In July, our family embarked on one of our signature skate trips, a vacation uniquely tailored to our love for skateboarding. Our approach is simple: choose a general destination and embark on a mission to explore as many skateparks as possible before heading back home. These trips are characterized by reconnecting with skateboarding buddies, discovering new, independent skate shops, and inevitably making fresh connections with fellow skaters. The result? We return home thoroughly exhausted, yet brimming with happiness and newfound inspiration.

 

Our target for July was to conquer the SLO park, a gem in its own right. However, the grander plan was to squeeze in as many skateparks as we could within a few hours' radius of this central hub. Most days, we managed to hit about three parks, with Nipomo emerging as our top choice in the area. In the back of our minds, there was also the dream of journeying down to Santa Barbara, home to the legendary Powell Peralta Skate Shop. Our mission was clear: to feast our eyes on the array of Dragon Wheels sizes and, of course, stock up on gear and stickers. Powell Peralta was more than just a shop; it was a pilgrimage.  Needless to say, we were thrilled at the prospect.

 

My expectations were shaped by the sleek, modern skate shops I'd encountered in the Bay Area—immaculate spaces with curated selections neatly displayed on pristine white tables, shirts expertly folded, and a wall of shoes offering just the right amount of choice. It's a formula that works beautifully and exudes elegance. Yes to that. I had a hunch that Powell Peralta, given its prestige, might have taken this aesthetic to a level akin to a Supreme store.

 

To my pleasant surprise, that wasn't the case at all, and I loved it.

 

The shop was tucked away in a nondescript strip mall, concealed behind the main building. As we navigated the parking lot, my daughter kept asking, "Are we sure this is the right place?" The front of the strip mall bore no signage indicating the presence of the shop, and as we ventured around the back, the only clue was a charming sandwich board on the sidewalk, featuring the Powell Peralta ripper skeleton and the words, "Powell Peralta Skate Shop. Yes, this door, top of the stairs."

 

We entered through an unassuming door, which led us past what seemed to be a regular business office, up a flight of stairs. At the top, a sign on old cardboard declared, "Only 7 people allowed inside at a time. Please wait here." Beneath it, a rack of shirts priced at $7 each and a scattered box of extras raised further questions in our minds. Could this really be it?

 

Inside, the shop possessed all the essential elements of any skate shop: a glass-fronted bookshelf at the counter brimming with wheels, bearings, trucks, and stickers, along with a wall of decks and a selection of shoes. However, this room was undeniably packed, and it was immediately apparent why there was a strict seven-person limit; any more would have been a squeeze. Nothing was meticulously arranged or styled; merchandise was placed wherever it could fit, requiring some skillful maneuvering to explore the racks and inspect the decks. The overall aesthetic felt like a collision between a college dorm room and a garage sale.

 

How was this possible? 

 

We each picked out a few items and struck up a conversation with the shopkeeper. He was eager to hear about our skate adventures, the friends we'd met along the way, and the other spots we planned to hit before heading back up north. There was a sense of knowing that, yes, this wasn't what we had expected, and wasn't that fucking cool? But the real significance lay beneath the surface. Powell Peralta primarily supplies local independent skate shops; they have no real interest in direct-to-consumer sales. Instead, they encourage skaters to support the shops in their communities. Their response is to keep their own shop unassuming and inconspicuous. While it still attracts fellow skate punks, it isn't designed for Instagram-worthy photoshoots or a flood of influencers. The shop is authentically punk rock, a bit messy, and situated off the beaten path. It is a bustling, chaotic space that makes no attempt to be anything other than a place to snag some gear. Unexpected as it was, there was something remarkably genuine about a brand showing up just as itself—no frills, no pretenses. It was as authentic as it gets, and while it might not appeal to everyone, it certainly resonated with those who matter.

 

It served as a potent reminder that there is not one single way to do anything.

 

Go your own way, weirdos. 

 

xxx

LAS

 

 

 

On SEPTEMBER 27 the sun transits GATE 18, the GATE of RE -ALIGNMENT. GATE 18 tasks you with the opportunity to contemplate your ability to wait for the right timing when it comes to sharing your insights on how to improve or fix systems and patterns. To reflect on whether you share insights in order to be helpful or to be right. Your highest energetically aligned self is one who is able to share insights that bring joy, solution and connection.  While being right might feel good in the moment, it is not always in the interest of your energy. Your insights are valuable and best shared when others are ready to hear them and put them into place to move us all forward. 

 

Journaling Prompts for this transit.

 

1. How do I cultivate joy in my life and the lives of others?

 

2.  Am I able to be right about something and keep it to myself? 

 

3. Do I trust the wisdom of my insights? 

 

4. How can I be more patient and understanding of the pace of others when I feel ready to share my insights? 

 

Do you know about Tapping? It can be an effective addition to energy work and nervous system regulation. Many of my Mentorship clients include Tapping as part of their daily ritual. You can learn more about Tapping and how to do it here.

 

And of course hit the button below with your questions! 

 

EFT - Emotional Freedom Technique Tapping Prompt for this transit. 

 

“Even though I feel criticized and judged, I now choose to hear the wisdom of the correction and release my personal attachment, and I deeply and completely love and accept myself.”

 

 

The energy of the Full Moon invites a profound journey of self-discovery and growth, urging you to shed what no longer aligns with your intentions. This particular Full Moon graces us with the fiery essence of Aries, residing in the 1st House, coupled with the potent influence of Mars. The result? An intensely energetic, action-oriented, and fiercely individualistic lunar event that resonates with the spirit of Aries that we all adore.

 

Paired with the astrological concept of Gate 17, known as the Gate of Anticipation, this Full Moon offers an exceptional opportunity to delve into your mental flexibility and open-mindedness. It beckons you to explore the energetic dynamics when you express unbiased and well-intentioned opinions. Gate 17 encourages you to effortlessly maintain flexibility and fairness while sharing your viewpoints, ensuring that your words uplift and benefit the collective consciousness.

 

Be mindful during this lunar phase, for the presence of Mars may lead to heightened intensity and an inclination toward dogmatic thinking. Recognize when you find yourself fixated on facts rather than potentials. You might encounter opposing viewpoints that challenge your perspective, so consider giving yourself space to embrace these differences with an open mind, free from the confines of rigid absolutism.

 

The task of this Full Moon is to trust that not all opinions hold equal weight and that your correct path will reveal itself at the appropriate time.

 

Journal Prompts for this Full Moon.

 

1. How can I reframe my ideas and opinions to inspire and uplift the potential within others?

 

2. Do I find it challenging to withhold my opinions? Why or why not?

 

3. How do I emotionally respond when sharing my opinions with others?

 

4. What strategies can I employ to better manage doubt and fear, thus maintaining an open-minded perspective focused on potential and possibility?

 

May this Full Moon in Aries, coupled with the wisdom of Gate 17, guide you toward personal growth and enlightenment, empowering you to embrace a brighter future.

 

Have a great week exploring these transits! Let me know what came up for you! Hit the button below to share your thoughts. 

 

 

This song. What is it about this song? A karaoke favorite for sure, whenever this song comes on I'm not one to turn it off. Hall and Oates was a VIBE, am I right? Have you all seen the FASHION?! Check this out. An all time outfit goal including the shades. Sometimes a song is just fun and this one fits the bill. Enjoy. 

 

 

I hope you enjoy it too. Hit listen to get a taste.

 

And hey, some of you asked for all the In Harmony songs as a playlist. If that's you, here it is. 

 

 

You're a rich girl, and you've gone too far
'Cause you know it don't matter anyway
You can rely on the old man's money
You can rely on the old man's money
It's a bitch girl but it's gone too far
'Cause you know it don't matter anyway
Say money, but it won't get you too far
Get you too far

And don't you know, don't you know
That it's wrong to take what is given you
So far gone, on your own
You could get along if you try to be strong
But you'll never be strong 'cause

You're a rich girl, and you've gone too far
'Cause you know it don't matter anyway
You can rely on the old man's money
You can rely on the old man's money
It's a bitch girl and it's gone too far
'Cause you know it don't matter anyway
Say money, but it won't get you too far
Get you too far…

 

 

I'm thrilled to share that I am a guest on the NO BS HUMAN DESIGN PODCAST! Host Adriana Keefe and I met aa few months ago at the introduction of a mutual friend (hello Jenna Hermans) and I am so glad we did! Adriana is hands down my favorite person to talk Human Design with. Full transparency you can probably tell from this episode how much fun we have talking shop together! We discuss places on our charts where we have similarities and differences along with what it's like leaning into to more intuitive parts of our work. I share for the very first time a small piece of what life has really been like for me since my friend Tree passed (hint, hint - super weird) and we dive into what we see most frequently with clients. You'll have a great time with us and definitely walk away with some new insights about your design!  

 

Coming soon! Check in with me on IG for the release date. You can give a listen here. 

 

 

To celebrate the first days of Autumn my dear friend Sam of @gofrenchyourself and I are teaming up to present a Human Design Reading Giveaway!!

We are giving away an ALCHEMY Guide Human Design Reading that illuminates the unique qualities of your design and offers suggestions on how to start making energetically aligned decisions to bring ease and flow to your life!

You will get a one hour long Human Design reading including an in-depth look at your chart and custom 50+ page digital PDF booklet outlining your Human Design and energetic alchemy valued at $378.

To enter the giveaway please head on over to @gofrenchyourself and follow the rules in her Human Design Giveaway post.

Giveaway will close on Tuesday the 26th at midnight PST and the winner will be notified by email on the 27th!

Good luck!