After careful consideration, I decided to close my Etsy shop this afternoon.

I started Discovering BTS approximately two years ago, selling 4″ X 6″ fanart prints of all the members of BTS, and signed copies of my book, Discovering BTS: an unexpected journey. The shop did very well and received five-star reviews from my all my customers. But this year things ground to a halt, so I placed it in vacation mode (took a hiatus) for several months. Several friends said, sometimes it helps to take a break, and I was okay with that…

I stumbled upon this beautiful new bird on YouTube and am now a subscriber to Korean Birder. I had never heard of this species, so was delighted to learn about it. Korean Birder gathered some fine footage in a park in South Korean over a span of three days, including a hilarious segment of a magpie’s avid interest. Seems it was a first for the magpie, the photographer, and me…

I keep believing I have a decent grasp on cosmology, only to discover that my knowledge is no longer viable. But I guess it’s comforting knowing that I’m not alone in this. In fact, as far as understanding is concerned, Brian and I might as well be next door neighbors. Party at my house, everyone. BYOT, please – Bring Your Own Theories!