Saying Yes to One is a No to Many Saying yes means saying no to many other things. A story of GPS mix-ups, family logistics, and the deeper meaning behind volunteering at a kids’ soccer club.
The Great Upload A Dutch dad reflects on slang, digital legacies, AI-powered journaling, and the philosophical comedy of TV series Upload—all before his morning coffee.
From The Valley to The Hague Why I’m lifelogging from The Hague: reflections on AI hardware, global tech power, and why we need our own answers beyond Silicon Valley.
Context Is the Killer App What if AI could finally understand your life across apps, screens, and senses? Dive into the real promise—and peril—of contextual intelligence.
The Farmer, the Footage, and the Fallout A scooter crash, family conflict, and an old parable intertwine in this reflective journal entry on timing, truth, and tech.
Game On or Game Over: Saved Progress Not Found A father-son chat sparks deep questions about AI amulets, simulation theory, and the urgent need for digital sovereignty in an entangled world.
Forgetful Friday and the Cheese-Stick Paradox Three things I forgot before 9 AM, one capitalist metaphor, and a hopeful glimpse into the voice-enabled future of Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Happy Mother’s Day: Love, Loft Beds & the IKEA Effect A heartfelt Mother’s Day reflection on building loft beds, legacy, and love—featuring IKEA wisdom, cosmic wonder, and the mysterious grace of motherhood.
The First American Pope: Not a Blink, but a Bold Indication On May 8, 2025, the Vatican elected Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV—the first American pope. A bold signal in a world of blinkers, wedges, and shifting powers.
The Ghost in the Blog: Decoding False Memories Mike revisits his 2007 blog files, decoding old posts with GPT, reflecting on prompt traps, model collapse, and what old games can teach us about digital consciousness.
