Status: PROSPECT Dawel Lugo was my #6 prospect in 2018. He had a 43% chance of someday becoming an MLB All-Star. The Detroit Tigers gave him three seasons 2018-2020 to prove his worth, but he underperformed. He will be playing in the Mexican League in 2021, so the chances of him fulfilling his major league […]
Linking Your Smartphone to Your Car
The smartphone is the Swiss Army Knife of the modern times. It has the potential to become the single thing you bring with you whenever you leave your house. Prior to the introduction of smartphones, most people would carry with them a watch, a wallet (or purse), and a set of keys. Smartphones have eliminated […]
Guide to Sleeping Well: Introduction
Disclaimer: I wish I could tell you that I’m a doctor, but I can’t. I’m just an inquisitive author with a background in science and a love for practical research. The content of this article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. If you want medical advice, ask […]
Coronary Artery Disease, and How Not to Die from It
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is also referred to as Ischemic Heart Disease. It is a heart condition that affects the blood supply to the heart. When cholesterol builds up in the blood vessels, it can slow or stop blood flow to the heart…
Pokémon, for Real
What if we did Pokémon for real? Pokémon is a Japanese media franchise where the main characters try to collect all varieties of Pokémon creatures. The slogan is “Gotta Catch ‘Em All.” What if we took the Pokémon concept into real life? We could gamify the concept of cataloging all sorts of real-world things. For […]
Summer Still Life
Summer Still Life. 2001. Oil on Canvas. This was a still life that was set up at one of my painting classes at Virginia Tech. It’s probably the largest painting I’ve ever done, measuring 26″x30″, and I stretched the canvas myself. It’s currently hanging on a wall in my home.