TENS Machine

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/100 sec, ISO640
“TENS Machine” Cedar Park, 2026

My health insurance provided a TENS machine that arrived in the mail today. It uses electrical impulses to help relieve muscle pain, so I tested it out on my wrist, which usually hurts when I try to move it too far. I’m not sure if it will do much for my wrist, but I’ll definitely be reaching for it the next time my lower back gets sore. ⚡💪

Sketching Habit

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/70 sec, ISO800
“Hobonichi Cousin” Cedar Park, 2026

I’ve been doing small sketches for fun recently. Seeing so many cool illustrations on my social media feeds makes me want to improve my skills, which aren’t great. But even if they’re mostly just doodles, every drawing is fun to do! 🖊️📖

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/100 sec, ISO640
“Small Sketchbook” Cedar Park, 2026

Spicy Gyoza and Spring Rolls

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/75 sec, ISO3200
“Buldak Dumplings” Cedar Park, 2026

We had Buldak gyoza for dinner tonight, and they were super spicy! I really liked them, but they were a little too fiery for everyone else. Luckily, Mariko also made homemade spring rolls with shrimp and avocado, and they were absolutely delicious! 🌶️🦐

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/100 sec, ISO3200
“Spring Rolls” Cedar Park, 2026

Summer Clouds

Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 9mm, f/2.8, 1/1800 sec, ISO25
“Flight Path” Cedar Park, 2026

I took a few photos of the clouds on my walk today. I love how the airplane contrail captured that sharp change in direction – pretty neat to see! 🌤️

Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 6.7649998656528mm, f/1.8, 1/12000 sec, ISO64
“Clouds” Cedar Park, 2026
Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 6.7649998656528mm, f/1.8, 1/29000 sec, ISO50
“Clouds” Cedar Park, 2026

Ghost in the Shell Viewing

Photo info: Apple iPhone 15 Pro, 6.7649998656528mm, f/1.8, 1/90 sec, ISO80
“Ghost in the Shell” Austin, 2026

Bay and I caught an afternoon showing of Ghost in the Shell at the local theater. I wasn’t sure if I had ever seen it, so watching it on the big screen felt like the best way to check. The movie turned out to be fantastic. I really enjoyed the background art and soundtrack, plus the story and animation were great. As it turns out, it was my first time watching it. Highly recommended for anime fans – it’s a true classic! 📽️✨

Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/25 sec, ISO3200
“Ghost in the Shell” Austin, 2026
Photo info: FUJIFILM X-E5, 27mm, f/2.8, 1/100 sec, ISO2500
“Ghost in the Shell” Austin, 2026