Danny MacAskill - "Way Back Home"

A job would tell this guy he was wasting his time. But we know better...

A Grand View

Just turned 51 last week and I have a few observations:

• Being "over the hill" scares me less and less each year. I'm in great shape - possibly the best in my life - and am learning that fitness goes far beyond my body. I'm far more optimistic, energetic, open, and creative than I can remember ever being. But life isn't necessarily any easier...
• In honesty resides tremendous strength. Fitness and age allow me to more openly share who I am - with much less fear.
• I wouldn't trade 51 years for 9, 13, 17, 21 or even 25. There is way too much confusion in youth. I find a certain peace in being who I am and resting in my experience.

The view from 51 is truly grand. And I believe 52 will be even better.

Beyond Imagination

When Randy Couture fights at 46, I feel empowered. Like, "I'm still alive" at 50. When he beats skilled kids 15 years younger, I realize I'm nothing like him. He's special in a way I can't imagine. Nevertheless, his effort and victory inspire me to reach beyond what a normal 50 year old should. 

Here's to Mr Couture...and to believing beyond imagination.

"...Walk the Earth, meet People...Get Into Adventures"

Jules: I'll just walk the earth.
Vincent: What'cha mean walk the earth?
Jules: You know, walk the earth, meet people... get into adventures. Like Caine from "Kung Fu."

One of my all-time favorite movies is Pulp Fiction. For many reasons - dialog chief among them - I watch this movie again and again. But what's most engaging about Pulp Fiction is adventure; primarily the tale of two Samurai engaged in life's adventure.

And so it begins. My story will not be an historic rendition of Samurai warriors of old, nor will this Samurai's tale be anything like that told in Pulp Fiction. But it is truly the story of a modern day Samurai.