I can’t wait to have kids and raise them around cars. Yea, cars are a love hate relationship…they can bring you the greatest joys…but be the worst addiction at the same time. But through it all, I’ve have met some of my closest friends and enjoyed some of my best memories with both friends and family through cars. Oil will always pump through my veins.
Forget measuring lip size with dollar bills, use kids!
Strength & Honor,
Robert Chew
Just recently picked up a pair of Jordan Retro XIV “candy canes”. It was part of a quickstrike release available in limited quantities. Buying my childhood dreams one pair at a time.
Strength & Honor
Robert Chew
Sometimes the most beautiful things, are the most simple things. It’s weird how a photo can take you away to another place and induce subconscious feelings. I don’t know why, this picture makes me feel like driving open and free. I think there’s something about how the GTR almost looks as if it is peering into the city outside of the mess, and ready to run on open roads. Maybe I’m crazy, maybe you see something else…regardless, I think there is one thing we can all agree on, we all work too hard for the wrong things and to impress the wrong people in life. Run free, run without regrets and on the edge, you owe it to yourself.
Strength & Honor,
Robert Chew
Jeremy Lin continues to amaze me. Sure, his numbers and performance have been a feat in itself, but it’s his character that I find truly inspiring. A man that could boast in his own victories on almost a daily basis, yet he almost shuns the lime light preferring to highlight his team mates instead. Almost every chance he gets, he gives thanks to the Lord, and remains grounded. Modest and humble…yet strong and steady, Jeremy Lin has the heart of a champion that I have yet to witness before. May he continue to be the pillar that society needs in today’s world.
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord – Colossians 3:23
Strength & Honor,
Robert Chew
There is no perfect time. The time is now.
Strength & Honor,
Robert Chew
Well, it’s definitely been a minute since I’ve posted ANYTHING about my home improvement projects. No excuses here, just been lazy to post about them!
For this installment of HGAG, I’m posting up pictures of my DIY coffee table with a TE37 twist! Below is a picture of the unassembled coffee table as my girlfriend and I opened the boxes. This is before we knew how much work we’d have to put in. (I say we, but really my girlfriend is the one with the patience, and she helped IMMENSELY!)
Some of you may recognize the table and say it’s from IKEA, so what’s with the DIY statement? Well, the table I wanted only comes in white, and it doesn’t match the decor of the rest of my living room…so a complete color change was in store. In case you’re wondering, I looked high and low for a table that would work with the dimensions I needed, but no one had anything close to the style and size I was looking for. Furniture shopping is brutal! I had a feeling painting the table might be a pain, but I decided to just bite the bullet and go with it.
Before: Brand new in box, white.
During: This picture can’t do the process justice, the painting ended up taking roughly 3 days. 2 coats, 2 cans of black paint, and a couple curse words later, we were ready to assemble. Did I mention I owe my girlfriend?
After: Finally, worn out, beaten and battered, the table was put together with the crowning jewel. A center lock, MAG TE37 off the rear of a JGTC Supra. The wheel measures up to be 18×13, truly massive with battle scars and all.
A better daytime shot. Shout out to Jay from JDMEGO for the dice on the valve stem. Also, thanks to Kevin and Freddie from Autofashion for making fun of my girlfriend and I as we assembled the final pieces!
All in all, the table came out even better than I could have imagined. Fixing up cars, to fixing up houses, I guess some people just never change. Hopefully I’ll be less lazy and try to post up some more installments in the near future. Hope you guys are enjoying it!
Strength & Honor,
Robert Chew
In an effort to pack light, I neglected to bring a book on one of my recent business trips. Although I listen to my iPod most of the time on the plane, every now and then I still enjoy a good reading session while on the road. I had some time before my flight, so I stopped into one of the airport bookstores and this book caught my attention. The true life stories and adventures of a guy named Tucker Max. I just finished the book yesterday, it was a quick light read, full of interesting almost unbelievable stories. Overall I liked the book, it definitely kept me entertained, I just wouldn’t recommend it to anyone who is easily offended in any way or manner…or if you have a weak stomach. Let’s put it this way, Tucker Max is a self proclaimed “asshole”. He knows it, he’s proud of it, and he lives his life with no shame because he warns people of his personality shortly before he ruins their lives. I must say, my lifestyle is on the opposite side of the spectrum, but it’s definitely interesting to see the world from the other side…through the eyes of the wreckless and careless, there is something to be learned from everyone.
Strength & Honor,
Robert Chew
I know it’s a little late, but I’ve been super slammed lately, and I wasn’t able to post this as soon as I’d like. But my blog is a place I post up things that interest me, and reflect my tastes beliefs and experiences. That being said, I saw this commencement speech by Steve Jobs after he passed. Whether you were a fan of his or not, no one can deny the fact that Steve Jobs played a role in all of our lives. Who hasn’t had an iPod, iPhone, or any Apple product by now. The vision, technology and his drive single handedly shaped trends and society as we know it today. A true beast, and inspiration for all!
RIP Steve Jobs
Inspired & Humbled,
Robert Chew
I was recently in the market for a new vehicle, something with decent storage space and off road capability. After researching for a few months and browsing countless hours on the internet, I pulled the trigger on a Toyota FJ Cruiser Trails Edition.
I’ve had her a few months so far, and couldn’t be happier.
Strength & Honor,
Robert Chew
So true…technology has become so advanced, it consumes our lives. Do yourself a favor, power off your smart phone and live life.
Strength & Honor,
Robert Chew
