Very Online

6/13/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 13: pathway #mbjune

A little pathway in the newest park in our neighborhood…

A pathway curves past a bench and trash can, surrounded by grass and red flowers, with a building in the background.

6/12/25 →

I’ve had this one on rotation since 2011:

YouTube Thumbnail

6/12/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 12: hidden #mbjune

We’ve been improving our balcony by making it more private, using plants, trellises and it’s been great + helping with the upcoming summer heat!

A balcony features potted plants with city rooftops and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.

6/11/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 11: brick #mbjune

Little brick lanes in Lille

A narrow, cobblestone street lined with historic brick buildings is illuminated by sunlight, creating distinct shadows.

6/10/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 10: rail #mbjune

Highlighting the Chương Dương Bridge in Hanoi from a trip in 2016!

Two people sit on the railway tracks of an old, rusted bridge while motorcycles pass by and colorful buildings are visible in the background.

6/9/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 9: wood #mbjune

A lush garden landscape with vibrant trees and a small water feature is seen through a canopy of leaves.

6/8/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 8: travel #mbjune

A colorful sign reading "Visit Baltimore" is set in a grassy area with surrounding buildings and trees.

6/7/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 7: switch #mbjune

A circular wall switch is positioned above a round electrical socket on a white wall panel.

6/6/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 6: contrast #mbjune

Red industrial vs Blue of the night

A modern building with red lighting is adjacent to a tree-lined area against a clear dusk sky.

6/5/25 →

⚽️🇫🇷 Been banging the ”Michael Olive as a creative replacement to Griezmann” drum for a while, so glad to see a take that goes in the same direction

6/5/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 5: Reflection #mbjune

Double offering today:

Angkor Wat is reflected in a tranquil pond under a vibrant blue sky.The Baltimore waterfront cityscape features modern buildings and a boat with a Maryland state flag in the foreground under a partly cloudy sky.

6/4/25 →

Paris Basketball v JL Bourg

LNB Betclic Elite - Semi Finals, game 1

Went to this game with my cousin, who now works for PSG. Earlier this year he had invited me to attend a game at the Parc des Princes so it was only natural to get him to join me for a game in my second home, Adidas Arena.

Final Score: 100-89 — game 2 in 2 days

A curved metallic wall leads to an open terrace adorned with string lights and trees, under a cloud-streaked sky.A basketball game is taking place in a large indoor arena with a player attempting a jump shot and spectators watching.A basketball game is taking place in a packed indoor arena with a large scoreboard and video screen overhead.A basketball game is being played in a packed arena with the scoreboard showing a score of 69-68.A crowded indoor basketball arena features an ongoing game, with a digital scoreboard hanging overhead.A crowded basketball arena is filled with spectators watching a game in progress on a well-lit court with digital displays overhead.A basketball game is taking place in a packed indoor arena with an active scoreboard displaying the score and time.

6/4/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 4: Nostalgia #mbjune

A lifetime ago in Seoul, during my year traveling around the world while working remotely as a digital nomad. South Korea was my favorite country to visit that year

A smiling couple wearing sunglasses stands in front of a colorful love lock wall on a sunny day.

6/3/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge Day 3: shadow #mbjune

Silhouettes of people and palm trees are set against a bright sunset over a body of water and distant mountains.

6/2/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge
Day 2: Curve #mbjune

Auto-generated description: A close-up view of a bicycle wheel with black spokes and a pavement.

6/1/25 →

📷 Micro.blog photo challenge: Day 1 (“tree”)

For this one, I’m looking back at last month’s beautiful willow in Lille’s Parc de la Citadelle#MBJune

Auto-generated description: A lush, green willow tree leans gracefully over a small, tranquil pond surrounded by verdant foliage.

5/30/25 →

Imma lose my shit if #ManCity gets Rayan Cherki 🤩 🇫🇷

5/27/25 →

Wait, hold up: HBO is developing a TV show based on IT, set in 1962?! 🤩😱

5/23/25 →

This week, 300 French organizations - including startups, public bodies, corporates and tech heavyweights dropped a “manifesto” for European tech independence.
The goal? Break free from the grip of U.S. and Chinese tech superpowers and reclaim control over French data, infrastructure, and destiny. (…)
Think: a European small business act, sovereign AI infrastructure, a unified cloud, and better startup-corporate matchmaking platforms.

[≠]

Monocle & Jony Ive

5/22/25

Since visiting the Monocle café last weekend, I’ve been re-inspired by the space, but also the magazine, its radio, and its editorial pieces. I’m seriously considering subscribing again.

So as I make up my mind, it was a joy to discover this article on Jony Ive, LoveFrom, published on the day of possibly the biggest announcement in about a decade, in the Tech Industry

Auto-generated description: The webpage features an interview article about Jony Ive, along with a cityscape image, an illustration of a man, and advertisements for Monocle Radio and a watch.

[≠]

5/19/25 →

The end to a lovely weekend

A bottle of Uivo Renegado wine is on a table next to two filled wine glasses and some coasters in a cozy room.A red building with a sign announcing a performance by Soccer Mommy and Bored at My Grandma's House at Le Trabendo.A person is walking on a tree-lined path with a stroller under a canopy of lush green trees.A cozy cafe features wooden tables and chairs, wall art, and a few patrons enjoying their time.A musician (Soccer Mommy) is performing on stage with purple lights illuminating the scene in front of an audience.A tray displays a round loaf of brioche, a pistachio or nut-topped cake, and a stack of glazed pastries.A street scene shows a bike rack with parked bicycles and a sign in French advertising café, magazines, and more.A wall-mounted wooden bookshelf displays a variety of magazines and newspapers in a neatly arranged manner.A cozy bookshop entrance with a glass door, leading into a warmly lit interior lined with shelves full of books.Customers are standing at the counter of a cozy cafe with a variety of drinks and pastries on display, surrounded by framed art on the walls.People are sitting at an outdoor café on a sunny street with a classic European-style building in the background.A taqueria with outdoor red tables and chairs is situated on a city street, featuring a menu above the entrance.A picturesque building with a brick facade stands beside a canal, surrounded by a few trees and people walking nearby.People are relaxing by a canal on a sunny day, with buildings and a blue sky in the background.

5/16/25 →

I’ve got newfound respect for Jonathan Claus:

Just because discrimination doesn’t concern you, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pay attention to it. I haven’t experienced racism, but I’m still interested in saying it’s not cool for the people who suffer it.

[🏳️‍🌈]

5/14/25 →

“Kyle Goon: The Baltimore ‘O!’ is about community pride. Don’t lecture us about it.”

We’re here, we’re proud of the place we live, and we want it to thrive. (…) The “O!” is a Baltimore thing. It’s a Maryland thing. It’s about a shared identity and community that we’re all rooting for, which is patriotic in and of itself.

[≠

5/10/25 →

Planning to use today’s travel day back home to catchup on new music releases and the Baltimore Hardcore/Punk scene I’ve been reading about lately!

A collage of four music album covers featuring "Young & Dumb" by Avril Lavigne and three EPs by Turnstile.A collection of album covers showcasing various styles and themes, including hardcore and artistic designs.A screenshot displays six album covers from artists including Turnstile, André 3000, Sleep Token, Kali Uchis, F1, and The Kooks.A music player interface displays the album "Even In Arcadia" by Sleep Token, with a background of lush, pink foliage.

5/10/25 →

Outside of my Caps/Habs series, it’s been hard not to cheer for Canadian teams in these #NHLPlayoffs (for self-evident reasons):

100% behind the Jets, Oilers, and Maple Leaves in their respective series! Go Canada!

A hockey player in a blue uniform celebrates a goal on the ice rink while a referee is nearby and another player from the opposing team looks on.

5/6/25 →

2-0 at halftime! Really hoping Inter finishes the job against Barça! #ChampionsLeague

5/6/25 →

Really loving the way @theathletic.bsky.social has implemented stories-like sports video recaps within its app!

A basketball game is captured in action with a text overlay stating, "Aaron Gordon hits a Second Playoff Game-Winner."

5/6/25 →

Another big day at the office

A tweet humorously questions the excitement of watching overtime playoff hockey compared to snorting cocaine and riding a motorcycle out of a helicopter.A sports schedule displays various matches, including soccer, basketball, and hockey games, listed with their respective times and teams.A sports schedule displays multiple live and upcoming matches across various leagues, including the Champions League, NHL, MLB, WNBA, and NBA.

5/5/25 →

Daring Fireball: Trump Has No Idea What the Declaration of Independence Means

_ …by the time he gets toward the end of this second term they’re going to have to somehow try to keep him away from microphones. You can’t get out of the fourth grade without being able to describe what the Declaration of Independence means._

5/5/25 →

With 2 seconds remaining the Winnipeg Jets are scoring to push for overtime — glad I stayed on this Game 7 against the St Louis Blues! #NHLPlayoffs