1/8. This week I had a few different conversations with scholars who, in the face of the attacks on science and institutions of learning in the U.S., are wondering what to do. One suggestion I have is: keep doing your work. It matters in and of itself. Why do I say that? A few reasons.

History is there for us to learn from…

When you're lacking motivation, remind yourself: discipline now, freedom later. The labor will pass, and the rewards will last.

Writing isn't magic; it's a process. It can be taught, learned, experimented with, and developed. Given enough study, practice, and workshopping, every single one of you can write something worth reading.

Every. Single. One. Of. You.

Anyone know why city managers always build the roads after a population boom? It seems backwards to have a ton of cars on tiny roads that are not designed for the influx of traffic.

Unique cloud formation from earlier this morning (unedited photo). The scenery was a nice visual depiction of the social migration to Bluesky.

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Like a lot of people, I keep my weapons on display.

Hello! Traveling at 30,000 feet and enjoying the blue skies. New here and I’m excited to learn the platform and find like minded educators.