Perpetual Learning
You know, I’ve been gardening for a good while now. My backyard is usually bursting with tomatoes, peppers, maybe some herbs, and the occasional fruit tree. It’s a space I’ve cultivated to be productive and delicious. But lately, I’ve been drawn to something a little… wilder. And that’s how I met my first passion flower. … Read more
Ever stared at a pile of homegrown tomatoes, a bushel of beans, or a mountain of zucchini and thought, “Now what?” As a gardener, there’s nothing quite like the thrill of a bountiful harvest. But that thrill can quickly turn into a race against time before all that beautiful produce goes bad. That’s where the … Read more
Lately, there’s been a lot of talk about artificial intelligence and its development. One idea that’s surfaced is the notion of directing tech companies to make AI ‘bigoted’ again. It sounds jarring, doesn’t it? It certainly stopped me in my tracks. As someone who’s spent a career in tech, I’ve seen firsthand how quickly things … Read more
Hey everyone, Elias here! You know how much I love getting my hands dirty in the garden, and lately, I’ve been diving deep into something truly fascinating: fermentation. It feels like every time I turn around, there’s a new food trend, but fermentation isn’t new at all. It’s actually one of the oldest ways humans … Read more
There’s a certain kind of quiet joy that comes with watching your favorite furry friend settle in for a nap. For me, it’s my cat, Luna. She’s my shadow, my little mouser, and the queen of my backyard. You know that soft spot we all have for our pets? Mine is reserved for her, especially … Read more
The phrase “Has hell frozen over?” often gets tossed around when something utterly unexpected happens. Well, some are starting to whisper that about Las Vegas. Reports suggest tourism in the city, long a beacon of bright lights and big spending, might be in a bit of trouble. As someone who’s spent a career watching how … Read more
It’s troubling to see the latest World Happiness Report, which shows Americans under 30 ranking surprisingly low. This isn’t just a statistic; it points to a deeper societal shift that we need to understand. As someone who’s spent a career in technology, I’ve watched firsthand how rapidly our world has changed. We’re more connected than … Read more
Hey everyone! Anya here. Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how we live and our impact on the planet. As an artist who loves working with natural materials – think clay, dried flowers, and plant-based pigments – I’m always drawn to simplicity and how things are made. This got me wondering about how people … Read more
Remember that feeling? The one where you’re knee-deep in a project—a painting, a sketch, or maybe even a DIY furniture flip—and you make a ‘mistake’? That paint drip you didn’t mean to make, the line that isn’t perfectly straight, or the unexpected texture that emerges? For years, those moments would send a chill down my … Read more
You know how much I love getting my hands dirty in my little garden? Well, I’ve discovered something super fun that brings that same joy into even the smallest of spaces. We’re talking about creating miniature gardens – like tiny, living art pieces! Think of them as little landscapes you can hold in your hands. … Read more