Today is another WFH day while I wait for the client to decide what I am worth to them, or what exactly they are willing to pay the company I work for, for my services. Also had a Chiro appointment, I always feel great after going in. I hadn’t used this shirt for a while so I built for today I built an outfit around it. I love the colour in this suit. The rich Burgandy look luxurious and the Blue Windows pane in the PoW check adds some visual interest. I added my Olive Green overcoat and I think the dark colours go very well together. Any hooooooo Todays outfit consists of; Oxford Woolrich Oxford Mason Overcoat in Dark Olive M.J. Bale Lodato Suit in Burgundy Woven in Italy as a cotton, melange yarn with a Prince of Wales check Charles Tyrwhitt Cutaway Collar Poplin Check Shirt in Lemon OTAA Manarola Navy Tweed Striped Linen Necktie OTAA Shining Silver Tie Bar Gift from my wife of a Sky Blue Pocket Square with White Butterflies OTAA Wine Burgandy Textured Socks Dune London Samson Loafer in Burgandy White Howlite stone bracelet. SOTD - Mancera Red Tobacco WOTD - Monterey BlackTip GMT - Aka Alfred

There’s something timeless about a pale blue linen shirt under the Caribbean sun. Linen isn’t about looking pressed to perfection—it’s about embracing effortless elegance. The natural creases tell the story of a day well spent, whether you’re strolling Cancún’s beaches, enjoying lunch by the sea, or settling in for sunset cocktails. On the wrist is the new Citizen Eco-Drive Pepsi dive watch, proving that a capable tool watch doesn’t have to stay underwater to look at home. The vibrant blue-and-red bezel echoes the colors of the Caribbean, while its solar-powered movement means it’s always ready for the next adventure—no battery changes, no fuss. A Panama hat, classic sunglasses, a simple gold chain, and a reliable dive watch are all reminders that great style doesn’t need to be complicated. Choose quality pieces, wear them with confidence, and let the destination do the rest.

Tuesday OOTD. Meetings in El Paso today with contractors and distributors. Trying out a black and brown casual dress shoe today. - black performance polo with company logo - Black Buckly leather belt - Sand Slim fit Chinos - Black and brown hybrid dress shoe (new) - Garmin vivio Move classic watch face

Welcome to the "Dog Days of Summer"! For a lot of people it can put people in a sour mood. It's too hot, it's too hot to do this or that. Tempers get a bit flared. The same can happen in the winter to people as well. I just thought I'd share my personal journey through these types of days. I just left my primary care physician for my 3 month look over with Blood work, weight etc. All came out great. That isn't the point of this post. My doctor asked me a question: What else is going on in your life that you might want to discuss? I responded, I am Truly Blessed. So if my blood work and all of the things that pertain to my health (other than Mental) are in good shape, I am Perfect! He then said I love your attitude! He asked if I had a secret? I told him Every morning and every night, and sporadically throughout the day I stop and take a mental look around and count my blessings! I have my health, I have my family and their health, I have a roof over my head and I am able to feed myself and my family. What more do I need? This is what I consider "Smelling the roses". There will always be someone with "More" there will always be someone with "Less". But I am content! I still have an amazing drive to work and lead and guide my people everyday, but I am also content where my life has taken me and blessed to be around everyone in my daily life. So today's outfit is for smelling the roses!! Wishing you all a wonderful "Rose Smelling" Day!! OOTD: Blue/Black/White micro check shirt Tan Kahki's Brown/gold shadow stripe OTC dress socks Allen Edmonds Woven long wing derby's

Back in my office downtown, but secretly, got off more done at home yesterday that actually put me ahead of the week and will allow my to reach my monthly expectations of myself ahead of time. This morning I was getting out of my car and there is a lady the does tours of the historic downtown Memphis and especially the world renowned Beale Street Home of The Blues. As I was getting out of my vehicle, she was giving a tour to about 15 ladies and she noticed me and she said the the ladies , “ I want to introduce you to the most best dressed gentleman in downtown Memphis.” She asked me to come over and I was not just overwhelmed with her words, but also from the ladies that were present who continually gave me compliments and asked to take pictures with them and several mentioned they wished their husbands and boyfriends would dressed like me. Gentleman, I say this not to boast, but to encourage you that people do notice you and you would be surprised how refreshing you are to them because of what they see, deal with , and in some cases live with on a daily basis.