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For me at least, the late 40s have brought with them a few ailments that are now starting to show up. I’m in physical therapy to fix my posture which unchecked causes lower back pain. I have odd swelling in one of my ankles. One thing my physician asked me during my annual checkup was “How much water do you drink”? My answer? Huh?
Read MoreI often get questions about the various chargers and cables that I use. I put a lot of thought into what I use, and that extends to my family. We have so many devices that need charging these days and so this is always an evolving approach. Especially as the landscape of cables and connectors changes.
My goal in all cases is to have the most compact, powerful and flexible system. It needs to charge all the devices I might bring with me, and ideally do them as fast as the device allows. iPhones can charge up to 25W, iPads 45W and Laptops anywhere from 30W - 100W.
The basic architecture for my setup is the following:
1. At Home - I have a bedside setup that is permanent and can charge my iPhone, Watch and AirPods.
2. Every Day Carry - A charging kit for every day use - in my daily carry
3. Overnight Travel - A charging kit for my bedside when I travel, to charge my iPhone, AirPods and Apple Watch
4. Everything Else - For all the other devices I bring, a charge and cables.
When travel it’s important to have international adapters. I chose charges that allow for you to swap the US plug with an international plug. This is much better and usually stronger / more secure vs some of those setups where the either tiny or huge adapter doesn’t work because your plug falls out of the wall or it’s too large to work. I cover some of these details below.
Read MoreWe often find that we need simple, open cargo bags to haul stuff around - groceries, packages, returns, anything.
I recently discovered a company - High Tide Store DTLA - that makes fantastic haulers. They have some great features, such as they can roll up and store easily.
They come in two styles - regular and insulated. We have both.
Regular in L and M, Insulated in S and M. These are great.
Read MoreYou have a step ladder I presume. Most people do. Do you love it?
In our house, we usually need a small and large ones to replace light bulbs and reach our tall cabinets.
Last year I discovered these step ladders which are design marvels.
Read MoreI’m so enamored with Dewalt. I have a growing collection of power tools that use their standard 20V Lithium Battery system. What I am finding so interesting is how many traditionally corded options now come as battery-powered with little to no compromises.
Read MoreWe love Pasta in our home. It’s a staple in our diet, especially because Bolognese is the first thing I ever learned to cook.
Well over the years we settled on Penne as our “go to” for Pasta. During the pandemic we discovered a brand new pasta and shape called Cascatelli Pasta. It was invented by Dan Pashman and Sfoglini.
Read MoreLike many of you, the pandemic created new habits and patterns. Purchasing household goods in bulk is one that I’ve found helps me manage my time better and keeps essential items in stock at home.
About a year ago I discovered a company called Public Goods. They sell Household items - Groceries, Food, Surplus items, and pet items too. They have great sustainability practices. Many of their products are organic and free of nasty chemicals. They are membership-based. A full year of membership costs only $79. Free for 14 days. Cancel anytime. Members also get free shipping on orders $45+.
What they excel at is simple branding. I like it so much it’s taken over all our bathrooms.
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