What I Learned about job hunting from playing Elden Ring

Navigating the job market can feel like battling a boss in Elden Ring: daunting, unpredictable, and often ending in a swift defeat. Yet, just as in the game, perseverance and strategy can lead to ultimate victory. Recently I started playing Elden Ring and have found it very frustrating. It reminded me of the frustration of searching for a new job. There had to be a connection right? So, here’s a look at how the challenges of job hunting mirror the trials of playing Elden Ring.

The Dad Report: Your weekly news – Nov. 15

This week, I have gathered a collection of insightful and heartwarming stories about fatherhood from various blogs. From personal reflections to community events, these stories highlight the diverse experiences of modern dads. Whether you’re a father yourself or simply interested in the evolving role of dads today, these stories offer inspiration and perspective. Dive into the narratives below for November 15th.

Parenting Truths: The little things that test our patience

While parenting is a rewarding journey, it’s not without its frustrations. From constant interruptions to the never-ending messes, these small but persistent irritations can add up. As a form of dad therapy, I wanted to explore some of the most common things that annoy parents and how we can manage them with humour and patience. Spolier-alert, it’s not always possible, and that is okay. Let’s get started with some parenting truths.

Family dinner: Guyanese-style chicken chow mein on the Big Green Egg

I recently tried an amazing recipe for Guyanese-style chicken chow mein from Devan Rajkumar’s cookbook Mad Love. I decided to add my own twist by cooking the chicken on my Big Green Egg, which gave it a delicious smoky flavour. This dish is a delightful fusion of Chinese and Caribbean flavors, and it’s perfect for a family meal or even special occasions. The combination of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and chewy noodles makes it a well-balanced and satisfying dish. Why am I sharing it with you? Because it was a hit with the whole family, even the kids. Here’s how I made it:

Trailer fest for those who like to know what’s coming

I am a big fan of trailers for upcoming TV shows or movies. I always have been. Sometimes it’s the best part of going to the movies. Now with the likes of YouTube, you get those trailers at home as soon as they happen. You also get the trailers very, very, very early. Like years in advance in some cases. It’s become a separate industry, to be honest. You have small teasers, big teasers, and official trailers now just to build hype.

Personally I think they are starting to be too early and by the time the show or movie comes out you have mega-fatigue and don’t care anymore.

Questioning it all

That sure is an ominous title, isn’t it? Well, it’s been a week. I am still trying to make sense of the US election results but maybe I am overthinking it. America clearly has shown where it stands, and unlike 2016, it doesn’t feel like some fluke this time. It’s a result I was not hoping for, but totally expecting. So now I am questioning it all.