Links From the Week of 10-25-2026

Links Posted to Thoughts The Week of 10-25-2026 There were 2 links posted this week. 10/30/2026 @12:37 Mr. Yuk - Penny ArcadeGabe: I mean it makes me want to eat their throat, like a jackal.The last panel is just chef's kiss. 10/26/2026 @12:58 Why My Dad Didn’t Have a Cell Phone - Jim Nielsen’s BlogSo many of the messenger apps on my phone are other people laying claim to my time and attention.It reminds me of an interaction I had with my Dad years ago.[...]One night at family dinner I asked, “Dad, why don’t you have a cell phone?”His response?“Why would I want to allow other people to contact me whenever they want?”I don't know why this isn't more obvious but if you need to hear this, it is OK to turn off notifications, uninstall bothersome apps, and unsubscribe from services that aren't providing you with value commensurate with their costs (including your time and attention). I wrote a whole blog post about this last year.You are in charge of the computer, not the other way around.…