I will endure. I will enjoy. I shall only partake in this crazy sport I love, because I love it. And I will quit when I quit loving it. I am a representative of this sport. As such, I will do my part to take the “ass” out of ambassador. No matter how goofy somebody looks, I shall not mock. But I will mock myself. Often. I may even crack a smile. I will wave at everyone I see. When my wave is not returned, I will not shake my head. Because I do not know what’s going on in theirs. I will be inclusive. Even of the exclusive. I will encourage the beginner, the professional and everyone in between. I will place joy above performance, use my fingers for peace, not profanity, and I will focus on the scenery more than the scene. I will not be stupid. I understand that cars are bigger and faster. But I also know that cars are not my enemy. Just as I know that I am not theirs. Whatever my jersey may say, I know we’re all on the same team. Because we’re all on the same team. And when I’m suffering the most, I will remember that this is not life or death. Even if it is my life.
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