Wow nice work! I would be happy with that one too.
If anything the face is just a little too high. I wouldn't make the face perfectly centered because the eyes would be too low. Maybe bring it down the thickness, or half the thickness, of the black lines.
Just to be safe, that website says that it's free to use as long as it's attributed. So I'll do that now.
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"It is time!"
-Rafiki
It's on my TBR so I don't have an opinion yet. I do have a physical copy though. Most people think it's a good classic. I'm just sharing books because I think reading is important.
It's free so if you're curious you can read the first few pages and see if it's for you. :)
I only recently downloaded it but I'm fairly positive I'll enjoy it when I do read it.
I just thought other people would also like to read it.
I like it for what it offers, which is a daily stoic teaching.
It's very simple but if you want something to ease your mind in an approachable way I'd recommend it.
While most people will tell you to go to the original sources, if you are interested in Stoicism, I think reading this book is a nice "ritual".
You'd have to make your stride shorter in order to increase cadence.
Cadence is used as a guide in order to make sure your foot to strikes under your body in order to help prevent injuries.
Typically taking shorter steps leads to more steps per minute aka cadence. It's s better for your running form and easier on your body. Most things I have read say 170-180 steps per minute. Some running apps will have a cadence tracker or audible sound to follow.
Edit: You could also try a metronome app set to 170 beats per minute and try to match that. I think my natural cadence is around 162 so you may want to find what's best for you.
There is an idea that you should be able to walk 4 miles in about an hour before you begin running. This is to make sure that you are fit enough so you don't end up hurting yourself.
If you want to skip that idea, I had a lot of success with this app. It seems like a simple idea but it really does help. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jupli.run
Also, what is your cadence?
I've been lax on reading 1984 by George Orwell due to starting Epictetus: The Complete Works by Robin Waterfield. I like it so far, it's definitely a palate cleanser from the dystopian themes of '84.
I do have an anthology on poetry that I also sparingly read. I'll probably read one poem later tonight.
In the mornings I try to read the daily page from The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday but I don't always get around to it.
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I've never eaten one before this. I have a feeling it wasn't perfect but I thought it pretty good.
I usually only use this griddle for tortillas but I decided to try something different. This just a random "buttermilk pancake" recipe.
Second time making compote but first time using cast iron to do it.
I opted for enameled over seasoned due the lemon juice added. I knew it would take a while to reduce and didn't want the extra acid to break down seasoning on my other pans.
It worked well and tasted good. Less sweet and more tart than store bought preserves.
Used it on toast, pancakes and made some tarts in the oven.
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It's available for preorder!
If you know how difficult it was to get a new X100V and you're interested in the X100VI, it might be a good idea to preorder.
This is my first time making and eating this meal. It has a mild but pleasant flavor.
I carry a Leatherman Rebar when I know I'll need a few more tools in my pocket. It's only a few times a month but when I do it's indispensable.
The size is both small enough to fit comfortably in my pocket while be substantial enough to feel like a real tool. The tools I use the most are the pliers, Philips screw driver, and wire cutters.
This model locks the tools while they are open which I prefer but it lacks scissors, a replaceable bit driver and has, in my opinion, a light duty knife.
I've had this Zippo since early 2011. According to the markings it was made in August of 2010.
I don't always carry it but when I know I'm going to need a lighter it's what I use. I have other lighters around the house, for candles/starting the grill, but when I go out this one is in my pocket.
It was originally the matte black model but after more than a decade I decided to use acetone to remove the coating. It's now raw brass which I do like.
The only downside of this lighter is that the original insert will lose fluid over a few days. I did add a small piece of this plastic over the bottom of the insert to act as a gasket. It does improve the time it takes for the fluid to evaporate by about double.
I know there are flame and torch inserts but I prefer the simple mechanism of this. I've had other torch lighters in the past and they always seem to break. If something on this Zippo ever breaks I know I can repair it with a repair kit. I don't mind disposable lighters since they work well and serve a purpose but I enjoy the permanence of a Zippo.
I recently made myself a Midori inspired notebook. It's 5 oz veg tan leather that I dyed.
I received a new watch as a Christmas gift.
It's the Vaer S5 Tradition which originally came with a silicone and khaki nylon strap. Since I prefer nato straps, I swapped it for my old watch strap. It's a 40 mm case with sapphire crystal and screwdown crown. The lume is honestly better than I expected.
Haha I guess my comment wasn't worded very well. I meant to say to lower the icon a little bit. I honestly like both your versions but I think the mod might have decided to use the simple book one.