I know not everyone shares my enthusiasm for Mondays. 😂 But for me, Mondays represent a new beginning. A fresh week. A clean slate. Another opportunity to reset, get organized and be intentional about how I want to approach the days ahead. Today starts in the office and then takes me out for a few meetings with my attorney, so I wanted an outfit that could comfortably move between both settings without feeling overly formal. A tan plaid sport coat, pink shirt, brown trousers and brown shoes gave me exactly that balance. Polished enough for the meetings later, but still relaxed and seasonally appropriate for a warm August Monday. And since I’ll be out and about, the Panama gets to come along as well. 😎 The more I think about intentionality, the more I realize that it often lives in the small things. Choosing what I’m going to wear. Planning the day. Taking care of the details. Deciding what kind of attitude I’m going to bring into the week. None of those things are especially dramatic, but together they help me feel like I’m beginning the week on purpose rather than simply reacting to whatever comes my way. That’s a big part of why I genuinely love Mondays. They aren’t something I’m trying to get through. They are another new beginning. And I plan to make the most of this one. 🎉😎 Hope you all do as well!!🙏

Quick picture snapped in the office lift. I’m now 7.5 stone down, with 1.5 stone to go. Now when I see my reflection, I no longer see a fat man. I see a thin man who’s let himself go a bit. 😀 Please excuse the manic look, I was on the way to lunch and feeling ravenous.

Gentlemen, here are a few standout posts from the RMRS community this week. 👏 Big shoutout to @Joe Macafee for his post "This Is WAAAAY Overdue" — a raw, honest reflection that resonated deeply. Joe's willingness to share something personal sparked real conversation and reminded the community that style is about showing up authentically. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/this-is-waaaay-overdue 👏 Shoutout to @Brian McGuire for "My day in court" — a practical, real-world post about dressing with intention when the stakes are high. Members appreciated the actionable takeaways and the confidence that comes from knowing you're put together when it counts. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/my-day-in-court 👏 Shoutout to @David Walker for "AI for your wardrobe" — a forward-thinking take on using technology to level up personal style. It sparked a fascinating discussion about where classic menswear meets modern tools, and members loved the fresh angle. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/ai-for-your-wardrobe 👏 Shoutout to @Jeffrey Plotka for "London Sartorial Tour Day #1- John Lobb" — an immersive, detailed walkthrough of one of the world's most storied shoemakers. The craftsmanship, history, and personal experience Jeffrey shared gave the community a true insider's look at British sartorial excellence. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/london-sartorial-tour-day-1-john-lobb Keep sharing your wins, lessons, and style journeys — this is what makes the community great.

Two weeks ago, I had the knee surgery done and once the surgeon got into my knee, he discovered that rather than the expected tears in the ACL, MCL, and meniscus, I had a shredder ACL that, as I was informed yesterday at my two week follow up, caused no stability in my knee and explained 95% of the pain I had been experiencing. Now again, two weeks out, I was told to start putting weight on it, ween off crutches, and they took the restrictions off the brace but I will be wearing the brace for the next two to three months. I’m to go full steam ahead with PT and by medical standards, I’m much farther along than a normal two weeks post op. In fact my surgeon was almost giddy sounding when he looked at my repaired knee and how well it looks now, apparently the first time in almost 30 years that I’ve had a fully functional knee. PT and shorts, can’t get pants over the brace, for the foreseeable future.

Gentlemen, here are a few standout posts from the RMRS community this week. 👏 Big shoutout to @Jeffrey Plotka for "Tuesday's Intentional Thoughts - Smelling the Roses" — a thoughtful reflection on staying positive through the dog days of summer. Jeffrey opened up about his personal journey and invited the community to share how they keep their mindset sharp when the heat (or cold) tries to drag them down. A great conversation starter that resonated deeply. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/tuesdays-intentional-thoughts-smelling-the-roses 👏 Shoutout to @Chad Smith for "OOTD - Monday 13 July" — a detailed walkthrough of his day from the weekly Gentleman's call to a grocery run, complete with outfit context. Chad's OOTD posts consistently draw strong engagement because he shares the real-life narrative behind the clothes, not just the fit. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/ootd-monday-13-july 👏 Shoutout to @William Feldtmose for "OOTD July 15th" — another sharp contribution to the outfit-of-the-day tradition. William continues to be one of the most consistent and supportive voices in the community, showing up with style and encouraging others to do the same. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/ootd-july-15th-2 👏 Shoutout to @Kav for "Thank you for the likes and well wishes" — a genuine moment of gratitude that sparked a wave of community support. It's these authentic human moments that remind us this is more than a style group; it's a brotherhood. Post: https://www.skool.com/rmrs/thank-you-for-the-likes-and-well-wishes Keep showing up, sharing your fits, and lifting each other up — that's what makes this community special.