to make my home more comfortable and efficient. Recently, I’ve been looking into ways to improve our home’s energy use, especially with some pretty large windows (around 80×80 inches) we have here in Colorado. One question that keeps coming up is whether to upgrade to triple-pane windows, … Read more
The world of high-paying, traditional professions like law and medicine is facing a new reality, and it’s being shaped by generative AI. Just recently, the founder of Google’s Generative AI team made waves by suggesting that prospective students might want to think twice about pursuing law or medical degrees. This isn’t about AI replacing humans … Read more
It’s a conversation that keeps coming up: the vast difference between what CEOs make and what the average worker brings home. Recent studies have really put a spotlight on this, and it’s something we should all be thinking about. From my years in the tech industry, I’ve seen firsthand how company structures and compensation can … Read more
It started with a flutter of distress. A monarch butterfly, its wing torn and delicate, lay on the patio. Seeing it struggle, I felt that familiar tug – the desire to help a creature in need. This little encounter, much like my gardening journey, is a reminder of how interconnected everything in nature truly is. … Read more
Hello everyone! Today, I want to talk about something that brings a lot of joy and life into our homes: houseplants. We all love the idea of lush greenery indoors, but sometimes our living spaces can be a bit challenging for plants. Think about those dimly lit bathrooms, or a corner office that rarely sees … Read more
Summer is in full swing here in the Midwest, and while I love the long days and warm evenings, I don’t love what it does to my electricity bill. This year, I decided to try something new to keep my house cooler without running the air conditioner constantly: smart, motorized curtains. For years, I’ve focused … Read more