The author reflects on their father's extensive collection of hats, which serve as a poignant reminder of his life and interests, particularly after a health scare. Each hat represents memories tied to nature, travel, education, a...
The blog post discusses various societal issues, including the challenges of capitalism, the impact of technology on self-worth, and the struggles of food delivery workers in NYC. It highlights the need for ethical practices in we...
The post is a personal log of the author's recent movie viewings on Letterboxd, featuring a mix of reviews and ratings for 50 films spanning various genres and years. The author shares brief impressions of each film, highlighting ...
The author shares their experience participating in the December Adventure, a personal project initiative started by eli_oat, aimed at encouraging daily creative work throughout December. They express excitement about the project,...
The author reflects on personal challenges, including a recent car accident that resulted in a back injury, which has led to a period of introspection and reprioritization in life. They discuss feelings of being present during the...
The author created a page for their dad's hat collection, but it's not finished and they struggle with overthinking and perfectionism. They are sharing it despite its imperfections as part of their effort to embrace discomfort and...
The author reflects on their recent trips to London and Chicago, where they had lived in the past, and how revisiting these places made them feel like they were visiting a past self. They recount memories and experiences from thei...
The text is about the various names the author has been called throughout her life, including her primary name, professional name, and nicknames from friends and family. The author also discusses the origin of her name and the sig...
The author discusses their experience with blogging, including why they started, the platforms they've used, how they write posts, and what they like to write about. They also talk about their audience and future plans for their b...

0Wintering Better

2024-12-27

The text discusses the author's changing attitude towards winter, embracing the slower pace and taking time to reflect. The author challenges the societal pressure to be constantly productive and highlights the benefits of winter,...

0Eyeballs

2024-10-22

The author shares their experience of getting contact lenses for the first time at the age of 34, and the reasons behind their decision. They also describe the process of getting used to wearing contact lenses and the challenges t...

0Notes

2021-09-24

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0Museum

2025-05-23

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0Craft beer cans

2025-10-03

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0Blank

2025-12-06

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The author expresses frustration with fancy automated soap dispensers that don't work, questioning the need for unnecessary automation. They discuss the potential benefits and drawbacks of such devices, highlighting concerns about...

0Lunch break

2024-07-17

The author reflects on their experience of never having a regular lunch break until recently, from their time in surgery training to their current job at a Big Tech Company. They discuss the evolution of workday lunches, setting b...

0Stubs

2024-07-03

The blog post discusses various random thoughts and experiences of the author, including the difference between health and finance, winter hikes, and Pride in NYC. The author reflects on personal experiences and observations.
The author describes their Friday evening routine of relaxing and working on their bike, followed by a 26-mile ride around New York City, crossing multiple boroughs and bridges. They share experiences from each part of the journey...

0Net positive, maybe

2024-04-20

The author reflects on the impact of technology on media consumption, discussing the ease of taking photos, the evolution of print media, and the drawbacks of music streaming. They question the value of digital clutter and the rol...

0Lately

2024-04-11

The author recently left a good job to pursue something else, turned 40, and has been reflecting on their career journey and personal growth. They have noticed an improvement in their ability to approach problems and ask the right...

0Which self is this?

2024-01-30

The author reflects on their personal and professional evolution through different eras of being online, from the early web to the present. They discuss the tension between presenting a professional front and being true to oneself...

0Now

2024-01-21

The author shares updates on their life, including spending time upstate, becoming an aunt, and watching TV shows like Fargo, Suits, and The Brothers Sun.