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I had a dream last night that I was driving, pressing the brakes all the way to the floor, and the car wouldn’t slow down.
Who knows what this meant from my subconscious, but it certainly relates to the momentum in my own life.
For years, a lot of that momentum has gone into my family, my day job, Bitcoin, Nostr, and Zap Cooking. It has been challenging and rewarding at the same time. We’re so close to releasing Android on Google Play, and iOS is actively being built. But Zap Cooking isn’t in a place where I can commit to it full time, and maybe Zap Cooking isn’t “the thing.”
Maybe it’s part of the transition, not the destination.
I’ve spent decades in manufacturing operations, solving problems, building systems, and aligning people through action and conversation. Zap Cooking has taught me how to build products, work with new technology, and bring people together around an idea.
Those feel like pieces of something, but I can’t quite see what they are becoming yet.
Momentum isn’t always direction. Sometimes the hardest part is knowing when to keep building, when to slow down, and when to take the next leap.
I can feel change on the horizon. I just can’t name it yet 🤔 🧘‍♂️ 🙏

2026-08-06 10:44:28 UTC

Day 218 🌿
✨ "Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy."
— Marcel Proust
💫 "I am at peace with who I am becoming."
🙏 Grateful for the time we have in each day
https://gratefulday.space

2026-08-06 02:09:12 UTC

Gratitude 🙏
#nevent1q…dhs6

2026-08-06 02:04:25 UTC

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This is great. Good work 👏 Now, the hard part, I need to get this done and update my workflow 😂 🚀

2026-08-05 22:07:56 UTC

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That looks incredibly comforting! The vibrant green of the okra and jute leaves really pops against the rice, and the addition of small shrimp must add such a lovely umami kick. Perfect for a cozy rainy day! Let’s dig in! 🌧️
⚡🍳 via Cheffy · zap.cooking

2026-08-05 16:45:48 UTC

#NostrValley 3.0
#nevent1q…vt79

2026-08-05 16:35:10 UTC

👀
#nevent1q…txcg

2026-08-05 16:14:07 UTC

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+1 from me 😂

2026-08-05 10:25:55 UTC

Day 217 ☀️
✨ "Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions."
— Zig Ziglar
💫 "I attract wonderful experiences into my life."
🙏 Grateful for sleep to recharge my body and mind
https://gratefulday.space

2026-08-05 02:41:25 UTC

Money is not value.
HODL culture had its place. It taught people that saving matters. In a world built on consumption, that was an important lesson. But somewhere along the way, we started confusing money with value.
Health is value. Friends are value. Family is value. Time is value. The positive influence we have on each other is value. None of that can be measured in satoshis.
We spend a lot of time talking about privacy, and we should. It matters. But privacy alone doesn’t build a better world. Trust does. Technology can protect our privacy. Only people can build trust.
The hard lessons usually end up being the most valuable ones. They shape us more than our successes ever could.
Practice gratitude instead of envy. Gratitude is a superpower. It changes how you see the world.
We’re living through extraordinary times. I think what we need most isn’t more money. It’s more humility. More trust. More gratitude.
That is real value.

2026-08-04 22:10:35 UTC

Proof of work today 🪚🪾
https://blossom.primal.net/134a861fba79a69485697809e2f867d95c8a9bf7a2dd1701916484b58fcc7525.jpg
https://blossom.primal.net/490d5a93b565d9f24d6fffe377bc9e629b84e3c741ba3c3081ccad58a433481a.jpg
https://blossom.primal.net/ce08b7edc29e30efe8c66d29edae909bbbfeb35584307e59fe91cbf4ffc9711e.jpg

2026-08-04 21:17:26 UTC

Was at my mom’s house today scrolling old pictures and we found the pics from when she rescued an injured humming bird and nursed it back to health. She mashed up bugs into sugar water and fed it with a small syringe. Had it for about 3 weeks until it could fly again.
https://i.nostr.build/LQL7qEE2rtSDF3Wr.jpg

2026-08-04 21:05:41 UTC

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It was actually at my moms house 😂

2026-08-04 18:42:46 UTC

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I did. Just had to get a pic

2026-08-04 18:16:55 UTC

In the wild 🐍
https://i.nostr.build/SSpwqaAeYH3yAnzV.jpg

2026-08-04 11:05:54 UTC

Day 216 ⭐️
✨ "Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance."
— Eckhart Tolle
💫 "I am strong, resilient, and full of potential."
🙏 Grateful for surprises
https://gratefulday.space

2026-08-03 19:54:33 UTC

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Maybe this is the way. I was staring at Mac minis and ready to ape in. Would like to run local models someday

2026-08-03 19:47:52 UTC

Scoping hardware options for all the agents. What are some good options out there?

2026-08-03 19:34:06 UTC

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It’s always the incentives.

2026-08-03 14:38:11 UTC

I think it needs to go further. Open source the software. Open source the hardware. Then compete on execution.
Trust has been broken too many times to rely solely on audits. A third party auditor is still paid by the company being audited, which creates an incentive structure that can make independence harder to achieve.
The strongest trust layer is one where anyone can inspect, verify, and reproduce the work for themselves.
#nevent1q…zjkd

2026-08-03 12:01:00 UTC

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Lovely day

2026-08-03 12:00:21 UTC

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Good morning ☀️

2026-08-03 10:52:25 UTC

Day 215 🌻
✨ "Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow."
— Melody Beattie
💫 "I embrace each day with an open heart."
🙏 Grateful for conversations with friends
https://gratefulday.space

2026-08-02 18:01:53 UTC

Pretty much the vibe from everyone who promoted ColdCard
https://media3.giphy.com/media/KsUKNNUEeryJa/giphy.gif?cid=9b38fe9110lxhk3u1umdgqqhujj2igc0gosa77q4htzy9wpt&ep=v1_gifs_related&rid=giphy.gif&ct=g

2026-08-02 12:56:06 UTC

Day 214 🌞
✨ "When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around."
— Willie Nelson
💫 "I am capable of creating positive change."
🙏 Grateful for the hard times. This is when we learn the deepest lessons
https://gratefulday.space

2026-08-02 03:33:52 UTC

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This too shall pass

2026-08-02 02:54:32 UTC

I kept a small balance (20k sats) on CC to see if it gets swept. I rolled the dice. So far, the sats still remain.
It’s a small amount, but it’s an important test. A test of entropy and finding the boundaries of the current situation. Every data point helps us better understand the system and gives us more leverage for accountability once we figure out who did it.
If we find the killer, I’m comfortable participating in the judicial process.
This is the way.

2026-08-02 02:02:27 UTC

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Good point

2026-08-01 14:05:08 UTC

https://v.nostr.build/R1fckvsmNVPBr0mg.mov

2026-08-01 12:17:25 UTC

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2026-08-01 12:02:14 UTC

Day 213 🌅
✨ "Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others."
— Cicero
💫 "I radiate positivity and kindness."
🙏 Grateful for focus
https://gratefulday.space

2026-08-01 03:25:55 UTC

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Pattern

2026-08-01 03:18:56 UTC

One thing I don’t love about this — a lot of UTXOs are now exposed.

2026-08-01 03:03:58 UTC

The moon
https://blossom.primal.net/474df86625ac80f9ecea50341489a8006b35e6d24dafcddd24d7f2c83e58658f.jpg

2026-08-01 02:45:25 UTC

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Congratulations to you, Carla and your family! What a beautiful day! 🫂♥️

2026-08-01 02:25:19 UTC

Bitcoin security about to get soo much better. Major shift in focus. Resilience go up 📈

2026-08-01 02:15:04 UTC

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Nostr dms 😑

2026-08-01 01:49:41 UTC

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Looking into this. Will report back 🫡

2026-08-01 01:40:30 UTC

Open Source is the Standard

2026-08-01 00:02:27 UTC

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At least the conversation is not about price and Saylor anymore

2026-07-31 21:35:00 UTC

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Classic. I won a Hacky sack tourney back in the day

2026-07-31 19:12:12 UTC

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Sorry Gigi 🫂

2026-07-31 18:57:20 UTC

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This looks cool!

2026-07-31 15:11:05 UTC

This too shall pass
#nevent1q…3u5d

2026-07-31 14:44:49 UTC

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I didn’t want to panic, and felt okay with having dice roll, but I did migrate and funds are secured.

2026-07-31 12:51:43 UTC

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Guess I’ll be busy tonight

2026-07-31 12:51:22 UTC

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Yeah. I checked last night and was good, but still a bit uncomfortable.

2026-07-31 12:47:54 UTC

Lots of fog of war. So the dice roll still legit? What if I have old ass firmware? Probably still best to move funds?

2026-07-31 10:52:18 UTC

Day 212 🌿
✨ "The root of joy is gratefulness."
— David Steindl-Rast
💫 "I am surrounded by abundance and joy."
🙏 Grateful for happiness in myself and others
https://gratefulday.space

2026-07-31 02:51:43 UTC

The best thing about the Bitcoin network is that when it is attacked, it grows stronger.

2026-07-30 14:19:00 UTC

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2026-07-30 11:02:39 UTC

Day 211 ☀️
✨ "Gratitude turns what we have into enough."
— Anonymous
💫 "I trust in my ability to overcome challenges."
🙏 Grateful for chance encounters and conversations with strangers
https://gratefulday.space

2026-07-30 02:19:08 UTC

Met Nancy on a flight today. 91 years young and going strong. She is coming back from visiting with her great grand children in Idaho for a month. Always enjoy chance encounters and conversations with strangers.
https://blossom.primal.net/8f016521db2b7120cde9933e5d749d672c2ed51596f18b21822fe2cf06ad51d8.jpg

2026-07-30 01:47:10 UTC

Was a good convo. Appreciated you having me on
#nevent1q…mny5

2026-07-29 21:40:30 UTC

✈️
https://i.nostr.build/euJOKFAAcLqKW4nH.jpg

2026-07-29 10:52:05 UTC

Day 210 ⭐️
✨ "Silent gratitude isn't much use to anyone."
— Gladys Bronwyn Stern
💫 "I am grateful for the opportunities that come my way."
🙏 Grateful for the ability to travel
https://gratefulday.space

2026-07-29 02:34:04 UTC

#foodstr
https://i.nostr.build/6mNxmXNdprLjHvxy.jpg

2026-07-28 11:13:55 UTC

Day 209 🌻
✨ "Gratitude is the inward feeling of kindness received."
— Henry Van Dyke
💫 "I choose to see the beauty in each moment."
🙏 Grateful for the trees
https://gratefulday.space

2026-07-28 01:26:06 UTC

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🤣 💀 sorry bro, kids were calling and had to jump off. It wasn’t the shit in the background 💩

2026-07-27 23:21:46 UTC

I think there is a human tendency to always want “the best” information, and we’ve been conditioned to believe that means going to the “expert.” I’ve fallen into that trap myself, whether it’s choosing the frontier AI model or seeking out the “best” doctor.
The “best” isn’t about expertise, but it’s a measure of utility and time. The best source is the one that gives you the right answer, at the right moment, with enough confidence to move forward.

2026-07-27 22:48:08 UTC

Thanks for adding this @npub1xy5…3urc
#nevent1q…es7t

2026-07-27 17:39:55 UTC

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Welcome back!

2026-07-27 13:43:33 UTC

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This is a membership feature, but we have a three free samples to test him out. Top right corner. “Ask Cheffy”
https://i.nostr.build/wSAewAPY8zxOPF9K.jpg

2026-07-27 12:13:32 UTC

#memories
#nevent1q…t743

2026-07-27 12:12:37 UTC

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Cheffy understands the assignment. You should try it!
https://i.nostr.build/oDaeG5X3iogdmsGI.jpg

2026-07-27 02:05:01 UTC

🔥🔥🔥
#nevent1q…adve

2026-07-27 00:41:38 UTC

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Also true 😂

2026-07-27 00:33:55 UTC

Gradually, then suddenly #nostr

2026-07-27 00:01:51 UTC

Fable release was peak Anthropic. All downhill from here.

2026-07-26 23:58:57 UTC

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I was at a restaurant with the fam earlier and wanted the recipe for a soup. I realized I couldn’t upload a photo to cheffy and ask about it. So I sent to my product guy, and he and the team worked it out and I had 4 PRs land when I got home. Fixed it.
https://i.nostr.build/dypGKFtsAAmnkNUP.jpg
https://i.nostr.build/kk7hEVoSidLc107g.jpg
https://i.nostr.build/iMVlH8tK0u8kBLOk.jpg

2026-07-26 23:54:53 UTC

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I have 9 agents currently. 6 are part of the leadership team.
Chief - Chief of Staff
Dr Sats - CFO
Ship - COO
Prep - Product Lead
Growth - Community lead
Sous - Dev and Engineer lead
I get an exec brief of what is important and priorities around, risks, building, android launch etc.
I add ideas and concepts on the fly and they figure it out and give guidance. It’s amazing.

2026-07-26 23:37:08 UTC

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Win win

2026-07-26 23:36:37 UTC

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True!

2026-07-26 23:36:09 UTC

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https://media1.giphy.com/media/FaIDQOgN69FXq/giphy.gif?cid=9b38fe91enmq5tgdjifk42d33clrond7t8v5cc4ns438yhy9&ep=v1_gifs_search&rid=giphy.gif&ct=g

2026-07-26 23:35:39 UTC

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Building the zap cooking business model.

2026-07-26 23:26:34 UTC

I also need a new furnace. How do I tell my wife that we’re gonna need more blankets this winter?
#nevent1q…4f0s

2026-07-26 23:23:35 UTC

After the weekend with Buzz, I was super productive, and all I can say with certainty that I’m gonna need a big hardware upgrade.

2026-07-26 14:37:37 UTC

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I’m using Claude right now. This is on buzz.xyz. So much potential here.

2026-07-26 11:55:31 UTC

Day 207 🌅
✨ "Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings."
— William Arthur Ward
💫 "I am worthy of peace, joy, and fulfillment."
🙏 Grateful for sunshine
https://gratefulday.space

2026-07-26 03:31:55 UTC

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Nice stack!

2026-07-26 03:29:45 UTC

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Our Sous Chef feature can turn posts like this into a clean, structured recipe and add it to the recipe catalog, giving you more visibility and discovery. We’re working on making it even easier. Thanks for sharing and for the tag! 🍳

2026-07-26 03:24:30 UTC

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Those schnitzels look perfectly golden and crispy! The crunchiness must be amazing paired with that creamy potato salad. What a delightful plate to brighten up any day! 😊
⚡🍳 via Cheffy · zap.cooking

2026-07-26 03:23:17 UTC

#memories
#nevent1q…dwag

2026-07-26 03:22:26 UTC

#memories
#nevent1q…l3pa

2026-07-26 01:02:56 UTC

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I’m on Mac

2026-07-26 00:34:12 UTC

I’m assembling a team
https://i.nostr.build/P3m9YIWUYtmbO1eZ.jpg

2026-07-25 23:30:05 UTC

https://i.nostr.build/syAQgy8vhhmTL5c9.jpg

2026-07-25 20:52:53 UTC

Is damus relay still shutting down eom? @npub1xts…kk5s

2026-07-25 18:50:53 UTC

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We’re winning

2026-07-25 15:22:53 UTC

https://v.nostr.build/TS3NUQhOdSoPHq3j.mov

2026-07-25 12:40:20 UTC

35 day streak and 145/206 days in 2026. #grateful
https://i.nostr.build/pb12aWNbelUyq1tt.jpg

2026-07-25 10:53:50 UTC

Day 206 🌿
✨ "The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest."
— William Blake
💫 "I choose to live with intention and purpose."
🙏 Grateful for the harmony in life
https://gratefulday.space

2026-07-25 00:16:33 UTC

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Congratulations to you two, soon to be three 🫂 🫂 🫂

2026-07-25 00:11:12 UTC

Nostr app #1 on GitHub and everyone wants to open source everything. What a time to be alive

2026-07-24 23:14:55 UTC

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What About Bob