Link to book Perhaps this has been going on for sometime but I do not appreciate book covers replaced because the tv show has been successful. For example, the original cover for this book (which I have used in my review) is: If you buy this book today, you will...| Unfiltered by MereCivilian
As humans, we are set in our ways. At least I am, and there is nothing wrong with that. However, when we decide to embark on a change, we also need to accept that things will be different. Different doesn't mean bad, or different doesn't mean good. Different means different....| Unfiltered by MereCivilian
I finished work early, approximately 3pm and eagerly drove home, knowing my Surface Pro has arrived. The delivery guy today was just like Santa, bearing gifts. Christmas has come early. I quickly setup Windows, connected to my Wi-Fi and enabled Windows Hello. Having not been familiar with it previously, it's...| Unfiltered by MereCivilian
Binged watched this limited series on Netflix in two days. Honestly, was not aware of this highjacking despite it occurring 25 years ago and lasting more than a week. A gripping story with actual footage from the crisis making it more surreal. As a viewer, I felt the pain...| Unfiltered by MereCivilian
Recently, I have been reflecting on my Windows usage. Since 2010, I have been using Windows to earn a living. Since 2020, thanks to COVID, my employer shifted to a working from home solution. It is a hybrid solution that works relatively well. Basically, I use a Windows desktop tower...| Unfiltered by MereCivilian
Today, I took some time off work to take my brother-in-law's car in for service at the local BMW dealership. Before I get into the experience, I want to set out the context. BMW is...| m.merecivilian.com
Since January 2020, I have used Passepartout as my VPN on iOS and on iPadOS. Recently I also purchased the Apple TV add-on. This is a useful app. There are multiple VPN providers I use...| m.merecivilian.com
This blog post is my unfiltered, not heavily researched thoughts on Google.[Image] Recently, I came across a blog post by Greg Morris and this is how the blog post was ended: “Every time new Pixel phones come around I toy with the idea of using something different, I ultimately won’t...| Unfiltered by MereCivilian
I have had one Mac device for most of of my life. It's usually a MacBook Pro of some sort. In 2021, I bought the M1 MacBook Pro 16inch, which replaced my 2016 MacBook Pro. ...| m.merecivilian.com
Link to book This book is a must-read for everyone. It is divided into 8 sections, each representing a habit to live a rich life. The focus is not on becoming rich but on living your best life. It's important to make this distinction. 1. Growth: The Daily Self-Improvement Habit...| Unfiltered by MereCivilian
On 17th June 2024, I wrote my first life update on this blog with a promise to provide a weekly update. Well, that did not happen. I am extremely disappointed with myself. However, as my...| m.merecivilian.com
We have seen pop ups like this when we click on an Apple App store link using the Arc browser (also in other browsers):If, like me, you clicked on Always open "App Store", Arc will open all Apple App Store links in the App store. This may be exactly what...| Unfiltered by MereCivilian
Apple watch charging notifications are great and serve a very useful function, especially if you are wearing the watch for sleep tracking. However, in my current use case, I no longer need to worry about my Apple Watch's battery life and I am trying to reduce notifications on my iPhone....| Unfiltered by MereCivilian
Sometimes, we overlook the small things in life and only focus on the big ones. However, these small things can accumulate over time and create stress and tension. Our minds become preoccupied with the thought that if we can't handle the simple tasks, how can we achieve something significant? This...| Unfiltered by MereCivilian
A few weeks ago, both my wife and my son came down with the cold. To protect me, my wife slept in my son's room for a few days. During this time, I struggled to sleep. While browsing the Disney Plus catalogue, I discovered Murder on the Orient Express (2017)....| Unfiltered by MereCivilian