Artist and a Writer

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What are you most proud of in your life?

I thought I should do a lot of psychedelics and do drugs, to be like Timothy Leary or drink and be like Ernest Hemingway. Perhaps I could be freed from the burden of the rules of society and be an edgy artist or writer who has street cred by abandoning the Establishment.

Hah.

I was just a happy hour drinker who kept on drinking until the lights flashed at last call.

But I stopped drinking and thought about how I could leave a legacy behind me that didn’t involve the authorities or broken promises.

I started journaling in my pocket notebook about my life in San Francisco as a Transit Operator and kept at it without looking back.

The most important part of the whole process was seeing the Ingram barcode on the lower right hand corner of the back of my first published book!

Every time I see a KDP email from Amazon saying that I have a new royalty payment I smile,

https://www.amazon.com/Dao-Doug-Trolleybus-Happy-Destiny-ebook/dp/B0BNN6PZSG

Published by driverdoug2002

I'm a self-published author with A Bus Driver's Perspective with several themes-- Self-Help and Personal Development: Recurring topics on personal growth and finding happiness, making it relatable to readers seeking improvement in their lives, even with the mundane duties of driving a city bus. Memoir and Anecdotal Essays: Capturing personal stories and reflections that resonate with readers on a personal level. Mindfulness and Zen Philosophy: Emphasizing the pursuit of Zen in everyday distractions, appealing to those interested in mindfulness practices. Transportation and Urban Lifestyle: Highlights the unique interactions and experiences of bus driving in a dense urban environment, connecting with city dwellers and commuters.

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