Life & Personal

A dancer's commanding presence transforms the camera - raw energy meets technical precision.

Aging happens fast when you're not looking.

Turning 28 marks the shift from youth to adulthood - an unsettling line nobody warns you about.

Two days driving the Clinton motorcade taught me Secret Service logistics and highway precision.

Double the decimal-shifted bill total, round up. That's your 20% tip - simple.

Never found a diet that worked? Your body type and metabolism are unique - here's what finally stuck.

Schools skip life skills. Heinlein's wisdom applies: know how to do real things.

Reflections on a satisfying New Year with friends, homemade French toast, and optimism for what 2008 might bring.

A vacation in Vegas turned magical: upgraded flights, killer hotel deals, an unforgettable Crazy Horse Paris show, and desert adventures.

Attempting Parkour at UW alongside experienced practitioners taught me the sport is exhilarating - and punishing on day two.

Halloween security work at an industrial warehouse venue proved surprisingly rewarding, juggling event safety with unexpected responsibility.

California wildfire photos from family capture the raw power and devastation of nature's uncontrolled fury.

A night at the Nectar watching the Heavyweight Dub Champion band surprised me - the live energy eclipsed the reggae-heavy studio recordings.

A wood stove, banana bread, and unexpected guests create the perfect winter comfort - plus reflections on happiness and unconventional paths.

Investigating an abandoned government research compound (Picnic Point Facility) turned into an adventure - full story with photos.

Don't trap yourself in convention. If you're hungry, eat. If you're tired, sleep. Stop waiting for permission to live.

Halo 3's online multiplayer offers casual social gaming without planning dinners - pure fun protecting Earth from aliens.

A new gift rule: no physical items unless on a wishlist or approved by spouse. Money and cards still welcome.

Cold Seattle weather becomes cozy with a wood stove, hot chocolate, and Halo 3 multiplayer with friends.