October 12, 2026 I am a dog person; I don’t like cats. And as an economist, I don’t think surprise presents are a good idea — the recipient's willingness to pay for the gift received is often below what the giver spent on it. A welfare loss. So, on one of our morning walks with … Continue reading San Diego: Margarita; Rachel; new blue monster; Not Too Old
We are settling into a routine here in New Delhi, although it isn't yet complete. Wake up around 05:30–06:00; dress in sports gear; drink juice and coffee (maybe a phone call to family); walk with Woland around the colony (30 min); back home for a maintenance workout; shower and get dressed; more coffee and work … Continue reading New Delhi: assimilation; monsters and demons; sailing with AI
February 9, 2023 I am writing from Suvarnabhumi international airport while waiting for my flight to Paris; it’s delayed. Almost one month has elapsed since I came back from Ecuador and, other than a short trip to Hua Hin (see last post), I've stayed put in Bangkok. My mobility has been even more limited; I haven't … Continue reading Bangkok: on my way; diet; updates from BEHEMOTH; Depardieu, Rumpf and Labatut
