07/31/2020
"I wanted a proper DSLR camera for years, and after adopting a puppy early into the pandemic, it seemed like an appropriate time. The most interesting thing I learned was a steady hand goes a long way. Now, every time I leave the house I'm thinking about the camera and making sure I capture all of life's events (especially the growth of the puppy) through a more sophisticated lens. Memories are great in and of themselves, but I also love trying to capture 'a picture worth a thousand words.'
I actually bought the bike while 'quarantined' two winters ago with a double fracture in my left leg. The bike laid around in parts until the pandemic hit, when I decided it was finally time to put the thing together. Despite how simple a machine a bike seems to be, working on one is not quite as easy as you might assume. The most frustrating part is taking it apart and reassembling the chain. Building a bike from parts reminded me how much I appreciate mechanical/hands-on type of work. Troubleshooting something like that is as much physical as it is mental, which was refreshing. Also, building a fixed gear bike opens the door to velodrome racing for me, and also has introduced me to a new network of cyclists in the St. Louis cycling scene."
Wesley Hastings, Account Executive, 2e
During the next few weeks, we'll be sharing stories of our "Curious Seekers" and the personal endeavors and hobbies learned while social distancing due to COVID-19. Stay tuned for more stories, insights, and inspiration as we navigate this uncertain time.