The Grafton Peace Pagoda
Spring weather, changing light, and an afternoon spent exploring led me to one of the more memorable places I have visited in upstate New York. This is the story of discovering the Grafton Peace Pagoda.
Chats with G: Responsible Use of AI
As Artificial Intelligence advances toward AGI and, eventually, ASI, responsible use becomes as important as technological progress. This conversation explores the principles, guidelines, and workflows that keep human judgment, accountability, and creativity at the center of AI-assisted work.
The American Experiment
As America marks its 250th anniversary, I find myself reflecting on another milestone, the Bicentennial of 1976. Through childhood memories, Abraham Lincoln, and the enduring promise of the American experiment, this essay explores how every generation is called to meet the challenges of its own time.
Starter Villain
What if inheriting a fortune meant inheriting an international supervillain empire? John Scalzi's Starter Villain is a clever, fast-paced adventure that celebrates secret agent and supervillain tropes while delivering pure entertainment from beginning to end.
Candid Daycare Portraits
A classroom full of energetic four-year-olds may seem like chaos, but for a photographer it can also be a place full of genuine moments. These candid portraits capture the curiosity, personality, and honesty that make childhood so memorable.
Nearscape Photography: Afternoon at the Bowling Alley
While photographing a child's birthday party at a local bowling alley, I found myself wandering between moments. What caught my attention wasn't the party itself, but the details most people probably never noticed.