Quick question for the group. Do you use a regular iron for your clothes or do you use a steamer? I've used a steamer in the past but was never thrilled with the lines I got out of it. If you have a recommendation for your favorites I'd love to see them.

Let’s talk timepieces — or the lack of them. Some guys swear by a good watch. From rugged field watches and tool chronographs to sleek dress pieces and vintage heirlooms — it’s a timeless (pun intended) part of men’s style. But let’s be honest — not everyone wears watches. Some find them uncomfortable. Others prefer to keep their wrists bare or feel like they don’t match their aesthetic. So here’s what I want to know: - What type of watch do you wear, and why? (Digital? Mechanical? Smartwatch? Minimalist? Bold statement?) - If you don’t wear a watch, what’s your reason? Is it comfort, style, practicality, or just preference? - Do you have a go-to alternative accessory?(Examples: Leather bracelet, beaded wristwear, signet rings, smart rings, neck chains, pocket watches, etc.) - Is the watch still relevant, or has it become optional in modern men’s style?

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It is a wonderful feeling to see your children succeed in their ambitions. I have written before about my eldest boy entering a welding program in the fall. I am very proud and happy he has found something he is passionate about. Yesterday, my youngest, only 16, completed his first solo flight. He has been taking lessons for over a year now and has over 45 hours in the air. Yesterday, I watched him take off and land twice, solo, in a narrow, short field runway (42b). To put into perspective, he is currently taking drivers Ed and has been behind the wheel of a car about 5 times. Yesterday, his shirt was cut off (a long standing tradition when a pilot completes their first solo) and I couldn’t be more proud He sits for his FAA written exam in about 2 weeks.

Is it just me, or do some of us have a lifelong aversion to wearing shorts? I’ve never liked them—unless I’m in the water. I think I picked it up from my father, who I don’t think I ever saw in a pair. For me, shorts just feel… off. Uncomfortable. Like I’m dressed for the wrong occasion, even when it’s blazing outside. Anyone else in the long-pants-all-summer club? Or am I alone in this heatwave rebellion?