Finally replaced my missed-so-much Volvo XC70 that got totaled back in September. This is a 2015 Volvo XC60 in great shape. Hopefully, it will serve me just as faithfully and long.
Author: Patrick Rhone
Thought: In this day and age, lack of confidence in one’s ability to do anything is really just a manifestation of fear. All of the world’s knowledge is available to us in just a few clicks. You can learn anything you don’t know. If you have the time, energy, and desire, you can do it.
Some things to note about these senior photos of Beatrix…
Five generations of her family attended convocation in this chapel.
Her Great Grandmother’s ashes were scattered at the base of this tree.
These were taken by her aunt, my sister, Patrice in New Orleans.
They capture her well.
I just wanted to take a moment to wish everyone reading the happiest of this holiday season. Times are complicated and sometimes everything seems so hard. Yet, in the past few days I’ve experienced heartfelt joy, unexpected wonder, and moments I’ll always treasure. I’m grateful for it all.
The Christmas tradition continues…
Um, this is kind of huge news.
Focused #245: Fashionable & Functional, with Patrick Rhone – Relay
Was very delighted to be asked to return for a chat with my long time buddy David Sparks and his co-host Mike Schmitz.
I’m finding myself doing a fair amount of podcast guesting these days. It falls under my policy of yes.
Mac keyboard shortcuts – Apple Support
Related: Nice to see this support doc still active and updated.
Minimal Mac | The Best Upgrade Is You
A blast from my past circa 2012.
Want a better computer? Perhaps start with bettering your use of the one you already have.
Please learn how to use your computer » Nieman Journalism Lab
In 2026, I’m hoping — begging, really — that we finally retire the idea that digital incompetence is an acceptable personality quirk in professional settings. Learn the shortcuts. Read the error messages. Google it (or, hell, ask the bots) before you ask someone else to Google it for you.
A decent and important rant. Applies to every profession, not just journalism.