Standard Issue No. 1 (Natty Chromexcel)

Who’s Huv’s?

Did you know, I have a full time job?

Have you realized we are a Family of 5? Oldest is turning 5?

Did you realize I’ve been keeping this thing alive, when there are so many priorities that come before this Dream? That despite it being 4 or 5 on my list daily, I’ve managed to keep it going? My paychecks alone don’t get the bills paid, let alone fund a leather business. But I continue anyway.

I’ve gotten it to this point without much support or enthusiasm. No one took this serious or thought it would grow to what it’s become. Hell, I kept my expectations to minimum myself, but I think inside I always knew.

The fact is, my views and my circumstances have never dictated how anyone has viewed my work. I committed to forging those emotions and feelings into my work, rather than wear it on my sleeve.

Over 10k people decided they’d like seeing my work show on their timelines, without me ever giving much about me.

But now I think my story is worth sharing. Not for how I’m viewed, but for what it takes to pull something from yourself and present it to the world.
What it takes to pursue something you feel passionate about, through pure will and determination. Without influencing people’s emotions to draw them in.

To get to this point without you having to know any of that, has finally made me realize a new confidence in where this thing is going. To make it to this point without me being the spotlight, is a testament to my work and my vision.

I hope that ignites the fire for someone to pursue whatever it is burning inside of them, unafraid.

Happy Sunday, lose track of time with your kids today and say hi to your neighbor.

Thank You for being here!