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Exam Update & Swedish Delight

Thu 5 Sep 2024

J reaches a great result on his exams, only one uncertainty. Last night we enjoyed a quiet evening, trying a classic Swedish snack: Räkost (cream cheese with shrimp) on crispbread. Hopefully there is some time to expand on this daily post… And yes, more updates about tobacco pipes and lightning was added. Read More…

A Day of Packages, Goodbyes & Magic

Tue 3 Sep 2024

A busy day filled with conference calls, goodbyes, and unexpected deliveries. The author receives a new laptop battery and 3D printing filament, as well as a package of childhood photos from his family. He savors the morning moments with coffee, nostalgia, and plans to digitalize the memories. Read More…

New Beginnings: Laptops & Lunchtime

Mon 2 Sep 2024

A routine Monday with conference calls marks the return to work after holiday break. The author also orders a new laptop battery and discovers a great deal on 3D printing filament, while pondering a tobacco pipe purchase. Read More…

September Sizzle: Summer's Last Hurrah and Birthday Bash Bliss

Sun 1 Sep 2024

September begins with unexpected heat of 32°C. H’s birthday party was a success with great food and company. Plans for the day include writing, 3D printing, and potentially buying a new pipe and laptop battery. Brasschaat is bustling with activities due to the village day celebrations this weekend. Read More…

Exams, Updates, and Blooming Deals: A Friday of Fresh Starts

Fri 30 Aug 2024

J’s final exam underway. Weather improving from rainy to sunny. New website functioning well with minor tweaks. Author enjoys new efficient workflow for updates. H. found discounted plants; planting planned as enjoyable Friday therapy to unwind from work week. Read More…

The day finally arrived...

Thu 29 Aug 2024

The day finally arrived when the new mathiaspihl.com was launched. Read about how to navigate and some other news here. Read More…

Sunny Skies and Digital Strides: A Week of Progress and Preparation

Wed 28 Aug 2024

Enjoying good weather mid-week. Implementing new website workflow using Hugo. Preparing for H’s birthday party and coordinating J’s study and travel plans. Successfully reprinted 3D bottle cap in PETG, awaiting test results. Balancing work, family events, and personal projects while managing multiple tasks. Read More…

From Mediation to Modification: A few days of Upgrades and Discoveries

Sat 24 Aug 2024

Work week ended with successful mediation. Enjoyed dinner with neighbors. New kitchen faucet arrived to replace 20-year-old one. Fixed webpage gallery. Planning to reprint a 3D-printed water bottle cap in PETG for dishwasher safety, replacing the deformed PLA version. Read More…

Global Deadlines and Digital Milestones: A Week in the Fast Lane

Wed 21 Aug 2024

Busy work week spanning three time zones. Celebrated unexpected milestone of 14,000 pageviews on mathiaspihl.com in July. Evening plans changed to chores and driving J. to Antwerp for his first exams. Balancing work, family responsibilities, and personal projects while looking forward to J.’s exam results. Read More…

Family Ties and Swing Practice: A Week of Balance and Bonding

Sun 18 Aug 2024

Short work week due to holiday. Health scare for mother-in-law resolved. J. and K. had a date night before K’s travel. Home maintenance included oiling floors. Father and son enjoyed golf practice. Family reunited for dinner and TV. Sunday spent reflecting, writing, and preparing for a busy week ahead. Read More…

 

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