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Have you ever wondered what makes this website tick? Let's delve into the tech powering it, and why I opted for a speed-first approach. For many years now, I've relied on Blogger as my blogging platform. While it might not be the flashiest option on the market, it gets the job done for me. It's familiar, user-friendly, and allows me to focus on the content itself. Plus, it's powered by Google. Their infrastructure is second to none, so why wouldn't you choose the best? But content is only half the battle. A slow website is a frustrating one, so I've taken steps to ensure this blog loads lightning fast. The foundation for this speed comes from the simple design. Less clutter means less for your browser to process. However, I didn't stop there.  Behind the scenes, some prefetch magic is happening. This clever trick tells your browser to anticipate what it might need next (such as javascript), pre-loading it in the background. The result? Pages that appear to

Hello . Some of you might be wondering where everything went. Did the blogosphere swallow my content whole? Did I have a sudden aversion to sharing? Well, the answer's a bit more nuanced than that. The truth is, I've been fiddling around with the direction of this site for a while now. One minute I'm diving deep into philosophy, the next I'm rambling about the perfect cup of tea. It's been a bit of a mixed bag, and frankly, it wasn't quite sitting right with me. But fear not, loyal readers! I've finally landed on something I'm excited about. From here on out, this site will be all about the visuals. Think stunning landscapes, captivating street photography, maybe even the occasional foray into the world of product closeups (Zzz!). Why the shift? Well, there's something undeniably powerful about a captured image. It can tell a story, evoke an emotion, or simply transport you to another place entirely. And that's the kind of experience I want to sh