Skating is like… Birding
October 28, 2025
“Both skating and birdwatching make you look at the world differently—really look at it—scan it, assess it, prize its overlooked potential.”
“Both skating and birdwatching make you look at the world differently—really look at it—scan it, assess it, prize its overlooked potential.”
“There is a rigorous amount of trial and error before one can see the fruits of their labor.”
“A place where thought, intention, and action converge into something personal and expressive.”
“You may have to reconsider how you’re standing, planting your feet, where and how you’re holding the dart”
“The feeling of a good shot, or rolling away exactly as you imagined in your mind’s eye can get you through the next week.”
“Both forms of self-expression arise from an innate human desire to move.”
“It’s often a battle of confidence, concentration, overcoming fear, and meeting a goal.”
“There’s a lot of not skating, and a lot of not baseball that’s a part of it.”
“Skate the wrong spot and you might catch a charge. Hack the wrong system and three-letter agencies may come knocking on (or kicking down) your front door.”
“Knowing where you’re at, how to navigate your surroundings, and how to adapt is critical.”
“Both practices (writing and skating) are about lines and flow, surprise, unexpected movements and connections.”
“It can become addicting after a while, seeing your thoughts manifest. It’s empowering.”