"The only actual serious matter is that we all arrive home safe at the end of the day - everything else is secondary... So long as we are safe, there is not a job in the entire world worth taking so seriously that we neglect to prioritize joy - or whimsy."
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6 Months in Turku
Hello! It’s been quite some time since I last wrote on astronomine; although, I think this is an artifact of positive changes in my life over the past while. In some ways things have become a lot more busy and hectic compared to when I started this blog, and in other ways it has become … Continue reading 6 Months in Turku
Batteries – Understanding the End
It’s been a while since I last wrote on here – life at Sandvik has been quite busy. For those who are new to astronomine, here’s an introduction: I’m Haley Blinn, a Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) Applications Engineer at Sandvik. I am 25 years old, and battery electric mining vehicles have been the backbone of … Continue reading Batteries – Understanding the End
Entry 35: House of Gold
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlNLiiAYvSg Ever since I was able to conceptualize the future, I knew that I wanted to make a difference in this world. I felt that that the most straightforward way to do this was through my career and the type of professional I hoped to become. This is why my career has always been my … Continue reading Entry 35: House of Gold
Week 34: Cinnamon
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4x7jORhJntM Cinnamon Music Video - Hayley Williams Today's blog is going to be a little bit different than my usual content; perhaps readers could take this as an opportunity to get to know me in a more casual way. I've chosen to dedicate some time writing thoughts I've had about a song I've been into … Continue reading Week 34: Cinnamon
Week 33: The State of BEV in Mining
The automotive industry is undergoing a technological renaissance - but I don't need to tell you that. We all have a buddy with a Tesla, or perhaps you are the buddy with a Tesla. Societal pressure influenced by the desire of a greener and sustainable future has led to the next generation of vehicle drivetrain. … Continue reading Week 33: The State of BEV in Mining
Week 32: I Think I am Pissed Off
"The moment I develop confidence, it's over for all of you" - Me, sometime in 2020. My favourite movies are the Ocean's trilogy - the quotes and themes from these movies always find a way to be relevant in a myriad of everyday situations. No, I do not rob banks or plan elaborate heists with … Continue reading Week 32: I Think I am Pissed Off
Week 31: Underground Tuesdays
Happy Wednesday everybody! I hope your week has progressed well so far. As like every week recently - this one has been sufficiently busy. Every day is different, which I suppose is to be expected when working in a maintenance department in a facility like ours. If the same things broke down in the same … Continue reading Week 31: Underground Tuesdays
Week 30: “What Good Looks Like”
Howdy everyone! It is October and I am thriving. I've always loved fall - I seem to be most myself on gloomy, cooler days. I've always detested summertime as I find it quite uncomfortable; I feel the most at ease when bundled up in sweaters and jackets. Additionally, the start of the school year is … Continue reading Week 30: “What Good Looks Like”
Week 29: Confidence (Reprise)
"All I ever wanted was to know what to do." - Dave Eggers I swear to every god I know that I did not plan this - I've actually been writing (and re-writing) this blog for about 2 months now. However, almost exactly a year ago (Sept 8th, 2020), I posted this blog titled Confidence. … Continue reading Week 29: Confidence (Reprise)
