Perpetual Learning
It’s easy to feel like our data is constantly being gathered, analyzed, and monetized. We see it everywhere – personalized ads that seem to read our minds, platforms that know our habits better than we do. It’s a trend that often leaves me wondering about the trade-offs we’re making for convenience. But what if there’s … Read more
The air is starting to crisp here in the Midwest, and for me, that means one thing: it’s time to really savor the last of the summer harvest and start thinking about preserving it. There’s a unique satisfaction that comes from growing your own food, watching it transform from a tiny seed into something delicious … Read more
Hello fellow plant lovers! Today, I want to talk about a truly special houseplant, one that offers a fleeting but spectacular reward for its keepers: the Queen of the Night, or Epiphyllum oxypetalum. If you’ve ever heard of a plant that blooms only at night, often just once a year for a few hours, this … Read more
It’s September 2025, and the question on many minds is about the housing market. For decades, homeownership has been seen as a reliable way to build wealth. But is that still the case? Let’s take a sober look at where things stand and what it might mean for our economy. The current state of the … Read more
It’s September 2025, and like many of you, I’ve been watching the economic news with a keen eye. The reports on job growth, unemployment rates, and wage inflation often feel like complex puzzles. From my years in the tech industry, I learned that understanding the underlying data is key, whether it’s tracking software development or … Read more
Growing up, watermelon was always a summer staple, a sweet, refreshing treat that signaled the height of the season. I loved its juicy, cool interior, perfect for a hot afternoon. This year, I decided to try my hand at growing my own. It all started with a small packet of seeds. I picked a variety … Read more
There’s a special kind of magic that happens when you grow your own food. This year, that magic came in the form of golden kernels and a sweetness I’d only dreamed of – my first homegrown corn harvest! Watching those stalks grow taller than me, rustling in the breeze, was a journey in itself. From … Read more
Hey everyone! When your garden is thriving, it’s one of the most rewarding feelings. But let’s be honest, sometimes those tiny, uninvited guests can show up and try to steal the show. Aphids on your tomatoes, slugs Sliming their way through your lettuce, or those infamous tomato hornworms munching away – they can be a … Read more
You know that feeling when you’ve been nurturing a plant, giving it just the right amount of water, light, and attention, and you see the tiniest hint of something new? And then you wait, and wait, and wait some more? Well, today is that day for me! After what feels like ages, one of my … Read more
It’s September 5th, 2025, and the U.S. housing market is sending some clear signals. For those keeping an eye on economic trends and how they ripple through our communities, the latest numbers are quite telling. We’re seeing a significant imbalance: there are nearly 500,000 more sellers than buyers. This isn’t just a slight shift; it’s … Read more