Tag: Life & Aging

  • How Do I Use Social Media

    How Do I Use Social Media

    Nothing has ever claimed to bring people closer while making them feel further away at the same time. I don’t even know 500 people, yet we’ve equated worth to ‘likes’ and digital friend counts. Here is why I’ve traded the noise of traditional social media for the clarity of long-form conversation.

  • Part 10 – Fidelity Ends – The Transition and a Break from Technology

    Part 10 – Fidelity Ends – The Transition and a Break from Technology

    Fidelity Ends – The Transition and a Break from Technology Losing a job you love at 43, especially without knowing the reason, is tough. You start to question everything, even when the company was doing well, and my reviews were positive. I had been promoted two years earlier, was a respected team manager, and had…

  • News Letter Week Of 06-Apr-2026

    News Letter Week Of 06-Apr-2026

    Being Kevin: Weekly Newsletter from Rio BeingKevin Tech, books, musings, Retirement, and Life in Brazil About Kevin, I spent 40 years in FinTech before retiring to Rio de Janeiro to trade software releases for a front-row seat to the beautiful absurdity of life in Brazil. This blog is my digital porch, a place for unpolished commentary…

  • Where Do I See Myself In 10 Years

    Where Do I See Myself In 10 Years

    At 73, I plan to be a ‘teenager’ with more gray hair and a much better sense of humor. Between surviving long-haul flights and chasing a thousand subscribers, my ten-year plan involves less ‘slowing down’ and more ‘speeding up’ before the curtain falls.

  • Five Things That Bring Me Happiness

    Five Things That Bring Me Happiness

    From the quiet hum of a rainy morning to the chaotic joy of watching my kids hit their goals, a ‘good day’ isn’t about the grand gestures. It’s about a cup of coffee, a relentless family spirit, and a wife who wonders why I’m still staring.

  • A Positive Thing A Family Member Has Done For Me

    A Positive Thing A Family Member Has Done For Me

    Retirement isn’t just a number on a balance sheet; sometimes, it’s a gift of trust. After marrying later in life and facing a mountain of educational debt, I thought the dream of retiring early was off the table. Then came a lesson in generosity that changed everything.

  • AI Impact – What’s Next Part 3

    AI Impact – What’s Next Part 3

    This post examines key issues impacting the environment, business operations, and the economy. The Significant Footprint of a Virtual World Data centers are no longer simply referred to as “the cloud.” They have evolved into extensive industrial complexes spanning hundreds of acres. Their construction often requires land clearance, disrupting local wildlife and ecosystems. Additionally, these…

  • My Favorite Restaurant

    My Favorite Restaurant

    From the sizzle of a high-end US steakhouse to the bustling juice counters of Rio, my palate lives in two worlds. But if I had to choose between a perfectly aged filet and a street-side Coxinha? The winner isn’t the one with the wine list.

  • The Place I Never Want To Visit

    The Place I Never Want To Visit

    Most people shy away from the darker corners of our map, but I believe there is a profound necessity in seeing them. From the horrors of concentration camps to the high-stakes warnings of ‘Scared Straight,’ why must we look at what we’d rather forget?