stradasphere

People who live only for dessert very rarely enjoy the main course.

And sometimes a meal is like life.

Bon appétit,
    The Universe

(And no, I don't write these!)

When it comes to setting aside a little time each day to visualize look at it like this:

No matter how distracted you become or how confused you are about the process, the simple fact that you gave your dream this time and attention means you did it correctly, you did it long enough, and that by the time you open your eyes, already in the unseen, huge wheels have begun turning.

HUGE.

You think I'd make it hard?

Your humble servant,
    The Universe

The agent, the producer, the investors; consultants, lenders, stockholders; customers, clients, fans; friends, lovers, support systems... they have nothing to do with dreams coming true.

They're simply summoned after someone's "made up their mind" to the degree that it's followed by unending action.

Same with accidents and coincidences.

You see dreams actually come true (or not), long before they can be seen in time and space.

Yeah, 'mon,
    The Universe

It has become very apparent than I need to do the following things immediately.

1. Get a vehicle
   
2. Move back to Paradise Valley ASAP so my daughter can take the bus to school. Even if it means breaking my lease at current apartments.
   

   
    

   SOOO if you have an inexpensive vehicle for sale or house to rent hit me up!

What if today was your "last" day or this week was your "last" week, and heaven had 10,000 angels waiting to serenade you, dancers waiting to dance with you, and reporters waiting to interview you?

Is there a grudge you'd still hold? Something you'd still regret? An unhappy memory that would matter more than forever and ever?

Nada, baby -
    The Universe

"Count your blessings. Once you realize how valuable you are and how much you have going for you, the smiles will return, the sun will break out, the music will play, and you will finally be able to move forward with the life that God intended for you."

Og Mandino

"Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current situation."

Brian Tracy

posted by Unknown @ 5:08 PM 1 comments

As I dragged myself into another Monday of phone calls, emails, and rah-rah meetings, I realized there is something missing. Oh sure there can be MORE money, an environment better suited to my personality, and guitars everywhere, but there seems to be an absence of something even more vital. Anyone who knows me can see that I am not a corporate America sort of cat. Cubes are cages to me and offices are merely cages with windows. But as they say (whoever the F "they" are), "a boy's gotta eat. And that would go for his family too. So it's both the starving artist, and starving family, life or I do the J.O.B. thing…at least for now. The commute. The dress slacks. The "good mornings". The wait for a fricken cup of coffee. Then there is that damn computer. Not one with a microphone and guitar connected to it. Nor is it one with a page of writings, stories, blogs, and lyrics. No, it is one with company reminders…reminders from inexperienced managers attempting to motivate using sports analogies (which mean nothing to many guitar players) and name after name of "prospects". All the trappings of corporate life which I have accepted, at least for the time being. And I can deal. But there is something missing that could make it all worth while.

More money? Well duh. More satisfaction? You bet. Better hours? Oh yeah. Fulfillment? Hell yes!!...and yet these are not what has created the abyss in my morning.

I had my standard two cups of coffee at home—1 for the shower and 1 for the drive. Then to the most important meal of the day which consisted of a couple of these "Aussie Bites" from Costco, (which are quite tasty) and two pieces of string cheese. Which brings me to my point. Yes, I am caffeinated and somewhat nourished but, and here it goes, the abyss is this: I NEED A FREAKIN CHORIZO BURRO! THERE!! I said it. I need a big, fat, spicy mound of seasoned pork sausage and scrambled eggs wrapped in a huge burrito-sized tortilla. It has become so clear that had I been able to dive into a chorizo burro this morning that, at least for a few delicious chili-flavored minutes- all of these cubes and phones surrounding me would transform to a sandy beach, palm trees and waves. My coffee mug would become a Corona (or 4) and all these people I pretend to like would turn into my family and friends. Yes, chorizo can do that. AND, with the right helping of the right salsa, my dress slacks would mutate to my favorite jeans…I AM wearing a cool shirt today so that can stay.

As I sit here wondering if perhaps I sound a bit like Anthony Bourdain, I am somewhat relived. I spilled my guts but not the salsa. Now lunchtime approaches and salvation seems within my reach…just add beans and rice to that order.