It just hits you very suddenly. That moment came for me in the most unexpected way: someone casually asked, “How old is your parent?” And then I did the math, because if my parent is X years old, that makes me Y years old. Scary thought. I’m not a kid anymore. I mean, I’m someone’sContinue reading “Do you remember growing old?”
Category Archives: Writing and Editing
Blogging in 2025: What’s Changed and What Still Works
Blogging has come a long way from personal journals and niche hobby sites. In 2025, it remains a popular form of communication, but how you blog and what works best have evolved. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, understanding the current landscape is key to staying relevant. Here’s what’s changed—and what hasn’t.Continue reading “Blogging in 2025: What’s Changed and What Still Works”
Why I’d Love to Teach Quantum Computing for a Day
If I could have any job for just one day, I would want to be a quantum computing teacher. Teaching quantum computing isn’t just about explaining technology—it’s about understanding the applications in a field that is still developing. You become an expert on a topic that even scientists are still exploring, and that’s both challengingContinue reading “Why I’d Love to Teach Quantum Computing for a Day”
What Emojis Do You Use to Express Yourself?
So much of our communication happens online now—texting, emailing, messaging through apps. It’s convenient and quick and you can look back on the conversation if you can’t remember the details (like where and when you’re supposed to meet). But one of the biggest challenges with written messaging is tone. You can’t always tell if someoneContinue reading “What Emojis Do You Use to Express Yourself?”
Tips to Improve Your Mindset and Well-Being
Words have tremendous power and influence. Terse statements such as “I love you,” “I hate you,” “You’re hired,” and “You’re fired” can dramatically change a person’s life. But it isn’t just what we say to another person that can have a tremendous impact. The words we choose to say can change how other people perceiveContinue reading “Tips to Improve Your Mindset and Well-Being”