03/01/2026
Happy Sunday, race fam. 🏁
I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t a nervous wreck today… but it’s also such a bittersweet day for this mama.
I’ve watched Landon follow his dad around the racetrack since he was just a little fella, soaking it all in. Saturday nights were spent at the track, and the rest of the week he was racing something — his bike, his Big Wheel, his four-wheeler… you name it. My coffee table had tire marks from the many hours of racing diecast cars, calling out the names of the guys he watched on Saturday nights with his dad — Tyler Matthews, Butterbean Queen, and Louis White.
In his mind, he was out there racing them himself — just like his dad.
He has dreamed of the day he could drive his dad’s car… and that day has finally arrived.
New paint scheme.
New number.
And his name where his dad’s used to be.
It’s such a joy to watch them grow and learn, but goodness, I wish time would slow down just a little.
This year will be a year of learning — learning a new car (there’s a big difference from Bando to Charger), learning a new style of racing, and sharpening those skills. I have no doubt he will rise to the challenge and love every minute of it.
Mama may be a nervous wreck… but I will always love seeing my kids chase their dreams and do what makes them happy. 💙🏁
We are so thankful for the people and businesses who make this journey possible. Huge thank you to our sponsors:
• Matthews Cattle
• K&W Construction
• Quality Preowned Inc.
• Williamsburg Contractors
• Dorwart's Garage
• Pampered Paws Grooming
We couldn’t do this without your support. Let’s go racing! 🏁🔥
I may get in trouble for sharing but check out little 4 year old Landon. 🥺