"I'm trying to" are the words near the start of the journey.

"I did it" comes after "I'm trying to".
Sometimes "Uh oh" or "oops" comes between. That's ok.

But today and in the future there is a you that will look back and be proud of how you started with "I'm trying to".

I'm proud of you too.

We've got important business to do, we'll meat back later.

It was at this moment that Badger felt hopeful. He was not aware of the trials and tribulations waiting for him. His plight would last months, years until the final moments of tribulation and jubilation. And as he looked back on the carcass of a game he enjoyed, he chuckled and said "... +284%"

It ended on my birthday on Episode 200. Years ago.

Solid, let me know if you ever play it. I'd love to watch. DM me if you need a key

Have you played UnMetal yet?

More the reason to look forward to GDQs with you, good sir.

See, you're already ahead of the game!

(Side note: Sometimes dads are proud of their dad jokes that have a layer of sincerity, knowing that explaining that makes it less funny/clever)

Good job, I'm happy for you. I have a game to suggest to you. I do it sometimes. Literally just step outside a front door or porch door. Stand in the air for 2 minutes and just listen/observe the sounds around you.

Don't know why I like that game so much. But it's one I should play more often.

You tell yourself that...

We'll know it.

Meeting's cancelled, it was actually just an email.

Makes complete sense

Nervousness is the opposing side of the coin to excitement. When you say one, it's viable to consider saying the other in most occasions.

You are equally feeling both when faced with something important but unknown in your immediate future.

Savor this moment, friend.

Hah, not all of it. A handful of people still replied or reached out since then, referencing Bluesky posts.

I'm grateful that it sparked that, personally.