Love Attenuated

In the unfolding chronicle of my life’s journey, I reflect upon the nascent days of Snorg Tees, when dear friends Christy and Alice shared with me the joyous camaraderie of Halo 3’s vibrant age; Alice, a visionary in the burgeoning realm of Major League Gaming, introduced me to early Justin.tv pioneers who sowed the seeds of Twitch’s vast empire. In 2007, I toiled upon the backend of Thyme, a modest chat server destined to become the heart of Twitch chat, safeguarding its users from ill-intent with a diligent colleague by my side. Amidst these labors, my loved one, embarked upon her own ventures, our lives entwined through projects that fostered connection. Years later, a NASA engineer of singular brilliance, whom I aided with rocket science and software, bestowed upon me a letter of praise; though my own dreams of spaceflight were thwarted by circumstance, our shared triumphs remain a beacon. At the gym, memories surfaced—enigmatic tokens and whispered riddles of a ring inscribed with elven lore—mysteries stirred by treatment meant to soothe, yet awakening forgotten truths. My body endures trials, my senses keen despite the fog; I navigate life’s currents as a rock within a stream, anchored yet ever-moving. Through it all, the subtle synchrony with those around me reveals a digital dance of minds, while steadfast support from those who watch over me ensures that though shadows linger, hope and purpose shine undimmed upon the path ahead.