Bub is away for a few days; she’s off to have fun with friends. I’ll be off to work with the Smart Rider team while she’s away.

There’s a brief period while my Dad mode shudders into pause. It's amazing how much of my day is wrapped up in being a Dad. The shuddering is the sudden realisation of how important she is to me. I dont often get a break from being a Dad, you’d think I’d be off patying or up to no good. And, maybe I will, but I take a moment to get my balance before I do.

I think, maybe, I’m still getting my balance after 2025, and having a bit of breathing room now feels uncomfortable.

I have a 2500km bike ride to find some balance inside my helmet while she’s away.