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Good afternoon, chat! I had a pretty chill day at work today—no meetings, no distractions, no huddles, none of that BS. It was such a peaceful and productive day. Honestly, I hope there are more workdays like this one in the future.

Another highlight of the day was definitely the weather. It was sunny as hell all day long. Big shoutout to the weather gods—appreciate you! Tomorrow’s my short-distance jog day, so please work your magic again. Your boy wants to sweat and shed a little weight!

On another note, I’ve got plans to make tonight productive too. I’ll probably start the evening by playing some video games to unwind, but after that, it’s all about my personal project until bedtime. Speaking of my project, I just checked the total amount of money I’ve spent on it since I started working on it. So far, I’ve dropped about $10k from my own pocket. If that’s not commitment, I don’t know what is.

To be fair, though, I could’ve saved $6k if I’d spent more time brainstorming instead of rushing in without a plan. Do I regret spending that much on stuff I’ll probably never use? A little. I mean, $6k is still $6k. But it’s okay—I’m confident in this project. I know it’s going to succeed. And I’ll make sure it does.

Good evening, chat! How y'all doing? I almost forgot to write an entry again today. Honestly, Google Calendar has been lowkey the MVP these past few days. If you're trying to build a habit, this is your sign to set a reminder on your calendar. Believe me, it works—especially if you're someone whose phone is always right next to them.

Now that I think about it, I don't think there's been a single day since 2014 where I haven't stared at a screen. Ever since I got my first phone, my eyes have no idea what it's like to spend a full day without looking at a glowing blue screen. It makes me want to go on a trip somewhere without a single device. But then again, I’m not sure that’s even possible, especially since everything nowadays is online.

What I could do, though, is travel to a remote area—like a province with garbage internet connection. That’d definitely keep me away from my phone and laptop. Damn, that actually doesn’t sound like a bad idea. I feel like I’d thrive in that environment. Honestly, I could probably spend months living like that.

Of course, I’d have to make sure I have my stuff together before heading out on a trip like that. I mean, I’d need enough money to survive and all that. One day, chat. One day.

Good morning, chat! Looks like the weather gods are serving us another gloomy morning, just like yesterday. But today, it’s extra cloudy and cold—I don’t see even a hint of sunbeams breaking through the sky. Yesterday, the skies cleared up by the afternoon, but I have a feeling that’s not happening today. And honestly, I’m a little bummed because Sunday is my run day. Guess I’ll have to wait and see if tomorrow’s weather is more runner-friendly. For now, it looks like another ‘walk-around-the-garage’ kind of morning.

Anyway, I had a pretty unproductive day yesterday. It was mostly just video games—and by “mostly,” I mean entirely. To be fair, though, I really needed the break. Like I mentioned in my previous entries, last week was super stressful at work. Spending hours gaming was just my way of decompressing. That said, I’m planning to get some work done today, so don’t worry—my project is still on track to launch by mid-February.

In other news, the Trump Coin just hit a 15B market cap. For context, I first noticed it when it was at $1.5B. If I hadn’t overthought it back then, I’d be sitting on a 10x return right now. The irony of that adds a bit more bitterness to an already bitter morning. Honestly, if this had been 2021, back when I was a full-on degenerate throwing money at anything shiny, I probably would’ve bought in without hesitation. Lesson learned: in a bull season, sometimes overthinking is the real enemy. We live and learn, chat. We live and learn.

Good morning, y'all! We've got a gloomy start to the day—it’s cloudy as hell out there. I haven’t gone for my walk yet, which is unusual for me since I usually walk before I start writing.

Anyway, I woke up to find Trump’s coin sitting at a $5 billion market cap. Last night, it was at $1.5 billion, but I decided not to buy, thinking it was already too high and probably a scam. If I sounded a little upset last night, now you know why. Turns out it started below a $100 million market cap, which, in hindsight, means I missed out on what could have been generational wealth. And to make it worse, I just found out it’s legit—lmao.

So yeah, I’m planning to DCA (dollar-cost average) in. I know, I feel like an idiot buying now when it’s already higher than when I first saw it. But here’s the thing: $5 billion isn’t that high when you consider it’s the coin of the former POTUS. For context, Dogecoin’s all-time high was around $70 billion. Do I think this Trump coin will get there? Honestly, I can’t say for sure, but it has a lot of support from the crypto community, especially the Solana maxis. And why wouldn’t they support it? The token literally launched on Solana.

As for the overall impact, I think this could be good for the crypto space. We’ll probably see a bunch of memecoins skyrocket in the coming weeks. That said, when you see stuff like this, it’s often a top signal, so I am a little worried. Still, I think the crypto community—especially the degens in the trenches—will be eating good for a while.

Good evening, chat. This will be a really short one because I’m feeling super tired right now. It doesn’t really make sense since the day was pretty chill, and I got plenty of sleep last night. Maybe it was dinner? If so, I definitely shouldn’t have eaten so much, because now I’m regretting it.

Anyway, work was pretty relaxed today. I didn’t have a single meeting—which is rare for a Friday since there’s usually at least one on my calendar. Not that I’m complaining! Honestly, I wish all my Fridays were like this.

I also got in a lot of steps today—about 7,000, which is awesome. On top of that, I squeezed in a workout. It’s leg day, so my legs are feeling kind of sore right now.

Overall, it’s been a good day, chat. But I’m going to wrap it up here. Catch y’all tomorrow!

Good evening, chat! I almost forgot to write an entry today—thank heavens for Google Calendar. This is your friendly reminder to set a reminder. Trust me, it works!

Anyway, I had a pretty good day today, chat. Work wasn’t too stressful. I had a couple of meetings, but nothing too crazy. The workload was manageable, which is always a win. On top of that, I walked 7,000 steps today—1,000 more than my usual! (Unrelated, but the La La Land soundtrack is playing right now, and my god, it’s literal ear candy.)

I even managed to squeeze in some workout exercises, so that was nice. Honestly, no complaints for today. Like, zero complaints. I made progress on my personal project, spoke with a couple of Fiverr artists, and kicked off a few tasks. I’m still on track to release the project by mid-February.

I know, I know—I should’ve released this project a long time ago, but hear me out: I had to rebrand. Twice. Not once—T-W-I-C-E. Add in the holiday slump, and yeah… maybe I’m making excuses. But seriously, I’m so glad I took that little break because I feel energized now.

I can feel it. I’m back in that hungry state I was in last October, when all I could think about was the grind. This time feels different, though. I don’t have any hesitations anymore, and I’m more certain than ever that I’ll launch this project soon.

Good evening, chat! Hope y'all are doing well. Personally, I had a stressful day at work. It was pretty much the same as yesterday. The only difference is that now I feel kind of callous about it. You know that feeling when you can’t do anything about something, so you just accept it as part of life? That’s exactly where I’m at right now.

To put it simply, I feel dead inside. Like, I’m that character in a movie who doesn’t give a hoot about what’s happening around them. The good thing is, my life outside work is the total opposite. Today, I actually feel energetic and motivated working on my personal project. It’s like I’m racing against time again. I hate that feeling—like everything around me is moving forward while I’m being left behind.

But here’s the weird part: I don’t feel stressed at all when I’m off work. It’s like, from 9-5, I’m always stressed, but as soon as I clock out, my life feels colorful again. Goes to show just how much of an issue this job is for me. I know, I know—I’ve been complaining about it for literally months now.

The thing is, there are some important things happening this year that kind of require me to stay at my job. Unless my portfolio suddenly goes parabolic, there’s no way I could quit and still survive.

I don’t know, chat. I’m so done with this crap.

Good evening, chat! I hope y'all had a great day because mine wasn’t exactly the best. First off, I’m grateful I managed to go for a walk outside twice today. Shoutout to the weather gods—you really came through for me. Your boy appreciates y’all so much! On top of that, I squeezed in some workout time, so there’s that win.

But let’s be real—work? Not so great. I had to handle some stuff today that was totally out of my league, and it really stressed me out. Plus, it involved a lot of talking and explaining, which just added to the pressure. One day of this is fine, but I’ve got this sinking feeling the rest of the week is going to be the same. I’m legit dreading tomorrow. That’s how rough it is right now.

Crap, I shouldn’t have even reminded myself of all that. No cap, I feel dead inside—zero motivation to do anything. My mind’s blank, my back hurts, and my anxiety is through the roof. To sum it up, life’s feeling pretty shitty right now.

Anyway, that’s it for this entry. I’ll catch y’all next time—hopefully with better vibes. Here’s to tomorrow being less of a dumpster fire.

Good evening, chat. It's been a pretty busy day. I don’t remember exactly when I woke up, but I did manage to walk around the neighborhood this morning. The weather wasn’t too sunny, but it wasn’t cold either. It was a little windy, but hey, it could’ve been worse. Anyway, the morning felt super rushed. I had a lot of events scheduled, so I didn’t really get to do much besides that walk. Needless to say, work was packed. I had four different meetings, so there was definitely a lot of talking. And, as you all know, I burn out quickly when I have to talk a lot. So now, I’m feeling really tired, and it’s not even bedtime yet. I hate when this happens because it feels like such a waste of time. There are so many things I want to do, but it’s hard to push through when both of my eyes are heavy.

That said, I was still able to get some work done. Oh, and by the way, I’ve decided to reinstall some of the video games I usually play. The thing is, there’s a dopamine source I’m trying to cut off, and it’s been tough because I don’t have many other outlets for it. I’m hoping that by reinstalling the games, whenever I crave that dopamine, I can redirect it to playing instead. It’s a bit of a pick-your-poison situation, but I do think video games are the less potent option.

We had an absolutely amazing morning chat. I can't even begin to tell you how happy I am, and my day has literally just started. First off, y’all, the skies are clear as can be. This is the kind of day beachgoers dream about, the kind yacht owners live for, and the kind rain lovers absolutely despise. It is that sunny. Weather gods, you’ve done it again—thank you for blessing us with this incredible day.

And of course, as someone who thrives on sunny vibes, there was no way I was letting this day go to waste. I decided to make the most of it by challenging myself to run 3 miles non-stop—and guess what? I did it! Oh my god, I still can’t believe I pulled it off again. The last time I ran 3 miles non-stop was, like, six months ago. And honestly? Back then, I couldn’t even figure out how I managed it.

But this time, chat, I took notes. I actually have a strategy now. I’m confident that if I try again in two or three days, I’ll crush it again. That said, I’m not gonna lie—my body is feeling it right now. I might need a couple of days to fully recover, but hey, that’s part of the process, right? The best part is, I’ve got a proper technique now. It’s not just sheer luck anymore; it’s a method that works.

I’m so happy, chat. I can’t even put into words how amazing this feels. I remember talking about this a few entries ago, saying it’d take me weeks to get here. But here I am, only two weeks into 2025, and I’ve already done it. What a start to the year! We’re off to something special, chat.

Good morning, chat! How y'all doing? I just got back from my morning walk, and it was so nice, y'all. The sun was out, the streets were quiet, and—most importantly—I didn't get chased or barked at by some dog. Looks like it's gonna be sunny for the rest of the day too, so I might go for another walk later.

Now that I think about it, it's kinda wild how just two weeks ago, the weather was so cold I couldn’t even walk around the neighborhood. And now, with yesterday and today’s weather, it feels like summertime already. But hey, I’m not complaining. Honestly, I’d rather have this kind of weather all year round. Forget the four seasons—just give me summer. I’m all about that tropical vibe.

Okay, enough weather talk. Today, I’ll mainly be staying at home. I’ve got some design work to knock out and maybe a bit of coding too. You know, I’ve been reflecting on how much time I wasted last year. If I had started working on my personal project at the beginning of 2024, I’m positive things would look so different right now. I’d probably be in a better position—professionally and financially. Heck, I’d likely feel better physically and mentally too.

But hey, we live and learn, right, chat? We live and learn.

Good evening, y’all. It’s ya boy, back at it again with another byte. We had a pretty good day, chat. I kicked off the morning with my usual walk. The sun was out, so I got to stroll around the neighborhood, and to top it off, the cold was mild—real nice vibes. Thank you, weather gods. Y’all are the real MVPs today.

Work went well too—nothing crazy, nothing new. I’m still tackling tasks that aren’t super stressful but also not exactly thrilling. It’s that “meh” type of work, you know? The kind people do just to look busy and not like they’re bushing around. Anyway, the weekend’s coming up, and I’ll probably be chilling at home. The plan? Work on my personal projects, scroll through X, and watch a few movies.

I’ve been thinking about adding some AI to my project, so I’ll spend some time learning how to leverage existing LLMs. Speaking of time, I’ve got plenty tonight, and I just downloaded the new Venom movie. Apparently, it dropped recently? Weird thing is, I haven’t seen a single post about it on X. For a Marvel movie, that’s bizarre. I’ve caught some chatter about Marvel Rivalry or whatever, but nothing about Venom. Maybe it’s trash? I guess I’ll find out soon enough since it’s on tonight’s watchlist.

Good evening, chat. I almost forgot to write an entry today—thank heavens for Google Calendar sending me a reminder! Seriously, chat, set a reminder for yourselves. It works, I promise.

Speaking of things that are working, my new facial skincare routine and diet combination seem to be doing wonders. My face has cleared up from those pesky little acne bumps, and overall, it looks brighter. However, I’m still struggling with redness. Honestly, I have no clue what else to try to resolve it. Could it be hormonal? I doubt it—it’s been almost six years now, so that doesn’t seem likely. Maybe it’s just bad genes? That’s a strong possibility since my family has a history of skin issues. It’s kind of a killjoy, not gonna lie.

That said, I still have one trump card up my sleeve: finally visiting a dermatologist. The thing is, I’m not a huge fan of going to doctors. I’m a big believer in natural remedies, especially the idea that diet is everything. I truly think that if I eat the right foods and provide my body with the nutrients it needs, it should heal naturally. But as I mentioned, even with my diet changes—mostly eating real, whole foods—it hasn’t completely worked.

If the organic approach doesn’t cut it, maybe it’s time to call in the big guns.

My head hurts like hell, chat. To make things worse, I feel completely drained, and I have no idea what’s causing either. I got a solid eight hours of sleep last night, so it’s not from lack of rest. I ate lunch on time and have been staying hydrated as usual, so I’m crossing those off the list too. The only thing I did differently today was go for a run right after I got out of bed.

Here’s the thing: every time I run in the morning, I end up feeling sluggish for the rest of the day. It’s so weird because I thought exercising was supposed to boost your energy, but for me, it seems to do the opposite. Needless to say, I didn’t get anything done at work. Thankfully, this week’s workload is pretty light, so it’s not the end of the world.

On another note, I uninstalled my video games again today. I don’t know if you remember, but I spent most of 2024 steering clear of games. Specifically, I didn’t touch them from February until mid-December. But after my December vacation, I caved and reinstalled them. I don’t want to slip back into that cycle of addiction, though, so I decided to uninstall them again.

Honestly, I’m glad we’ve moved on from physical copies of games. Imagine having to burn CDs or store dozens of cartridges just to temporarily curb a gaming habit. What a nightmare that would’ve been!

Good morning, chat!

I woke up slightly earlier today than usual, but for some reason, I feel more energetic. I started taking sea moss gel about a week ago, and I have a feeling this might be one of its effects kicking in.

Anyway, I haven’t gone for my walk yet, but I will in about 30 minutes—once this cold morning settles down a bit. I’m grateful the sun is out, though.

Now that I think about it, I don’t really have a lot planned for today. I checked my work calendar earlier and only saw one event. My work queue has been collecting tumbleweeds for the past three weeks. Some people might think I'm complaining unnecessarily—after all, who wouldn’t want to get paid without doing much, right?

But here’s the thing, chat. I actually enjoy what I do. I love building things because it gives me a sense of accomplishment. It’s been my main source of dopamine for the past few years. If I’m spending 8 hours at work every day, I expect to get at least some kind of "high" from it, you know? But that hasn’t really happened in the past few months.

Is the company sinking? Moving too slow? Is the pipeline blocked? I don’t know what it is, but something definitely feels off. The higher-ups are always in meetings talking about progress, but somehow, the company hasn’t budged an inch in the longest time. Imagine still calling your company a “startup” after nearly eight years in the game.

Good evening, chat. Man, today at work was rough. I need something to do—I'm literally wasting my coding skills here. I've been telling my manager I want more meaningful work, but they don't have much influence over where the product is heading. And honestly, I hate that. Like, if my manager can't help with work-related issues, who am I supposed to turn to?

Just assign me something, bro. I shouldn't have to sit around every day wondering what I’m supposed to be working on.

Listen, if you're an employer and you want to keep your employees, challenge them. For real. Don’t hand them mindless tasks and expect them to be happy. I'm tired, chat. It's been dry for a while now. Maybe it really is time to take my talents somewhere else.

I'm not gonna lie—if I leave, it won’t be for another corporate gig. Ideally, I’d go somewhere with more of a customer service vibe. I worked in customer service during college, and honestly, it was one of the most fun experiences I've had. Those jobs may not pay as well, but from what I’ve seen, that’s where the real fun is.

Good evening y'all! Today was pretty chill. I kicked things off with what was supposed to be a 3-mile run… but let’s just say I didn’t quite make it. I ended up walking halfway through—yeah, not my proudest moment. I seriously can't wait for winter to be over. It's just so hard to do any kind of serious cardio when it's freezing outside. I know it probably sounds like I'm making excuses, but honestly, if it wasn't so cold, I feel like I could've kept going longer.

That said, I still hit 7,000 steps, so I’m counting it as a win.

Not gonna lie though, today was kind of unproductive. I just couldn't bring myself to work on my project. Instead, I spent most of the day playing video games and endlessly scrolling through X. I hate when this happens because I know exactly what it means—I'm either burnt out, tired, or completely out of ideas. And unfortunately, I’m pretty sure this time it’s the latter.

It’s such a frustrating feeling. Like, I want to work hard, but I have no clue what to focus on. I feel like I’m standing at the helm of a ship, ready to sail, but everything’s just… foggy. I need some inspiration.

Hopefully, something sparks in the next few days. Wish me luck, chat.

Good morning, chat! I just realized I missed yesterday's entry. To be fair, the only reason I missed it was because I completely forgot to save and publish what I’d written. I knew something felt off last night. I'm not exactly sure what happened that made me forget to save and publish it, but I'm pretty disappointed, not gonna lie. Anyway, we live and learn.

On another note, I'm having a great day so far. I just got back from my morning walk, and I thought it went really well. The sun was out, but it wasn’t super bright. What’s even more interesting is that I saw this dog roaming the streets on its own. It was dirty and looked lost, but I’m pretty sure it belongs to someone because of its docile behavior. Not gonna lie, I wanted to adopt it. It’s exactly the kind of dog I’d love to have: well-behaved and not too noisy. I hope it gets the help and love it deserves.

I used to have pets of my own. It's great to have a companion, but when you’re busy, pets can add a lot of stress, which I want to avoid for now. Maybe one day I'll have a cute companion again, but not yet.

Anyway, enough pet talk. Today probably won't be anything special. I don’t have any concrete plans, so I’ll most likely just stay home and work on my personal project. I’m hoping it’ll be a fun and productive day. Let’s get this bread!

Good morning y'all! It's another sunny day in 2025 – shoutout to the weather gods, y'all have been killing it lately. I sincerely appreciate you. Naturally, I couldn’t let this beautiful morning go to waste, chat.

To kick things off, I went for a quick walk around the neighborhood. Honestly, this has to be one of the best habits I picked up last year. It’s been a solid investment – not just for the body. Real talk, if I hadn’t started walking, I’d probably still be fat as hell, chat. But it’s not just about the body – walking helps me come up with wild ideas too, so it’s been good for the mind as well. Definitely keeping this up for the year ahead.

Also, I’d like to run more. Last year, I somehow managed to run 3 miles without stopping – no idea how I pulled that off. I tried to beat it a few times but couldn’t. Honestly, I can barely hit 2.5 miles now. This cold weather makes it tough to keep going. Makes me wonder how I’d do on an indoor track.

Anyway, I’m planning to give it another shot in the next few weeks. Right now, though? Not looking too promising with my current weight. I probably need to load up on some more salad, chat. Once I hit 145 pounds and the weather chills out (in a good way), I’m confident I can do it again.

Wish me luck, chat.

Good morning, chat! Happy first day of 2025! I hope y'all are having a great start to the year. This year is gonna be ours, chat. I don’t know what the future holds, but that just means it’s up to me to take the right steps to shape it the way I want. The good news? I think I’ve got the blueprint to make it happen. Now it’s just about execution—making sure I follow through and don’t let any blockers slow me down.

Like I mentioned in yesterday’s entry, I know this year will come with its fair share of failures, but I’m expecting just as much growth. Funny how we all treat a new year like some kind of reset, right? But if you think about it, a new year isn’t really that special. Scientifically, it just means the Earth made another lap around the sun. When you break it down, that doesn’t have much to do with changing who we are or how we act.

New Year’s resolutions? They’re just a psychological trick we play on ourselves. Real change doesn’t happen overnight. Just because the calendar flipped doesn’t mean you’re suddenly a different person. That’s why I spent most of 2024 gathering the pieces I need to hit my goals. This year? It’s just the next chapter of the same journey. The difference is, this is the year I execute. No more endless brainstorming or second-guessing. I’m past that stage.

It’s go-time, chat. Moon or dust.

Happy New Year, y'all!
I hope you had (or are having) a wonderful New Year's Eve. Time's moving fast, and I’m feeling old—can’t believe 2015 was ten years ago. Even crazier, the whole lockdown thing was five years ago.

As the year wraps up, I’ve been doing a quick reflection on everything that happened.

First off, I started working out regularly. Losing weight or getting fit is hands down one of the most common New Year’s resolutions, but a lot of people quit after a few months. I didn’t. I stuck with it for an entire year, and I’m not planning to stop anytime soon.

Another big win was quitting video games (temporarily) for almost a year. This was huge for me. I had more time to focus on things that actually mattered in my personal life. I’ve recently started playing again, but it’s way more balanced now—definitely not as addictive, which feels like a win.

This year, I also pushed myself to read more books. I didn’t get through as many as I hoped (thanks to other commitments), but I still learned a lot from the pages I did manage to flip.

Speaking of commitments—during the second half of the year, I started working on a personal project. I’m still at it and planning to launch, but honestly... I kinda wish I hadn’t wasted so much time tweaking designs. That’s been the biggest reason why it’s still in-progress, almost five months later.

One thing I wish I had done more of is improving my communication skills. That was a big goal at the start of the year. I put in the effort during the first half, and I think I made some progress, but it didn’t feel like enough. So, I enrolled in classes. If you’ve been following my updates, you probably know I had to drop those classes. I got too busy with my personal project, and juggling everything was impossible without burning out.

Honestly, this is why I dislike having a 9-5 so much. It eats up so much of my time that I feel like I can’t get to the things I really want to accomplish.

Anyway—new year, fresh start. Here’s hoping 2025 is better!

Good morning, chat!
It really is a good morning—the sun’s out, and more importantly, I finally got to go for a walk again. After a week of boring mornings, I’m back to having a fun, active one. Big thanks to the weather gods for this beautiful day!

You know what's funny? Last week, I think there was only one sunny morning. It rained a lot. Even if I hadn’t been sick, I probably wouldn’t have gone out. So yeah, I really appreciate the weather cooperating today.

I'm feeling excited for the new year. 2025 is going to be my year, chat. I’ll make sure of it. I’ve got a lot planned for myself. I can already tell it’s going to be a year full of stuff. There’ll definitely be some failures—can’t avoid that—but I’m confident I’ll grow and learn a lot too.

Not gonna lie, I’m kinda scared. I don’t know if I’ll be able to handle all the stress and pressure. 2025 is when I’ll start doing real adult things—like taxes and re-learning how to drive. There’s also a chance I’ll finally leave my job of four years. I know, I know. I’ve been yapping about this for months, but here I am… still at the same company, doing the same thing.

I hate it here. I don’t like using that word—it’s strong—but honestly, there’s no better way to describe how I feel about this job.

Anyway, I don’t want to drag this down any further, so I’ll wrap it up here. Catch y’all tomorrow!

Good morning y'all. I was hoping I'd feel well enough by now to get back to my daily workout routine, but sadly, my throat’s still feeling a little off. I don't think jumping into workouts right now would do my body any favors. For context, it's been a week since I last went for a walk or did a push-up. The tiny muscles I earned over the past few months are drying up, chat. Help a brotha out lmao.

Anyway, to avoid gaining weight, I've been loading up on salads. On the plus side, I've dropped 4 pounds since coming back from my trip. My skin’s been looking clearer too, which is a nice bonus. I was pretty disappointed with some of the choices I made before that vacation – I swear I had like four pimples pop up during the trip.

Speaking of skin, if there’s one thing I wish I could swap out from the genes I inherited, it’s my skin DNA. Don’t get me wrong, I’d say I’m a healthy human being. I’ve never dealt with any serious diseases (thankfully). I’ve grown into a healthy man, and for that, I’ll always be grateful to my parents for their solid genes. But man... when it comes to skin, that’s another story. No matter what I eat or how much water I drink, my face insists on looking like a pepperoni pizza. I need a good dermatologist, chat.

I just realized I forgot to write an entry yesterday. That’s on me, chat. I wasn’t even busy or anything—yesterday was actually pretty chill. It’s wild that writing didn’t cross my mind once. No excuses. I’m adding an event to my calendar now, so I’ll get a daily reminder.

On the bright side, this weekend’s shaping up to be just as chill. We had a laid-back work week, which I’m super grateful for. I got some rest and managed to write a little code for my personal project. Speaking of that… I haven’t talked much about it lately. I remember back in November, almost everything I wrote was about it.

"So what happened?" you ask. Well… I realized the direction I was heading wasn’t all that scalable—mostly because of how complex the designs were getting. So yeah, I had to do a bit of rebranding, and that took a minute. Plus, I was away for like a week, then got sick right after. I wouldn’t call those wasted weeks, though. I did a lot of brainstorming during that time.

As for progress, I’m still working with Fiverr artists on the designs. Not gonna lie, chat, it’s been a grind.

Hey y'all. Good evening, good afternoon, or good morning—wherever you are. It's ya boi back at it again with another entry.

So, today was a pretty chill day at work. Like I mentioned yesterday, it’s not a holiday, but honestly? It felt exactly like one. I think I worked for maybe two hours tops. No meetings, and like 75% of the team is out this week, so the office is basically a ghost town.

Still, your boy put in a little work. Could’ve just spent those two hours on my own project, you know? I have a feeling tomorrow’s gonna be the same. There’s one stand-up meeting on the schedule, but it should be light. I’ll probably just talk about the handful of things I did today, and honestly, that should be more than enough.

I'm real glad I didn’t use any time off this week—knew this was exactly how it was gonna play out.

Oh, by the way, I'm still feeling a little under the weather from my last trip. It’s getting kinda ridiculous now. I’m definitely better than I was a few days ago, but yesterday, I had to turn down my mom’s invite for lunch at her place to celebrate Christmas. That one hurt. I don’t see her often, so I try to make the most of any chance I get. But I didn’t want to risk getting everyone sick.

If it was just me, my mom, and maybe some siblings, I’d have gone. But it was supposed to be a whole lunch party, and I didn’t wanna be that person, you know?