Stepping Into a New Season

A Quick Note from Me

I am just a few weeks away from beginning the next chapter of my life… fatherhood.

I’m feeling all the emotions excitement, fear, hope, joy, and everything in between. I’m also super pumped to watch Krystal step into life as a mom. We’re both really looking forward to raising our girl in the love of Christ and hopefully creating a beautiful childhood full of wonderful memories.

All prayers, words of encouragement, and good vibes sent our way are welcomed!

As fall gets into full swing, it’s also been fun enjoying some of our yearly traditions. One of those is exploring Tuttle Orchards, where we pick apples, grab some treats from the snack shop, and of course hit one of our favorite Korean spots, Ma Ma’s Korean Restaurant, on the way home.

I’m truly blessed to live this life through all its ups and downs, changing seasons, and growth. This next season comes with a lot more responsibility, but also a whole lot more purpose and I’m really looking forward to it.

Local Events

Things to Do This Month

What I’m Loving Right Now

Rediscovering Indy

Lately, I’ve been spending a lot more time filming and photographing around Indianapolis and it’s made me gain more appreciation for my city all over again.

It’s easy to get complacent with the place you call home. You drive the same streets, go to the same places, and eventually stop noticing some of the things that make your city special. So lately I’ve been trying to explore Indy like I’m visiting for the first time.

I’ve also found myself coming back to an old love of mine: photography and cinematography. In high school, I was a huge camera nerd and actually considered going down the media/graphic design route before life took me in a different direction. Now, over a decade later, I’m finding my way back to one of my favorite art forms.

I’ve especially loved carrying around my little Fujifilm Instax camera. There’s something fun about using such a simple tool, no endless editing or trying to get the “perfect” shot. Just capturing a candid moment and letting that one frame tell the story.

It’s been a good reminder that sometimes you don’t need to travel somewhere new to discover something new. Sometimes you just need to look at where you already are a little differently.

Explore Indiana: Turkey Run State Park

If you’re looking for an excuse to get out of Indy this month, Turkey Run State Park needs to be on your list.

October is one of my favorite times to visit because the fall colors are absolutely immaculate. The trails take you through deep ravines, sandstone cliffs, old-growth forest, and some of the most unique hiking you’ll find anywhere in Indiana.

It’s only about an hour and a half from Indy, making it an easy day trip. Pack some snacks, throw on a sweatshirt, and go explore a little more of our state while the leaves are showing off. You can even get a campsite and stay the night!

Market Minute

40 YEARS OLD.

That’s now the median age of a first-time homebuyer in America.

Honestly, I think that’s sad. Homeownership is becoming harder and harder to attain in this country, and for a lot of people, buying their first home keeps getting pushed further down the road.

One thing I’m incredibly grateful for, though, is that we live in Indiana.

Homeownership here can still be attainable at a younger age, but for most people, it isn’t going to happen by accident. It takes being a little more proactive and intentional about how you set up your lifestyle, spending, savings, and expectations for that first home.

It might mean buying something smaller. Living in a different neighborhood. House hacking. Or simply making homeownership a priority a few years before you actually plan to buy.

And sure, building some wealth along the way isn’t so bad either. But I think the bigger payoff is getting to build a home, put down roots in a community, and create a place your family gets to call theirs.

You don’t need to have everything figured out. You just need to start planning for it.

Next Step

Planning to Buy a Home, but Don’t Know Where to Start?

If you’re thinking about buying a home, but aren’t sure what the first move should be, don’t guess. The Home Buyer Readiness Quiz at the bottom of this email will help you understand where you stand.

Whether you’re ready now or just starting to think ahead, you’ll walk away with a clearer game plan and fewer unknowns.

Biblical Wisdom