Today’s Quote of the Day from The Sage offers a thoughtful take on shopping: “Most people go shopping to feel better. The wise go to find out what they can live without.” A humorous, reflective reminder that true contentment comes not from buying more, but from understanding what we no longer need.
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This Day in History: 2 December 1838 — The Boy and the Pewter Hoard
On 2 December 1838, sixteen-year-old David Leary stole 65lbs of pewter from London tradesman Uzziel Emarmel. Tried at the Old Bailey, he was found guilty and transported for ten years to Van Diemen’s Land. This retelling shows how a boy’s small theft led to exile across the world.
This Day in History: 1 December 1838 — The Servant, the Spoons and the Silver Basket
On 1 December 1838, servant Ludlow Tedder stole two silver spoons and a valuable bread-basket from her master, Fitzowen Skinner. Tried at the Old Bailey later that month, she was convicted and transported for ten years to Van Diemen’s Land. This retelling explores trust, temptation and punishment in Victorian London.
Quote of the Day: The Rain
In today’s Quote of the Day, The Sage offers a gentle reflection on rainy days: “A rainy day is just the sky reminding us to slow down before we leak as well.” A humorous yet meaningful reminder that storms are invitations to pause, release pressure, and care for ourselves before we become overwhelmed.
Advice of the Day: The Finger of Doom
The Sage issues a vital warning about the world’s oldest dad prank: never pull his finger. A cheeky “Advice of the Day” about survival, flatulence, and generational mischief.
This Day in History: 27 November 1843 — The Teapot and the Daylight Dragnet
On 27 November 1843, Londoner John Lee stood trial at the Old Bailey for stealing a silver tea-pot and sugar-basin from the home of a gentleman. Convicted and sentenced to seven years’ transportation, his story reveals how even domestic theft could result in exile in Victorian Britain.
Advice of the Day: Volume Control
The Sage shares his secret for surviving unclear conversations: just nod and hope for the best. A funny “Advice of the Day” about communication, misunderstanding, and accidental life commitments.
Quote of the Day: Budgeting
In today’s Quote of the Day, The Sage offers a gentle take on money and self-control: “Budgeting is simply telling your future self where today’s nonsense stopped.” A humorous and thoughtful reflection on spending, restraint, and why financial wisdom is really just kindness toward the person you’ll be tomorrow.
Quote of the Day: Certainty
Today’s Quote of the Day from The Sage explores the cost of certainty: “The more certain you become, the more housework your mind requires.” A witty and thoughtful reflection on how rigid beliefs demand constant mental effort, while curiosity and openness offer a lighter, freer path to understanding life and ourselves.
Advice of the Day: Dangerous Observations
The Sage reveals his most survival-focused advice yet: never tell your partner her diet isn’t working. A funny and dangerously relatable “Advice of the Day” on love, honesty, and self-preservation.
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