Rooftop view of Downtown Minneapolis shortly after Philander Castile was shot by a police officer 10 miles away.

I had a nice time last night — spent with friends as we enjoyed a whimsical performance by some talented folks — followed by light-hearted talk at a rooftop bar. I gazed at the amazing view of downtown Minneapolis while the vibrant street life unfolding below. I fiercely love this community that I call home.

I had a good night.

I awoke this morning to the news of another man’s passing — a truly senseless death — his name was Philando Castile and Minnesota was also his home.

He will no longer have nice nights.
He will no longer enjoy time with friends and family.
He will no longer experience the comfort of a community that he called home and likely fiercely loved.

Today, I’m profoundly sad — it’s not the first time — but this one really hurts hard.

I believe there’s a better way for all of us to live and enjoy this brief time that we share. Life is never easy, it’s frankly hard. It’s also the most remarkable event that will ever happen to us. It’s the struggle for a better future, not just for ourselves, but for everyone, that truly defines our place and time.

This struggle is called hope.

I’m heartbroken, but not deterred. I will continue to work hard to make hope happen for everyone because I love our community.

‪#‎PhilandoCastile‬

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To love America is to love all Americans. John Cena takes a break between dropping body slams to drop some truth – that patriotism is more than pride of country, it’s love beyond labels. While the vast majority of Americans consider themselves unprejudiced, many of us unintentionally make snap judgments about people based on what we see – whether it’s race, age, gender, religion, sexuality, or disability. The Love Has No Labels campaign challenges us to open our eyes to our implicit, or unconscious, bias at www.lovehasnolabels.com

The call to incorporate accessible design into a website can sometimes be met with resistance: it’s seen as an impediment to full functionality. That’s the wrong attitude — Designing for people with disabilities has in fact unlocked some of the world’s major innovations.

Source: The Biggest Driver of Innovation You’ve Never Heard Of | PwC

Duck Duck Purple Duck

In memory of Prince’s passing, “Duck Duck Gray Duck” shall be referred to as “Duck Duck Purple Duck” until further notice. Minnesota celebrates all forms of “Duck Duck” because we’re cool like that.

Duck Duck Purple Duck vs. Duck Duck Goose – 2016

A combination of virtual reality concepts and wearable technology offers a solution to that part of the exercise motivation game.

Source: Virtual Reality Exercise to Overtake Your Workout Routine | PSFK