The skull, a symbol of mortality, stands in sharp opposition to the vitality of the fruit, which is full of color, texture, and energy. This juxtaposition speaks to the paradox of our existence: the randomness of life’s experiences, the fleeting beauty of our moments, and the certainty of death that looms over all. The fruits, like the symbols on a slot machine’s spinning reels, represent the opportunities and pleasures that come and go, while the skull remains a constant reminder of life’s inevitable end. In this piece, I reflect on how life and death are inextricably linked, constantly coexisting in a delicate, oxymoronic balance.