A vintage napkin from 10 years ago. Drawn for my daughters and put in their lunches to take to High School.
Seems a bit harsh, but there is a very real regret I know I feel when I think about what I could have done vs what I actually did do over the years. I think there has been a victory or two, so I won’t be ashamed to die. But, just in case anyone is inclined to tell me I shouldn’t be so hard on myself, don’t worry, I am not. I am just saying I sometimes wish I had done more.
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Drawing by Marty Coleman of The Napkin Dad Daily
Quote By Horace Mann, 1796-1859, American Education Reformer. My daughters’ first school was named Horace Mann Elementary in San Jose, California.
“Be ashamed to die before you have won some victory for humanity.” – Horace Mann
No pressure……
Define ‘victory for humanity’. Does supporting the livelihood of the local donut shop owner count?
When I was younger I use to think changing the world, showing my ‘important’ art all over would be my victory. Then I had a family and I realized raising my kids right was the best and truest victory I could be part of. So, if my kids are reading this, thanks for helping me get that little victory!
Not that I plan to die anytime soon. I have to wreak havoc with grandkids and great grandkids before I do that!
