I read. I really do. I like to read graphic novels, comics, and articles from websites I follow (via my RSS reader or email subscriptions) though I may just skim most of them. Traditional books however, I don’t read many of those, and the ones I do read are
We drove 8 hours to Washington, DC this past Monday to move our daughter into an apartment as she begins her post-college career in federal government. On the way back home, sans daughter, my wife and I stopped in Richmond, Virginia for some fun. We visited Hollywood Cemetery, Rest
Currently listening to Hans Zimmer Live on Apple Music. Two of my favorite soundtracks are by Hans Zimmer: Man of Steel and Interstellar. One of my favorite aspects of Man of Steel are the unique instruments Chas Smith, sculptural percussionist, created for this film. Unfortunately, Chas passed away in 2024,
I had my doubts about the new Supergirl movie but the new trailer that dropped today looks... well... SUPER!
As an old a seasoned, professional working web designer who's lived through the advent of blogs, podcasting, social media, I'm struggling with organizing my strategy to promote myself. Substack or an email newsletter service? One site for everything, or multiple sites for clarity. What website publishing
After having the flu, for what seemed like with the worst symptoms possible, getting back into waking up early has been hard. Cardio (rowing and biking) at the gym has been harder than I expected too.
I don't know what's happened but the last couple of years I've been in a slump of sorts. My desire to do creative things is there, but not the will to act upon them. It's terrible. I don't know if
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[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="2400"] My first four Blackwing Pencils. [https://krisblack.mymagic.page/caption] I got my first sample set of Blackwing pencils. I was skeptical at first, wondering why anyone would want to spend that much money on pencils, but I&
I have an idea for a new project. It’s not like I need another project, but this one makes sense for me. It combines all my skillsets. More soon.
I’m in my last month of 48 years old. Working out is fun, but dang it if it’s hard to build muscle.
Saturday mornings are reserved for my wife’s business, Bee Bottom Art. We set up at a local market and sell her tiny art. It’s a highlight of my week watching her grow her business interacting with customers.
Today marks the 25th year I've been married to my best friend. It's humbling to be with someone that knows me better than I know myself. I couldn't imagine life without her. She's my heart and soul.