The Honeywell T5+ is something I have wanted for a long time: a thermostat I can control independently. So far, I’m very happy with it.
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Mr. Rogers Update
Mr. Rogers had his left eye removed yesterday. Going into the surgery, we were hopeful his long-term eye problem had become glaucoma and removing the eye would make him better. The vet believes there is an 80 percent chance Mr. Rogers has cancer.
Personal Updatesfor March 30, 2019
This isn’t a happy personal update; in fact, it’s the saddest one I have written. Animals are wonderful friends. Watching them get old is so hard though.
My Inaccessible Student Loan Site
I have student loans to pay back from law school. Recently, my loans were, without my knowledge, transferred to a new provider. When I went to create an account with the new provider, I discovered their website has a major accessibility issue. During the account creation process, you must elect an image as a part… Continue reading My Inaccessible Student Loan Site
It has Been a Year
A year ago today was my first day working for the city of Portland, Oregon. It’s hard to believe it has been a year. In some ways, it has flown by. In other ways, it has seemed slow. Sitting here a year later, I can honestly say it has been a wonderful year!
Personal Updates for March 17, 2019
It looks like spring is finally trying to spring. I won’t say it has sprung, because cool rainy weather may return this week. At least we have had a few nice days lately.
People Relying on Social Security Shouldn’t be Living in Poverty
Previously, I have written about my own experience relying on federal benefits to survive. As someone who has needed benefits and is lucky enough to no longer need them, I want to discuss how bad benefits are for those needing them the most. That statement doesn’t mean I’m ungrateful for the help I received; rather,… Continue reading People Relying on Social Security Shouldn’t be Living in Poverty
America’s Attitudes About Blindness
The Perkins School for the Blind is out with a survey that attempts to figure out how Americans feel about blindness. America’s Blind Spot surveyed a thousand Americans from different segments of the population, different generations, and geographic regions of the country. I’m writing this post because my experience confirms many of the survey’s unfortunate… Continue reading America’s Attitudes About Blindness
I’m Leaving Facebook
This is the 300th post I have made to this blog. It’s kind of a cool milestone for me. So, I felt like acknowledging it here. I used to believe there was a responsible way to use Facebook. As long as you didn’t like any business pages, share anything from a business, or click on… Continue reading I’m Leaving Facebook
Looking Ahead to 2019
I recapped my year in review. This post is looking ahead for me in 2019. I will preview the following topics: My job Exercise and health Continued Learning Relationships This website The house