We Got Divorced But Kept Living Together: What That Taught Me About Love
We signed the divorce papers, went home, and kept living together. Here’s what that taught me.
JapanLife
Observations from two decades of Japan life, from the nuances of teaching and farming to the comfort of a small home and everyday routines.
The Guilt of Non-Traditional Holidays (And Making Peace With It)
Twenty years of working Christmas Day. A card, a call, and no apologies for the quiet version.
It’s Important To Get Out Of Your Own Head
Thoughts get trapped in a loop when you rush too much. A change of scenery breaks it.
Should I Read the Bible? (At My Age)
A photo of my friend in hospital holding a Bible made me wonder what I’ve been missing.
The Modest Dreams We Can’t Afford (And the Selves We Leave Behind in Midlife)
At 57, I’ve never bought a new vehicle. Admitting that brought something unexpected back.
What If Hard Work Isn’t Enough Without God?
Thousands of hours of work, still paycheque to paycheque. What if I’ve been building without God?
Why I’m Still Dropping Into Virtual Battlefields at 57
Slow reflexes, no leaderboard ambitions. There’s real freedom in being gloriously mediocre at something.
The Old Dog’s New Trick: Using AI to Get My Life Back
AI can be a brilliant editor. Let it become your author and you’ll sound like everyone else.
What’s Worth Keeping?
I kept empty water bottles for months. Throwing them out felt surprisingly like clearing my head.
