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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, 20256 Comments

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

A hand-drawn, black-and-white illustration of the words “NO PARKING” shown in large, bold, block letters. Each letter is outlined in dark pencil with a soft yellow shading inside, giving the text a slightly three-dimensional look.

No parking

November 24, 20252 Comments

My boomer take on lawless parking. And why I shouldn’t have an opinion at all. All in one 874-word rant on The Davis Daily.

Zoom in on a baseball resting on a field of grass. You can see the stitching in wavy lines wrapping around the ball. The grass is textured and scattered. But it’s all facing the same direction, leaning toward the right. The background is empty. It feels quiet and reflective. Will the ball be picked up or left alone?

What could have been

November 15, 20253 Comments

Regret versus redemption. In 239 words on The Davis Daily

This is a simple, continuous-line drawing of a person fishing from shore. The person is wearing a hat, a vest, and pants with pockets. They are holding a fishing rod with both hands, casting a line into the water. The fishing line curves downward before making contact with the surface, creating a small circular ripple. The shoreline is spotted with a few patches of grass and a small bag or tackle box near the angler’s feet.

One last cast

March 15, 20256 Comments

Here’s the thing about fishing and life. In 418 words on The Davis Daily.

This is a simple black-and-white sketch of an elephant standing in profile facing left. The elephant has a large, rounded body, big floppy ears, and a long, curved trunk that hangs just above the ground. Its tusks are short and curved upwards. A thick rope is tied around the elephant’s back right leg. The other end of the rope is tied tightly to a small stake driven into the ground near the elephant’s foot.

The thing about elephant ropes

October 16, 202410 Comments

How to unlearn learned helplessness: three true tales of self-limiting beliefs In 999 words on The Davis Daily.

This image is a simple line drawing of a cannabis leaf. The leaf features seven distinct, pointed leaflets arranged in a fan shape, with each leaflet having serrated edges. The leaflets taper to a sharp point at the end, with the central leaflet being the longest. The drawing is primarily outlined in a fine, black line, with subtle green shading that adds a bit of depth to the otherwise minimalistic design.

Going, going, ganja: why quit weed

August 18, 2024June 20, 20256 Comments

If weed isn’t addictive, why’s it so sticky-icky? Read 833 words about addiction and living life on your own terms.

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