daily slice-of-life photo blog of a Gen-X dad
I recently upgraded from my 2020 MacBook Air M1 to the new 2025 MacBook Air M4. My old laptop, named “Tomie,” was still doing its job, but it started to struggle with the heavier streaming workload I’ve been throwing at it. That felt like the right cue to make the switch.
The new MacBook Air is called “Darth Tomie,” inspired by its Midnight Black color, a sharp contrast to Tomie’s original Silver. I’m hoping this one sticks with me through 2030!
I went to the hardware store this evening to get some keys made. They have a self-serve machine that’s really easy to use. You just insert the key into the slot, and it scans the shape before making a duplicate. Very cool!
Today I finally got to try a burger that’s been on my list for years. I stopped by Casino El Camino on Sixth Street in downtown Austin and ordered the Amarillo Burger. This place regularly shows up on lists of the best burgers in Austin, and now I understand why.
The Amarillo Burger did not disappoint. It comes topped with roasted Serrano peppers that add just the right level of heat, and the patty itself is massive and cooked to perfection. I honestly didn’t think I’d be able to finish it, but it was so good I couldn’t stop until the last bite.
I also want to give a shoutout to the staff behind the bar and the cooks in the kitchen. Everyone was friendly, laid-back, helpful. Casino El Camino has a cool punk/horror vibe (and jukebox), making the entire experience even better.
If you’re ever in downtown Austin and craving a seriously good burger, I highly recommend checking Casino El Camino out.
Today I went motorcycle shopping with a friend and had the chance to sit on what I hope will be my next bike: the Triumph Speed Twin 900 in Aluminum Silver. It is absolutely stunning. The design is sleek, and the ergonomics felt just right for my build.
I still love my current motorbike, Kiki, but I’ve been thinking about upgrading to something more modern and better suited for road riding. The Triumph Speed Twin 900 checks every box I’ve been looking for. It offers more power, a comfortable seat height, a neutral riding position, and a look that I’d be proud to show off.
This bike feels like the perfect fit for the next chapter of my riding journey. Someday, she will be mine. 😄
Tonight we had curry udon for dinner. As you can see in the photo, it was loaded with pork, onion, and egg, so much so that the noodles are barely visible!
The combination of the rich curry broth with the pork, onions, egg, and udon noodles was excellent. It was a really satisfying and tasty meal. I drank up all the broth too, so the bowl was clean!
