LYNDA J W: CONSOLIDATED IMPRESSIONS

DON'T LOSE GROUND PONDERING THE COMPETITION...

2009-01-08T11:03:00.000-08:00

When you stop to consider or observe the massive competition before you, you lose ground. Yes, you should be aware of the competition, but, never pause to watch them, for then you are behind already. Competition is inevitable, there are billions, billions, and billions of people on the Earth, each selling, for that is the only way to survive...

My perspective of competition is this: they remind me that I must, always, give the very best of myself, my services, my product, my creativity. That is as far as it goes for me. I might study trends and such, but, I do not pause to watch my competitor rush by me. I was a track star in High School, and fiercely competitive, until I realized that while I might be the fastest sprinter today, someone is going to come along shortly to leave me in the dust. If you stop and think about the competition, they, for sure, will leave you in the dust, for you are wasting time, and losing perspective of your OWN objectives, plus, the competition in this world is so staggering, you will begin to feel as if your contribution is aimless. So, do yourself a favor, and concentrate on what you do best, do it in the very best of your ability, and aim for repeat business instead of volume, for eventually, those loyal clients will lead you to more and more and more. Slow and steady with great results, is often more optimal than making it quickly, plus you have the added bonus of a solid reputation for quality, service, and product...

My endeavors are comprised on this thought: give the best of myself and my ability, making sure that what I offer is incomparable. That is my main focus. I do not have to sit and ponder the competition, for surely, no matter what, there is always going to be those who leave me in the dust, but, if I have given all I can, if I have built a loyal client base, if I have repeatedly given quality, then, I will remain in business despite a larger, faster growing competitor...

I use this ideology in every aspect of my life, for when I give the very best of myself, then I can rest assured that I have people who respect that, who will stand by me, and who will continue to come to me, for they know that my heart is in what I do, or give. I have seen the results, heard the praises, and have grown, albeit slowly; I have managed to survive against some very powerful competition, and that is as rewarding as it gets...

TIME PRESSURE...

2009-01-04T13:15:00.000-08:00

I had hoped to get busy on my most pressing goals of this New Year this week, but, responsibility to others has changed that. I seem to be getting busier and busier, which is all good, except I feel an anxiety about getting to what I want to do, and accomplish. Since my line is taking care of others, I often have to put my own needs aside, until they are more self-sufficient, which is my pleasure, for the most part; I just struggle now and again to find time for myself...

I love what I do, it has taught me many important things, such as total patience, humility, appreciation, and how to live life to the fullest while I can. It has given me time to realize how fragile life is, how important family is, and how careful we must be with our health and other factors of this life. I have also realized that happiness is a state of mind, a view of the world around us, and must be embraced as it comes, that it is stored in our memory to recall when all happiness seems to have fled...

Schedules are erratic. They are never the same week to week. I have found that I like a certain sense of schedule in my life. I did not realize that before. Adjusting week to week tires me, and I find it difficult to concentrate on certain things because I am used to doing them at a certain time. Ha! Such a silly thing to worry about. I should simply be grateful for the experience and adapt as I can...

One major goal I have is to get in the best physical shape I can get in at this point of life. I am so ready to take on the challenge of losing some weight, tightening up, toning, and building certain areas, so that I can be an example to others. I would love to train others to be the best they can be at any age...

I also have gotten behind on my studies, which is fine, but, I would have been on my way to being what I am studying to be. I do believe that we are led to events at precise times for a reason, so, I guess there was reason behind the fact that I have been called to care for others more and more...

Ah, what a life is mine. I am in total charge, and yet, I am lost in the calls of my heart. Funny in retrospection, funny indeed...

A NEW YEAR, A NEW START...

2008-12-28T15:19:00.000-08:00

As we begin a New Year, I am striving to retain balance, order, and motivation. The Holidays are a busy time around here, and I have met the extreme this year. I so look forward to checking off my list of accomplishments in 2009! I can feel great things coming forth for me, and I am excited, to say the least!

The New Year. A time when so many of us feel as if we are given a fresh opportunity to start anew, regardless of past mistakes, failures, or indication that we might need to change direction. It is amusing to me that my mind actually believes that the winds of change accompany the countdown to the New Year!

Whether or not we are actually privy to radical new starts or changes, it is invigorating for the spirit to contemplate the possibilities. And, I believe that what you believe most will eventually come to pass, so, this is an excellent time for planting seeds, which with nurturing, diligence, patience, and love will manifest a harvest of some sort, and that is all good!

I am off to organize my dreams, plans, goals, and to initiate the steps to realization. I wish you and yours a very healthy, happy, prosperous New Year with love...

NOT WORRYING ABOUT IMPRESSING, ONLY ABOUT PROGRESSING...

2008-12-01T19:07:00.000-08:00

With the Holiday season in full swing, and lots going on, it is more difficult to have the luxury of time for creative endeavors, and this causes anxiety, for creative juices have to flow, they simply have to...

I have been so busy for the past 10 days that I am exhausted, but, I have to write, it is what I am and what I do. There were times when I was so tired I would come here and try to write, and from pure exhaustion, could not complete a post, though I did drop some ideas to work on. I feel overloaded with thoughts, which can cause many facets of me to pour forth...

Focus, attention, and discipline, all components of managing time. Time which seems to rush by without notice, especially during the Holidays. I am sure it is felt by most people, and many of us have to make choices along the way about which task(s) are important, imperative, or worthy...

I think that the Universe would have it that I am a not so wealthy writer, for if I were wealthy, I might never remove myself from my chair or desk, and that would be unhealthy. So, in light of the fact that I have to earn money where I can, in the best of my capacities, and pay my bills, I sometimes have to deal with making the choice, though it is liking leaving a child behind at a babysitter. Funny stuff, eh???

I like my life the way it is, for the most part. Sure, I would love to 'take off', but, I am sure that I have some lessons to learn yet before that happens, as I might go off on the deep end if it were to happen right now, in some areas. Otherwise, I am sanely sure that I am ready, oh yeah, I am ready to 'take off' in a big way...

I do not overly push myself to success, for I 'feel' things, such as timeliness, opportunity, and advantages. I am beyond that youthful stance of taking on the world, for the world has been mine, and while I enjoyed the power, I also abused that power on many levels, and thus, here I am, not bad off, but certainly, not where I could have been had I been wise to myself along the way. No, I am in no hurry, for truly, to me, much of the excitement is the ascent, and I rather enjoy the various stages along the journey, plus, with all of this wisdom which came from previous mistakes, I am more apt to take in what is going on, learning even more...

Some battle aging, and I might in a few, very few respects, but, for the most part, I love my age, I love the settled mellowness, and the casual pace. I can still feel the adrenaline of anticipation, and the excitement of accomplishment, no doubt. I simply do not feel the need to rush to the head of the line, I have enough sense to know that much of that line is going to become deficient, and I will be in better standing, if I simply take my time, observe, and learn along the way. Yes, age is gratifying in many ways, I am not ashamed to admit it...

So, again I pick up where I left off, not worrying about impressing, only about progressing, and hoping that the two will become synonymous along the way...

OFF SIDES...

2008-11-20T16:38:00.000-08:00

After being ill for a spell, I have lots of work to do, in every facet of my life. I am going to do the best I can do, and not stress, for I am not yet fully recuperated, and do not want to get sick again. 'Tis the season, and health is imperative to fight off winter bugs...

I have come to the conclusion that I must first empty my cup before I can move forward, and so, at this extremely busy time of the year, am trying to visualize just how that might work. It has to be done, for with so much on the table, I am seeing the possibility of err, of slack, of distraction, for I have allowed myself to be spread out in too many directions, some of which fit with others, some of which are way out there. So, it is time, to empty that cup, wash it out well, and refresh it with mindful intelligence, patience, and perseverance, that my end goals are not lost in one another...

It seems that I have allowed social networking interfere with my work to a large degree. It is like an addiction, I simply have to refresh my pages to see what is going on, what I might or might not be missing, and if there are any fresh advantages to be cultivated. I have to stop this, I have to learn how to make it a habit to check on my networks at only certain times or hours of the day, instead, focusing on tasks at hand. I wonder how many other people are overly involved in their networking, and how much faster they must hustle to catch up with their work, their creations, their directions???

At least I have caught myself before it is too late, before anything has really suffered, or gone astray. And, I have learned something, which makes the fact of being off sides more appreciative. Time to get back to the board, to the table, to the tasks at hand. My future requires the attention, and I demand that my future is as bright as I foresee it...

PLAYING IN TRAFFIC...

2008-11-16T14:28:00.001-08:00

Always so much more to learn, and with new trends popping up all of the time, it is nearly impossible to learn everything. This is one reason that social networking is so useful, you can add people to your list from almost every expertise, and gather information via their sites, without having to spend too much time learning from scratch, plus, if you have any questions, some are quite willing to answer, although, not everyone is that kind with their time...

Generating traffic has been iffy for me. While I have decent page rank, typically 3 or 4, and get a fair amount of traffic, I have not yet learned how to utilize all of the many traffic generating systems there are, which is an area I MUST work on, though, right now, it is difficult to find time to do it. Traffic comes easily for some, for others it is like being lost in space. There is much more to generating traffic than they would lead us to believe, for typical SEO does not generate that much traffic. No, you must find all of the available ways in order to build the flow to your site(s). I do know people who have tons of traffic without even knowing or understanding why they have so much traffic, but, they are few and far between, usually they are popular sites, such as comedy sites, tech sites, and Internet Marketing sites. The rest of us, especially writers, have to work hard to accumulate and hold onto traffic...

I have managed to build, but, it is not nearly enough for the years of effort I have put forth, which is alright, as long as I am not looking to grow, but, truth is, I AM looking to grow, and therefore, need to step it up a bit. Oh, I am lost in traffic solutions, but, I certainly will find a way...

I CAN'T WAIT TO WRITE...

2008-11-12T22:22:00.000-08:00

It used to be that I could and would write at any time of the day/night, no matter where I was, or what I was doing. That was before I became addicted to creating via the 'Net. Now, if I have to work or something, I cannot wait to get my screen lit up so I can let my fingers glide on the keyboard, as I release that which accumulated through the hours of my absence. I am not sure that I like this, for I wonder if I could yet sit down and write the old school way, upon paper. I must test this out today, for I am curious...

When I first started writing via the 'Net, I had a tough time making the transition, but, it was not long before I was loving, loving, loving the race of my fingers to catch up to the manifestation of my thoughts in their creative flow. Such a liberating experience, indeed...

Some say that I spend too much time writing, or that I am wasting words upon the world with no return. That is not how I see it. I have a seemingly limitless supply of thoughts, and to share them is my pleasure; if I should run out of words or expressions, I then have all of this to refer to. Not only that, this is simply a taste of what is yet to come of my creative mind. I feel that in sharing what creative ability I have is opening doors, some for reception, some for acceptance, some for acclaim, some for opportunity, some to leave my mark. To leave what exists within untapped or exposed would be a bigger shame than sharing it. That's my story, and I'm stickin' to it...

DO WE CREATE OUR OWN MISERY???

2008-11-06T08:18:00.000-08:00

Well, it has been a very eventful past week, with the most historical election, a new month, and much to do. Politics are not my game, but, this one had me bound, anxious, and worried. Worried for many reasons, many of which might have been propaganda originated, I don't really remember from where they came. All I know is, I am glad it is over, that we might return to some state of normalcy. Which is funny to say, because I wonder how 'normal' our country can ever be again, NOT because of the new President, but, because of the financial crisis, and the turmoil brewing on the foreign front, with Russia, Iran, and others. It truly DOES appear that a New World Order is progressively occurring, which is rather disturbing for this American...

Back to business. During the past few days, I was busy with physical work, clients, and so, fell behind on my sites, my studies, and other, therefore, it is catch up time. I have taken the liberty of giving myself a week off from clients, that I might fully catch up, for the Holidays are looming, and I need to get a head start on all of my work at home, as well as in preparation on my sites and my new businesses, which hopefully, can yet be unveiled by the 1ST of the New Year...

Some people freak when they have to play catch up. I see it as an opportunity to further my efforts, and, I guess, I know how to make sure that I have enough time to fully catch up, in fact, maybe getting even further ahead, that in busy seasons like the Holidays, I have room for err, time loss, and enjoyment. It is a matter of foresight, planning, and taking necessary steps to prevent overload. This has not always been the case, I have only learned this in the past couple of years, having allowed one stressful Holiday to bring me down to the point of illness. I am not willing to relive that ever again. The human mind can accommodate any obstacle; there truly is a solution within us, it is merely tapping into it, honing it, and perhaps, believing that it can be done...

I used to scoff at the statement, "You create your own misery", for I know firsthand that misery can often be handed off to you, however, I have learned this; how you react to misery, how you devise effort to rid of it, is surely aligned with this statement. You DO have the opportunity to correct anything! If you wallow in negative, then you will stay there for longer than necessary. If you proclaim that this too, can be overcome, then you will arise above said misery. See what I mean? So, all in all, it is very true, you do create your own misery, or at the very least, prolong it...

You are what you are because of what you perceive you are. If you feel like a loser, you have created that mindset, and if you hold onto it, it will be hard as hell to get away from. So, it is best to convince yourself, no matter what, that you are capable, strong, intelligent, and as worthy as any successful person out there. Remember this, they each had a point of start, a point of mentality, and point when they decided and declared their victory, and pursued that thought pattern, in a do or die attitude...

CONSTANCY...

2008-11-02T15:49:00.000-08:00

There is a thing called constancy, it is consistent, persistent, strong, and sure, and if you adhere to its guidance, you will be able to fulfill whatever you most desire...

Within constancy, is ability, perseverance, deliberation, focus, plus, the capacity to change direction with ease, for you are sure of your end goal, and will be inspired to meet all challenges along the way head on. Within constancy there is no room for negativity, there is no need for doubt, for you are already convinced that what you set out to do, you will do, regardless if it is exactly as you envisioned or not...

I live in constancy, for I know where I am going, and without constancy, the day to day obstacles, might hinder or even halt my getting there. Constancy keeps my mind and actions focused on one thing, the end goal, also allowing me the time to cultivate that regardless of what might occur along the way...

Constancy is a strong frame of mind; it is distinguished by action. It is focus personified, and there is only one result from it, success, as it will not allow you to falter until your goal is manifested. It is a component of 'believe to achieve'; it should be honed to perfection, that it enhances and enables your every action...

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU????

2008-10-31T11:03:00.001-07:00

I have heard many times in recent months, "It is all about me!"... I have witnessed also, the tendency towards self, in business dealings, personal encounters, and in writings. Being confident is one thing, being self inclined, self professed, and self obsessed are, well, over the top, in my opinion...

Yes, to some degree, it should be all about you, however, there can not be a fully rounded you without the components of those, and that, around you. Does that make sense? You cannot sit and proclaim that you are 'the' diva/duke of the world in your particular field, as there is simply, too much competition. Myself, I do not tend to deal with self proclaimed genius', as I have had that experience one too many times, and always came up less than satisfied, or with less than promised...

THE MANIFESTATION OF THE OCTOPUS MENTALITY...

2008-10-26T17:31:00.000-07:00

How far can I go? Can I truly accomplish all of my dreams, even though dreams are inspired almost daily? Do I have what it takes to add to my list of 'to-do's, and manage a growing list, while aspiring ever higher???

Such questions are answered by a persons ability to keep things 'real', within their scope of coping, within their limits of management, and within the boundaries of how well they are at multi-tasking. I know I can operate at least 3 different businesses at one time, but, if I keep adding to those, will I be as effective as I might if I limit myself? I think that if you put off certain things while you get others running smoothly, stable, and soundly, that you can add as much as you can handle. The trick is in keeping up with yourself, then your responsibilities, and obligations, be they personal or business related...

I am sure that we can create an octopus like structure within our own lives, for we already pretty much do that anyway. It is like this, have one base business, then branch out; it could be different facets which relate to your base business, or it could be your creative endeavors, which might work well within the basic infrastructure. It is a matter of timing, knowledge, and management, each of which have many factors included in their structures...

Almost everyone is flying on the idea of multiple streams of income, as certain notables, such as Donald Trump, and others, have made the concept popular, even understandable for the common person. Plus, given the economic crisis which we are facing, it is only logical to find as many ways to increase as possible, so that decrease does not reveal its ugly head in our lives...

Some are very gifted at finding ways to increase; others struggle, unsure, and few are willing to help them along the way. Believe me, you can do it on your own. I am no expert, still, I have been around long enough to know some of the strategies, and some of the obstacles, as well as this, you merely have to make the decision, find something which is intricate to your overall nature, and find products, ideas, and foundations for building upon them. It can be done! It might be slow, but, progress of any kind, even slow, is progress, bottom line!!!

CHANGE CAN BE AMAZING...

2008-10-22T20:37:00.000-07:00

Life is pretty amazing, isn't it? I mean, it gives us so much crap, and just when you think it sucks, it gives you something to bewilder and astound you...

We go through some wretched changes through the course of our time on this Earth, and that is not necessarily bad, it merely means that we are being shaken up a bit, which probably keeps us going in the first place, think???

People tend to battle change. They like to be tucked in safe and warm, and want to continue feeling the comfort and security of that place. GET REAL!!! Yes, it would be wonderful to some extent, but, how much would you grow, how exciting would that be? I suppose some just don't care about much more, which is fine for them, but, me, I gotta have more. I like change, even though it sometimes hurts, confuses, and toys with my brain, it is usually a positive thing, for we up a level, and learn along the way. I enjoy using my wit, brawn, brain, and whatever else life's happenings call for. Actually, I enjoy challenges, especially when it means baring myself, for the rawness of exposure being tested by the situation stimulates, and promotes growth. Growth of many facets of my being, which means I am acquiring along the way, in my estimation, that is what it is all about...

I am a restless spirit on an endless flight; being stuck in a cocoon just doesn't appeal to me, even though, there are times when I wish it were that easy. Sometimes I think those who are ignorant to growth are blessed, but, nah, not really, for they are basically not going anywhere too quick, which is fine for them, but not for me...

Some wonderful changes are in the works for me right now! I am excited, pumped, poised, and ready to ride the wave to the result of the change, yeah baby. I can visualize the changes result and it is excellent. I know, it might not be exactly as I see it, but, hey, I know how to tweak until it is close, that is one thing about being a veteran of change, I know how to tweak, and how to modify, and how to make it work!!!

CROSSROADS...

2008-10-21T10:14:00.000-07:00

Changing directions in pursuit of dreams, goals, and objectives, often means letting go of things which are as near and dear as your heart. This can cause one to pause, or to, second guess their direction, and while it is normal to wonder if giving up certain things is productive, we should not let letting go stop us from reaching to the stars...

Why must we let go of certain things? There are as many answers for that as there are things to consider when striving for the best. One reason is that they might take from your overall effort, either in time, or in mentality, or even in emotional ways. True, letting go of certain things will pull resistance at emotional levels, but, we can adapt easily, if we keep our focus on our end goal...

Striving to fulfill, means that we have to restructure our entire life. We have to live in the mindset of what our objectives are, and arrange our lives to enhance these that we are more honed to acting in favor of achieving that which we have decided upon. Some things might simply be put aside, others have to be eliminated entirely, for they will serve no purpose to the decided results we have laid out for ourselves. Crossroads, if you will, are as much a part of growth as is action; they will further enable you to reach your potential, and should not be regretted, but understood as necessity...

I have come to such crossroads, and am struggling with some things which I have to relinquish, for they are as much a part of me as my breath, still, they serve no real purpose to my established direction, to my ultimate end goal, therefore, I must let them go...

Time is relevant, and with only 24 hours in a day, of which 8 are used for sleep, and 4 are used for such things as awakening, showering, dressing, relaxing, and chores, errands and such, that leaves only 12 hours to fulfill our deepest desires: therefore, if we have too much else going on, it will interfere with our purpose, it will tie up time which could be used toward the end goal, and will cause drain of thought, emotion, and energy, each of which could be useful toward achieving that we have decided upon. So, you see, it is imperative to part ways with things which zap our resources...

Crossroads, decisions, parting of the ways, restructuring, applying available time, energy, emotion, and mentality; each are components of manifesting that which we have chosen to do, it involves maturity, reasoning, understanding, and total acceptance of the decisions we have made. Crossroads; will they ever stop occurring? Probably not, unless you are willing to accept less than your full potential...

A REALITY BITE...

2008-10-19T19:22:00.000-07:00

I just had a reality bite me in the, well, you know! I see now that despite my efforts, despite my countless hours of research, work, and effort, I fell into the totally wrong direction in my dealings here online. Let me clarify this, when I first came to the Internet, I was a total novice, and everything I have learned, I have taught myself, and while I am proud of the strides I have made, I see that I went on some wrong, and awfully long roads on the journey to discovery. Perhaps there was reason for this, I am not sure at this point, but, I see that I fell into the wrong advices, and have been dealing with the wrong people. Now that I see, can I rush to correct this? Probably not, will still have a long path back to the light, but, at least now I can see where the light is, for the most part...

I yet believe that the time spent this far has not been worthless or wasted. NO, I believe that things happen for a reason, and perhaps this experience will be useful to others via me one day. Lord, I have been so foolish, all along thinking along the lines of old misinformation, and here I am, not one step closer to fulfilling my intentions than I was a year ago, in respects of making a name for myself. Hmmmmn, this is humbling, but, it is not surprising, for when you are uninformed, undirected, then surely you will fumble along until the truth strikes you in the ****!!!!

BELIEVE IN YOURSELF, ALWAYS...

2008-10-19T11:38:00.000-07:00

Why is it so difficult for people to believe in themselves, and when they finally do, why are there so many to oppose that self belief, or attempt to make them believe that their belief is in vain???

It is like this: if I don't believe in myself, who else is going to? I have always had belief in myself, though I might be uncertain about the details, overall, I have believed in my abilities, capabilities, capacities, and intelligence. If I had not, I would not have survived and overcome the many difficulties have faced, and would have never grown past the point of those situations...

It doesn't matter to me that someone opposes me, for that only further fuels my determination, my drive, and my will to get the job done. Does that sound rather spiteful? Well, a tinge of it might be spite, but, mostly, it truly does inspire me when negative people try to suck my wind, as I am strong in belief of eliminating negativity each time it arrives...

People should not try to discourage other people, even though they often do it so that they might be in better standing, for instance, if they want monopoly on a certain market and such. But, that can sometimes work against them, for when there are competitors, then there is a built in gauge as to how good your services are, does that make sense? People then have the option to try other competitors and if they come back to you, that means that you have shown in all respects that your services are the best. So, I say to you that competition is a good thing, and should never be wiped out...

Families should not attempt to discourage their loved ones either, as it is selfishly motivated, and in the long run, supporting them might lead to a better life for all involved and concerned...

Believe in yourself, don't let naysayers or wind stalkers hinder or stop you in your goals, for they do not have your best interests in mind or heart. Believe in yourself so much so that you can build a castle from a single grain of sand, well, you know what I mean. In that belief, feed yourself positive mental images, and keep the positive mentality ever growing and glowing, for it is in positivity that manifestation of all things occur...

A WEEK OF PONDER...

2008-10-16T10:00:00.000-07:00

This has been a very strange week, full of odd occurrences, emotion, and ponder, and I have fallen into the depths of it, which is unusual, for ordinarily, I do not allow myself to feel every little thing which happens. Perhaps the moon cycle, who knows???

Wow, my Biblical studies are more than tough, they are twisting my mind around here and there. It is difficult, for when you are studying such, the mentality of the instructor is also imperative to your responses, as all religious dialogue might be. I have to stick with it, for I am determined to learn all I can and to nail it, but, it is a tough journey...

I think that I have become more determined in my resolve; at least I can see more discipline, more effort, and more actuality of moving things around to fit my direction, which is, indeed, helping to see realization, however slight that might be at this point...

Today's lessons are tomorrows path to manifestation, and yesterdays are always imperative to the future for one major reason, they taught us something which we need today...

I have 5 busy days coming up, work, studies, more work, and household tasks as well. I would rather the 5 days be Mon. thru Fri., but, my schedule is often against the grain. I should be used to it, I have been doing it for years, but, right now with the change of the seasons, my body is resisting and rebelling a bit, which makes it less inclined to cooperate. Ha! After this bout of busyness, it will steady a bit, and I will have more time to focus on what I really want to do...

I am so excited about my new business which I hope to present to the world soon, but, have come against some financial roadblocks for the time being. Still, the anticipation is burning in me, and while it might take a while for it to render reward, I just can't wait to get it out there. Ah, the newness of projects are the drive which keep us going, think???

Well, I am off, got lots to do. Blessings and peace, and keep those dreams burning from the soul outward, that they meld into truth...

AFFILIATE PROGRAMS, VIABLE OR DENIABLE???

2008-10-15T08:57:00.000-07:00

There are some things in life which cause one to wonder which way to go with them, as they might be more trouble than worth, or might take more time than will ever justify the effort, and so forth. I have been trying to taper things to fit my life, that my efforts are not constant or troubling, but productive and rewarding. This does not include people, though in some instances it surely could...

I think that you come to a certain point in life where you simply know which is worth the effort, without wasting too much time. Although, I admit, that I wonder if I have given certain things enough time, though in my heart of hearts I know they are a waste. We have been led to believe that if you take on something that you should see it through, however, I have learned that this is not always the best mentality, for if it is going to be worthless in the long run, there is little gain from the overall experience, save for teaching you that some things are simply not worth the effort or time...

Although we might truly want something to work in our favor, some things just never will, so, why do we spend so much time trying to make them work for us? Sure, there are those rare times when after massive effort and attention that things will swing around to our favor, but, these too, you will most likely be able to detect along the way, which explains the hanging with them...

Affiliate marketing is one of those things which just might cause such dilemma, as they tell you to stick with it, that over time, the effort will reward you, and for some, or for some products that might be, still, I am beginning to believe that this has merely been stated that the owners of the products have sellers in place for their own gain, never really caring how much the affiliate themselves have applied or lost...

True, there are some affiliate programs which 'seem' to make peoples efforts pay off, but, do they really? I am at crossroads with all of this, determined to find a final analysis, and then to react based on the whole truth of the matter, for my time is being sucked up by affiliations which have not produced in several years. In the beginning, I thought if I could hang on, if I could learn the ins and outs, if I could also use the sales copy for personal gain, that it might eventually be worthy, but, this day, I am lost in the time I have wasted. I have sought advice, mentors, and have devoured every information available about affiliate marketing, all to no avail. Perhaps it is my lack, still, I hear and see many with negative results and opinion of the overall affiliate marketing tactics...

SOCIAL/NETWORKING, THE CONTRADICTIONS, THE EMPTINESS, THE MISINTERPRETATIONS...

2008-10-14T20:24:00.000-07:00

I have much to say about SOCIAL NETWORKING, indeed, I do! There seems to be a huge contradiction in the phrase itself, for Networking is generally for business, and while, yes, you can be social and network, of course, online, social networking is seriously, a contradiction...

Some communities can boast that they are Social Networks, for the people who are in the community seem to understand HOW to be social and network at the same time. Other communities fall short of this goal, for the people are more concerned about doing business than they are being social; there is NOTHING wrong with this, however, such a community should have a split face, that is, there should be a face for socializing, and then a face for networking, although, if people know HOW to do both, then they can...

The problem with Marketers using SOCIAL networking is that they are not being social, or even friendly. They are gathering 'friends' to add to their list, but, never respond to any connection from said friends, and are more or less looking to do nothing more than to sell. In fairness, some of these people are really busy, and some of them do make some friends along the way, but, for the most part, they are merely collecting names to add to their referral lists, mailings, and such, which again, is fine, but, do they have to be so cold, calculating, and calloused along the way???

It should be that if there are thousands of Marketers in the same network, and there is a social network attached, that the people who intend to use the community for social reasons not have to deal with the snobbery of those who think that their presence is more viable than those who are not selling, selling, selling. I understand that you have the right to delete anyone you wish from your list, and that you do not have to take on anyone you don't want on your list, however, you really do not know who is what and so forth, until you have been snubbed or treated like you are not worthy because you are not a Marketer. And here too, there is quite a wide divide about what a Marketer is. I am a Marketer of certain products, but, my products do not meet the high standards of so called elite Marketers, and that really bums me. I mean, who decided what is more substantial, and when did this happen? I tell you, I have missed the mother ship a few times on my journey here in cyberland...

The best overall community I have found this far is definitely My Blog Log, even though there is SOME discrimination and separation, for the most part, people know how to Socialize and Market at the same time without making the 'little' guy feel less than worthy, AND, there are lots of people there who are willing to help the 'little' guy in his quest to advance and learn more, often for the sake of FRIENDING, not for the sale...

Much more to come...

I AM A BLOGGER? IS THAT A NASTY NAME???

2008-10-12T01:32:00.000-07:00

Ya know, I am getting danged tired of people referring to me as a 'blogger'! I might blog, dear people, but, I am much more than a blogger! I have been writing steadily since I was 13 yrs. old, and while I have had some poems published, have won 6 awards, and have much going for me, I blog to share myself and my thoughts, however, that does not separate me from a serious writer, does it???

True, I should NOT share all that comes forth from me, and I SHOULD have a visible website, still, does this mean that I am less than any other writer because I do, and don't??? Please, no one can determine what is right for me, can they? And, does that mean that I don't cut the grade if I don't promote myself in the ways of the usual world???

Look, I am what I am. I love blogging, but, that does not classify me as a blogger, does it? If it does, so what? I have had many people turn their noses up at me because I blog. One woman even told me, "Oh bloggers, all they do is war with each other!" I was like, "Excuse me?" "What are you talking about?" She went on to say that in 'her' estimation, all bloggers do is battle with each other, society, and with REAL network marketers. Hmmmmn, I don't need her opinion to rule my direction, and while she is married to a family member, I really don't have much respect for her snotty arse anyway, 'nuff said...

I have REAL purpose in blogging, and granted, I might be overly exposing, or overly sharing what I COULD be making money off of, HOWEVER, I KNOW what I am doing, and I KNOW my purpose here, and is it really any one else's concern or business???

Am I a loser because I share my poetry for free? Am I less than a writer because I BLOG? What is up with the judgemental attitudes of people who own websites against bloggers? I have a website, and have yet to introduce it to the world for I am not convinced that websites are better or more visible than blogs, especially since the number of bloggers is higher than ever imagined, And, blogging has become a platform for even the largest of businesses...

Give me a break! I am a grown woman, a writer, and as creative as you can imagine. My blogging does not limit me, it introduces me. Plain and simple. Yes, I have greater works in the bag, waiting for the right moment to reveal them, but, until them, the most cost effective, and most visible way I can make my name known is to blog. Those of you who feel that you have to have a PRODUCT first, and then a blog, are on your own as far as I am concerned, for my first product is myself, and whatever I can reap from revealing myself around the blogosphere, whatever impression I can make, and whatever creativity I expose, is all for a greater purpose. Go ahead, decide that I am wasting time, I will see you at the top!!!

A NEGATIVE DISPOSAL STATION AND THE WEEKEND...

2008-10-10T11:41:00.000-07:00

'Everybody's working for the weekend'... Yay, another week has passed, time to let down our armor, and enjoy life a bit. Even in the worst of times, people find ways to cut loose, to forget, and to find some peace, and that is all good...

A weekend should be a time of rejuvenation, retrospect, and reflection of all the positives of the week behind. Those who carry negativity into their weekend are defeating their time off, for that negativity will only bring more of the same their way...

Everyone should have a visually mental negativity disposal area in their home. It could be at the entrance, or a bedroom, an office, or even the bath area. What is important is to RID of the excess weight of the negative of the preceding week, that you can ah, relax, unwind, and find a new inspiration for the coming week...

It is best to have the disposal area as convenient as possible so that you can quickly shake off the negative vibes and aura, that those around you might not be subjected to it at all, they have had their share of it too. This is an area where humans fail each other, they feel that their load is bigger than the other persons, which is in simple words, just wrong. No one can assess how affected one is over the other when it comes to bearing the negatives of the world, work, and such...

Where ever you have your negative disposal station, simply imagine that you can take it and dispose of it, and say, "I refuse to be burdened with negativity." When you train yourself to rid and let go of negatives, then you can begin to enjoy life in the moment. Of course, there is no guarantee that there won't be any negatives over the weekend, but, if you are rid of the previous negatives, then the new ones won't pile up and exceed your tolerance...

After you have shed the weeks negatives, find ways to cater to yourselves and to your world. Do things which make you happiest, even in the midst of catching up on chores, shopping, and such. For instance, most men love sports, and can get lost in the competition of the weekends. Then there are those of us who love music, reading, antiquing, you get the picture. If you have children, make sure there is at least one great family shared experience, that you bond and feel the glow of great times shared. You see what I mean, right???

Stress leads to diseases of ALL kinds, ruins relationships, and create cynical people, so, it is best to find ways to rid of it, and a negative disposal station is a great place to start, as it trains the mind to actually look forward to coming home and alleviating all that which makes us uptight and tense....

Well, I am off to get ready for a weekend of my own time and fun. Take care, and shed that excess, it is nothing more than pent up emotionalism and cannot be resolved with more of the same...

DIVERSE ACTION AS OPPOSED TO REACTION...

2008-10-09T08:40:00.000-07:00

Any and all times, in the world of business, call for diversity, but now, more than ever, one will have to be very diverse to make it in these trying financial times...

One will have to determine how to make supplies last longer, how to cut costs, how to offer quality without breaking the bank, how to curb on unnecessary expenses, how to cut employ hours without hurting them, and well, there are simply lots of areas where diversity will have to play its role. There might even come a time when many will do trade work, for instance, offering your service for someone else's service, that there is no money exchanged, it just might come to that in certain areas of business...

Along these lines, there is also the probability of adding related services, creating totally unrelated and new services, cost effectively, and even creating new sources of income just to keep your primary business afloat. Such times call for mounds of thought, creativity, and action...

I read an article of how to keep your business prospering in these uncertain times, and they suggest that you recall past prospects, pull out your old Rolodex, and other such, even suggesting that you call on a company who needs your products competitors. Yes, I see the need for each of these, still, they are not all that creative, it is merely something most would have considered in the first place...

Like I said before, the results of this financial crisis on your business will largely reflect on what type of business you are in. For small business owners with viable products and services, there might be few changes or losses during these times, for others, times could prove to be tough, which means diverse action from every angle. Some will make the mistake of thinking they are safe, as it might take a while for the ripples of the economy to touch certain businesses, my advice to everyone, act like your business will be affected and go forward from that perspective, that way you are prepared for what might or might not come, and will have learned some lessons about curtailing expenses along the way, I know I have already...

One thing to keep in mind is that the face of business is ever changing, ever evolving, even in the best of times, but, when the pressure is on, that is the best time to take stock of your reaction, your habits, and your overall handling of your business. You will see that there are indeed, many ways to curb spending and yet provide quality, and there are numerous ways to make your client base work for you. If per chance your client base might deteriorate in these times, foresee this and get out there to grab what you can. If you can stay afloat in these times then that is worth its weight in gold, and if you see that you might not, create something new to offer and work that until things straighten out, which could be up to 10 years, but, more than likely 5-7 years...

THE FINANCIAL CRISIS AND ITS EFFECT ON BUSINESSES...

2008-10-07T08:46:00.000-07:00

So many of us are asking, "How will the current economical, financial, market crisis affect my business?" There is no certain answer for this question, for many factors are at play here, and the reverberations have barely begun, as we are seeing in the foreign markets of the world...

Mostly, it is going to correlate to what kind of business you own. Those in realty, mortgage, finance, and other related fields are going to feel it almost immediately, those in other fields might not feel it initially, but, as the aftershocks tremble around the globe, almost every business will feel the effects of this time. Some businesses, especially very small businesses, might not feel much at all, if their existing clients are financially secure already, but, picking up new business might be much more difficult than it was before all of this, as people rush to protect themselves financially, they will be more reluctant to pay for many services...

In times such as these, creativity, and concessions have to be made, in regards to pricing for usual services. Many will have to lower their prices in order to continue to make money, and cut back on aspects of the overall business and expenses. In short, it is time to be frugal, and in that frugality, to be creative at every imaginable turn. You might not get ahead in these times, but, if you can hold steady through such, you will have proven your business skills...

I understand the panicky feeling of this, believe me, I do, however, that is the last thing you want to do, for then, you are not operating in full potential, and your creativity is lost in the well of emotionalism, therefore, it might hurt your business even more. Now is time to be the strongest business person you can possibly be, attempt to keep everyone around you in a good frame of mind, for the positive of one persons mentality, can spill over into many facets of life, personal, business, and much more. When all around us is bleak, one positive person is like sunshine, and the domino effect will lighten the load all the way around. It is best to understand what you are up against fully, then, to make light of this situation as much as feasible, the results of maintaining humor and strength will amaze you, thus, sparking confidence in your every contact with others. The lessons learned in these times will be valuable...

I am ready to unveil a new business, and though current economical trends are against my success, I am not going to let that stop me. It might certainly slow me down, but, I will prevail. This is one reason I believe in several sources of income, that your projects are not going to suffer while you try to pay the bills. I still believe that I can make this work, and luckily, it is a product which everyone uses and needs, so, I am positive that I can make it work, despite the financial outlook of the day; it simply calls for more creative marketing, appeal, and other factors to make it stand out, when every one's mind is honed to survival...

In conclusion, hard hit mainstream business, to tiny one man business, will feel the effects of the financial crisis of this day, however, perseverance, attitude, creativity, and humor will sustain the worst of times. I believe that there will be many great lessons to learn along the way, and when this is all behind us, business will be on a much better level, and certainly, many owners of businesses will have learned that they are not as important as they perceived they were prior to this occurrence, which means that the ways of doing business will be much more honest, honorable, and appreciated by everyone involved...

Stand steadfast, keep your humor, be of good mind, and carry on the best you can, this too, will pass...

TIME THIEVES...

2008-10-06T10:05:00.001-07:00

Time thieves, so many time thieves, and so much, so very much to do...

Great way to start the week, however, there is need to determine these thieves of time, and then eliminate as many of them as possible, that we can fulfill that which is most imperative, most rewarding, and most profitable in each day, for when the thieves of time rob us, we are left with many imbalances, which take even more time to eliminate or resolve...

I have discovered recently that my goals, my aspirations are not going to happen in a clear time frame until I rid of time thieves, of distractions, of procrastination influences; while it is going to take some time to rid of these, I can focus more effectively having recognized this simple truth...

Goals/directions should be laid out clearly. Each day something, anything towards this goal/direction must be done, for every effort counts. If you have an extraordinarily busy day, still make an effort to complete one step towards your end goal, for it is imperative, and while it might not seem like much, it really is, for every wall built, if only one brick went in on some days, it was one brick closer to the finished wall, and was important to the overall success in completion, right???

There are ways to do everything, there really are. It is focus which makes the difference in our drive, and which keeps us ever working toward the end; without focus, we are lost in a maze of the days happenings, and might forget completely about finishing anything...

A time to sleep, a time to work, a time to play, a time to relax, a time to just be; all are important when planning your time, for they are intertwined to make the whole of you, creating balance, harmony, and peace...

Time is a thief, however, with some discipline, it is also manageable. Managing your time merely assists you to realizing that which you set out to do faster, even with some short cuts along the way, and keeps the balance in your every day. Managing time also includes knowing, admitting, and curtailing yourself and your distractions. For instance, if you know that you are not an early morning riser, you start your time schedule from like noon on, giving yourself time to awaken, eat, shower, dress, and get motivated, for when you rush around, you forget details, dates, and much worse. Time management is mostly geared to you and your lifestyle than to anything else, even if you work for someone else, it is still your time to manage, even with deadlines, meetings, marketing, and so on, for if you are not at peak performance, you are not going to get very far, so manage your time for YOU, which means, if you have to be at work at 6 a. m., manage your time from 4 a. m., that you are able to be the best you, and gather the most results from your efforts...

Time is a thief, but, that thief can be trained. Time is on your side if you allow time to be on your side. Time is relative only to you and your life, remember that. While it might seem that time belongs to work and more, that is your livelihood, your life, and therefore, that time is relative only to you, so start managing time designed for YOU, not for your external world, although certainly that external world is imperative, still, it is YOU for which time ticks...

EXCESS...

2008-10-03T11:05:00.000-07:00

Oh man, I cannot believe what a week or two of not keeping up on email and such can create; what a mess! Now I am deep into investing time to sort and delete and respond, wow!

There are certain daily habits, such as email, which cannot be ignored, for when you do, they are monstrous to handle with everything else you have to do, and, as I discovered, the windows of opportunity might be limited, and so, with a disciplined mind, one must stay on top of all aspects of life, online or off...

Multiple email addy's are sometimes less effective than they are supposed to be. It just adds more to the to do list, and eats up more time. I had always heard and thought that it was effective to have several addy's but, not any more. I am going to rid of at least 2, as I am tired of the overload, and having to sign in, sort, read, and respond, it is just too much for me, it is almost like you need an assistant to handle such, still, how effective would that be???

Well, I have learned more lessons this week, and am seeing that I need to taper my spreading out on the 'Net. I have too much to do, plus, a life to live, and do not care to be swamped with needless time consuming mail all over the board...

Organizing is much easier when we keep it simple, when we keep it pertinent to our purposes, think? It used to be much easier a while ago, but, perhaps I was not as determined as I am now, and perhaps distractions did not disrupt me as they do now. I also have to unsubscribe from way too many newsletters, as I cannot possibly read all of them, I need to narrow down to those which are aligned with my direction, and forget the rest. Since I have so many sites, I subscribed to many different things, each pertinent to a particular site, for research and information gathering, but, since a lot of my sites have been pushed to the back burner for a while, it is time to rid of that burden. It is really funny to write this, or to even think about the overload I created for myself. Ha!

Well, it was an interesting week, and am looking forward to the weekend, though, this weekend is a busy one. Next week will see me focusing more on getting on track, clearing out extra weight, and dropping useless stuff. It almost appears that I will need about 2 full weeks to sort through and rid of excess, and that is not good, not at all, but, I suppose it happens, eh?

Am off to do some domestic things, and then go shopping. Come Sunday evening, I will sit down, hopefully, refreshed, and ready to take on the world, tackle the excess, and begin more focus on the pertinent. Take care, blessings and peace...

CYCLES OF REALIZING DREAMS...

2008-09-29T15:30:00.000-07:00

Some moments, hours, days, weeks, or months, seem more optimal, more promising than others. It is as if we go through moon cycles of being sure, strong, and actually seeing progress, then there are the times when almost nothing seems to be cooperating with our effort, or our positive mentality...

It is in these times when it is difficult to keep at it, but, it is also in these times, when we MUST keep at it, for these times are potentially damaging to the end gain. People get down, depressed, discouraged, fearful, and simply feel like it is not worth the effort. Human nature thrives on positive feedback, or assurance that what they are doing is not in vain, although we all know that constant reassurance is not possible, we yet seek it in some form...

These times are when you need to focus on the end goal, the premise of your effort, and the happiness you will feel when you finally accomplish what you are striving for. Focus, determination, and discipline will be useful tools in these times, for they will keep you forging ahead, and keep you busy enough that you might not notice the down side of things...

If the down times are persistent, then, one must make assessments about this as well. Could it be that your goal is more than you can handle? Is it out of alignment with you and your core values, lifestyle, and other such? Is it something which has grown into a monster instead of a pet project? Will it wind up costing you in the long run; emotionally, physically, financially? It is sometimes a sign when things are constantly going against you that is time to move on, so, careful considerations must be made. It might simply bring resolve to ways to tweak here and there, so that things are back on track...

Above all, sanity and happiness quotients are imperative, for they are strongholds as we persevere, and they make each moment seem viable, so, be there for yourself first, and for your goals secondly, although, in all actuality, it must be a synchronized and harmonious combination of these and many factors...

When the bad moon arises, turn to the sun for light, be that in fantasy or reality, find ways to bring the light back into your life, for without it, no matter what you accomplish, it will not illuminate if it is shrouded by darkness...

ONE STEP CLOSER...

2008-09-26T16:09:00.000-07:00

I have begun being more disciplined, which has taken time from posting, but, sometimes we have to make trades to get to our desired station, think?

I am taking Biblical classes, and while they are fascinating, they are thought inducing, so much so that one's mind feels bent at times, plus, they are very time consuming, for there is tons of reading, discussion, and synopsis to be done, still, I am very glad that I made the decision to commit my time to this area of study, as it will serve me well in the direction which I am heading...

One step at a time. I have spent roughly 4 years posting, researching, searching, and gathering, failing, wondering, and wishing. One day it hit me, I have been trying to be like everyone else, when I am decidedly different in the first place, so, why not follow that which best fits my personality and desires, and shortly after, things began popping up here and there, as if signs that I am on the right track. I still have to re-learn self-discipline, for I have spoiled myself in the past 4 years, and we all know that was a mistake, a costly mistake, but, one from which I can learn from and use in the future...

I am one who likes to have many outlets. I am a creative, artistic, and bohemian sort of person, my interests are many, plus, I love to learn as much as my brain can handle, and this too, has served to distract and slow me down, so, I have to take it easy, one thing at a time, well, maybe two things, and when they are up and running, then I can move on to the next items on my extensive, 'GOTTA DO IT' list...

All in all, outside of taking time away from pleasureful things, I am happy with the progress I am seeing this far, and know that the effort will be well worth it. Another week gone; in fact, almost another month gone, and I am truly, one step closer to realizing my dreams!!! That is ALL good, my friends, ALL good...

MY INCANDESCENT PRESENCE IN CYBERSPACE...

2008-09-23T17:23:00.000-07:00

Can it be, or should it surprise me, that amongst billions of people on the WWW, I am rather invisible? What is it that I am lacking that makes me oblivious to the millions who scour the Internet daily? While most of my sites (blogs) have a page rank of 4, I rarely hear from anyone who reads my work. I do not feel slighted, it is understandable that in the masses, one could easily be picked over, instead, I am trying to find that magical formula which will set me apart from so many others. I know a few things I could do, but, they are out of bounds for my terms of morality, decency, and integrity... Ha!

Perseverance does pay off, but, for how long must one persevere? The answer to that is actually quite simple: AS LONG AS IT TAKES! There is also the alternative, when you are tired of it, and give up...

Believe me, if you knew me, you would know that I do not waste time on trivial pursuits. Time is too short. No, I only hang tight when I BELIEVE, or foresee, or feel something is coming, in which case, after my years here, I still believe, foresee, and feel SOMETHING, which keeps me hanging tough...

I got tired of sifting through the mountains of information geared at setting one's site(s) on fire, and went in other directions. Perhaps it is time to study some more. I wish SOMEONE could tell me what it is that I lack, for I know people who do not have much to offer, who are making a big name for themselves on the WWW, and try as I might, I cannot figure out what they have. If I could just figure it out, I would be able to make the necessary changes, improvements, or what have you, and be on my way...

Perhaps I am not typical, and perhaps my work, which is writing, takes too much time for others to scour through, and I can relate to that, but, there must be some place for writers to be read in this space we call cyberspace, think???

It does not really matter. I have a specific reason for being here, and I intend to fulfill that reason. My day will come, of that I am sure. In the meantime, I will continue to produce, persevere, and learn, all of which will be useful for me in the future anyway...

Excuse me while I fade once again into the blackness of cyberspace, though, honestly, you have probably seen me here and there, as I tend to shimmer and shine, all with a purple hue, as I make the rounds, explore the possibilities, and assess the constant newbies who appear each second in the spaces of the WWW...

KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON...

2008-09-21T17:47:00.000-07:00

A dream, a chance, a manifestation of the seemingly impossible: such is the realization of effort, of cultivation, of determination, of motivation, of drive, of confidence, of fulfillment, and of reaping the rewards of making things happen for yourself...

When we are younger, we seem to feel that someone might make things happen for us, we have this romantic ideal that magic will occur and we will arise to heights unknown, without having to do much more than be ourselves. Ah, we live and learn, don't we???

Blessed are the youth who realize that THEY are responsible for their acclaim, for they will, indeed, arise, with effort, perseverance, determination, fortitude, and strong will. The others will not come into themselves until later in life, and will feel that their chances are gone. One thing, chances are NEVER gone. Once you decide upon something, if you apply certain steps and principles, you can do whatever you want, of course, it might be on a different level than if you were yet young, but, that is alright, it will still be something to celebrate, think???

Focus, action, and keeping on top of progress take you from a thought to realization. There is no guarantee that you will succeed at any thing, but, just to get from thought to realization, is a great feat, and can teach you so much along the way. We all make mistakes, we all have short sight, long sight, fallacies, and might not succeed in particular areas. Don't let that stop you, not ever. The more you learn, the more you fail, the more likely you are to finally succeed, so, keep on keepin' on, the end result is just another action away...

LESSONS IN THE LIFE...

2008-09-19T11:06:00.000-07:00

Do you learn something new each day, or at least every week? Do you contemplate that which you learned? I find it exciting to have new ideas, thoughts, and events to ponder, to note, and to savor, for I love to learn. Some of the most exciting things learned are rather obscure, though when they surface, it provides a feeling almost like a rush, for these obscure lessons are often the most important ones. Like discovering that you can do this to get to there; you know what I mean, right???

This week I learned the lesson of getting enough sleep. Yes, I have always known that sleep is important, but, without enough sleep, life falls apart, though you might be able to perform, you are not performing at best, which to me, is very important. I was sleep deprived and bad, but, for the past 2 days, have slept sound and long, which makes me already feel better; they say it takes a week to catch up on hours of sleep lost, and I can tell you, I feel it...

I also learned something not so great; people can be as childish and cruel as adults, as they were when they were in school, though, actually, it is worse, for they should know better, plus, they are more deliberate in their attacks. I do not understand why it is this way, but, it is. Do we ever really grow up? I feel that I am, and, I try to surround myself with those who are grown, but, we seem to be the minority. Even some of the most gifted, intelligent, and accomplished people seem to enjoy bashing others, they are childish, and arrogant in their assaults towards others; it is a shame, for it keeps the world from realizing its potential...

However, in the midst of bad comes good, always. When people are rude, mean, insolent, and aggressive, it makes some of us more kind, compassionate, caring, and sharing. It brings out the kinder person, for you realize fully what one word, sentence, paragraph, or outburst might cause. Sometimes it ruins a persons confidence, or kills their dreams, or hurts them so bad, that they are changed evermore, which isn't right, isn't fair, and certainly isn't adult behavior, is it???

It has been a full week, one of personal triumph, giving, and sharing, and balancing, and it has been all good, except for the sleep deprivation, which I am working on. I look forward to a restful, and wonderful weekend, that I can start next week in top form. I have dreams to realize!!!

FOCUSING ON THE OUTCOME...

2008-09-15T09:15:00.000-07:00

It is amazing how distracting being on the WWW is. I have to remind myself, time and again, to stay FOCUSED. If it is time spent uselessly, it is time away from things I HAVE to get done. I need to stay focused more than not, especially at this time when my time is more scarce...

I learned long ago not to be overly involved with too many people, as it simply acts as a vacuum for time, still, I find ways to get lost in the abundant vastness of the WWW, and it takes from my real purposes, and so the story goes...

I want to be able to visit, chat, and partake in various groups, and so forth, but, quite honestly, I do not have the time to do so, and, I have these 3 goals which I would like up and running before the end of the year, for that was my time plan. While it is not always feasible to meet our time for certain projects, I would yet like to fulfill a timely goal with these 3 things, and so, must curb my appetite for exploration in cyber-space as much as I can control...

Discipline is tough to manage when you are managing yourself, and when you are tempted by a million different things, as is so here in cyber-land. It has to be done though, and while you might not punish yourself, you certainly can get more firm with yourself, making sure you accomplish that which you set out to do. Am I right???

Therefore, from this moment on, my focus is that which I came to accomplish, and if I have to start all over again with making friends, contacts, and so forth, then such is the sacrifice I made to further myself. Unlike many of the WWW, I am not established, I am not set for life, and I have yet to build my empire, but, know what? I am on my way, for better or worse, through thick and thin, I am determined to finish building my empire, and I cannot allow for that which distracts me in silly or foolish ways; time is short, dreams are being realized, and I am fired up...

A WORTHY ENDEAVOR, INDEED...

2008-09-13T11:20:00.000-07:00

A busy week it has been, and, that is all good. My work with Seniors is rewarding, though often taxing on the emotions, and Lord knows, they inspire an awful lot of contemplation. Some of the things you see and hear when working with stroke victims, widows/widowers, and ailing elders, really strikes deep within the soul, causing you to ponder, reflect, and even to reassess your own course of life. It is always a very stirring experience...

One thing I have learned to reconsider about life is something which none of us think about until later in life, and that is, the fact that we have SO much stuff, and while it is enjoyed and appreciated as we live our lives, in the end, what do we need with all of that stuff, and who will be stuck with the process of getting rid of it? It is a timely, and heartbreaking experience for most families to pack up, and dispose/disperse their beloveds belongings, and often, what was thought to have value, might not have any worth in the current markets, or is not usable by others, as it is outdated, over-used, or what have you...

Certain things which make you feel closer to the person, those with sentimental value, are another story, but, for the most part, most of their belongings are suddenly without value of any kind, involving more labor and pain than anything else. It is sad, isn't it? I tell you, it is true, working with the elderly really makes you think. I feel that I should begin to clear out some of the stuff I hoard, for what worth does it have, though surely, it is these things which make up the essence of who I really am, and provide certain comforts; still, I know that more than some of the stuff I possess, serves no real purpose, and so, I must remember this, always...

On the up side, you get to hear some great stories, watch their eyes sparkle as they recall the events of their life, and they are so grateful for the audience, the help, and the care which you give to them, though, they are humbled, and feel that you are wasting your time taking care of them, for they know that life is short, and they consider that time too precious to waste on their predicaments...

I love my involvement with these seasoned characters; I love the many thoughts they inspire, some good, some laced with melancholy; some are lessons in disguise, the kind which do not have real substance until a certain happening occurs, then, you remember what they told you about this or that...

I have gained for this experience in many ways. I have always wanted to add something to someones day, and in helping out with these wonderful people, I am able to do that. I often feel that it is them who is helping me, for whatever reason, which, makes me all the more appreciative of them, plus, there is the experience of spending, what is sometimes, their last days, in their fine company...

If someone asked to describe my feelings after each experience with an elder, I would say it was bittersweet. There is fun, laughter, wisdom, shared experiences, memories, an exchange of spirits, an exchange of emotions, and then, there is the pain of their suffering, of the devastation of watching them as they can no longer do much for themselves, the tears, the fear, and the final moments. I have learned so much, and have gotten more in touch with reality, all thanks to the opportunity to be clued in on the aging process, for better or worse. It is almost like being privy to the end itself, what to expect, what to prepare for, and what one will go through, which is life altering, that is for sure, still, it is more than worth it, way more than worth it...

WHAT DOES TODAY HOLD IN STORE FOR ME???

2008-09-09T08:19:00.000-07:00

What does today hold in store for me? Whatever, well, mostly whatever, I wish for it to hold. That is how I live my life, shaping things to match my direction, honing skills to fulfill my dreams, and gazing off into the landscape for creative inspiration...

I have 3 day work weeks, the rest of the time is spent getting my businesses off the table and into the mainstream. Each day I am closer, though certainly there are outside factors which affect the rate of production, which is fine, I am aware that all things have their time, and I still have much to do when the setbacks present themselves, so, I am always working toward the end goal...

I like the planning and implementation stages of creating. This must be a product of the writer within me, for I really get a rush from the initial idea to the actual introduction to the world. I find pleasure in detailing, in research, in assessing, and in planning my dreams from first thought to revealing my product, it is captivating, and stimulating. I am a bit of a perfectionist, which has its own set of problems, one of which is, I cannot reveal my projects until they are letter perfect, which often slows me down, for I tend to overly consider this or that, when I could be out there, then handling the flaws along the way...

Each day that I am closer to realizing my actual dream, I am more pumped. It is exciting. I could spend my life designing and devising businesses for other people. I would be happy, I would be geeked, to say the least...

What does this day hold for me? Research, development, and multi-tasking, and a few household tasks, and lots of dreams all of which keep me thriving and alive...

HOPE...

2008-09-08T06:25:00.000-07:00

No matter what is going on in my life, I wake up every morning with praise and with hope. I hope for the best of every day, and I do not compare days to those past. Hope is the component to inspiration, and it works well, as long as we do not apply time schedules to the result of hoping. Most things in life take time, those that do not, are often that which does not have substance...

I have read and heard that hope is not a good way to train the brain to receive all that it can manifest. OK, I agree that I shouldn't sit here and say I hope for this or that, I should expect the best, but, I still think that having hope is a positive. Hope need not be, I hope the day is good, instead, the day should be good because of hope, hope to me is like faith, so, here again, words and perception are individual. Hope is a positive, and can lead to manifestation, it is faith, it is gearing for the best outcome...

I have no choice but to hope for the best of each day. Why would I consider anything else? Why would I set myself up to receive less than that? Being optimistic and positive is the only way to find pleasure from each day, and it surely helps to alleviate the negative, which does little more than bring us down and create more problems. Hope is the ideal that the best is yet to come, and in having such a mindset, we are creating the conditions for that manifestation, for what you think mostly comes to be. I hope for the best, and therefore, almost every day brings some good, some progress, and some advantage. This is the platform on which a good life is built in many facets of said life...

I hope for the best. In this mindset, I unconsciously, and consciously, seek that out of the day, whether that is in the people I deal with, or those externals which comprise each day, such as the work I perform, or the ventures I take on. Hope keeps me faithful to the best, and ever striving to seek the best of everything, even if everything is not at its best, I have hope for improvement, for resolve, for a better way. In hope comes the ability to act with purpose, and to know that everything happens for a reason, even if it is not aligned with what we presume should be. Hope is the driving force of my motivation, propelling me towards good, better, and best, and it works for me. I honestly, do not see any other alternative, for hopelessness is almost lifeless to me...

DOING WITHOUT EXPECTATION...

2008-09-07T18:16:00.000-07:00

A day full of caring. Every day should be such a day. For me it is, but, it should be for everyone. It is truly necessary to step outside of your own needs and wants to care for others needs and wants, for then you are truly fulfilled. People smirk at such philosophies, but, I guarantee that when you give, you receive. The problem is, most people want instant gratification for their efforts, which usually does not happen. When you give and don't expect to receive, then you are going to receive in ways untold, and abundantly. Of course, it is a matter of perception as well. For instance, I help someone without expectation; a month goes by and I win $100 on a scratch off card, plus, I seem to always get prime parking, people smile at me, and so forth and so on. Personally, I am thrilled by the smallest, sometimes simplest things, whereas others are expecting major payback, and this is where the misunderstanding occurs...

It is just silly to expect something for every effort you make, it is nearly improbable, and it is just childish. We have to make all kinds of effort, sacrifice, and what have you, throughout life: how many times are we going to be rewarded for the effort, especially if we are in the mindset that it better happen? Instead, having an adult attitude about effort and sacrifice is the way to go; we should do what is right, what feels right, what makes others feel right, and then forget about it, for then subtly, gradually, and supernaturally, things will begin to pay off for us, although if we are not appreciative, or are always looking for the big rewards, we might not enjoy these rewards. Just do for the sake of doing and for the sake of contributing to the community we call life, for even if you do not reap great rewards, your ultimate karma and effort are going to matter somewhere along the line...

TGIF!!!

2008-09-05T10:20:00.000-07:00

I have had quite the week, I had to deal with a delinquent account of a client, who happens to be an Attorney, quite frankly, there was no reason for the delinquency, and therefore, I have to consider dropping them. I do not like to deal with such people, as I give my all in services rendered, and would never do that to them, so, this caused some stress, disbelief, analysis, and pretty much ruined a few days. Thankfully, I called today and they told me that payment was ready; good for them, and certainly, good for me!

Sure, I know this is all part of owning a small business, and that life happens, I am well aware of what I am up against. This didn't happen for any just cause, also, the secretary of the Attorney more than rubbed me the wrong way, though, I did not react to her, I merely let a few days go by, and called today, ready to battle, though, I prayed first, and was told that payment was ready. This is just one of several incidents in recent months with these people, and therefore, I have to let them go, or, negotiate a refreshed understanding, as I do not have time to play games. Yes, I am picky about my clients, and will continue to be, for one main reason, I work for myself to avoid the stress of the past. I have not had to deal with many bad situations in 4 years; this Attorney has been with me for almost 3, and I do not feel that we can have a good relationship anymore, for she obviously does not consider my worth, but, we will see what she has to say...

So many people will argue with me about this, but, know what? I am serious about being particular about my clients. I interview them, determine if we can meet eye to eye, mind to mind, and if they will uphold me as I uphold them. I am not going to expend energy chasing for payment. Payment is due upon completion of service, what is so unusual about that? I have been very lucky with my clients, they are great people; this is only the 2ND one I have cut in 4 years, I guess sometimes it happens, still, it is hard to do...

This is my core business, it is not something which I had planned to take to the limits. It was designed more than anything to help people, and to pay my bills. I have worked very hard at establishing this business, maintaining it, and giving top notch, over the top performance to my clients. I yet have my original client, and all but two have loved me and my work. I deal with mostly Seniors, so, I have had turn over for sure, due to strokes, death, and so forth, but, each time I lose someone, I gain one or two more, so it is consistent, and it provides great pleasure for me, as well as pays my monthly bills...

I have 2 new businesses on the table, both of which will be cultivated to the extents to which they can grow. Both are businesses which are from the heart and soul of me, these are things I have dreamt of doing, and will find great happiness in growing from the table to the world. I am so excited about them, and while I have had some setbacks here and there to realization, they should both be going and growing by the end of the year, or, by the beginning of the New Year. Plus, I have been working on my Poetry book(s), slowly but surely, and will release this in the coming year. It is all so much fun planning, mapping, and implementing everything necessary to manifestation of dreams, yes???

ENJOY THE RESULTS OF YOUR EFFORTS...

2008-09-04T12:15:00.000-07:00

As we go through our lives, are we ever really satisfied? Can we ever reach that point of contentment, with self, with others, with accomplishment, with acquisition? I wonder...

I know people who have arisen to heights such as I might never reach, yet, they are not happy. It is as if they can never acquire, or accomplish enough, and that is self-defeating, in my opinion, for when you cannot enjoy, or appreciate, that which you strive for, that which you have worked so hard to have, what good was the effort, and when does the effort ever pay off???

BACK TO REALITY, AGAIN...

2008-09-01T18:02:00.000-07:00

Well, that was a very busy and long 4 days... Parties, concerts, shopping, and much more. Now, back to reality, as it IS the season to get back into the groove. Hopefully all of the Summer activities have created an instant resource of memories which will serve a purpose now that we are kind of forced back into a more rigid schedule...

Now that Summer distractions are out of the way, it truly is time to get into some habits which will bring me closer to realizing some of my most heartfelt dreams. Lots to be done, but, after many days of careful examination, and reflection, during vacations and such, I can see more clearly now, and know better what steps to take, which is all good...

One thing I really need to do is to clear out excess; excess email, newsletters, and other stuff which is doing me no good, only adding more clutter. It happens so fast, you miss a few days here and there, and you are swamped with mail, and junk. I have learned some valuable lessons about keeping it simple in the past few months, plus, the busier I get, the less time I have for trivial pursuits, or menial clearing out of uselessness, know what I mean???

Honestly, I am so sorry to see Summer come to an end, it went by much too fast, whereas Winter dragged on, and on, and on. I hope this year is not a repeat of last year, it was simply debilitating, in many ways. Hopefully Summer will hold on as long as it can, and we will yet have some great and sunny days to add more memories to the dullness of the cold months...

Well, I worked all day today, had to do so for I have been juggling clients for selfish reasons, and this is the last one to be juggled, so, now back on a fairly normal schedule, although, I will be working more than I did all Summer, that is for sure, plus, I have many new projects on the table, which will be making their debuts here and there, soon. I hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend, and I hope that everyone from the Gulf region, like New Orleans and such, are safe at this hour. I have much to say about New Orleans, but, I will save that for a future discussion. Until later, take care, enjoy the moment, and live for today, but keep the dreams alive, and make them happen, one action at a time...

DELIBERATE DETERMINATION...

2008-08-28T12:10:00.000-07:00

There are many components to realizing success, each working simultaneously to enhancing the other that the effort is whole and viable. One of the main components is deliberation. Being deliberate is imperative to end results, for a great many reasons, but, mostly for the sake of keeping the end result in plain sight at all times, and keeping the configuration of how to get there in sight as well. It hones all of the other components, keeping them operating smoothly, for they are useful only that the end result is the sole acceptable result; they have no other agenda than to produce, as the mentality of the creator has determined what, when, where, why, how, and has determined the necessary components to compliment each other to get there...

CONCENTRATING ON FOCUS...

2008-08-28T08:24:00.000-07:00

I have in place, all of my intentions, all of my dreams, all of my heart's desires; they are each laid out, well considered, and ready for implementation into my life, though the order of their occurrence is not apparent, for there are always conditions involving realizations over which, often, we have no control. The important thing is to concentrate on focus. Focus is the center of manifestation, for without focus, the thought merely exists, and while it might activate to some extent, it is focus which motivates it to the next plane, and so forth...

My aspirations are never easy ones to manifest, for I am after what would make me most happy and fulfilled. Pursuit of several planes at one time can be tricky, for you do not want to take on too much, as it will effect the metamorphosis of the process to realization, though surely, one can handle more than one project at a time...

If you are like me, you have multiple dreams to make reality. This calls for perspective, and for order. One of my dreams is to become the healthiest I have been in years, and to perfect and sculpt my body, for I have aspirations to use it in the future. Now, this wish is not a part of my income plan, however, to do so now, would have great results on the goals I have, if only for to make it easier for me to manage multi-tasking, and to be more attractive for purpose of connecting with the public forum(s). See what I mean? Therefore, along with my main goal(s), I might want to implement hiring a trainer, I might want to make sure my diet is as healthy as it can possibly be, and so forth. This calls for creating time slots for making sure I fulfill this end of my list of goals, which means that I must prioritize the rest of my goals, for there is only so much time in a day, a week, a month...

And so, I go through my list of dreams, I pick that which will create the most financial gain, along with personal pleasure, and I FOCUS on this, along with the body upgrading. This way, I am not overwhelming myself, I am not over-extending my abilities, and I am progressing. As the first item is more developed, then, I can begin to add item 2, and so forth. Yes, it is easy in print, but, FOCUS, especially on the WWW, can be sucked away in an instant, for there is so much to partake in, and while we might return to certain people, sites, and references, we are always going to find something else to spark us from the inside out, creating another gap in time and space, another gap in FOCUS. Which means that we must limit our participation amongst the infinite mingling here on the Internet, that our distractions are lessened, that we find more time to concentrate on that which is MOST important to our progress, think???

I am fairly good at sticking to my plans, but, now and again, the endless topics of the Internet absorb me with fascination, and create strange feelings, even feelings of guilt for not having the will to ignore new fascinations, it is absurd that we are so easily intrigued by the vastness of the Internet, isn't it???

Anyway, I have begun, I am applying, I am FOCUSING, and trying desperately to be more exclusive of my travels around the WWW. I am excited about my direction, and can't wait to share my end results with everyone, for when this happens, I will be truly happy...

LIFE HANGS IN THE BALANCE...

2008-08-26T13:26:00.000-07:00

Being serious is a part of my nature, though, I also have a wicked sense of humor. I simply find that applying yourself to the full extent of your ability is what action is all about, and feel that when that is done for the day, then it is time to let your inner child free, that the whole of you might enjoy life for a while, a balance if you will...

I have been taught and trained to do my best no matter what I am doing. Now, I do not measure what my best is while I am doing something, nope, that is not my way; instead, I simply put forth every ounce of effort, that I do not have to repeat the task at hand, or make up for errors, although I am human, so of course, there is err now and again. What I am talking about is giving it my all, and doing the task at hand the best I know how, so that I won't have to do it over. It saves time and grief...

As we grow in life, we learn the importance of being serious about what we are doing, no matter what that might be. There is such a thing as being too serious, but, sometimes that is necessary as well, it depends on the situation, and the person(s) involved. Believe me, I have my fun right along with my seriousness, it is part of my nature, plus, when things are grim, dull, or monotonous, I find ways to lighten the load. It might not please everyone around me, but, I cannot help but find humor in most things, or to alleviate pressure when it is more than heavy...

Life is a serious matter, it is somber, and sobering, with all of its occurrences, with all of its unpredictability, with all of its impact; therefore, while maintaining a frame of mind which allows for the task at hand to be fulfilled as required, there is yet the need and the time to lighten the load with a bit of fun, think?

Balance is what it is all about, work hard, play hard, live and love to the fullest, and you will realize dreams, you will fulfill yourself and others, you will accomplish the seemingly impossible. Not finding humor in the day is ignoring that around you, or being so lost in effort that you are not responding to life. When we get too wrapped up in a project, when we lose sight of the humor at hand, then often we are going to make mistakes for we are overly engrossed in solutions, and we all know that it is likely that you won't see the obvious in this state of mind. Yes, I am serious, I am determined, dedicated, and I apply myself fully to what I do, still, I find time to laugh, time to smile, time to commend those around me, and time to find some pleasure in whatever I do...

SUCCESS...

2008-08-23T19:04:00.000-07:00

This post is a generalization, an example of those whose successes go unsung by and through the world, but remain, nonetheless, successful...

I am not yet, by most standards, successful, still, I have had more successes than most people. You see success, to me, is not measured by acquisition and power, but, by the amount of obstacles you have overcome, the strides you have made, and the goodness you expend to the world. Success and wealth to me, comes from the inner being, and is magnified when you have had to fight for the right to carve your own way, it is the effort along the way, and it is the character built as you meet each challenge head on with resolve, and the end result of perseverance, determination, and will. Success is measured by how one is able to advance despite the odds, how one is able to turn the tables, how one is dedicated to living the best life they can possibly have in the here and now, and ever forging forward towards their dreams and goals, though the wealth might not ever really occur...

Success is the determination of a person who will not sit idle and accept a fate less than their worth. Success is the quiet storm ever brewing, allowing nothing to deter the culmination of empowerment. Success is the person who arises from less than perfect conditions to one of comfort, despite other peoples assumption that they have not done enough with their life. Success is surviving. Success is realizing that though the bank account is not sufficient, that a deficit is not a definitive definition of what success really is. Success is confidence which propels one to strive to a heightened level of understanding about what success is, and finally success is individual, it cannot be measured by another, for they have no clue to what one has accomplished in their life, and though by appearance, it might seem that I am not successful on paper, I am surely one of the most successful people you might ever meet...

IN THE DREAM WEAVER STATE OF ACTION...

2008-08-15T18:28:00.000-07:00

With all that has been going on, such as my Daughter was married, a death in the family, and more, I am afraid that I have been somewhat slacking on some of my sites. I attempt to keep up with them all, but, truly, I have been so busy I often wonder how I manage at all...

I have been trying desperately to get some good affiliate things going. I signed up with certain marketers, and much to my disappointment, they are pushing stuff which I already tried, which certainly did not work for me. Perhaps it is me, for so many people claim they are making big money here; I just don't see how...

My lingerie sales are not going well, and I have made all the right moves, so, I don't exactly know what I am lacking, and while I have asked experts, I have never gotten a conclusively clear answer, so, I will have to figure it out on my own, persevere, and hope for the best...

I am planning to unveil a wedding business. I will perform ceremonies, write ceremonies, and provide certain information's to couples which they are seeking. I recently became ordained, so, I am looking forward to getting into this business. There is lots to be learned, or so I think. I talked with a Minister at my Daughters wedding, he told me to simply get out there and do it. I do not see that it is that easy, and perhaps that is part of my problem, I tend to feel that I have to have the whole nine yards down before I can score, which really is ridiculous, for if I am not moving the nine yards, how can I score? Anyway, it is yet another project in the works, and this one I hope, is the gravy train for it is something I can do for a long time, regardless of age and such, plus, it is something which will be done with the soul and heart, which is what I seek...

I have yet to get started on my book, though it is a work in progress with each post I make. I have begun deleting past posts that they are no longer visible, that I can use them in the book, and that people cannot steal them. I never used to worry about people copying and claiming my work as their own, but, I know it is happening, and there is little one can do from this stance, though they say there are ways to handle it. Anyway, I am not overly worried about it, just concerned, and so am keeping some of the better stuff under wraps for the book. My intention is to do a series of small, keepsake books that one can collect, it has been a lifetime dream, which I am so close to, and yet, so far from, but, I have no doubt it will manifest in this year or shortly after the New Year.

Setting goals based on dreams is often a tough way to go, still, I believe that these are the most rewarding when realized, and certainly the labor is one of love, which makes the actuality all the more exciting. I am going for them with my eyes, mind, heart and soul wide open, expecting only the best...

WRITING IS THE EXTENSION OF MY INTERNAL BEING...

2008-06-28T16:41:00.000-07:00

I have many blogs, and while many will say that you should not over-extend yourself with too many sites, I have found it to be rather easy to maintain multiple sites, as writing comes easily to me. I have a creative mind, plus, many interests, and skills, as well as carrying the notion that if you can help, or reach, just one person in the world, your time/effort are not in vain...

I was worried about doing sales content, but, it has come along rather nicely; it is fun to be creative with the direction of the current post/product at hand. Actually, it is a great outlet for experimenting with ideas and conceptions. Sure, I have a way to go, still, I am satisfied with what I have done this far...

For 2 years, I have been applying my ability, imagination, and wisdom to each site I set up. Yes, I have some go, some are stagnant, and some are worthless. That is all part of the growth process, part of finding your forte, part of becoming the best you can be via your writing genre. Also, I am wise enough to know when something is not going to be widely accepted, read, or embraced, and while the idea might have been a good one, if it is not reaching the targeted audience, why would I waste effort on a lost cause? It is much easier to apply that extra energy to sites which I know are attracting viewers or even, fans...

Words are the extension of my internal being. As masterfully as possible, at any given time, I bring forth the thoughts which culminate, that they might be set free, perhaps to inspire, motivate, or offer service to those who choose to view my personality, those who choose to share the workings of my essence...

Sense of direction, purpose, and heartfelt love of what I do are my driving forces. As I have mentioned before, this is what I am about, this is what I do. With each new post, article, sales pitch, poem, prose, story, or fantasy, I evolve a bit more in my capacity and ability; I mature, as I am learning a multitude of useful information along the way, which combined with my intrinsic skill, will ultimately lead me to where I envision being, at the top of my chosen and beloved field; a renowned author, poet, and journalist...

A BIT OF MY CREATIVE BACKGROUND...

2008-06-25T16:47:00.000-07:00

My writing career started many years ago, when I was but 13 years old. Until that time, while I was full of imagination and creativity, I had no clue to the relationship I would have with words, meanings, metaphors, poetry, prose, paragraphs, and stories; I had never thought of myself as one who could easily take a single idea and expand on it in a way which hold the attention of others. Not until my first creative writing class, where my instructor, through careful vision, pulled the ability out of me, resulting in my first published poem. I wrote a poem about Christmas, which was published in the town's paper. I was ecstatic, and, I was from that moment on, a poet, a writer...

Words, their meanings, antonyms, synonyms, and building bridges (structuring) with text, came so easily after being tapped; I was hooked, and, I was fairly adept at doing so. With the aid of my vivid fantasies, sensitivity, and abstract observations of the world as a whole, I was able to create some rather astounding works, many of which others found profound or extremely mature for my age. This further encouraged and inspired me, leading me write thousands and thousands of poems, short stories, articles and more. It is what I am, what I do...

I have yet to make a definitive mark upon the world, though I am surely known here and there, widely read, and have been honored several times. One of my works is on an instructional tape for college creative writing courses, and, I am one of few American writers on the tape. It is narrated by a famous British narrator, and the British Symphony Orchestra is the background for the taping. I was so honored to be included in this project, and while it is not renowned, it is important, at least to me, and those who know me, plus, many students have had a taste of my creative work...

MY INTENTIONS, MY PURPOSE...

2008-06-25T09:25:00.000-07:00

This site is my landing page. Herein you will also find tidbits, some of my work, and other details about my climb to becoming a visible author. While I have been published, the poetry which has been published has been so in collections, and, I am working on my own series of poetry books, signature books if you will...

Thus, my presence on the WWW, that I might gain exposure, critique, and connect with others who are either authors or publishers, syndication, public relations, and so forth. This is my testing ground, my introduction, my step onto the world platform. I intend to remain here indefinitely, as there is much purpose in the use of the WWW, as well as many contacts to be made...