Digital immigrants
My parents have a hard time getting technology to work for them; even the simplest things seem to trip them up. I feel like I'm trying »
Healthy homemade "ice cream"
I love ice cream, but I also know that it's unhealthy. My cousins have come up with a way to make eating "ice cream" »
Orchids and dandelions
In genetics, the Orchid hypothesis is a theory that most people have genes that allow them to take root and survive almost anywhere, just like dandelions, »
The recommendation conundrum
It's awkward when friends ask to be referred to jobs that I don't think they're well equipped to handle. While I want to help them accomplish »
Learning about people's childhoods
I wish more people would focus more on the context behind people's opinions. By taking time to understand the experiences that shape people's values and priorities, »
Pens that you're excited about
Despite being able to type much faster than I write by hand, I find it much easier to record ideas with pen and paper. Because I'm »
Passion comes from curiosity
People always say to follow your passion, but what does that mean? To me, your passion is something that you're curious about to the point that »
Counter-factual novels
The Man In The High Castle has made me start thinking about other counter-factual storylines that would make us examine the world around us differently. There »
The temptation of political apathy
For better or worse, many people feel like they won't be directly impacted by the presidential election in November. And that's probably true; our day-to-day lives »
Getting help when you're shopping
Surprisingly, it often takes effort to find a sales assistant who can check whether there's available inventory in the back. I usually leave if it takes »