I have a slight obsession with fixing things. I think it's just in my engineering blood. Beyond software and other little trinkets, I've also taken a penchant for old houses. I just bought an old home and the amount of simple things that can be "kintsugi'ed" is astronomical. The house is chock full of broken old stuff that can be made better with some love.

One cool example of the period charm is a "butler bell" in the dining room. I had never seen or heard of this concept before, but basically it's a rope/pulley system that rings a bell in the kitchen to notify your butler that you need him. That way, the butler can stay in the kitchen while the bourgeoisie feast in peace.