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This is kind of a rant so if that’s not your thing, sorry, please avoid.

But I’m so fucking tired of the insane wealth disparity in this area. I was born and raised here, and I’ve been trying so hard to get a job that pays a living wage after college. I have to scrimp and save to buy groceries. I’m wearing shoes that are torn up and spend every weekend at home or walking around parks because I can’t afford to do anything else.

And then, on the Caltrain today, I hear a lovely conversation. Two men, talking about their friends who “only earn one or two million a year”. Talking about how their sister bought some land in Atherton and is building a house now. Discussing their other friends who recently sold a company for tens of millions and now he doesn’t know what to do with himself. The men who were talking were clearly tech workers.

Fuck, man. I love my home. But it’s hard to live in a place with not just extreme wealth, but wealthy people who appear oblivious to the disparities around them. Anyways, if this resonates with anyone I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Hi all,

So this took me a total of 10 hours to clean up over a span of three days. Residents told me that these piles of trash have been here for more than a month and they were desperate for it to be cleaned up. I was glad I could help out a bit.

There was like a total of 60+ syringes, half of which were uncapped, so I had to be extremely careful. I always do what I can to ensure that people remain safe.

On Sunday, I unfortunately got robbed. Towards the end of the cleanup, a white male with curly hair and baseball cap swiped my GoPro on his bike and also appeared to try and get my phone from my hands but didn’t. I was taking some pictures for Oakland Public Works as I always do so I was distracted for a minute. What was incredible was a guy in a sedan saw it happen and tried to chase him down, but wasn’t able to because the biker quickly rode into the bushes on northbound Mandela Pkwy. I am appreciative for his help, nevertheless.

I am safe but a bit shaken. I did file an online police report to OPD, but honestly, given what I’ve heard about them from others, my expectations are almost zip. The serial number for the GoPro is C3474250333075 if anybody is curious.

I do feel defeated in a way again. As a result, I am planning to hold off on cleanups in Oakland until further notice at this time. I will using the time instead to work on some YouTube videos of my past cleanups and storm drain uncloggings (please consider subscribing!), and also a game that I’ve worked on and off the past few months. It’s a combination of Sim City 4, Stardew Valley, and a little bit of Minecraft.

I am also appreciative of the support I got from people. I unfortunately cannot accept donations at this time until I’ve spoken to HR at my workplace due to my security clearance and the work I am involved in. I am also touched by the people who mentioned my name in the documentary post. I am unfortunately not in the right mindset for that, but there are so many other nonprofits and individuals out there that deserve it way more. It would also be a great way for people including me to learn more about their work.

Anyhow sorry for the ramble. Stay safe you all. Peng

Stretches from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale and is nearly unbroken. Keep it up, Bay Area!!!

Walking the Peninsula from San Jose to San Francisco changed how I look at the Bay Area.

Most of this route follows corridors people use every day but never really see. I passed strip malls, creeks, old rail lines, tech campuses, and neighborhoods I’ve driven past for years without ever noticing. At 3 miles an hour, it feels like a completely different place.

Get out and enjoy the day!

Time Magazine had their own poll and nominated whoever the hell they wanted to nominate for person of the year...

The rest of the world spoke up and said that the Ukrainian soldiers deserve that role and I agree.

Here in the Bay Area, we had our own vote and the results were overwhelming...

ITS PENG BY A LANDSLIDE!!

Thank you for all you did for us in 2024 Peng, you're an inspiration and were lucky to have you inspiring us!