China controls 90% of humanoid robot sales. The U.S. is scrambling to keep up. But the scarier thought? If China fills up first, does the rest of the world follow? By the end of the decade, do robots outnumber workers? We don’t know. That’s the part that gets me.
I should start making my own butter. Heavy cream, yogurt, a stand mixer — that’s really all it takes. Let it ferment overnight, whip it up, rinse it, done. The possibilities go beyond plain: garlic herb, honey, whatever I’m in the mood for. Can you imagine me doing this? It should be fun, right?
"Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful." — William Morris
That arched doorless shower is doing a lot — in the best way. Blue-and-white stripe tile wrapping wall to ceiling, framed by a perfect arch. No door, no hardware, nothing interrupting the pattern. What gets me is how committed it is — the stripe doesn't stop at the shower entrance, it just keeps going. That kind of design confidence is rare. A bathroom with an actual point of view. If I ever have the bathroom space for it, this is the vision.
Word of the Day: Spurious
I learned a new word today.
Word of the Day
Spurious
/ˈspjʊəriəs/ • adjective
01.
Not genuine, authentic, or true.
02.
Based on false reasoning.
Example: "The data showed a spurious correlation between ice cream sales and shark attacks, as both were actually driven by the summer heat."
Quick Tip:
Think of it as the "imposter" of the dictionary. If it’s spurious, it’s "spurious-ly" (seriously) fake.
The U.S. government just officially registered alien.gov and aliens.gov. While the pages are currently blank, the move follows recent pledges regarding UAP and UFO disclosure. Whether it’s a portal for declassified files or a new transparency initiative, the timing is wild. Stay tuned! 👽🛸 Link
This French tiny home is a total fairytale. The artisanal woodwork and cozy lounge nook make it feel so magical. It is incredible how they fit two lofts and a huge kitchen into such a functional design. It looks like the perfect, unique escape. Link 🔗
Word of the Day: Anomie
I learned a new word today… and it perfectly captures that ‘adrift’ feeling when things change too fast.
Word of the Day
Anomie
/ˈanəmi/ • noun
01.
Social instability resulting from a breakdown of standards and values.
02.
Personal unrest, alienation, and uncertainty that comes from a lack of purpose or ideals.
Recipe Bucket List: Vegan Peanut Butter Pie
Watched: Zone 414 🍿 ★★☆☆☆
Watched: Mercy 🍿 Better than I expected. Not perfect, but I enjoyed it. ★★★☆☆
Can a Robot Love You Back?
I've spent a few posts lately talking about how robots make me uneasy. Automation eating jobs. AI making decisions nobody asked it to make. The creeping sense that we're building things faster than we're thinking about them. I stand by all of that.
And then, a couple of years ago, I read The Wild Robot — before any of those posts existed. Funny how that works.
If you haven't read it, here's the short version: Roz is a robot who washes ashore on a wild island, raises a gosling that isn't hers, and becomes something that looks a whole lot like a mother. Peter Brown's book sneaks up on you. He said he set out to write about a robot finding …
Paris spent a decade ripping out car lanes and replacing them with 550km of bike paths, pedestrian squares, and actual trees — one of the most ambitious urban transformations on the planet. The results are real. Amazing! The hard part now is keeping that momentum going after Hidalgo leaves office.
Dinner’s on the stove. I looked out the window and saw everything buried under a fresh blanket of snow. The trees and the fence line — quiet and white. There’s something right about cooking for loved ones while it’s still snowing outside.
Congratulations to Keivonn Woodard for making history at just 10 years old for his role in HBO’s The Last of Us, where he became the first Black deaf actor nominated for an Emmy in the Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series category and the youngest nominee.
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This Lumibricks' Van Gogh Wheat Field with Cypress set looks amazing. It costs $119. I am tempted to get it… Hmm.
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My Hands Are My Voice: The Problem with AI Search in Google Maps
Google is doing a huge overhaul to Maps. It's not just a map anymore; it's becoming a personal assistant that uses AI to "see" and "think." Check out the full story here: Digital Trends Article
What the new AI can do:
"Ask Maps": You can ask complex questions like "Find a quiet cafe with good parking," and Gemini AI summarizes the best spots for you. Immersive Navigation: It uses 3D views to show landmarks, overpasses, and even traffic details before you go. Driving Copilot: Google says these features are designed to help you "stay focused on the road" by letting you talk to the AI while you drive. It looks amazing, but as a Deaf person, …
Meet Gizmo.
LEGO Build Log
GIZMO IS
COMPLETE.
LEGO Ideas #069 • Set 21361 • 1,125 pieces
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Started this yesterday. Finished it this morning. 1,125 pieces and one very good boy sitting on my desk.
LEGO Ideas #069 from the Gremlins universe. Those ears. Those eyes. Honestly one of the most satisfying builds I've done in a while.
"Three rules. Keep him away from bright light. Don't get him wet. And no matter what you do — never feed him after midnight."
I followed all three. He turned out perfect. No room in a tiny house for regrets — just Gizmo on the shelf. 🧱
It’s all done, and it looks really adorable! I decided not to include the 3D glasses with it.
This Biscuit and Sausage Casserole looks so good! Growing up, my family always made biscuits and gravy, and I’ve really been missing that. I’m grabbing the ingredients to try this recipe on one of those Sundays. Yummy! 😋
I’ve been a loyal John Grisham fan for years, keeping a Christmas tradition my dad started for my late mamaw. I own every book, and The French Illusion will be under the tree this year.
"Many of the elements that make legal thrillers compelling—high stakes, hidden motives, intricate plots, and shady characters—also propel the best espionage fiction."— John Grisham, Doubleday (2026)
I will miss his courtroom chaos. Although it isn't classic legal grit, I’ll still read it because he is John Grisham.
That DIY tile trick is brilliant. Instead of mixing mortar and making a huge mess, you just use the stick-on backing and place the tiles directly on the wall. So much simpler and cleaner. Now I’m tempted to try it in my kitchen—I just need to find the right tiles I like.
I could do something like this cool project. Check it out here. I have to find the instructions for this!!!
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Spring’s nearly here with nice mid-60s weather. Can’t wait to start projects around my tiny house! Took flower photos below from my time in DC. Miss those days and capturing everything there!
Took it in March 2023.
Took it in April 2023
Took it in July 2023
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