Kev Quirk

Proudly ruining the web since 2013.

Putting Your Eggs in One Basket

I was reading a post the other day about how someone would struggle to move away from Apple as they're all in with them. I can understand this, as it nearly happened to me too.

Technology

Goodbye Fosstodon

Last night I demoted my Fosstodon admin account, then flipped the switch and migrated to Micro.blog. Here's some thoughts on why I did that.

Opinion Web

My Thoughts on the Fosstodon Drama

Lots of people have been asking myself and Mike for a statement on the recent drama surrounding Fosstodon. This is **MY** statement.

Opinion Web

My First Week With the Framework 13

I've had my Framework 13 for a week now. There have been some challenges along the way, but for the most part, I'm happy with my purchase.

Opinion Technology

The Wild Robot Protects

The 3rd book in The Wild Robot series. My wife said it was rubbish when she read it, but me and the kids enjoyed it.

Books Peter Brown Wild Robot Series

Initial Thoughts of the Framework 13

I received my shiny new Framework 13 today, so I wanted to share some of my initial thoughts on the device.

Opinion Technology

Why I Decided on the Framework 13 for My Next Laptop

I've mentioned the Framework 13 a few times recently, and I ended up buying one. But a few people have messaged me wanting to know why I chose it. So, here's why...

Opinion Technology

Blogging Expectations

Some thoughts about what Joel expects out of blogging regularly, or having a website at all.

Link Opinion

YouTube Shorts Are Like Crack

Back in February I decided to admit defeat in the battle against YouTube ads, and I signed up for Premium. Since then, I've become utterly addicted to shorts. It's very, very sad.

Opinion Web

Roadkill

Another great book from Dennnis E. Taylor. This time about an alien that's killed in a road traffic accident.

Books Dennis E Taylor

Improving My Journal

Back in August I created a very simple Journal for my own use. I've been updating it lately and I think it's a lot better now.

Technology Web

The Wild Robot Escapes

The second book in The Wild Robot series. Another wholesome book that my kids really enjoyed.

Books Peter Brown Wild Robot Series

How to Work Better

I was out with my family in Chester recently and I saw a quote on the side of a building explaining how to work better. I thought it was very well put, so I wanted to share it.

Notes Opinion

New Motorbike & Broken Phone Drama

I recently bought a new motorbike and managed to drop my phone while riding it. Oh joy.

Motorbikes Technology

iOS Mail Is Shite

I fell foul of a phish, thanks to the shitty iOS Mail app.

Security

Thanks For The Emails

Just a quick thanks to all those that emailed me follow my previous post.

Notes

Work to Live, Don’t Live to Work

I've always been a firm believer in this saying, and I've always tried to stick to it. But recently, things have flipped and it's killing me.

Opinion HomeLife

Worst Day Ever

Today has just been the worst day ever and I’m ready for it to fuck right off.

HomeLife

The Wild Robot

A lovely book to read with the kids, or alone. It's a great story, but there are some slightly darker parts.

Books Peter Brown Wild Robot Series

RSS Feed Changes

You've probably seen a load of unread RSS items from my feed, sorry about that. Here's why...

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