I read something the other day that stopped me in my tracks: “The greatest use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it.” That line hit me. Because it made me ask — what’s my life sentence? Not the kind a judge gives you… the kind that defines you. If your whole life had to be summed up in one sentence, what would it say? That’s a heavy question. Most people avoid it. But think about it — one day, your story will be told in a few words. People will stand around, maybe over a few beers or at your funeral, and someone will say, “He was…” or “She was…”What comes next? If you don’t know yet, start living with intention. Because when that day comes, you don’t want people wondering what you stood for. Your life is your legacy. Every day you get a chance to write a few more words of your sentence. You get to decide what people remember so here’s the challenge — ask yourself every morning: Was I better today than yesterday? Because improvement is purpose. Legacy isn’t something you leave behind — it’s something you build in real time through your actions, your words, and the way you make people feel. Some people bring happiness wherever they go. Others bring it whenever they leave. You get to decide which one you’ll be. At the end of it all, your legacy will be built on purpose, encouragement, and love. You won’t live forever, but the impact you make right now — that’s what will outlast you. So I’ll ask you again…What’s your life sentence?

I love a success story, but even more than a success story; I like a dude who f**ks his life up and gets his life together again story.

“A true friend is the one who sees the pain in your eyes while everyone else believes your smile.” Knowing who your friends are when your in need is always a good thing.

Photography and Football: Leaning on Your Teammates Football is more than just plays and scores — it’s about trusting the person beside you. When the pressure mounts, you lean on your teammates. You know they’ve got your back, and together you push forward. Photography mirrors that same lesson. Behind the camera, I’ve learned that the strongest images come from connection — the trust between teammates, families, and communities. Just like football, life isn’t meant to be faced alone. There will be days when the weight feels too heavy. That’s when leaning on your team — whether on the field, in the firehall, or in everyday life — makes all the difference. Together, we carry the load. Together, we win the battles.