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What I’m Doing Now
This now page was last updated on July 22, 2025.
Traveling
Two weeks ago, I spent some time camping with some friends in the Washington wilderness. It had been almost twenty years since the last time I slept outdoors. I really missed it.
This week, we’re taking the kids on their first camping trip. I’m looking forward to disconnecting from our day-to-day and reconnecting with them.
Learning
I’m currently teaching myself how to play the piano. I’m studying how to read and write music, and practicing scales and chords daily to work on my muscle memory.
Reading
I’m reading a few books inconsistently right now including The Four Hour Work Week, by Tim Ferris, and Shroud, by Adrian Tchaikovsky.
Listening
I recently attended my first Kirtan circle where I found a renewed appreciation for mantra and singing. I’ve been casually listening to Kirtan music on Spotify over the past couple of days to keep the memory with me. Otherwise, I’ve been listening to my standard rotation. I’m looking forward to a few new albums that are releasing in the next few months.
In September, I’ll be headed to the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles to see Hiatus Kaiyote and Snarky Puppy perform. I’m also planning to see Nate Smith live in Portland later this year.