Dancing
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Creature
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Developer Experience Unleashed
The Art of Creating Efficient Developer Environments [OMG OMG OMG OMG] This is my fourth book and the first time working with a publisher, Apress, which was an absolute pleasure. The eBook version is already available for rent or purchase and the physical book is available for pre-order. About This Book Explore the intricate world…
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Plies and Pages
The Book I Keep Rewriting (and Sometimes Forget to Read) There are books I’ve read twice. Sometimes. Maybe. But I have to wait long enough that I forget what happens. Otherwise? I get bored. Predictability is one of those itchy sweaters I can’t wait to tear off. If I can guess the next sentence, the…
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Dusty Dreams and Dollar Signs
What would you create if you didn’t have to worry about money? Me? Something for Burning Man. Obviously. I don’t know exactly what, but it would be wild, raw, and beautiful, and probably involve movement, sound, dust, and tears—maybe even all four. If money weren’t an obstacle, I’d pour myself into performance. Not just any…
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Escape Room: Inscape Stonehenge’s Legacy
We came. We saw. We escaped. My favorite bit is that I got to use my new teeniest wittle knife not once but TWICE to help with the toggling of openings. Embark on an epic Stonehenge adventure! Step into a world where ancient stones cast long shadows over misty plains, whispers of druids echo through…
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Inscape Stonehenge’s Legacy
TODAY!! ! Let’s do an escape room on YouTube or Twitch or Facebook! Prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey like no other! Immerse yourself in enigmatic challenges, unveiling ancient mysteries that will spark your imagination and leave you in awe. Our puzzle boxes transport you to captivating worlds, each meticulously crafted with intricate details,…
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Beyond the Binary
Why Does It Matter? Because I Feel Seen. An old friend messaged me recently: “I was wondering if you wouldn’t mind sharing your [non-binary] journey with me so I can learn more.” It isn’t the first time someone’s asked. Sometimes it’s strangers, sometimes it’s people I love, and the question often boils down to: Why…
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One Page at a Time
The World is a Book? Sure. But I Might Be on a Different Chapter Right Now. If the world were a book, and if the act of travel were equivalent to flipping pages, then yeah, I guess if you live and die in the same town, maybe you’ve only read a page. Or a paragraph.…
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Would You Like to Be Immortal?
I mean, eh? I’ve seen the vampire movies and read the books — growing old is HARD. And, frankly, yeah, I get it. Immortality is seductive. There’s something about the idea of having unlimited time that makes your brain go, “Ah, finally, maybe then I’ll get through my to-do list.” But also… have you seen…
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If I Won the Lottery
What would I do if I won the lottery? Pay off debts, open savings accounts for the kids, hire an investor, and travel the world. But today, survival feels like its own kind of jackpot — showing up, even when the fear hums under everything. Maybe that’s the real prize: courage, chipped out one small…
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A Request for Help
I don’t know about you, but I hate asking for help and try not to do it unless I genuinely need to. It seems like I need to ask for help quite often lately. Except, “lately” isn’t quite accurate – it feels like if I had been comfortable asking for help, I would’ve been asking…
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Exercise and Healthy Eating: The Ultimate Acts of Self-Love
Hey there, health warriors! Ready to dive into the juicy world of self-compassion through exercise and healthy eating? Buckle up, because we’re about to embark on a pun-filled journey to a happier, healthier you! This is something I’ve been working on in particular because I used to see the acts of self compassion and self…
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Night of Shadows
In the heart of a city [where dreams and shadows blend]A whisper in the wind [a name without end]A cherished haven [once called home]On a night of fate [darkness began to roam] Laughter filled the air [moments rare]A feast of flavors bright [shadows took flight]A dance with fate [an unseen alarm]Moments lost in time [a…