Daily Archives: July 20, 2025

Salt, Soil and Screens: Chasing Curiosity from Malta to the Wi-Fi Age

Posted on July 20, 2025 by ivanmconsiglio

In Malta’s sun-splashed fields and rocky shores, we chased rabbits through rubble walls and hauled nets at sunset, earning scabby knees and salty hair as proof of real discovery. Today’s kids hunt for Wi-Fi bars instead of sparrows, yet that pull toward the unknown—messy, unpredictable and full of hope—still beats beneath it all. Continue reading →

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Stop Speaking Code: I Just Want Help

Posted on July 20, 2025 by ivanmconsiglio

Tech support shouldn’t feel like shouting into a canyon. Here’s looking at the emotional weight behind confusing calls, the power of plain language, and why real empathy—not just scripted kindness—can transform frustration into understanding. Let’s rethink help, one conversation at a time. Continue reading →

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The Latte Lie: When Naming Becomes Nonsense

Posted on July 20, 2025 by ivanmconsiglio

Venting in a playful takedown of the coffee world’s inflated naming rituals—where a humble cup turns into a branding spectacle, where we examine how language gets needlessly complicated in cafés and beyond, spotlighting a refreshingly honest chalkboard sign that cuts through the noise. It’s a gentle nudge to keep things simple, served with humour and a side of satire. Continue reading →

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