Blog

Welcome to my blog! Since 2001 I've written 532 posts about software/personal development, technology, minimalism, FIRE, movies, startups and my life. These span three separate blogs, with all articles linked from here.

This blog Focuses on exploring the intersection of minimalism, mindfulness and technology + my journal.

Combined-Shape Created with Sketch. Minafi Financial indepenence, investing and my journey to retire early (or at least a sabatical from 36-42).

Hardcover Building a social network for readers

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2021 7 articles

Each month I chose a theme, like "Focus", "Finish" and "Routine".

2020 13 articles

COVID-19, South Utah hiking trip, misinformation, Minafi.

Create a list of local spots you can drive to that inspire you.

Favorites include Recursion, Circe, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind and Understanding Comics.

2019 5 articles

My mom passed away when I was 23, yet through an odd series of events she gave me birthday present 9 months after her death that surprised me and delights me to this day.