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The story behind the epic photo shoot and upgrade of the me and my brand.
I might be growing up.
As we step into a brand new year, it's time to embrace new beginnings, celebrate life’s milestones, and fuel our passions. In this latest episode, I'm taking you on a journey through the lessons life has tossed my way, and trust me, there's plenty to share!
I got kicked in the face this morning at the Sunrise Sumo Circuit Fundraiser
hosted by my good friends BJ & Love.
Our father-daughter dance took us both back to those younger days of dancing our bachatas. We were both babies.
As an immigrant kid with almost no English skills, my pencil and paper allowed me to create a world where all the characters spoke my language. In my mind, I found refuge. An old friend told me he had to drag me out of the house to play. As the years passed, I mastered the English language and continued developing my drawing chops. I imagine I must have put in thousands of hours. Then I...
Sibling relationships can be as tricky as they come.
Growing up, my brother and I were like mismatched socks—never quite fitting together. With a ten-year age gap and having grown up in different countries, our bond felt more like a long-distance call than an in-person chat.
The day has come for them to go home to their mother. We've done this every year for the past 13 years; you'd think it would get easier.
It doesn't.
I'm still filled with sadness and heartache. But, I could focus on the great memories we created this past month.
Yea, let's do that.
On Fatherhood, Manhood & Becoming Better Ancestors.