{"product_id":"the-common-sense-cowboys-guide-to-life-stories-from-the-old-guy-at-the-end-of-the-bar-9781630063351","title":"The Common Sense Cowboy's Guide to Life: Stories from the Old Guy at the End of the Bar","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Never discount an old man in a profession where people tend to die young. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis book has more wisdom in it than any four year degree.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e--CARL HIGBIE, host of NEWSMAX \u003ci\u003eCarl Higbie Frontline \u003c\/i\u003eand retired Navy SEAL\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHEN YOU'RE RUNNING OUT OF SUNSETS, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDON'T WASTE THE SUNRISES YOU HAVE LEFT.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatrick \"The Common Sense Cowboy\" Dorinson welcomes you to hop on the stool next to him for 70 years of life stories, a coupla insights, and maybe even a laugh or two from the old guy at the end of the bar. Whether your poison is a fresh, cold beer, a shot of whiskey, or maybe just a soda water and lime, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTHE COMMON SENSE COWBOY'S GUIDE TO LIFE \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ewill shed new light on the ups and downs we all go through together across this glorious nation of ours. In the vein of such modern classics as \u003ci\u003eChicken Soup \u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003efor the Soul \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eTuesdays With Morrie\u003c\/i\u003e, this book will hopefully lend a little extra guidance during these tumultuous days to those seeking it . . . along with some relatable tales of faith, failure, redemption, and enduring passion for being the best version of oneself possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE COMMON SENSE COWBOY'S 12 RULES FOR LIFE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe secret to a long life is getting up every day with a purpose. Young or old, working or retired, everyone needs a purpose so find yours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever betray trust, because trust is like virginity. Once lost, it's impossible to get back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEverything breaks sooner or later. So, learn how to fix things.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe measure of a man is when he does the right thing even when no one is watching. If you do the wrong thing and nobody saw you do it, it is still wrong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon't waste time thinking about what might have been. Put the \"might have beens\" in the same trash can reserved for the \"wouldas\", the \"shouldas\" and the \"couldas\". Then get busy with the \"doin\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fancy education might gain you some knowledge, but only hard life experiences will gain you wisdom. A PhD won't help you fix a flat tire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe wary of the person who tells you they can get you a burger and fries for nothing. There is no free lunch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour word is your bond, and your handshake seals the deal. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you shake hands with a politician, be sure to count your fingers when you let go to make sure you still have all five. (See above)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon't pray for things. The Almighty is not Amazon or Costco and faith delivers salvation and comfort not packages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is right and there is wrong. There are no loopholes and the only thing in between are excuses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Good Lord gave us each a certain number of seconds, minutes, hours and days, but he didn't give us our expiration date. Use your time wisely and live life to the fullest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIT'S TIME TO COWBOY UP AND START RIDIN' FENCES!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Patrick Dorinson\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Humanix Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/03\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.95lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.60h x 5.70w x 1.00d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781630063351","brand":"Humanix Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45361602986121,"sku":"9781630063351","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/9240\/6921\/files\/img_4e4d1c2e-cb88-465e-8c63-d403a4b46f3e.jpg?v=1773171127","url":"https:\/\/sonsanddaughtersbooks.com\/products\/the-common-sense-cowboys-guide-to-life-stories-from-the-old-guy-at-the-end-of-the-bar-9781630063351","provider":"Sons and Daughters Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}