Looks like the author removed that phrase eventually, I can't find it.

Yes, my post was collapsed on Hacker News (disappeared suddenly from #1), which led me to think about whether I wrote something inappropriate for the times. I don't find it shameful, but it might not be suitable for the majority of readers to view.

While I understand why you'd remove it, I appreciate the initial inclusion. It's humanizing and genuine. Cool post even without it!