I took part in a collective farewell at a close friend’s memorial last week, gaining a deeper understanding of a woman who lived a selfless life and earned the commendation by many as a saint.  I also came away with a sense that I am just not very good at funerals.  …read more »

Three years ago, I sent a random post to a programming forum asking if anyone could put me up while I relocated to Queensland, Australia as my wife closed our affairs down south in Victoria.  A programmer who knew me only by my name and sarcastic comments responded by opening his home to me – only after his wife spoke to my wife to ensure I was not a threat to their two boys.  Apparently, my wife was convincing enough to persuade them to set up me up in their spare room during our transition. …read more »