<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[RSS Feed]]></title><description><![CDATA[RSS Feed]]></description><link>https://ecency.com</link><image><url>https://ecency.com/logo512.png</url><title>RSS Feed</title><link>https://ecency.com</link></image><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:11:17 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[World on Fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[I'm starting to struggle to find a region of the world that isn't facing some form of conflict. The fact that even Greenland is becoming a zone of potential contention seems mind boggling. Obviously, the]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/world-on-fire</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/world-on-fire</guid><category><![CDATA[news]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 10 May 2025 02:35:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our nation's at a crossroad]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's an interesting time in America, and perhaps the world. In these uncertain times, our country finds itself at a cross road as what I believed were common American ideals appears to be giving way to]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/our-nations-at-a-crossroad</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/our-nations-at-a-crossroad</guid><category><![CDATA[hive]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 05:19:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Just had a fight]]></title><description><![CDATA[...with the wife. Alright, maybe that's not really a fight, but a difference of opinions. But it sure feels like a fight, and a meaningless one at that. There'll always be regrets about the words said]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/just-had-a-fight</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/just-had-a-fight</guid><category><![CDATA[daily]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 03 Mar 2024 08:18:36 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bitcoin on the Brink of a Breakthrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the ever-evolving world of finance and technology, Bitcoin stands on the precipice of a significant milestone – its potential mainstream approval. This development isn't just a win for Bitcoin enthusiasts;]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/bitcoin-on-the-brink-of-a-breakthrough</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/bitcoin-on-the-brink-of-a-breakthrough</guid><category><![CDATA[daily]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 21:52:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Ups and Downs of Investment Convictions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Conviction can be a double-edged sword. I recently experienced this firsthand, a reminder that even the most well-thought-out investment strategies can sometimes lead to unexpected outcomes. I had spent]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/the-ups-and-downs-of-investment-convictions</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/the-ups-and-downs-of-investment-convictions</guid><category><![CDATA[daily]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 17:24:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reluctance to Sleep]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every parent knows the challenge of bedtime, and tonight was our turn in the spotlight. Our youngest, usually cooperative, decided that sleep was the enemy. Negotiations began with a firm "No]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/reluctance-to-sleep</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/reluctance-to-sleep</guid><category><![CDATA[daily]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 05:00:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grandparents and Grandkids Reconnect]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week, we had the joy of a brief yet heartwarming visit from the grandparents. In our bustling Seattle home, these moments are cherished, a sweet interlude in our regular routine. It's not just a simple]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/grandparents-and-grandkids-reconnect</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/grandparents-and-grandkids-reconnect</guid><category><![CDATA[daily]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 05:51:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Weekend of Fun and Bonding]]></title><description><![CDATA[This weekend, our home was buzzing with the energy and laughter of cousins. It was a special time, as our kids had their cousins over, filling our space with joy and youthful spirit. Their bond is a beautiful]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/a-weekend-of-fun-and-bonding</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/a-weekend-of-fun-and-bonding</guid><category><![CDATA[life]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jan 2024 22:16:09 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating the Stormy Seas of Bedtime Battles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, patience was put to the test. As bedtime rolled around, what should have been a peaceful end to the day turned into a battleground, with the kids caught in a whirlwind of bickering, disobedience,]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/navigating-the-stormy-seas-of-bedtime-battles</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/navigating-the-stormy-seas-of-bedtime-battles</guid><category><![CDATA[daily]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jan 2024 07:52:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Solo Stay with Cousins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today marked a milestone for my youngest - her first overnight stay at her cousins' house without the rest of our family. It was a big step for her, venturing out from the comfort of our Seattle home,]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/first-solo-stay-with-cousins</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/first-solo-stay-with-cousins</guid><category><![CDATA[daily]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2024 19:20:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Making Room for Growth in Our Gaming Team]]></title><description><![CDATA[In life and in gaming, sometimes we're faced with decisions that are necessary, yet heart-wrenching. Recently, I had to make one such choice — to cut a friend from our video game team. It wasn’t a decision]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/making-room-for-growth-in-our-gaming-team</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/making-room-for-growth-in-our-gaming-team</guid><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2024 01:37:36 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Beginnings and Family Ties]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Year's Day in our home is always a heartwarming blend of family, laughter, and a sense of fresh beginnings. This year was no different, with the added joy of having grandparents and extended family]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/new-beginnings-and-family-ties</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/new-beginnings-and-family-ties</guid><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jan 2024 06:49:48 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reflecting on the Year's End]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the final day of the year unfolds, there's a reflective calm that envelops us. It's a day steeped in introspection, a pause before the dawn of a new beginning. Looking out at the familiar Seattle skyline,]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/reflecting-on-the-years-end</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/reflecting-on-the-years-end</guid><category><![CDATA[daily]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 31 Dec 2023 17:26:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[When a New Game Falls Short]]></title><description><![CDATA[The excitement was palpable in the household as we unwrapped our latest video game purchase - Bluey, The Videogame. Anticipation had been building for weeks, with the kids counting down the days to its]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/when-a-new-game-falls-short</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/when-a-new-game-falls-short</guid><category><![CDATA[daily]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 31 Dec 2023 05:35:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rethinking Video Game Spending]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the digital realm of video games, it's easy to get caught in a spending spiral, chasing the latest releases or in-game purchases. Recently, I found myself reflecting on this habit, particularly its]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/rethinking-video-game-spending</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/rethinking-video-game-spending</guid><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 29 Dec 2023 21:44:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[ A Family Affair with a Twist of Laziness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Post-holiday cleanup at our place can feel like directing a slow-motion movie starring our two kids, where every movement is met with Oscar-worthy complaints and dramatic sighs. It's a classic scene in]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/a-family-affair-with-a-twist-of-laziness</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/a-family-affair-with-a-twist-of-laziness</guid><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 28 Dec 2023 15:16:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rediscovering Childhood Gems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Digging through some old boxes in storage, I stumbled upon a slice of my childhood – a collection of Pokémon cards, a nostalgic reminder of simpler times. Tucked away and forgotten, these cards were more]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/rediscovering-childhood-gems</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/rediscovering-childhood-gems</guid><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2023 22:47:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leftovers and Relaxation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The day after Christmas in our home is all about kicking back and enjoying the calm after the festive storm. It's a day marked not by the clatter of preparation, but by the contented hum of relaxation]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/leftovers-and-relaxation</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/leftovers-and-relaxation</guid><category><![CDATA[blogging]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2023 22:36:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cozy Christmas Vibes at Our Place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christmas at our house in Seattle is all about cozy vibes and family fun, especially with the usual rainy backdrop outside. As the city lights up with holiday sparkle, our home turns into our own little]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/cozy-christmas-vibes-at-our-place</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/cozy-christmas-vibes-at-our-place</guid><category><![CDATA[blog]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 25 Dec 2023 17:09:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morning Mayhem: Navigating Parenting Challenges with Love and Patience]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, I was abruptly awoken not by my alarm clock, but by the sound of my children's voices — one moment clingy and seeking comfort, the next arguing with each other at the top of their lungs.]]></description><link>https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/morning-mayhem-navigating-parenting-challenges-with-love-and-patience</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://ecency.com/@dailywrites/morning-mayhem-navigating-parenting-challenges-with-love-and-patience</guid><category><![CDATA[blogging]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[dailywrites]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 23 Dec 2023 19:17:51 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>