The speaker recounts his journey of racing motorcycles, from losing everything in a fire to rebuilding his life and making it to the Loretta's race again. He emphasizes the importance of family and community, stating that racing motorcycles is not just a hobby, but a lifestyle that brings his family closer together. Despite the challenges, he remains optimistic and enjoys the process of racing.
1. The speaker discusses losing their house and everything they had, but chooses to buy a motorcycle as a fun thing to do with their life.
2. The speaker talks about being a full-time college student at the University of Alabama while also being involved in the motorcycle racing industry.
3. The speaker mentions that they started racing motorcycles at the age of 12 and has been doing it for four years.
4. The speaker discusses the challenges they faced, such as having to worry about paying for the trip, helping their dad, and training for the race.
5. The speaker talks about their mother being an immigrant who worked at daycare centers, and how they ended up working at an Italian restaurant.
6. The speaker mentions that their mother eventually purchased the restaurant and they learned how to cook from some great chefs.
7. The speaker talks about the fire that destroyed their house and everything they had, including their motorcycles, race bikes, and memorabilia.
8. The speaker discusses how they and their family had to move back to their parents' house after the fire, and how the community helped them get back on their feet.
9. The speaker talks about how they were able to find a dirt bike to race again after the fire, and how getting back on the motorcycle was a significant step in putting their life back together.
10. The speaker mentions that they are lucky to live close enough to the University of Alabama to commute while still being able to spend time with their family.
11. The speaker talks about the challenges they faced this past year, including the fire, and how they were able to make it to the race again despite everything.
12. The speaker discusses how they and their family were able to operate their restaurant in the parking lot during a state-wide lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
13. The speaker talks about their son Weston's injuries, which prevented him from racing, and their youngest son Wyatt's performance at the race.
14. The speaker mentions that they are happy to be at the race and that finishing 20th was a big achievement for them.
15. The speaker talks about their love for the sport and how they are willing to put in the effort to pay the bills and race motorcycles.