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This is a simple line drawing of a fuel gauge. It’s a half circle with notches indicating full, three-quarters full, half-full, one-quarter full, and empty. An arrow hangs from the middle of the gauge. It points at the lowest notch in the gauge, indicating an empty tank.

An all-time low

February 2, 20262 Comments

The curse of self-awareness: one man’s confession about his mental well-being in 864 words on The Davis Daily.

This is a drawing of a human hand. The hand is shown from the side, wrist tapering down and out of frame. The thumb and index finger are held close together in a pinching gesture, as if indicating a very small amount. The middle finger is slightly bent behind them, while the ring finger and pinky curve inward toward the palm. Fine, short line marks suggest wrinkles, knuckles, and skin texture along the fingers and the back of the hand.

No more playing small

January 22, 20261 Comment

Why play small when you can live as large as your dreams? Read 455 words about believing in yourself.

This is a flat, black-and-whilte line drawing of a person. The drawing is one continuous line, never breaking to draw another part of the person’s body. They have their back to you with their arms raised over their head. Each hand rests upon the top of the person’s head. It’s as though they are in disbelief. Or like they’re shocked, having come to some sort of deep realization.

Always in my way

December 23, 2025December 23, 20252 Comments

The moment I realized the problem was me: 454 words about being in my own way.

This is a minimalist black-and-white line drawing of a balance scale or seesaw. A long, thin horizontal plank rests on a triangular fulcrum in the centre. The plank is slightly tilted, with the left side raised and the right side lowered, suggesting imbalance. Small motion lines appear near both ends of the plank, implying gentle wobbling or instability. The triangular base sits firmly beneath the centre point, with stress lines along the edges from the weight of the plank.

In moderation

December 18, 20251 Comment

A search for the sweet spot: the clichés of living life in moderation. In 334 words on The Davis Daily.

This is a simple black-and-white line drawing of a maple seed (often called a helicopter, whirlybird, or maple key) falling from the sky. Two thin, elongated wings extend outward in a wide V shape from a small central joint. Each wing is slightly curved and uneven, with fine, vein-like lines sketched along their length to add texture. The wings taper toward rounded tips, while the centre narrows into a short, thin stem that hangs downward.

Twirlybirds

December 16, 20253 Comments

A lesson from Grandma Rose about simple pleasures and being intentional with your joy. In 535 words on The Davis Daily.

A simple black-and-white line drawing of a stick figure standing alone on a blank background. The figure’s body is made of thin, straight lines, with small oval shapes for feet. Its head is a round circle with short, spiky hair drawn as a few quick lines. The figure’s facial expression looks anxious or uncertain, with raised eyebrows, wide eyes, and a slightly open mouth turned downward. One hand is touching the side of its head while the other hand is lifted outward in a confused gesture. Above the figure’s head is a large, cloud-shaped thought bubble, suggesting they’re deep in thought or worried.

Think better

December 8, 20253 Comments

Did versus did not: how to battle your brain’s instinct to see bad before good. Read 298 words on The Davis Daily.

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