Life
The everyday experiences that make life worth living.
In that moment
While watching the audtion portion of this season's American Idol with my wife, seeing all those aspiring singers so excited to receive the show's "golden ticket," I was struck by a thought: that's the happiest they'll ever be during their American Idol experience. Why is that? It's because of that moment. That moment is both a pinnacle of achievement and the beginning of a new, unknown journey.
Read MoreThe short answer is always "Yes"
The short answer is always "Yes." Great advice I've integrated into my work ethic for years now. Never shut down a conversation or brainstorm with a "no, we/I can't do that." Say "yes" now and find a way to make it happen or help the other party understand what's required if they really want it to happen.
Read MoreShopping to die for?
It's Thanksgiving, a time for food, family, and friends. Unfortunately, the day after Thanksgiving has become synonymous with the start of the holiday shopping orgy. One thing is not up for debate: no sale is worth dying over. Keep that in mind if you're out in line at 4am tomorrow, both for your own safety and that of those around you.
Read MoreKurt Cobain novel offers an intricate, genre-bending story
About a year ago, a friend asked if I'd read and edit his brother's manuscript. I was honored sure glad I did, because Darin Rice's "The Redemption of Kurt Cobain" is one story that should see the light of day (and not just due to its excellent first-round editing). So what's the story about? Uh... that's a little tricky. The plot weaves strands of politics, philosophy, sustainability, parenting, a bit of humor, and of course rock and roll into a surprisingly readable fabric. It's not easy to find a single label for this work, other than simply "good."
Read MoreMartial arts: the second year
Roughly a year ago I wrote a post titled “Martial arts: the first year,” in which I discussed what I’d learned and accomplished after a year of training. It seemed like a good idea then so why not do it again? If I associate my first year of training with rapid improvement, I’d have to classify my second as improvement at a much more measured pace. That’s to be...
Read MoreDesigning a real estate listing website
After over 8 years, we're selling our condo in Kenmore, WA. Never one to rest on my laurels, I created a website to highlight the benefits of the unit, the building, and the neighborhood. What started out as a simple site to display some photos (by the talented Dylan Greene) quickly grew into an opportunity to flex some web-development muscle. Interested? Of course you are! Get details at http://scottbush.net/condo/
Read MoreNow Reading
Planned books:
None
Current books:
The Player of Games (Culture) by Iain M. Banks
Recent books:
- The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
- The Dragonriders of Pern by Anne McCaffrey
- House of Suns by Alastair Reynolds
- The Santaroga Barrier by Frank Herbert
- Stardust by Neil Gaiman