Back in the Saddle, Kind Of

Last night in Appalachia reminded me that not every dream has to go viral. Sometimes yelling into the void—or into the wasteland—is enough.

Why Am I So Angry?

Anger has followed me for over two years—but it isn’t just about grief. It’s about the weight of 27 years, outdated philosophies of marriage, and the pressure to prove success at all costs. Sometimes the real success is in knowing when to walk away.

Glitches, Caravans, and Reset Buttons

Life, like Fallout 76 Caravans, glitches and stalls at the worst possible times. But the resets aren’t always the end—they can be the start of finally moving forward on your own path

Productivity on My Own Terms

Redefining productivity after stroke recovery: why sometimes skipping the checklist to fish in Fallout is exactly what you need.