Hi, I'm Oliver.

Coffee enthusiast with a love for all things tech. Tech enthusiast with a love for all things coffee. Failing my Bachelor's in Computer Science at USW.

Who we used to be

Dear friend

I always said I should write more often. I regret that it's not under happier circumstances but, hey, what am I if not consistently inconsistent?

Sunday, 23 November 2025 · 2 min · Oliver

Posterity

Dear friend

I don't blog as often as I should. One of my biggest outlets that I used during difficult times, a place to call my own and know that you would be here listening. Slightly judging, frustrated perhaps, but always listening. It's unfortunate that I cut back on this, knowing that it's a healthy expression. At least, I'd like to hope it is.

Friday, 21 November 2025 · 1 min · Oliver

This time is different

Dear friend

In 2012, I wrote a blog post in which I talked about entering a new chapter of my life. I had just graduated college and was about to begin my journey as a freshman uni student. Of course at the time, I didn't know I'd be dropping out for personal reasons. However, I did meet some fun people and I learned a few things. After I dropped out, I always told myself I'd go back eventually - and I was right. I did.

Thursday, 02 October 2025 · 3 min · Oliver

This home matters

Dear friend

I've struggled with mental health issues since my teenage years. It has been a constant uphill battle, ever-fighting against the torrent of stress and anxiety and depression; for the longest time, I did not fear death.

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Sunday, 16 March 2025 · 1 min · Oliver

I might be a student again

Dear friend

I went to university about 11-12 years ago. It was a good time, met some people, and learned a few things. However during my second year, I reached a point in my mental health which forced me to withdraw from my course.

I'm going back.

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Wednesday, 17 July 2024 · 1 min · Oliver