May 4, 2024. 5:12am

Being groundless means that my dreams aren’t dragging me around anymore, I’m not worried about where I’m going to end up after grad school because I’m already there and my identity is no longer wrapped up in the acquisition of material things. A lot of what use to define me has gone away; the brightness of my eyes, the perfume I use to wear and the things that use to move me but what I have held onto is my resolve, in a myriad of life’s complexities. Much like flora we learn how to be resilient and adjust to the circumstances we find ourselves in; whether it’s job loss, death of a love one or health ailments. Like plants we learn to adapt to many different types of environments; representing diverse species that contribute to the ecosystem of survival.

May 3, 2024. 1:45pm

Watching schools of fish glide through the water, their synchronized movements were charming. Despite the various species in densely populated aquariums, they swam in sympathy to each other; a harmonious display of choreography with a certain preciseness. They are impeccable with their spacial dynamics and navigate the water with fluidity. We, on the other hand; collide, clash, pang and often bump into each other- sometimes with our literal bodies but frequently in our interchange. We even carry on allegorically; drowning in the dogmatism of ideology but there’s a lesson somewhere. What I’ve come to understand is that man’s natural tendency is down; unlike these aquatic entities that we stand to learn from. The observation of these vertebrates made me think on the significance of stimulating good will between individuals. To take this a step further; maybe people will someday look to marine existence as a model for how life should be lived.

May 2, 2024. 3:25pm

Who knew?! That we wouldn’t always see life through the brilliant lens of child-like contentment because one day we would be shaped by grown up obligations. It’s absurd to realize that the guiltlessness from our youth and the insight we have garnered from adulthood would be difficult to reconcile, yet there is an ideal world. Whether it’s snuggling up in your favorite footies that Mom gave you for Christmas, enjoying a Mosser Roth chocolate or watching the hypnotic effect of the sunset; we are reminded of how the challenges in life haven't necessarily corrupted or co-opted the things that use to bring us joy. During these simple pleasures, the paradox of contentment is solved. When I take time out, I now find myself resigned to something larger than whatever it is; that might be threatening my sense of peace.

May 1, 2024. 1am

I realize it's impossible to do it all; debunking the myth of a 1 person agency, even with multi and interdisciplinary experience under the belt. Some of the brightest minds sometimes collaborate with colleagues who compliment their skill set to achieve goals related to the web. Nowadays you would need a web designer, project manager, artist, coder and more to make your ideas come to life, in a manner; which is cohesive. Otherwise, you would have to harness all of this expertise; with an unrealistic goal of innovating concepts. As a result, it’s challenging to find just a solitaire creator making for a workflow, which would probably be less than seamless. Tapping into your pool of professional resources and networking within your circle can make all the difference in your web design.

March 27, 2024. 5:25pm

It’s possible to tell a lot about a person from their recommended reads on their webpage and that’s not a bad thing. Oftentimes we as web designers feel compelled to put together a book list that has helped to shape our lives in some profound way. The idea is that these offerings present a guide that just may expand one’s literary repertoire. These digs can inspire or open up self-reflection and aren’t necessarily meant to overwhelm visitors with drudgery. Hopefully we’re not just peddling material that we deem, as culturally relevant but instead presenting narratives that embody the intricacies of human experience. While one might interpret this tyranny of other people’s recommended reads as real; this list demonstrates how a serendipitous stumble may just lead to a really fantastic read.

March 1, 2024. 3:15am

I’m lucky enough to have artwork being featured by the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA); a national non-profit organization established during the 70’s. It's flattering to see my creations showcased by an entity that provides assistance to individuals living with ms. Thanks to art, we can go beyond conversations about mris and relapses; to creating an open dialogue about the disease. Art serves many roles but most importantly it has a dual purpose, as a tool to empower and also help heal. Other uses for art include to beautify and connect with communities. Ironically, I happen to be one of those people who creates mostly because it gives me a sense of purpose.

February 25, 2024. 12pm

I thought it was cool being able to find myself in the google scholar search engine and fairly rewarding being able to say “I contribute to the dissemination of scholarship” but now you can create a google scholar profile. The cool part is that you are able to showcase your work on your profile; whether it’s a thesis, book, abstract or just about any other viable source. Visitors benefit too, as they’ll get to learn a bit more about the author, such as their other research interests. This addition to google scholar was a novel idea; as it also acknowledges the efforts that people put into reaching their academic goals.

February 21, 2024. 5:45pm

This world will make you crazy, if you don’t grab ahold of yourself. I say this because markets are always telling us what to buy (dictating our shopping habits); if not a product then how to live (selling us on an ideal like being happy), in order to be functioning members of society but fighting the urge is a must. Being conscious and skeptical of norms that tell you, which goals you should’ve reached and by what age is a good practice. An example of this, is an article over at yourcnb.com titled "Milestones you Should Reach by Age 40;" tells you that you should have some idea of where your career is heading by a certain age. Realistically this is just not going to be everyone’s narrative and that’s ok, especially since unpredictability seems to be the rule not the exception. While it’s also true that most of us just want to make an impression in life; you are doing that if you just get through it. There is a sense of self-worth and power that is inherent, simply because we are human. After all, it's will that makes us ultimately responsible for defining success on our own terms. By breaking out of the expectations imposed by society; we can potentially live a more stress free life.

February 2, 2024. 9:05am

Linux is fantastic for people looking to explore tech realms, while Windows doesn’t really require you to keep learning. With Linux you’ll learn the command line, gnu tools and file system structure, for example. Some of the other perks and benefits of using this os includes the fact that you are using community driven software so there’s no need to buy a new software license every 2 years, or so. It’s impartial to older computers and you’ll have control over your updates-reboot when you want to. Nevertheless, I’ve been engrossed in Linux (Lbuntu now Mint) for nearly a year now and don’t regret the switch from Windows one bit. If you need more information on what Linux has to offer, you can visit nwkings.com.

January 28, 2024. 11:45am

The site is undergoing a face-lift and oftentimes how many links you have can determine the type of layout that you end up with. I maintain a content-oriented site with a minimalist overview; yet the need to captivate viewership makes a delicate balance. Ironically, coding is time consuming and takes away from the ability to create art. Additionally, staying abreast of current trends requires both education and investment. For these reasons, this aesthetic overhaul will probably be a one time deal. A lot goes into web development; yet those like myself who aren’t necessarily new to the game keep innovating through a business that is constantly in flux.