Hi there, I am a computer programmer by trade an artist by passion. I mostly draw and paint and I tell a mean story but I type like shit

My Latest Posts

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  • Shopping Cart Theory
    What’s the best advice you’d give to someone younger than you? I’m not a big fan of unsolicited advice. I only give advice if asked. So I’ll go generic and a little bit off script. I would like to emphasize that… Read more: Shopping Cart Theory
  • Training
    What’s one thing that would instantly improve your city? I realize it’s going to take eight years, but I’m looking forward to the day when mass transit makes it to our town. Timeline: Projected to reach the Southwest Everett Industrial Center by… Read more: Training
  • This Billionaire Hillbilly Regime
    What’s the longest trip you’ve ever taken? It seems like it has been forever, and I wish it was long strange trip. It Takes a Toll The psychological impact of political corruption and systemic ethical breakdown—often discussed by critics as a… Read more: This Billionaire Hillbilly Regime
  • Here’s a Smarmy One
    What’s your best tip for budget travel? When you are in a bar in a foreign city, Walk up to a stranger who is having a beer. Hey Tony Roberts (use what ever name you please) how have you been? I… Read more: Here’s a Smarmy One
  • Brilliant Blathering
    Who is your favorite cartoon character? We’re so busy watching out for what’s just ahead of us that we don’t take the time to enjoy where we are. Questions I Know the Answers to I Don’t Need to Ask, Right? If… Read more: Brilliant Blathering
  • I’m Going To Answer This In The Snarkiest Way Possible
    How does your mindset affect your financial success? How mindset affects performance no matter what we are doing. To those reading this you’re going to get one terrible post today. The beauty of being older than 50. I have not eaten… Read more: I’m Going To Answer This In The Snarkiest Way Possible
  • Anthropomorphism
    If your pet could talk, what would be the first thing it says? Our brains are hardwired to look for minds and assign intentionality wherever responsiveness is detected—even a dog tilting its head or waiting by the door triggers our social… Read more: Anthropomorphism
  • I Will Miss You
    Have you ever regretted reading a book — which one and why? There are many books when you get to a point Where One frantically turns the page and there is none and your comfortable companion of the last few weeks… Read more: I Will Miss You
  • The Continuation of the Seattle Portland Fued
    What’s the best and worst airport you’ve been to? I flew out of many airports in my life and right now I’ll concentrate on where I recently lived and where we currently live. The airport in Portland, Oregon is one of… Read more: The Continuation of the Seattle Portland Fued
  • Eggers on Vonnegut
    What’s the most annoying trope in books or movies? In the book, While Mortals Sleep David Eggers speaks about Mr. Vonnegut, and how he stays clear of overused cliches. I rather love Vonnegut’s work especially his short stories, especially how he… Read more: Eggers on Vonnegut
  • Ask A Silly Question
    If you could relive one year of your life, which one would it be? I would rather not relive one year in my life as I want to concentrate on living those that remain. to quote uncle Rico. If coach woulda… Read more: Ask A Silly Question
  • Mr. Miller was an Idiot
    What’s the bravest thing you’ve ever done when no one was watching? When I was in the fifth grade, there was a rule in the school that we were not to make spaghetti sandwiches at lunch. The school served two pieces… Read more: Mr. Miller was an Idiot
  • To Smoke or Not to Smoke
    What’s something you do completely differently from how you were raised? There is a moral to this story, but I am not exactly sure what it is. I have no idea what prompted this story, but I never got the chance… Read more: To Smoke or Not to Smoke
  • Google Maps and Lake Epstein Files
    What are your favorite 5 apps on your phone? I don’t have to answer this as the world seems to know.. If I mention anywhere, any place that I want to buy a stethoscope for an earthworm, I will be getting… Read more: Google Maps and Lake Epstein Files
  • Leave No Trace
    What’s the best thing you’ve ever found randomly on the street? I got runs occasionally, with the sole purpose of finding something, then writing about it. But that’s how it happens with long distance running. You find some interesting things. Deep… Read more: Leave No Trace
  • Chrystal Ball
    What’s the kindest thing someone has ever done for you? I am Breve in this story. Breve was wildly excited about this evening. He had done a long run along the C & O canal earlier in the day. The endorphins… Read more: Chrystal Ball
  • The US Health Care System is Horrible
    What’s the weirdest coincidence you’ve ever experienced? I have a few doctors appointments coming up. There is a front end system that tracks appointments. MYCHART.  All my care my information has been lost. Not lost! as it assumes the users know… Read more: The US Health Care System is Horrible
  • I Sat in the Third Row
    What’s a book you never finished but still think about? That’s where I usually sat in church. When I got bored I started reading from the Bible. I know I never finished the book, but I generally would pop from greatest… Read more: I Sat in the Third Row
  • Been There
    Which fictional world would be the most fun to vacation in? When driving and spending time in an area, such as Sedona, I’m waiting for an anvil to fall in my head. When I am on the Washington coast I feel… Read more: Been There
  • The Long Walk to Jail
    If you could go back and witness any historical event, which one would you pick? That moment, when the current president of the United States is marched off to jail. I would watch this on repeat. If I were to choreograph… Read more: The Long Walk to Jail

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