Cutlass Velo

This might be a weird post but that’s okay.

This has been my morning routine for the last 5 weeks.

If you count- you’ll see I’ve only written 24 lines.

I don’t write it on weekends. By default they are typically peaceful (I feel very fortunate for that).

I didn’t write it on my birthday, which was on a weekday, because I was in a hurry to get out the door for breakfast with some friends. Yet somehow the practice had proven that it’s working even without writing it down.

Seeking peace within my brain has been a daily practice.
This practice has invited me into spaces within myself that I had forgotten.

There have been mornings where I will start to write Today Will Be My Peaceful Day but suddenly a flash bang of wanting nothing but destruction and chaos stops me. I won’t complete the sentence until I’ve processed the moment because I want to truly understand intention.

This has bled into my business and work mind as well.

I can’t control the chaos of the industry.

But I can control what happens within the walls of my studio.

I get to work on equipment that helps get people through their daily struggles, participate in races, and take them places mentally and physically that keeps them hungry for more.

I can foster priceless relationships.

I can solve real problems.

I can inspire clients, friends, and colleagues.

This message is for my industry friends that are struggling. I know there are a lot of us.

Take some time out of your day to take care of yourself.

The work will still be there.
The industry will still make decisions that don’t make sense.
The clients and customers want you to be well.

And so do I.

I'm 42 years old today.

So I'm treating myself to building up this beautiful for

I've been quiet lately on social media. It feels both tone-deaf and kinda pointless with everything going on.

I've also been quite busy both in the shop and working through a lot of personal stuff. I've truly never felt better in my life.

And that's a pretty good birthday gift.