Life & Notes
Faith, food, Austin, book reviews, and essays from outside the terminal.
My Bird Bird Biscuit Austin, Texas Experience
How a two-star review at Bird Bird Biscuit became a five-star one, and what 1.4 million Google Maps views had to do with it.
Instant Pot Chicken Tinga Meal Prep — Five Meals From One Pot
Smoky chipotle chicken tinga and cilantro lime rice. Under an hour of work, a week of bowls, tacos, nachos, quesadillas, and breakfast tacos.
Iron Sharpens Iron
I brought Claude to men's group tonight. Here's what happened when I showed a room full of guys what I've been building.
I Sorted Every App on My Phone Into Two Piles
One pile is tools. The other pile is traps. The sorting process itself was the uncomfortable part.
Book Review: Stop, in the Name of God by Charlie Kirk
A personal review of Charlie Kirk's posthumous final book on the Sabbath — Stop, in the Name of God. Written by a 29-year-old Christian in Austin, Texas who started observing the Sabbath after reading it.
When Utility Fees Don’t Add Up
Processing my experience with third-party utility billing and the importance of transparency.
Consistency, Small Communities, and Contagious Enthusiasm
The overlooked power of showing up consistently for a handful of people.
Weird Communication is Better Than Silence
Learning to communicate honestly, even when it feels awkward or imperfect.
The Cost of Chasing Money
What a detour for a bigger paycheck taught me about teammates, trust, and the work I want to build.