On August 31st I'll be deleting my Matrix accounts. The reasons are pretty simple: I don't find any joy in using this service anymore. I don't find the experience of using Matrix pleasant and maintaining the various rooms that I'm in is more of a chore than a joy. So …

Checking in for 2023-08-07:

• Last week my intention was to work with my negative self-criticism. I didn't do so great with this, in part because I was tired and it kicked into overdrive on several occasions. I did manage to get a few things released but I found myself questioning …

Checking in for 2023-08-06:

• Been taking the weekend easy. Yesterday I didn't take any naps (or at least any naps in bed) so I'm feeling it today.
• I'm also not a smart person because I was looking for my copy of In the Court of the Crimson King, a 50th …

Checking in for 2023-08-04:

• I'm tired. Like, super tired. Tired in the same way that one is when they get done mowing a lawn without the benefit of adrenaline to help buffet the tiredness. If I didn't have a morning engagement I would be crawling back into bed.
• This tiredness …

Checking in for 2023-08-03:

• I'm taking today off as a "retreat". What exactly does that mean for someone who is "retired"?? It means I'm going to do my best to just relax and recharge. Some times I've called this a "fedi-break" but this one is more encompassing. I'm going to …