David Brooks wrote an article in The Atlantic, The Nuclear Family Was a Mistake, that was incendiary and clearly designed to spark a lot of discussion. Now, I grew up reading a lot of sci-fi and was always attracted to Heinlein’s idea of a future family that was generally larger than a simple nuclear familyContinue reading “A New Type of Family?”
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KEXP: Music Heals: Beyond Cancer
KEXP is a treasure. Musically speaking, the DJs deliver a love for music, new and old, that is infectious and inspiring. They bring a sense of discovery and appreciation that gets you excited to listen. I spend most of my day listening and I struggle to decide between listening to the shows to learn aboutContinue reading “KEXP: Music Heals: Beyond Cancer”
My Top Ten Albums of 2019
It’s a little bit past the season of “Best Of” lists but indulge me. To be honest, the list I wrote in December is now outdated and I’m much more firm with my top ten list for last year. I don’t know if it was just me paying more attention than usual or not, butContinue reading “My Top Ten Albums of 2019”
Exploring Rule the World by Michael Kiwanuka
I was lucky enough to see Michael Kiwanuka play live this week and it was a moving experience that has stuck with me even days later. One song in particular resonated with me, Rule the World. Check it out at one of these, I’ll sit tight while you listen: YouTube link to live session SpotifyContinue reading “Exploring Rule the World by Michael Kiwanuka”
Cheat Mode for Weight Loss
After a lifetime of my weight going up and down, losing the same 40 pounds over and over and over, I have found the secret cheat mode. Up-down-up-down-A-B-B-A! For real, the secret is eating a ketogenic diet and using intermittent fasting to trigger weight loss. It’s the one-two punch: one is the keto diet leavesContinue reading “Cheat Mode for Weight Loss”
Stay awhile and listen
What is this blog about? This is a space for me to write about the things I love and the things I am thinking about. It is a window into my thoughts and opinions. The things I think I’m going to write about are music, food, games, and my own personal growth. But I’m startingContinue reading “Stay awhile and listen”
I am Galt 