Symuality. A combination of Simulated + Reality with a twist on the spelling.

I came upon the name while searching for an internet identity. I wanted something original, but I also wanted it to mean something. I've always been curious about the idea of life being a simulated reality. Not that I necessarily believed it, but it was an interesting thought. Like we're characters in some cosmic game of The Sims, entertainment for a universe greater than ours.

I believe I landed on that name for a reason though. I've been guilty of being a "casual Christian" in the past. I'm trying to do better, to become a faith-with-fire sort of Christian. I say that to say: I know now that life is a simulated reality. God runs our "simulation". This is His Reality.

This is my space to think out loud. To explore ideas that might be half-baked, controversial, or just plain weird. No filter, no algorithm, no engagement metrics.

Most of what I write here will probably disappear into the void. Maybe that's the point. Sometimes the best thoughts emerge when you're not performing for an audience.

If you somehow found this place, welcome. Stick around if you want. Leave if you don't. The internet is vast and indifferent.

If you're looking for my real name, it's not hard and I'll save you the trouble. The internet is forever. My name is Ryan Dalton and I run a software studio outside of my normal 9-5 writing code.