Collected Thoughts

The author presents a deeply personal narrative aimed at family and friends, intending to preserve his true self for them after his passing. He emphasizes authenticity over public acclaim, rejecting artifice in favor of a genuine portrayal of his character, flaws included. This introspective work serves as a self-portrait that captures the essence of his temperament and conditions, inviting readers to understand him as he truly is, rather than as a polished figure seeking admiration.