Michael’s Journal

A quiet place for thoughts, tech, and reflections.
2025
Of Kings, Constitutions, and Parades

Of Kings, Constitutions, and Parades

Yesterday was a normal weekend day for me. I relaxed and played one of my favorite PC games. I also spent some time troubleshooting my Python weather bot — a little project I bu…

Killer Heat, 2024 - ★½ (contains spoilers)

Killer Heat, 2024 - ★½ (contains spoilers)

This review may contain spoilers. I liked the premise of the movie, but it didn’t feel like the right fit for Joseph Gordon-Levitt or Shailene Woodley—it just didn’t suit their us…

Happy 21st Birthday Landon!

Happy 21st Birthday Landon!

My Nephew Landon 🎉 Happy 21st Birthday to my nephew Landon! Enjoy your day, keep making us proud, and continue growing into the respectful man you're b…

The Accountant², 2025 - ★★★ (contains spoilers)

The Accountant², 2025 - ★★★ (contains spoilers)

This review may contain spoilers. The Accountant 2 wasn’t as good as the original, but it was still interesting. The real standout was J.K. Simmons, even though he only appeared a…

No Man’s Sky – Nearly 10 Years Later

No Man’s Sky – Nearly 10 Years Later

I saw that No Man’s Sky has released another update. I’ve been with this game since day one—I preordered it and even got the free bonus ship, which I still have to this day. Th…