This will always be one of my favorite moments since entering this ecosystem. It was 2021, and I brought my mum to an NFT event in Liverpool, my hometown.

Here’s Keith Grossman (TIME/Moonpay) being the ever-accessible presidente that he is, explaining how digital assets work. And the lovely Q and Candace, deep in conversation about digital art, right before gifting my mum a Long Neckie Lady.

The kindness, excitement, and generosity I experienced as part of the Class of 2021 could never be overshadowed by any bear market or negativity.

It’s why I’m still here.
It’s why I still wake up excited to build.
It’s why I remain bullish.