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The Great Octopus Election Conspiracy

I stared at the prophetic octopus as it twisted and glided around its tank.

The Fiasco Unfolds: A Blank Notebook, A Rebellious Pen, and the Birth of My Archrival

In A Silent Reverie

He settled into his seat on the train, his gaze drawn to the window.

I Am He And He Is Me

He sat by the warm glow of the lamp, brushing away tufts of hair that tickled his forehead.

Upmarket Fiction

What the hell is upmarket fiction?

A Title Finally Came To Me

I spent the past week thinking about the purpose of these journal entries.

A Few Thoughts On 'Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow'

If you’re going to create any great work, regardless of whether it’s music, art, writing, or some other creative endeavor, you’re going to need inspiration.

Lessons from a Rubik's Cube

I was probably 10 or 11 years old when I first learned how to solve a Rubik’s Cube.

What I've Learned After Writing Every Day For Six Months

Six months ago, I set out on a mission.

To The People I Will Never See Again

My travels away from home // Will soon come to an end

Writing Past Midnight

Some people say that they are more creative at night.

The (Other) Starry Night

Today, I had the opportunity to see Van Gogh's Starry Night.

The Balancing Act of Structure and Serendipity

How much should you plan your life?

Sunday Haiku

Inspired by the French, a haiku.

If We Let Them, The Days Are Much Longer Than We Think

When was the last time you stayed awake for 24 hours?

Bon Appétit

Over the past few days, I’ve started to notice everything I’ll miss when I leave Paris.

A Meeting At The Louvre

I made a new friend today.

An Eiffel Tower Haiku

After spending a few days in Paris, I finally got a chance today to visit the Eiffel Tower up close.

Reunited, And It Feels So Good

A light drizzle turned into a steady shower of rain.

Letting The Journey Change You

It’s now been two full days without my luggage.

Midnight in Paris

“Is this the place?” I asked.

My Birthday Tradition

I stepped into the street, slightly drunk and somewhat unsatisfied.

The Seahorse

Today, I visited the aquarium at the Oceanographic Museum in Monaco.

Outside Looking In (A Few Thoughts On Monaco)

“It costs 18 euros to enter and you will need a passport or valid verification document.”

The Colors of the Riviera

There’s one thing about the French Riviera that is unmissable.

Keeping Track of Your Numbers

Today is my dad’s birthday.

Musings After Antibes

I went to Antibes today.

Escargot and Dalí Masks

The waiter, a stout middle-aged man with a limp in his gait, walked away from my table and disappeared into the kitchen.

One Day in Marseille

After arriving in Marseille in the early afternoon, I spent the remainder of the day wandering through the beautiful port city.

The Last Baguette

My friend, Louise // Made me a bet

When Plans Fall Apart

During my travels over the past few weeks, I've repeatedly confronted one particular skill.

Michelin Guides: Philly Is The "Frenchest American City"

Yesterday, the Philadelphia Inquirer published an article about how the new Michelin guide called Philadelphia the “Frenchest American city.”

Here I Am... Again (Learning To Code)

Here I am, attempting to learn how to code for the fifth or sixth time in my life.

A Trip Down Memory Lane With The Miniature Killer

I saw something today that I’m not sure I’ve ever seen before.

Ticket Trouble, Orwellian Irony, And A Little Perspective

I stepped into the Geneva train station and stood in front of the departures board.

Geneva Haiku

Little Geneva

Geneva, What A Remarkable Place

Geneva might be the closest thing to a utopian society that I have ever experienced.

My Final Day In Italy

I strolled along the rows of statues and monuments, reading names, dates of birth, and dates of death.

The Unworthies: What I've Learned After Writing Every Day For Five Months

Three months ago, I was sitting in a Starbucks recapping all of the things I had learned about writing every day for two months.

The Good Ol' Prompt

I’ve noticed an odd pattern over the past month.

The 20,000 Feet You Hiked

My time in Italy will be coming to an end in the next few days.

The Boy In The Crowd

The young boy entered the edge of the crowd, but nobody noticed him.

Just Like F. Scott Fitzgerald

We spend a lot of our lives thinking that we are the only freaks walking the Earth until we learn that everyone is a freak in one way or another.

What Torino Shows Me

It was hot today in Torino.

Milano Vignette

And suddenly, I hear music filling the street.

Sounds of the Cemetery

“Discover a sound you haven’t noticed before."

The Muse Didn't Visit Me Tonight

So you’re not going to visit me tonight, huh?

A Memory from the Chocolate Museum

Throughout my travels, there are so many small details that I wish I could keep with me forever.

Rain and Ash and Chaos

Today was simultaneously the longest and shortest day I’ve had in awhile.

A Rainy Day in Taormina

I did something today that I haven’t done in many months. 

Isola Bella Haiku

Little rock towers

Piano Piano

Today I learned a new term in Italian.

The Imperfect Jewel

As I wandered through the streets of Carini, Sicily, I tried to take in every detail.

An Uncommon Problem

I find myself in a situation that I am not often in.

Settling In

For the first time in over a week, I felt fully at ease.

What Happened When I Went To A Party With A Random Stranger in Zürich

Should I say something or let her finish her meal in peace?

Serendipities

It’s late here, I’ve had a few drinks, and I need to go to bed.

Gondola Haiku

It is late, and I need to wake up early to catch a train to Zürich.

An Eternal Embrace

I turned my gaze elsewhere as the couple kissed in front of me.

Meaning Lost at Sforzesco Castle

The squeaking soles of my sneakers echoed throughout the silent hall.

The Gifted Barista

My father and I stepped into the excited clamor of the small cafe.

Trial And Error

When it comes to deciding how to approach a problem, people typically belong on a spectrum.

Supermarket Haiku

Earlier today, I went to the supermarket closest to my Airbnb in Milan.

The Last Supper

Today, I saw DaVinci’s famous Last Supper painting in Milan.

Cinque Terre Haiku

Even though it was my second time in Cinque Terre, the views were just as breathtaking.

David's Haiku

One of my favorite pieces of art in the world is Michaelangelo’s statue of David.

Hofbräuhaus Haiku

Today, I visited Munich's renowned Hofbräuhaus, a historic 16th-century Bavarian beer hall and restaurant.

Heidelberg Castle Haiku

Castle ruins loom

A May Day Haiku

May Day in Frankfurt

Fish And Chips Haiku

Here is a short haiku in honor of crossing a food item off my bucket list.

A London Haiku

I didn’t have time to write what I really wanted to write about my first day in London, so I’m writing another haiku instead.

Travel Haiku

I’m going to London today.

The Night Before A Field Trip

Do you remember, way back when you were a kid, the night before a field trip?

We Need More Weird (My Thoughts On Beau Is Afraid)

Last night I saw Beau Is Afraid, the new A24 film by director Ari Aster.

A New Way of Writing

While I am away for nearly 8 weeks in Europe, I’d like to continue doing my daily writings.

The Importance of Learning Context

This past week, I stumbled across a YouTube channel called Great Art Explained.

15 Minutes Of Fame

“In the future, everyone will be famous for 15 minutes.”

Earth Day Haiku

Here’s a haiku I wrote to commemorate Earth Day.

Edward Hopper And The Quiet Anguish of Loneliness

In exactly one week from the time I’m writing this, I will be on an overnight flight to London.

The Stars Do Align, Sometimes

There are moments in life that leave you wondering: how did this happen?

Under The Weather Haiku

I’m still feeling a bit under the weather, so I’m going to write a quick haiku before getting to bed early:

I Didn't Go Outside Today

In fact, I didn’t shower.

Thinking Clearly, Confidently, and Carefully: A Lesson from Julia Child

In preparation for my first trip to France in a month, I decided to pick up Julia Child’s book titled My Life In France.

The Shit Test

When considering how close I am with a person, there’s a test I like to use called The Shit Test.

Off To New York

I'm off to New York City // Again

What Determines What (And Who) You Love?

Over the past few months, I have been writing a weekly newsletter in which I share my five favorite songs of the week.

People Watching On A Perfect Evening

A small toddler tumbles and giggles on the green astro turf.

Mirrors of Morality: My Learnings from Crime and Punishment

After spending the past three months reading The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, I was ready for a departure from the world of Tolkien.

On Feeling Behind: Which Race Do You Want To Be In?

We spend a great portion of our lives feeling like we’re behind.

My Top 8 Albums of Q1 2023

We’re now ten days into April, so I figured it might be a good idea to do a recap of my top albums of Q1 2023.

An Easter Haiku

It’s Easter morning, so I figured a haiku would be fitting for the occasion.

When Someone Annoys You, Be A 'Scenario A' Person

Every once in a while, I find myself getting increasingly annoyed about something.

What new doors will you open?

Today, I found two videos that captivated me for entirely different reasons, yet they both revealed paths to entirely new lives I had never previously imagined.

Enough Time Wasted

My mind, a bit foggy, struggles to string a few words together on the page.

How ChatGPT Can Bring Nuance Back Into The World

Earlier today, I listened to Lex Fridman’s interview with Sam Altman, the CEO and co-founder of OpenAI.

The First Beautiful Day of Spring

Today was the first beautiful day of spring in Philadelphia.

Why Dreaming Matters: Uncovering Its Hidden Benefits

The other day I was listening to a podcast interview with Matt Walker, PhD.

A Spring Haiku

It’s springtime in Philly, and the trees have started to blossom.

April Fools: Don't Believe Everything You See on the Internet

Today is April Fools' Day.