TBV Ardent, picked this up at Olfactory for $155. Reminds me of ATH Onyx without the explosive projection and sillage.

Hey y'all, I'm still here, was studying like crazy for the sgt exams, got hurt from a apartment fire which became a rescue for someone trapped inside which my partner and I rescued and remove the victim from the fire. Getting my health was top priority, smoke inhalation was no joke but def got my interest in smoke scented fragrances hahahah but feels great we got the elderly female out of the apartment. Shes okay and the department is commendating my partner and i for bravery and honorable mentioned for our selfless act and took our picture to show that no matter what, we'll go above and beyond to preserve life. However January and February were busy months, now March is gonna get me swamped because I got a interview with a unit within my department which specializes in counter-terrorism so excited for that. Anyway got some new frags and got rid of some for trades and got a plug for my fragrances. New frags is lattafa musamam black intense, rayhaan terra, the brand new not released yet ocean noir parfum by Michael malul, and let me just say it is better then the edp. Also grabbed Game of spades all-in and afnan 9pm night out. Will give my reviews shortly for it. Also what should I wear for the interview.

Trying out another option by going with Reyanne Insurrection Wild II and Amouroud Lunar Vetiver. Clean Vetiver and smooth leather. Let’s see how it goes.

“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” -- Steve Jobs, late Founder and CEO of Apple A master perfumer doesn’t just mix ingredients, they chase emotion. Just as Steve Jobs obsessed over the invisible details inside an iPhone, a fragrance creator obsesses over the unseen architecture of a scent: the top notes that spark curiosity, the heart that tells the story, and the base that lingers in memory. Great fragrances, like great products, aren’t made for everyone. They’re made with conviction. They challenge trends. They create identity. They make people feel something before they can explain it. When passion leads the process, whether in technology or in scent, the result isn’t just functional. It’s unforgettable. Keep moving forward and #EnjoytheJourney

"We are like writers, I would never want to see one of my 'draft copies' on the market." -- Julien Rasquinet, Master Perfumer Just like a writer who doesn’t publish their first rough drafts, you are constantly editing, revising, and improving upon yourself. Your current struggles, mistakes, and imperfections are part of your “draft stage,” not your final version. Oh how glorious the final product will be... One day at a time guys, and #EnjoytheJourney