The post humorously questions the number of holes in a straw and a doughnut, suggesting a straw might be viewed as an elongated doughnut, complicating the definitions.
Pure Blog v1.8.0 is now feature complete, providing a versatile CMS for both non-technical users and developers with extensive customization options.
The 512kb Club is ending, and the author seeks a trustworthy successor to manage the project or it will be archived.
Pure Blog is a user-friendly PHP blogging platform that emphasizes simplicity and control, featuring Markdown support and essential blogging tools.
My WordPress provides a unique, temporary browser-based WordPress experience for private journaling and other personal uses without installation.
The author criticizes the trend of personal blogs on Bear Blog that omit uppercase letters, arguing it negatively impacts readability and engagement.
Pure Comments is launched as part of the new Pure Commons suite, aimed at providing simple, privacy-focused tools for bloggers.
Linux is reviving as users seek alternatives to restrictive OS requirements from Microsoft and Apple, with the author advocating for its benefits based on personal experience.
The author shares their experience migrating their site to Pure Blog, detailing new features and improvements while inviting user feedback.
A physicist's discovery of a strange device spirals into chaos, involving corpses and eco-activists, as he struggles to clear his name amidst escalating dangers.
Happiness is not binary; the author finds that while he is happy now, he was happier in a simpler time with fewer responsibilities.
Despite exploring various alternatives, the author remains hopeful for Firefox's future, particularly with the introduction of an AI killswitch, while expressing frustrations with other browsers like Vivaldi.
A blog redesign inspired by a coffee shop visit, focusing on a new color palette and improved readability for a better user experience.
Pure Comments is a versatile comment system that can be integrated into any website using a straightforward embed code.
The author updates their personal commenting system to a nested format for better usability and plans to release it publicly after further improvements.
The post compares the internet to a hamster wheel, highlighting our innate desire for stimulation and the challenge of managing smartphone usage in a distraction-filled world.
The author considers the potential of his blog becoming a family heirloom to be passed down to his sons, reflecting on the future of digital legacies.
The post explores the idea of passing down personal blogs as family heirlooms, highlighting the significance of digital legacies in the blogging community.
The author grapples with jealousy over a friend's promotion but realizes that stepping down from a high-stress role was a choice for personal happiness and family time.
A father's experiment with smartphone rules for his 11-year-old son highlights concerns about peer pressure and responsible device usage among children.
The author successfully reduced their phone usage from 2.5 hours to 1 hour and 19 minutes while completely avoiding tablet use and enjoying reading again.
Happiness is not binary; the author finds that despite greater wealth and responsibilities now, he was happiest in a simpler time during his mid-30s.
The post highlights the author's struggle with excessive phone usage and a commitment to reducing screen time in favor of healthier activities like reading.
After experiencing weight loss and subsequent gain due to work stress, the author commits to a new weight loss journey, using writing for accountability.