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Core memories
I spoke with two friends today over Zoom, one of whom is training to be a psychiatrist. As our chat waxed and waned, we ended up on the topic of core memories, a term borrowed from the Pixar (?) classic, Inside Out. Core Memories are memories that don’t just stick; they shape. Good, bad, ugly,…
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One of many
If you had to name the most famous painting in the world, you’d probably land on the Mona Lisa. However, if you asked for the second one, you’d probably end up with either The Scream or The Wave. It’s an image I have seen countless times, but today, there were three things that stuck out…
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Affordable luxury
I love the idea of affordable luxuries. One could argue it’s a fallacy; how could anything affordable, or even free, be a luxury good? To those people, try some of the French butter, Lescure, on a slice of quality bread, with an optional sprinkle of Maldon salt. A single slice probably costs you a dollar…
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Sun up to sun downing
It’s been a while since I went to bed earlier than the sun. In fact, I can’t really remember the last time that happened, maybe when I was sick? But after two long days, and very early starts, it’s a not just the best option, it’s a luxury.
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Reset
A buddy and I have been running a fantasy premier league football tournament, but the last two months it’s been a pretty low priority. Hardly surprising. With only a few more weeks to go, I decided to do a reset. The rules are that you can only change one player per week, but once a…
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CNY
Gong Xi Fa Cai! Happy Chinese New Year to everyone. It’s one of my favourite holidays of the year, and a chance to eat great food with loved ones. Chinese New Year wasn’t something I grew up with, but I have really taken to it since being with Ky. Enjoy the year of the snake!
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Explanation
A few of you have reached out to wonder if Ky and I have put an end to our US adventure. I appreciate the concern! The answer is no. Ky and I have decided to make the most of maternity leave and spend two months in NZ, with a few side trips to Aus for…
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Takeoff
I write this on the tarmac of SFO, steeling ourselves for our first long haul flight with our three month old daughter. Our first short haul flight was an 7/10, but averages can be misleading. The process at the airport was a solid 3/10, as we hauled 5 bags of luggage around. The flight itself…
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Birthday among boxes
It is my wife’s birthday today. We celebrated by getting up very early to get a jump start on work before the movers arrive, heaving boxes around, having a nightmare at the storage unit, and it isn’t even 3:30. Not exactly glamourous or romantic. Such is life when you’re moving, even temporarily, across the ocean.…
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Never in doubt
I’m usually a bit of an underdog supporter when it comes to sports; a rather common disposition. However, there are a few exceptions that I have recently been thinking about. First off, I’m a fan of Patrick Mahones, the QB for the Kansas City Chiefs. They have won the past two Super Bowls, and booked…