The Thoughts We Keep to Ourselves

Is Everyone Real or Are Some People NPCs/Bots?

Matrix Code effect with Neo guy in watercolor

I’m starting to wonder if some people are actually… there. Not physically—they’re standing right in front of you—but emotionally, mentally, spiritually. Last week, I asked someone close to me for a simple favor that takes 30 seconds. The response? Nothing. Just radio silence…

I See Dead People

Coffin measurer lying in coffin testing size and giving thumbs up

They say you can’t outrun time, and I’m not lacing up to try. These days, knocking on my late 50s’ door, the invites pile up—not parties, but funerals. More names turning into dates on stones. It’s not morbid, just math. Each departure whispers: live fully, pursue what truly matters.

I Switched To a Cheap Phone and Have Zero Regrets

Cool happy older hipster man taking selfie on smartphone

After years chasing flagship smartphones, I ditched the hype for a budget phone. As a former XDA Recognized Contributor, I know phones—but this time chose money over specs. My regrets? Zero. How about you? Do you still chase the latest and greatest?