2020
I find the Feb 22nd 2020 cover of The Economist so perfect. I love the imagery of these cybernetic bulls. And probably even more, I like the choice of having them run directly at the viewer — as if you are about to get run over by them.
Wow — Pythonista 3 finally got an upgrade to some of the newest iOS features! And release notes make it clear further Shortcuts support is on the way! 👏
Mimi Uploader may fundamentally change how I use micro.blog. It makes it much more compelling for longer blog posts.
Ticket to Ride Japan
Our family enjoys playing Ticket to Ride and we have some of the expansion packs. When I saw the new Japan expansion pack I knew that was something we would like. We’ve now played both the Japan and Italy (the flip side) versions.
Japan
The Japan expansion pack is interesting because it introduces a new cooperative element to the game in the form of the bullet train. All players work together to build the bullet train, and in fact you are rewarded and penalized for how much or little you work on it. It’s like a game in a game. The bullet train can then be used by all players. It changes the game a lot and is a really fun way to play. I think this version of the game will reward players that draw a large number of tickets.
Italy
Italy is more traditional. There is no communal play like the bullet train. It introduces Fairies to the game to build water routes. It also has a bonus concept of connecting a large number of regions. It is fun, and if you enjoy Italy it’s fun to play with all of those cities. Gameplay is pretty standard.
Grilling cheeseburgers like it’s summer! 🔥🍔❄️
Just ordered a Raspberry Pi 3B+ so that I can finally setup a Pi-Hole server at home!
Small and intimate concert with Matt Wilson and his Orchestra at the 318 Cafe in Excelsior. 🎶
Watched Ford v Ferrari tonight. Loved it. Great story, acting, and action. 🎬
Thawing out the Big Green Egg so I can make dinner! Frozen shut! ❄️🔥
Finished my LEGO Yoda!
Brandi Carlile opened the new Fillmore Minneapolis tonight with an amazing sold-out acoustic performance. So good! 🎵 She is an amazing talent!
Courtney Marie Andrews did an amazing opening set for Brandi Carlile. Check her out! 🎶
Family selfie at the Fillmore Minneapolis!
The chandeliers at the Fillmore Minneapolis are a classy touch.
Excited for opening night at the Fillmore Minneapolis with acoustic set from Brandi Carlile! 🎶
Impressive progress in Minneapolis development shared at the Minneapolis Downtown Council Annual Meeting! Mayor Jacob Frey, Karin Lucas (go #TeamSPS), and Steve Cramer amongst the speakers hosted by Amelia Santaniello!
Grateful to be able to partake in the Annual Meeting of the Minneapolis Downtown Council!
