I haven’t been very active sharing my thoughts the last few years, I’ve been in the field with my head down working embodying the mantra “less talk, and more action” . That level of laser focus has brought forward many positive results but as the saying goes “great achievement is usually followed by great sacrifice” and my situation is no different, it’s not easy being away from the ones you love, the opportunity cost of time is real.

The magnitude of events which have transpired throughout 2020 has left me somewhat speechless. Seeing people I love and care for hurt and struggle hasn’t been easy, I’ve taken great inspiration from the strength showed by so many. As the leaves fall and we prepare for winter I’m reminded of the beauty that comes from letting things go, somethings are better left not carried.

Fear, doubt, indecision, stress, worry… are all very human emotions that we have within us, coming to grips with a global climate shift, social injustice, war, the Covid-19 pandemic all these things must be acknowledged.

It’s been a constant reminder all year to not take any day for granted and to live with gratitude. I wanted to take this moment to write this post to thank my friends, mentors and family who through the years have believed in the best of me. I definitely have many shortcomings, to many to list although I know there are many who wouldn’t mind naming them I’m sure.

I’m constantly learning, trying to find ways to improve, to get better and be a credit, not a debt to society. I’ve loved, loss, and have truly tried to live life to its fullest. I’ve embraced challenges and overcame obstacles I thought were once insurmountable. We never know what the future has around the corner, sudden change and the unknown can cause great distress and worry however for me the discomfort and power of those emotions has dissipated. I’m not wishing 2020 away, the chaos of life is an opportunity to get better, the opportunity to rise even if we fall.

I truly believe everything good in me is the result of the good influence, love and support of my friends, mentors and family. I’m grateful for you all more then you can imagine, this post is just a small thank you. The gifts you’ve already given me are life long, to many names to list you all already know who you are.

My love and gratitude always.

Best,

J