“But he who dares not grasp the thorn should never crave the rose.”
― Anne Bronte
Korean Age
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FYI: "In Korea, everyone is 1 from the time they are born. And everyone gets a year older on New Year's day. So your Korean age is always either one or two years older than your Western age."
Me: Freya, get your shoe. There it is. Get your shoe. Freya walks over to her shoe, picks it up, brings it to me. She is such a smart baby. Me: Yay! Good job, Freya! Good job! Get your other shoe! Over there. Your other shoe. She brings me a book called Jessie, The Lonely Puppy . Me: No, Freya, no! Not a book. A shoe. Get your shoe. It's over there! She brings me a backpack, then a life jacket, then a teddy bear. Meanwhile, I'm pointing till my arm is nearly out of joint trying to get her closer to the target. No can do. Sophia walks over, picks up the shoe, and puts it in baby Freya's hand. Me: Yay, Freya! Yay! You brought Daddy the shoe! The shoe! The shoe!... (We celebrate success whatever it looks like : )
Me: Honey, I'm thinking about asking my doctor to prescribe me some Ritalin. Laura: YES! Me: Uh, wow. That was a bit enthusiastic. Laura: I mean yes, but just be careful because that stuff is a chemical and too much of that is not good for you. Me: What did you say?....
I finished watching The Weight of the Nation Series on Max. It’s a 2012 documentary about the obesity crisis in our country. It’s sad to think that the crisis hasn’t let up 13 years later. Here are key takeaways for me that ChatGPT helped me write up: 1. Obesity is a Complex Issue with Multiple Causes Biology and Environment: Genetics play a role, but the environment has a more significant impact on obesity rates, including the availability of cheap, calorie-dense foods and sedentary lifestyles. Socioeconomic Factors: Obesity is more prevalent in lower-income communities due to limited access to fresh, healthy foods and safe spaces for physical activity. 2. The Health Consequences are Severe Chronic Diseases: Obesity increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, stroke, and certain cancers. Reduced Life Expectancy: Excess weight can significantly shorten life expectancy. Mental Health Impact: Obesity often correlates with depression, an...