One of the things that I really like about social media, particularly the WordPress community, is that whatever pursuit any blogger is in they are really immersed in it. Photography, cooking, writing, etc. It’s a joy to see. And moreover, I sense a sincere priority to make your writing as nuanced and tailored as possible across all subjects and genres.

That got me asking myself all last week if I am fully immersed in what I do. I admit even though I have goals and projects that I’m working on (pursuits, if you will), I’m never really sure if I’m devoting as much time to them that I could truly claim they are passions. On some days, it seems I am brushing over those pursuits with a large brush.

The only other place I’ve seen with this depth of immersion on chosen subject would be X (formerly Twitter). YouTube has to be a default mechanism for this or else no one would be on it.

But yes, I love how I can get alot of useful gems of knowledge from you guys that I read and I appreciate it. That’s why I also try and give back as much as I can in return.

One thing that I’ll be writing about is my desire to learn more about lighting in the sense of photography/videography. I realize that I have neglected this aspect for far too long and I need to have a better understanding of it for all the media I put on the site moving forward.

Another issue on my mind lately has been getting myself to start reading again now that all that legal estate paperwork is done. I’ve slowly started to watch TV again and have been reading my daily NY Post rundowns but I know that I need more rigorous material to get my hands on.

Lastly, and this is a major consideration, through my research on Tesla vehicles and battery power, I am considering the order of operations by which I will gradually establish a hybrid battery/state grid arrangement for my house. There are new products that are coming out for these goals. One such product is a stackable battery array that’s geared more for the residential consumer, a much more scaled down version of Tesla’s Megapack currently used for industrial applications. It’s from a company called Ecoflow and I am currently figuring out how I’ll go about financing this solution.

Here’s the video for it:

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22 responses to “Immersion, Precision, And Future Projects”

  1. MJ๐Ÿธ Avatar

    I know just what you mean! I have a few hobbies that Iโ€™ll be fully immersed in for a bit, then Iโ€™ll move on to another hobby. Like painting, or snapping pictures, reading hardcore then writing a bit. We are so fortunate to get to do many things huh?

    1. Michael Williams Avatar

      that’s such an awesome perspective MJ. too often, we don’t realize that the near default state of human existence is just trying to survive. the first humans were not focused on “plating” their food for aesthetic, if they could eat it – they just ate it, no seasoning no nothing ๐Ÿ˜€ lol

      so in that regard, i like your perspective and i’ll look at having these different pursuits as a unique blessing and not so much a curse ๐Ÿ™‚

  2. Willie Torres Jr. Avatar
    Willie Torres Jr.

    I can relate to this a lot. Sometimes I donโ€™t feel like I have any special gifts or talents compared to others. But I try to remember that whatever I do, even small things, I want to do it to Honor and Please God. That gives it meaning. ๐Ÿ™

    1. Michael Williams Avatar

      and you are doing a great job on it Willie. I’ve watched your videos on YouTube and I am inspired. You have a mission, a direction in which you want your social media to go. I am working out the creases to create the kind of cohesive social media direction you have.

      I liked how you talk about doing even small things for the honor of God and it gives me the idea that perhaps my journey should not only focus on destination but the scale of my own movement relative to the scale of movement my previous biases suggest I should have.

      1. Willie Torres Jr. Avatar
        Willie Torres Jr.

        Thank you so much. That truly means a lot to me. Iโ€™m honestly humbled by that. To be real, itโ€™s still nerve-wracking for me. I never thought Iโ€™d be doing live videos like that because of my insecurities. But God had other plans. Iโ€™ve learned thereโ€™s no shame when weโ€™re sharing Godโ€™s Word or doing the work He calls us to do.

        I really like what you said about focusing on the small, faithful steps. Sometimes itโ€™s not about the destination but just moving forward in faith, even if the steps seem small. Thatโ€™s where God works the most.

        I’m always here if you need anything …

        Be Safe, Be Well and Be Blessed…

        1. Michael Williams Avatar

          thanks Willie! have a great Friday!

          1. Willie Torres Jr. Avatar
            Willie Torres Jr.

            You as well…

            Be Safe, Be Well and Be Blessed…

  3. The.Daily.Christian Avatar

    Great read! โค๏ธ

    1. Michael Williams Avatar

      thank you!

      1. The.Daily.Christian Avatar

        โค๏ธ

  4. Scott Avatar

    Please, please accept this humble reader request: I’d love to hear what you discover regarding your home battery/grid research!

    In the meantime, have a wonderful week!

    1. Michael Williams Avatar

      will do Scott! the biggest constraint right now is getting financing for it as the starter unit sans control panel is already USD $5000 with tax. then there’s the issue with electrician installs and such. but the battery in the video is a mobile power solution – a massive plus!

  5. The Mindful Migraine Blog Avatar

    The family farm is half off-grid (the battery isn’t large enough and there are not enough solar panels to be completely stand-alone, so the house still draws on town power on overcast days) – it’s a big investment – keep researching and good luck!!

    1. Michael Williams Avatar

      so pleased to hear your real world experience! thank you ๐Ÿ™‚

      all of the videos shouting the pros of it are numerous on social media but like you say, there are considerations to be made. even people who use Tesla powerwalls have to have more than one – i believe there is a young family in Australia with a youtube channel documenting their lives using the Tesla powerwall.

      there has to be a decided scale down on both sides, house and battery expectations, I am starting to conclude!

      thanks again for the data point Linda! have a great day ๐Ÿ™‚

      1. The Mindful Migraine Blog Avatar

        My pleasure – we love the backup of being off-grid for when the mains go down (trees fall on the lines etc) – and it was set up so that the kitchen is connected at all times (so the fridge food doesn’t spoil in a blackout and you can cook dinner and there’s a few lights to help you find candles etc), it’s a great security blanket for somewhere that’s in the bush. Weirdly, I think I would be nervous to be totally offgrid (although the water is purely tank, and the toilet is septic so we almost are) – the idea that the batteries might fail and you’d lose everything, would be scary – nice to have a foot in both camps!

  6. Nancy Homlitas Avatar

    Very informative video of the EcoFlow review! Thanks for sharing it. The system being mobile and expandable is a big plus. Good luck deciding which system you choose for your house, Michael. ๐Ÿ™‚

    1. Michael Williams Avatar

      thanks Nancy! I figure I would document it here with you guys so everyone could see how I was proceeding with it. I’m really serious about hedging my bets when it comes to power contingencies especially as I’m on the tail end of my physical abilities and chopping/lifting firewood in the future may not be advisable.

  7. Edward Ortiz Avatar

    There is so much stuff to do that taking a little time to put some priorities on paper is worth it. You are so right about battery solutions. Iโ€™m looking at the Jackery home battery packs for my house. Tesla is way too expensive.

    1. Michael Williams Avatar

      fyi Edward, I have a Jackery Explorer 500. great unit, sturdy and has a secure battery housing (one of my main concerns). I’ve looked at their bigger packs and they all seem to be very well made. add in the pass through charging ability and they are a safe indoor light power system!

      1. Edward Ortiz Avatar

        Have you tried using the solar panel thatโ€™s available for the unit?

        1. Michael Williams Avatar

          I have not, but my friend has the solar panels for his bigger Jackery unit. I am not sure if they are the manufacturer’s brand but from what I saw it charged his battery at a slow pace without anything being charged on the ports!

          1. Edward Ortiz Avatar

            Interesting. Iโ€™m planning to get one this year, just for the fridge, well and the phones too, in case of a power outage.

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