Maui, Hawaii: An Excellent Place to Chill
Maui is an amazing place with beautiful beaches & nature, delicious food, and 1000 ways to relax. And, relax we did!
Hawaii’s Big Island: A Relaxing, Rocky Roadtrip
We visited Hawaii’s Big Island and Maui as a family during spring break this year. Here are some photos, itinerary, and suggestions from our trip.
Completing the Stress Cycle In a Stressed Out World
In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become an unavoidable part of our lives. However, there’s a way to not just cope with stress but to effectively complete the stress cycle, allowing you to emerge stronger and more resilient.
Scaling UW-Madison’s Computer Science Capstone
The Computer Science Capstone course I teach is an experiential course that undergraduates take in their final year. Here’s how it works and how we’re scaling it next year.
Why Rest is So Important and How to Prioritize It
In a country that glorifies hustle culture and perpetual productivity, we sometimes see taking time off as counterintuitive or even lazy. However, contrary to this mindset, prioritizing rest and vacation is not just a luxury but a necessity for maintaining overall well-being. Let’s look into why rest is so important for our mental, physical, and social health.
Stephen King’s On Writing: A Book Review
Stephen King’s memoir, On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft is hands-down the best book on writing I’ve ever read. Part memoir, part writing guide, this book is a treasure trove of fascinating information for aspiring writers and fans of King’s work alike.
Agile Discovery & Delivery Now on Kindle Unlimited
I’ve just added Agile Discovery & Delivery to Kindle Unlimited. That means if you are a Kindle Unlimited subscriber, you can now read my book FOR FREE! For authors, the way we get our books included in Kindle Unlimited is by enrolling in KDP Select.
Agile Discovery & Delivery Available Through Ingram Spark
My book, Agile Discovery & Delivery, is now also available via Ingram Spark! Ingram Spark distributes to bookstores (Barnes & Noble, Target, all the independent bookstores) and libraries. So, you may very well see my book at your local library or bookstore soon!
What You Focus On Becomes Your Life
In a world of distractions, where information bombards us from every angle, our attention is worth more than ever. Whether you focus on the right things or wrong things, what you focus on becomes your life.
Make Time: A Book Review
In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for what truly matters can feel like an elusive goal. In their book Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day, authors Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky offer a guide for focusing on the things that bring us joy and fulfillment.