Inspired by Derek Sivers

Updated November 3, 2026, from my home in Massachusetts where it is now a dark and unseasonably warm autumn.

Recovering from a major medical episode

It’s been six months since I was sent home and I’m doing really well. I still have some lingering symptoms, mainly overwhelming fatigue that comes out of nowhere. But all in all, major improvements from where I started: intubated and paralyzed.

Life in medium bursts

I can practice for 45 minutes before my fingers get tired. Woo! I had every intention of joining a chorus this fall but my voice still needs more time to recover before I feel like I can handle weekly chorus practice.

Reading

I’m currently winding my way through the late Peter Mayle’s work, specifically his Provence writing. I cannot physically go to Provence (too tired), but I can read delightful stories about it!