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All the Same

Today, right now, anyone with a $300 laptop can use the very same tools as the people at the top of just about any industry.

— The very same software by Seth Godin

I wonder though how many of those at the top have stayed away from modern technology?

Writers are a great example of this. While many of us might be falling over the latest apps and technology for writing, how many writers have produced their best work on older technology? There are many great stories of authors using old typerighters, old disconnected computers and even pen and paper.

Run up to flying home begins. Just about to head to the airport. It’s been a great three weeks but Ethan is itching to get back to the golf.

And on the topic of sports-related hobbies, I’ll be hoping to joining a golf club in October. It’s a great way of spending time with Ethan.

The Weekend Report #2

Friday. Wrapped up client work and finished up packing for the holiday.

Saturday was a long day travelling with the family. It was the first time I decided to eschew technology for the flight. No laptops, iPads or even a Kindle. All I had was Cal Newton’s Deep Work book and the job of entertaining our two boys for a while. For a device-free flight it was quite quick. Touched down in Toronto mid-afternoon and had some ribs for dinner at my in-laws house which is our base for the next couple of weeks.

The day after the flight is always the recovery day. The boys were up early as predicted so we had a hobbit style breakfast comprising of an early breakfast at 5am and a normal breakfast at 9am.

For the second time I joined my brother-in-law and his friends for five-a-side football. I’ve still got a good touch, but I definitely don’t have as much energy as I used too.

Ethan playing at Rockchapel Golf Course

Me, Ethan and my father-in-law headed to a nearby nine hole golf course for a quick game of golf today. Ethan destroyed myself and his Granpa with accurate green shots and some great putting. After a few errands on the way home, I cooked up some fajitas for the family and then headed to the park with the boys.

Pretty much a damn good weekend.