On Helping Your Magical Genies
A customer once asked me why I could not just read their mind and make what they need just happen. First, I really doubt that we want people reading our minds— but I do understand the frustration. The customer is…
“Logical Assumptions” and Technology Do Not Mix
A couple of weeks ago, I was tasked with setting up a new server for one of our departments. They wanted me to setup ArchivesSpace and migrate their data from Archon onto a new server. I have heard horror stories…
Fun-Packed Summer
You heard Alice Cooper, “School’s out for summer!” But if you work for a university system, or a school in general, then you know that it is not out forever! I am approaching five years of working in university systems…
My Year of Firsts
This has been an incredible year of firsts for me! As of May 18th, I have been in San Diego, California, for a full calendar year. Time has flown by! They say it does that when you are having fun.…
My First Jury Duty
Nobody likes jury duty. I wonder why? When I received my jury duty summons— part of me was curious— but I was mostly annoyed. Of course we are culturally conditioned to react to jury duty with disdain, but it being…
Where Does the Time Go?
I am turning 35 this month! Although birthdays are always exciting, this time of year also always seems to put me in a particular mood. Whether it is the dawning of spring or just me chalking up another tally to…
Kingdom Hearts 3 Review
Kingdom Hearts is infamous for its convoluted timeline and extraordinary story. The franchise is designed painstakingly to take players on a journey as mind-boggling and wondrous as its universe that ties together decades of Disney and Final Fantasy themes and…
What’s Your Hobby?
It is important to find a balance between work and play in our lives. Since everything today is quick-paced, we easily forget how important something simple is like having a hobby. Per a Gallup Lifestyle poll of American workers, only…
Hello 2019
Happy New Year! It’s over folks! The holidays have come and gone. I hope that everyone had safe travels filled with fun times, tender memories, scrumptious food, and some well-deserved relaxation. With that said, winter break is officially over and…