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A black and white hand-drawn sketch of a rugged work boot. The boot features a thick, treaded sole for durability and traction. The upper part of the boot includes detailed stitching and metal eyelets, which the laces are threaded through. The boot's collar is padded for added comfort, and there is a small loop at the back of the collar, likely used for pulling the boot on. The drawing is minimalistic but captures the characteristics of a heavy-duty work boot, symbolizing toughness and practicality.

A no bullshit approach to living and working

July 21, 20244 Comments

The Blue-Collar Method™ is a practical philosophy on life, work, and living well. Summed up in 645 words on The Davis Daily.

An hourglass shows the sands of time running out. Only a quarter of the sand remains within the top section of the hourglass. Three-quarters of the sand has piled up within the bottom section. The sand piles are shaped like teardrops. Mirroring each other and connected by a thin line of sand, like hands of death and life reaching for each other. The hourglass is held upright within a container. The top of the container is a layer of four flat bases, each one smaller in diameter than the other, creating a step-like platform. The bottom of the container is the same construction and shape as the top. The sides of the container are two pillars. Ornate in design but misshapen, as if reflecting life’s imperfections.

‘This’ is all temporary

April 13, 202410 Comments

How Stoicism reminds you to live in the moment. In 289 words on The Davis Daily.

A monstrous tidal wave curls over a turbulent sea. The wave’s tip is like a hand reaching forward. The water below is helpless against the unstoppable surge. Some call it fate.

Resistentia amor fati

September 3, 2023September 3, 202316 Comments

109 words about purpose, fulfilment, and the futile push back against fate | The Davis Daily

The Grim Reaper (also known as Death) stands in frame. The Reaper is wearing a hooded cloak. The hood is pulled over its head. A deep, black shadow hides its face. The Reaper is holding a scythe with a long brown shaft. There's a small chip along the lower edge of the claw-shaped blade. The Reaper’s body is angled to the right but its head is turned to the left. Death waits for somebody.

How to win a race against Death

August 7, 202310 Comments

Let the Reaper wait at the finish line. Read 242 words about getting the most out of your time alive.

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