My Everyday Carry (EDC) is like a revolving door of items. As technology evolves, so do my EDC essentials. It’s been six months since my last update, so it’s time for another peek into what’s in my pockets. Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 512GB Natural Titanium I’m still rocking the […]
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Stories That Come To Me In Dreams
There are lots of ways that I come to ideas for stories. One of the most frequent is dreams. I come up with a lot of story elements while I dream. I often come across a bit of writer’s block, and I start with meditation on the story and its […]
Read MoreMeditation: How I Avoid Writers’ Block
I find that taking 15-minutes each day to meditate is calming and helps avoid writers’ block. Meditation is a practice that involves training the mind to focus and achieve a more grounded, calm state. Consistency is key to meditation. Try to meditate at the same time every day. Be patient […]
Read MoreInvaluable Conversations
I’m an extroverted introvert, meaning that I love to talk to people but I very seldom share personal details with anyone. Every morning I start my day at 4 a.m. with a list of tasks, then I go outside on the patio with my father and a neighbor friend. During […]
Read MoreMy Favorite Things – My Gameboy DMG-01
I have a severe case of ADHD, and when I was a kid in the first grade, the elementary school counselor told my parents that they were only pushing me along. I was at the bottom of the class. She suggested that if my parents purchased a computer, I might […]
Read MoreRetro Games
Games used to be simple. Mario’s whole premise is that the bad guy kidnaps the princess, and Mario is on a mission to save her. The games were often filled with difficult puzzles that challenged one’s reasoning skills and hand-eye coordination. Now, games are more story-driven. They still challenge your […]
Read MoreAmazon FireStick For Travel
I’m a big Apple fan and usually stick to their products. But when I travel, I need a device that can connect to the hotel’s wireless network and TV. That’s where my trusty Amazon FireStick comes in. I connect it to my Apple account and other entertainment apps. I plug […]
Read MoreTask Management and Time Tracking
The life of a writer is full of activities. It can be hectic to track the tasks you have to focus on. It doesn’t help that I have ADHD and dyslexia. This combination makes focusing on given tasks harder, but it becomes manageable with the proper tools and mindset. Task […]
Read MoreMy Favorite Things – AppleTV
There are many video streaming devices on the market today. One of the first and, in my opinion, the best on the market is the AppleTV 4K. The AppleTV is so simple to use, especially with the Siri Remote, that it makes my video streaming life at home better than […]
Read MoreMy Favorite Things – Baseball, The American Pastime
Baseball is a classic American sport that’s been around for generations. It’s a sport that’s both democratic and allows for some sneaky stealing and deception. Like many kids in America and Japan, I learned to play baseball and had a blast doing it. I remember playing catch with my brother […]
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