June 1st, again, and if you think it through, it the last month of the first half of the year and we will soon to be half way of the entire 2024.

It has been a demanding season, filled with the complexities of juggling multiple projects, each demanding keen attention to detail and a steady nerve. The stress has been palpable, yet as we step into this new month, it offers a brief pause—a Saturday, if you will—to reflect on the half-year that has passed and the stretch still to come.

Looking back, the pressures of recent times have not only tested us but also brought growth. Our team has expanded, welcoming new faces and fresh energy, setting the stage for what I hope will be a robust second half of the year. Now, at the juncture of the second quarter’s close, it’s a moment not just to catch our breath but to assess what remains undone and strategize our approach to the remaining months.

But let’s not burden these days with overthought about what could have been or what must be done differently. Time, after all, is merely a marker, not a master. It’s a guidepost showing where we are, not a dictate of where we must go. As long as we are moving forward, the exact pace matters less than the direction.

And so, amid the whirl of work and deadlines, I find myself drawn more than ever to writing. It helps me to clarify my thoughts, to reflect on my origins, and to define my aspirations. This period, challenging as it is, reminds us that we learn as we go, adapting and growing with each new test and triumph. Let’s embrace this journey, with all its demands and rewards.