The game I'm playing

Mid-30s introspection on life games: rejecting wealth and possessions for comfort, flexibility, and eventual social impact through entrepreneurship.

Here I go again

Receiving news that thyroid cancer has returned in a lymph node, planning next steps with MRI and radioactive iodine treatment while staying focused on daily life.

Being the other co-founder

Reflections on being the second co-founder at Scripted - the challenges of not being CEO, limited board access, and lessons learned about startup leadership dynamics.

Ode to this set of Cuisinart

A sentimental tribute to a 10-year-old Cuisinart cookware set that has witnessed a journey from grad school to parenthood.

I don't use shampoo

Why I stopped using shampoo daily, exploring the chemistry behind soap and the commercial cycle of stripping natural oils then replacing them with chemicals.

My happy place

My family's cabin at Pinecrest Lake built by my great-grandpa in 1928 - a timeless sanctuary where generations gather and memories are marked.

Some great advice about how to stand out in local politics

Key insights from Sacramento visits: standing out in politics is simple - just follow through on commitments and support existing officials' agendas.

Feast on pain

Why entrepreneurs thrive on struggle and pain, drawing parallels between bodybuilding and the entrepreneurial mindset of growth through adversity.