Archive for April, 2008
Apr
30
Does This Get Any Better?
Posted by: | CommentsI must say I’ve been truly blessed over the course of my life. But I have to take a moment and count those blessings.
Over the course of the last month, I’ve seen some positive changes. I was promoted at Penton, which ultimately means I’ll be selling for six Websites as opposed to four. My plate is overflowing, but I welcome it. Because it’s through hard work we find a bountiful amount of blessings. It’s not through hard work alone, but the combination of hard work and awareness; the bigger picture and finding the true source of happiness – inside of US. I can’t ever remember being this awake, actually. If we can step outside of our BS, you’ll be amazed at the opportunities that lie before us.
I’m in the middle of bringing 2 Video Sites to market for 2 of Penton’s Pubs I sell for; American Machinist and Welding Magazine. The sites are: http://www.weldingtheater.com (Live now) and http://www.machinetooltheater.com (launches May 10.) The great part is I’m learning more about Video Technology, which a majority of larger B2B Clients are moving towards. It’s our way of life – on-demand. I’ve been in the Manufacturing Industry for over 6 years now, and I’m intrigued by the many processes involved. I’ve also come to realize that Marketing will always be a big part of my life, and it continues to fascinate me. I’m seeing a new side to the business – Marketers are becoming Accountable, which is an essential part of a successful business.
As quick as I am to say how blessed I am, I’ve also learned that it can be taken away as quickly as it came (flashing back to when I came home to my apartment on fire.) It’s important to stay humble and be grateful for everything we have in our lives. Down to the smallest of things. But enjoy the blessings, it’s a part of the process. 
Apr
30
Devil Wouldn’t Recognize You….
Posted by: | CommentsWell here I am, quoting lyrics. But this round is worth it….
And yes, I’m eating my words. I panned Mdolla’s first single 4 Minutes, but she cut herself a classic Dance record with Hard Candy. It will move my body, that’s what matters. This song is one of the tracks.
As quiet as it is tonight , you’d almost think you were safe. Your eyes are full of surprises – they cannot predict my fate.
Waiting underneath the stars, there’s something you should know. The angels, they surround my heart telling me to let you go.
I bet he couldn’t . I bet he couldn’t recognize, but I played right into it. Who am I to criticize? Somehow I’ll get through it and you won’t even realize.
Falling through your own disguise.
It’s like over and over you’re pushing me right down to the floor. I should just walk away.
Over and over I keep on coming back for more, I play into your fantasy.
Now that it’s over, you can lie to me right through your smile. I see behind your eyes. Now I’m sober, no more intoxicating my mind.
Even the devil wouldn’t recognize you, I do.
You almost fooled yourself this time, let all the saints be praised. You hide your sadness behind your smile, and you keep your lost heartbreaks.
The steps that edge along the ledge, is much higher than it seems. But I’ve been on that ledge before, you can’t hide yourself from me.
I bet he couldn’t . I bet he couldn’t recognize, I still played right into it. Who am I to criticize? Somehow I’ll get through it, and you won’t even realize
Falling through your own disguise.
It’s like over and over you’re pushing me right down to the floor.
I should just walk away. Over and over I keep on coming back for more, I play into your fantasy. Now that it’s over, you can lie to me right through your smile. I see behind your eyes. Now I’m sober, no more intoxicating my mind.
Even the devil wouldn’t recognize you, I do
Apr
29
Innocence For Sale…
Posted by: | Comments 
I promise I won’t use this blog as a platform for gossip, but there’s something I need to get off my chest.
I’m sure you’ve seen this picture. It’s all over the place! It’s Miley Cirus/Hannah Montana in a Vanity Fair photo shoot. My disappointment lies with Vanity Fair. I’ve sat in countless Cover meetings and I know the way they go. You sit there with the Art Director, Fashion and Photo Editors and Marketing. The topic of conversation is what will sell issues; the cover. I don’t know much, well hardly anything about Ms. Cyrus, but I know she is supported by Family and you don’t see lifestyle similarities with any of the other Pop Tarts were inundated with. And besides, there are far more important things that need to be covered.
The photos are by Annie Leibovitz, and I think her photography is amazing. But I also know that photographers are involved in each step of the magazine’s creative direction and will ultimately push the envelope right along with that publication. Artistic freedom is a blessing, and when you expose someones innocence without taking responsibility of how this will affect the Artists life – it’s just blatant disregard. There are other ways to translate beauty.
Apr
28
I couldn’t of said it better myself…
Posted by: | CommentsI’ve mentioned the Daily Tune-Up’s from the Kabbalah Center quite often in my blog. There are times I don’t have the chance to read each one, so I save them in their own folder in my email. There was a Tune-Up last week that summed up my mission. But it should be all of our mission.
The opening sentence reads: What is the purpose of your relationships? Besides fulfilling you and helping you correct your soul, how is the world benefiting? This is the practice I refer to as looking at the big picture. It gets better. The next line reads: Relationships can be eternal if we create things with our friends and loved ones. This is what I refer to as inc’ing yourself – creating a community amongst our circle of friends: sharing. The tune-up sums it up beautifully: It’s the most satisfying thing to work on something with other people, especially if it’s something spiritual. I know I mention Susan and her company magifish quite often, but after you read the above, maybe it clicks? It’s about working with our loved ones on a spiritual level; working towards the bigger picture and making a connection with the World at Large.
The tune-ups have become a staple in my life. Each time I read one it drives a point home and pushes me forward. I guess the whole point I’m trying to make here is finding your voice. Sharing your dreams and purpose with loved ones. Take a moment to think about what it is that inspires you. What moves your soul. And don’t stop there. Build your own community and continue to work to become a better version.
Song of the day on Xianbox is I Love New York. I miss the City!
