The author pays tribute to their former creative director, Marty Cooke, reflecting on the profound impact he had on their development as a professional writer. Marty emphasized the importance of crafting language thoughtfully and ...
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The post examines plant sociability through the lens of Canada Goldenrod, drawing parallels to societal behaviors and cultural reflections in science fiction amidst current events.
The author shares insights from a documentary project about a house designed by Christopher Alexander for writers Ann Medlock and John Graham. They reflect on their film editing experience, emphasizing the importance of concision ...
Exploring the intersection of personal experiences, art, and technology, the author reflects on seasonal changes, film screenings, and the creative process in media.
The author reflects on their experiences as a parent to one-year-old Rufus, discussing the challenges of balancing personal time with parenting responsibilities. They share insights from a recent trip to northern Michigan, where t...
The essay examines the multifaceted nature of 'taste' in AI discourse while discussing digital maintenance and the impact of AI on productivity.
The author reflects on their journey from video editing to directing, emphasizing the importance of clear communication in creative work. They discuss how their professional experiences influence their personal life, particularly ...
The author shares personal reflections on creative goals for the new year, emphasizing the value of literature, games, and the importance of maintenance in life and creativity.
The author reflects on the challenges of new parenthood, particularly the 'parental brain fog' and the gradual return of self-awareness and attentional bandwidth. They discuss the importance of maintaining a digital life through a...
The author discusses the importance of regular household meetings with their partner, Julia, to manage various aspects of their lives, including budgeting and parenting. They highlight the challenges of sticking to a budget despit...
The author reflects on the beauty of autumn in Michigan and discusses the balance between activities that rejuvenate ('Rest') and those that drain energy ('Rot'). They share personal experiences with watching TV and drinking alcoh...
The author talks about their recent activities, including gardening, volunteer work, and reading. They also mention a virtual mending circle and a commencement speech. The post ends with a discussion of architecture and an artist'...
0#442: Ugly Sugar Daddy
2025-05-12 • travel media china government cost of living crisis us
The author reflects on the cost of living in China compared to the US, the financial stress of living in the US, and the government's role in lifting people out of poverty. The author also shares their media consumption during the...
0#441: China Core Sample, 2025
2025-04-21 • technology travel economics china shenzhen hainan
The author is in Hainan, China, observing the changes in the country since his last visit in 2019. He notes the advancements in public transit, the prevalence of Chinese car brands and electric vehicles, improvements in mobile pay...
The author is traveling to China and will be hosting a Digital Mending Circle on April 1. They also mention a video they created for Building Beauty and the enrollment for the program.
The author discusses the avoidance he feels when working on his manuscript and how he tries to overcome it. He also shares his experience of rewriting his draft longhand and the process of writing a book. The post also includes de...
0#438: The Aftervibe is the Message
2025-02-24 • book recommendation tv vibe disease
The author describes his experience of being sick and how he has been distracting himself with books and TV shows. He talks about the aftervibe of the content and how it affects him. He also recommends some books and encourages pr...
Rufus turned six months old last week and on Thursday he got a custom-fitted foam helmet. The author is anticipating spring but feels it's too early. The author is promoting the Dumpling Club Patreon and the February Mending Circl...
0#436: Better Messy than Boring
2025-01-12 •
The author shares updates on their activities, including planning for the new year, organizing a digital mending circle, seeking help for podcast editing, and reflecting on various personal experiences and recommendations. The let...
0#435: Individually Adapted
2024-12-16 •
The blog post is about a digital mending circle, the release of an e-book, and the vision of a city that is diametrically opposed to Robert Moses. The author also shares about individually adapted doors, a sauna built on the deck ...
0#434: Noctalgia
2024-12-03 •
The author talks about his experience as a trainee with the Detroit Bird Alliance, his approach to learning about plants, and his recent activities. He also shares his thoughts on the books he read and the process of writing. The ...
0#433: The Commonality is Worldbuilding
2024-11-18 •
The author reflects on his birthday and the common themes in his recent projects and identities. He discusses worldbuilding and shares his thoughts on various topics, including a book he read, a newsletter he enjoyed, and a comput...
0#432: Dedicated Time
2024-11-04 •
The author discusses the structure of his days, including sending his son to daycare, and the concept of dedicated time. He also shares various links and recommendations, including a talk by Christopher Alexander, a review of a gr...