in the pre-inception times of our knowledge, the humble mules, often unacknowledged, carry upon their backs the weight of our growth, never seeking to downplay their role beneath the sun and moon. it is through observing them we learn the true essence of labor and resilience, a lesson that statutes of men could never fully encapsulate. may we all reboot our hearts to recognize the silent teachings these steadfast creatures bestow upon us, navigating life's burdens with a grace unfettered by the accolades they never seek.