Now growing the node network is next. I love reading about how fast lighting is taking off. Its momentum is extraordinary.

I agree. I also do not believe that a CBDC has enough benefit for a country to like America. For now it seems to be better suited for communist countries like China.

After I make a buy, it is moved to lightning and then to my cold storage. Not sure how anonymous it makes me but seems like it should help. I know they can see that I bought, but also looks like I made a purchase or sold.

That is a great feature. I have been torn between Ledger, Trezor and ColdCard. I only hold BTC but also own NFTs on Eth chain.

Gift cards are great. I work with many companies that give them to their employees as a non taxable bonus. Offering it as a Bitcoin gift card is more versatile and will expose more people to the wonderful lighting network.