Category: Life
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How We Use Social Media
Social media isn’t one-size-fits-all. Honestly, that’s the point. Each platform serves a different purpose in my world, and over time I’ve learned to treat them less like a megaphone and more like a set of tools. Some are for precision. Others are for play. And a few are where everything comes together. Quick Blurb About…
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Not Broken
Being a dad to a neurodiverse child has changed the way I see the world—and the way I see myself. There are challenges, of course. Some days are louder than expected. Some transitions take longer. Some moments ask for more patience than I think I have ready at hand. But then again, don’t we all…
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Creativity & Family in my Leisure Time
In my leisure time, what I enjoy most is making things. Not in a “Pinterest-perfect, look-at-me” way—more like the kind of making that helps me breathe again. If I’ve had a long day, or my brain is buzzing, or I just feel off, I can usually get back to “me” by working on mosaic or…
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The Biggest Influence in My Life Right Now
The biggest influence in my life right now isn’t a single artist, teacher, or moment—it’s my family, and in particular, my role as a father. Fatherhood has fundamentally shaped how I think about creativity, time, and intention. I try to be very deliberate about spending quality time with each of my sons—Spider-Man*, Bonecrusher, and A-Bomb.…
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Welcoming a New Chapter
This year, we have had big changes If you’ve landed here and noticed a few things look a little different—you’re right. This space is changing, and so are we. What began as a place to share stories of fatherhood and life in mid-transition is now becoming something new: Day-Storms Studio, our dedicated art studio specializing…
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Missing My Chaos Crew
The Sound of (Too Much) Silence There’s a strange kind of silence that follows you when you’re away from your family. It’s not peaceful. Oh no, it’s too quiet. The kind of quiet that feels like the calm before a storm or, worse, the calm after A-bomb* has pulled the plug on the TV because…
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6 Key Skills to Boost My Creativity
As a freelance medical content developer, increasing my creativity isn’t just about having great ideas; it’s about honing key skills that make those ideas come to life effectively. I have been taking Dave Birss’ Creativity Bootcamp, and I am on Day 4 (of 5). Today, I’m exploring six crucial skills to enhance my creativity and…
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Creative Bootcamp Day 3: Embracing My Inner Idea Cultivator
Hey there, fellow adventurers in fatherhood and beyond! Welcome back to my creative diary as I navigate Dave Birss’ Creative Bootcamp. Today’s task was all about introspection and honesty—getting to the heart of what kind of person I am when it comes to cultivating ideas. So, let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of today’s challenge and…
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Creative Bootcamp Day 2: Embracing What Makes Me “Me”
Hey there, fellow adventurers in fatherhood and beyond! One way that I am trying to “unplug” more (in a way) is to increase my creativity and work my creative muscle so to speak. Welcome back to my creative diary as I navigate Dave Birss’ Creative Bootcamp. Today’s task was an introspective journey. The challenge was…
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A Great Dad…More Than Just a Title
In the vast expanse of life’s challenges and triumphs, the echoes of “You’re a great Dad” resonate as the most profound compliment I’ve ever received. This wasn’t a fleeting comment made in passing; it has been an affirmation repeated in moments of both doubt and joy, reflecting not just my actions but the essence of…