AI Slop is Easy Money
Monday, December 29, 2025
Lazy is as lazy does when it comes to making a buck or writing code.
Posts
Reflections, projects, and ideas worth sharing in more than a passing thought.
One Simple Goal
Friday, December 26, 2025
I have just one goal for 2026… To simplify as much as I can.
Failure
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Sometimes failure should be the only option…
Old Habits
Monday, December 15, 2025
Old habits will try every trick in their bag to stick around as an old friend.
App Defaults 2025
Monday, December 1, 2025
It’s that time of year where I and others look back at the macOS tools that made us productive over the last 52 weeks.
Walmart+ Membership is Half Off
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
We’ve had a Walmart+ membership for just a little under a year and saved more than $270 so far.
A Fancy Knitted Sock
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
I understand limited-edition accessories and all, but seriously, $150 to $230 for a fancy knitted sock with a name I’ve not heard of attached to it?
mnml v2.8.0 Released
Saturday, November 1, 2025
A new version of mnml has been released that adds html image classes for more control over your post layout, plus the ability to enable a button that lets your readers copy blocks of code from the page.
Eleven Pointless Facts About Me
Friday, October 24, 2025
I’ve seen these floating around in the different feeds I read lately, like Manu’s, Scott’s, and Kev’s.
Being one who has major fomo if I don’t join the fun, I had to share my own pointless facts. However, being the one-ups-man I sometimes am, I chose to throw in a bonus fact eleven for your enjoyment.
The Return to Work
Saturday, October 11, 2025
A run-down of the first week back in the office after being out 13 weeks with practically no communication from coworkers.
Taking a Break
Friday, October 3, 2025
I had a great email conversation with Manu the other day where we talked about the digital fatigue he’s been feeling lately. His approach to overcoming it was pretty radical, much more so than I think I’m ready for.
Changes
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
If you’re a regular visitor, things may look a little different all of a sudden.
LinkedIn Wants to Share Your Data
Monday, September 29, 2025
As I’m gearing up to return to work, I’m catching up on my professional networks, including opting out of AI related stuff where ever possible.
mnml Update v2.7.7 Released
Friday, September 26, 2025
This version fixes the new Micro.blog book image styling along with making other minor style tweaks (naturally).
mnml Update v2.7.6 Released
Monday, September 22, 2025
This update adds Polish localization, tweaks Open Graph image generation, and cleans up code for project tidiness.
mnml Updated for Open Graph Images
Friday, September 19, 2025
Exciting update for Micro.blog users! mnml theme (v2.7.5) now fully supports the latest Micro.blog Open Graph enhancement.
Talbert Nature Preserve, Redux
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Another outing at the local nature preserve, adding some distance.
There's Free, and Then There's Free
Sunday, September 7, 2025
There are two kinds of people on the internet; those who appreciate the efforts of indie bloggers & developers and choose to support them, and those who feel because it’s offered free it’s theirs for the taking without giving any credit whatsoever.
Another mnml Update
Saturday, September 6, 2025
A new version of mnml has been released that addresses a few items…
There's a Word for That
Friday, September 5, 2025
I never knew there was a word for the smell of fresh rain on the ground. When it happens, I stop, close my eyes, take a deep inhale, and let the fragrance of nature move my soul.
Coming to Terms with Age
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Some thoughts about becoming a full-fleged sexagenarian. I can see it’s time for some things to change.
Talbert Nature Preserve
Thursday, September 4, 2025
My first hike post-CABG is in the books…
mnml: Pinned Post Feature
Monday, September 1, 2025
I added a cool new pinned post feature to mnml that keeps the latest post in a category of choice pinned to the top of your home page…
Some mnml Updates
Sunday, August 31, 2025
I was a little bored today, so I made some mnml updates…
Back to Basics
Friday, August 22, 2025
As I start ramping up my return to work, I’m giving deep thought to how I can better approach the challenges in front of me with a minimum of stress.
Back in the Saddle
Thursday, August 7, 2025
I’ve been a little quiet the past month or so, but I’m back with a mnml update and a new plugin for mnml’s archive page…
Gratitude
Sunday, July 6, 2025
I’d like to take a moment to say thanks to the following people who shared their encouragement, prayers, good thoughts, and positive mojo through what has been hands-down the biggest challenge I’ve ever faced in my life.
Micro.blog Question Challenge
Sunday, June 22, 2025
Robert Birming (@birming) called me out to respond to his inaugural Micro.blog Question Challenge yesterday. How could I say no to such an interesting way to share a little about myself?
IndieWeb is Punk
Thursday, June 19, 2025
We don’t need major platforms. We have the Web, keyboards, tools, and community. IndieWeb is Punk! Is it time to bring the Mohawks back? - @jthingelstad
Adding Insult to Injury
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
As if my recent health-related woes were not already enough… Guess what? There’s more!