Faith
A Belief in Perfecting Myself (Tolstoy)
Tolstoy once believed self-perfection would fulfill his destiny—it was his personal religion. Yet striving alone reveals our limits. When faith guides our actions, our lives gain true purpose.
Javier Feliú
In high school, I used to be super skinny; my hair was all over the place, and I had a shaggy goatee. Hence "The Shaggy Report."
Culture
Cultural Noise
When it comes to news events, I often waver on a line. The line itself is the event, and each side is represented by how relevant and how quickly I need to hear the news. Normally, we think we need to know everything right away. But most of the time,
The Shaggy Report
Living Beyond Names, TSR #1
Names may carry meaning, but it's the actions behind them that truly define us. Read some of my latest post on TSR.
Culture
Free Speech, Social Interactions, and Open Ecosystems: NOSTR
Explore how Nostr and open ecosystems offer a decentralized alternative to the control of big tech, promising a more honest and user-driven online experience.
Faith
Simple Morning, Day, and Night Routine to Keep You Dependent on God
Start your day with God, trust Him through the chaos, and end in peace, knowing He’s in control. A simple routine to keep your faith strong.
Family
Kids, A Shared Journey
Kids drain your energy, keeping parents involved. It pushes you to give more, knowing love might not be returned.
Faith
Our Lonely Garden
The Trinity itself is a model of togetherness, yet the road of the cross stands as the ultimate symbol of isolation.
Woodworking 101
Start Here - A Reflective Guide To Start Woodworking
Furniture Making in a Garage or Dedicated Small Setup 💡FOR THOSE WHO CARE: I update this guide regularly based on new insights or material available; I also write based on my learning experiences. Let's start with what I am NOT. I am not a master craftsman, master woodworker,
Woodworking 101
Chapter 1: Business or Personal? Setting up Your Space, Counting the Cost of Tools, and Learning Curve
There are various ways to enjoy woodworking. If I were starting anew, I would choose a path that allows me to undertake projects that genuinely interest me, minimize commissioned work, and focus my time and effort on learning the fundamentals. You don't need to turn your woodcraft into
Life's journey
Noises and Voices
“Y aunque no había niños jugando, ni palomas, ni tejados azules, sentí que el pueblo vivía. Y que si yo escuchaba solamente el silencio, era porque aún no estaba acostumbrado al silencio; tal vez porque mi cabeza venía llena de ruidos y de voces.” ― Juan Rulfo, Pedro Páramo Translated Quote
Faith
Love Triumphs in Every Trial
Life's journey
Building Bridges in a Great Divide
One serious question we have to ask ourselves is how we can become more tolerant people. At the end of the day, we all have neighbors and want to live with each other, so we must build some bridges over the gaps we have created.