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New to Rebuilding Rob? Start Your Journey Here.
Welcome to Rebuilding Rob. Whether you found me through a movie review or a search for grit, this is your roadmap. No glitz. Just the work. Start your journey through the four pillars of the 1,000-day rebuild here.
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The Magnitude of “Just Some Dude”
When a student chooses you as their “safe person,” it forces you to re-examine the “invisibility shield” you’ve been hiding behind. Exploring the realization that being “just some dude” is a luxury I can no longer afford, and why my 14-year blog archive might just be the most important legacy…
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No More Rearview Mirrors: Riding Shotgun with Kid 2
What happens when your “little kid” finally moves from the backseat to the passenger side? For a dad navigating the “shitty dad settlement” of divorce, these small shifts are massive victories. Today on Rebuilding Rob, I’m reflecting on the transition from “teleported milestones” to real-time connection. From the battle of…
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When the Hobby Has You: The Case Against Collecting
Is a hobby something you have, or is it something that has you? In this reflection, I’m taking a drastic departure from the usual collector’s mindset to explore why I’m stepping away from the pursuit of “catching ‘em all.” From the “O-ring dilemma” of 1980s G.I. Joes to the plateauing…
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Extra Innings: Grief, Baseball, and Old Friends
A half-day off, 74° weather, and a walk-off home run. But yesterday’s Tigers game was about more than just the box score. Sitting in a seat meant for a friend’s late father, I realized that some wins are delivered from the “front office upstairs.” A reflection on baseball, the long…
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From Veritech to Vanguard: The Evolution of an Alter Ego
Before I was a teacher or a blogger, I was Keith Logan—a badass Veritech pilot in an 80s RPG. Discover why this teenage alter ego was the perfect “safety valve” for my younger self, and how I eventually evolved from the aggression of a fighter pilot to the quiet, unshakeable…
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The Cruelest Way to Say It’s Over: The “Alpine Divorce”
I recently stumbled upon the “Alpine Divorce”—a breakup trend so cruel it sounds like a horror movie plot. Why are people luring their partners into the wilderness just to abandon them? Today, I’m looking at the sheer illogic of premeditated malice and why I’ll always choose the “Option C” of…
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The Math of the 26-Hour Day
Why 24 hours isn’t enough: A raw look at the daily grind of teaching, parenting from a distance, and the hard truths of assisted living. Exploring the “26-hour day” concept and why prioritizing peace is a non-negotiable part of the road to 1,000 days.
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Rob Reviews: Daredevil Born Again 2.6 “Requiem”
Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 6 Recap & Review: From Kingpin’s lethal breakdown to the massive return of Jessica Jones, I’m breaking down the latest episode beat-for-beat. We’re looking at the standoff between Karen Page and Bullseye, the political mirrors of the City Hall protests, and whether Matt Murdock…
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Rob’s Retro Review: Blade Runner (1982)
Is Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner (1982) a sci-fi masterpiece or a beautifully shot bore? In this RobReviews retro look-back, I take off the “2026 goggles” to examine the film’s iconic noir aesthetic, Rutger Hauer’s legendary performance, and why the “2019” of the past feels so different from the reality we…
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Someday is This Summer: A Wake-Up Call at 52
The news of actor Patrick Muldoon’s sudden passing at age 57 is a sobering wake-up call. Rebuilding Rob reflects on family history, the “67% chance,” and why a summer baseball road trip on I-95 is no longer just a plan, but a necessity for the journey to 1,000 days.
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