On FriendshipMy parents went to a number of funerals this past year — more than their fair share, even during a pandemic. Each death whittled their…Oct 19, 2021Oct 19, 2021
I’m happier than a year ago. Why?I’ve found myself happier recently. In fact, I think I’m probably the happiest I’ve been since pre-puberty, as cool as my 6th-grade…May 20, 2021May 20, 2021
What Americans Should Know About Indonesia, pt. 2In my last post, I argued that Americans should take time to familiarize themselves with Indonesia and covered some polite dinner table…May 11, 2021May 11, 2021
What Americans Should Know About Indonesia, pt. 1I moved to Indonesia about two months ago, visa issues finally resolved. So far, I’ve lived in Jakarta (Java), Ubud (Bali), and Canggu…Apr 12, 2021Apr 12, 2021
Biking the GAP and C&O Trail, pt. 1I’m opening my mud-caked panniers as the rain smacks the ground, digging for the crumpled remains of a Clif bar to make a peace offering to…Apr 3, 2021Apr 3, 2021
Fairy Towers and Death CabsCappadocia doesn’t seem quite real. Sitting smack dab in the center of Turkish Anatolia is a natural and historical treasure that must…Mar 28, 2021Mar 28, 2021
Altered perspectivesHow I went from late nights in consulting to a logistics startup in Indonesia, all while making friends with Istanbul’s cats.Dec 7, 20201Dec 7, 20201
