The author describes experiencing neck discomfort, particularly when looking upwards, likely because of their habit of not using a pillow since childhood. Influenced by their uncle, who believed pillows caused bad posture in children, and their own discomfort with high pillows at home, they avoided using them, leading to difficulty sleeping with a pillow. Upon visiting a hospital, they were diagnosed with cervical spondylosis due to long hours of desk work, showing bone spur growth in the vertebrae. The doctor recommended using a proper neck pillow, specifically a 300-yuan latex pillow, and advised playing badminton to strengthen neck muscles. The author also tried traditional Chinese medicine techniques, including acupuncture and moxibustion, which provided temporary relief but were painful. They purchased the recommended pillow and adjusted to using it. Reflecting on their condition, they suspect neck issues began in high school due to poor posture during study and rest periods.

The poem expresses a deep, steadfast love that is not about seeking personal glory or constant melodious distractions. Instead, it compares a true love to a kapok tree growing alongside another tree, sharing roots underground and leaves in the clouds. It portrays an equal partnership, sharing both hardships and beauty, and emphasizes an enduring connection that respects each other’s strengths and positions.

At night, while washing up, I heard the sound of fireworks outside the window and went to watch with great joy, discovering several children in the community setting off 'Gatling' fireworks by the river. I thought it would end after one round, but the children set off 10 at once, giving me a small fireworks shock.

The author reflects on their birthday and the wishes they secretly made. They recount a childhood memory of writing a letter to their 12-year-old self, questioning whether they survived the supposed apocalypse of 2012. The author feels disappointed that the world didn’t end as expected and never received the letter. They generally prefer to have a quiet birthday with a bit of indulgence. The main goal in life is to enjoy and be happy, rather than chasing high ambitions. They also share memorable birthdays at ages 10, 12, 18, 19, and 24, noting various celebrations and gifts, highlighting the joy they brought.

The author excitedly announces their marriage to Haley after persistent efforts. They promise to manage their farm well to ensure she doesn't suffer. The announcement humorously includes images of the proposal, with Haley accepting while still in bed.

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The author has not written for a while due to a monotonous routine and lack of notable events. Recently, they made a few purchases including an iPhone 15 Pro, lured by a significant price drop despite issues with their previous iPhone battery. They also bought an electric bike to cut commuting costs in Hangzhou, as driving expenses were significantly higher. Additionally, the author invested in a basic version of a Connext N4515 soft router for various software installations like Esxi, iKuai, and OpenWrt. In their leisure time, they've been engrossed in the game "Stardew Valley," despite real-life fatigue from work. Surprisingly, they found themselves deeply engaged in the farming and relationship dynamics within the game. The author mused about the peculiar joy found in the game's virtual farming life compared to their mundane daily grind. The post ends with a contemplative vignette about the game's appeal.

晚上下班取快递途中在小区一个偏僻角落的地板上发现了一束玫瑰花，拍出了凄美冰冷残酷的风格。

The user's blog frontend is hosted on Vercel, and the backend is deployed on a home broadband with a public IP from China Unicom, offering smooth access. However, due to Vercel's hosting, there are frequent access issues in mainland China. The user has to use technological means to browse the site. To address this, the user decided to add a CDN to the website. Among various providers, the user chose the free CDN from Upyun, which offers 15GB of monthly traffic, sufficient for the low-traffic blog. After configuring, the user tested the latency and was satisfied with the result.

The author describes their Friday morning experience encountering 'graupel,' a type of precipitation resembling snow but harder and more brittle. Faced with a frosty car, they ingeniously used a dust-cleaning gel lid to scrape the graupel off the windshield effectively. However, their commute was delayed by a 3-kilometer traffic jam caused by accidents involving accumulated graupel on a highway. Determined to avoid being late and losing their perfect attendance record, they switched to an alternative route and managed to clock in at 8:29 AM. The author humorously concludes with their dislike of traffic jams.