A FATHER MEANS...

A Father means so many things...
An understanding heart,
A source of strength and of support
A constant readiness to help
In a kind and thoughtful way.
With encouragement and forgiveness
No matter what comes your way.
A special generosity
A Father means so many things
When he's a man like you...

Matt
Ryan
John
Mark
Mike
Jamie
Martin
Joe
Travis
Rick
Brandon

Inspiration

As some might know, I am an interesting guy. I like normality. I love to eat at "safe" restaurants. By "safe" I mean places I've been to before multiple times. Places that I am accustomed to. I enjoy staying near my home, hanging out with friends and going to a nice quiet workplace. Interesting enough, my family on the other hand are the complete opposite. They strive for the challenge, they love the (dangerous) restaurants, meaning the chow cart on International Blvd., or the awesome Mexican dive right down the street from the Prinz' old place that has the most amazing carne asada burritos minus the Sour Cream. What I am trying to tell you is that I am a bit afraid of trying new things in life. I am somewhat scared to think that this is what my life has become the last 6 months. I am at a point where I need to pursue new things every day and it is freaking me out beyond measure. I am sorry if you have seen a change in my attitudes, behaviors, overall charisma since December 25th, but I feel it is for the better. ROLLER COASTER is a better way to put my horrid life for the past two years. To make a long story short, I am inspired by every one around me these days. The Teachers around me, the Chefs at my work, and everyone of my friends near and far! This past week I started painting. I am not that good at this hobby, I just thought that I would start doing it since it seemed like a great "out" if I ever needed that space. The first painting I am working on is labeled "Mere Christianity" It's a reminder for someone in my life that is a solid rock in my Christianity and has been for a while. In time I'll put them up, but for now here is a peek at two that I have already finished.

In Transition

Made my Week

I had an Amazing 10 minute meal Monday night that was so awesome words can't describe it. So I'll let you put two and two together using the pictures. It was kind of an unplanned dinner; just a stop in deal, but I'm so happy that I made the trek. Organic brown rice with chopped up asparagus complemented with some shredded Parmesan cheese. An added bonus was the addition of Tempura chicken sauteed in a skillet (I was awarded the big pieces because the smaller ones taste better). To top it off, a chilled Pacifico to go with great conversation on the steps. It's great to have awesome friends to bide the time with.

From the Inside

I enjoy talking about friends and family
I enjoy writing about the people that make my life full
I reflect on issues that are making me work forward
I talk about what matters most to me
Suffering does that.

It Compels us to eliminate the Unnecessary, the Trivial, the Superficial

there is greatness in me.
Courage. Desire. Integrity.
Virtue. Compassion.
Dignity.
Loyalty. Love.
it's in there-
somewhere.
And sometimes
it takes Suffering
to get at it.
Trust me.....
It's in there.

I feel like creating today.......

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Emily Dickinson


A little madness in the Spring
Is wholesome even for the King,
But God be with the Clown —
Who ponders this tremendous scene —
This whole Experiment of Green —
As if it were his own!

Hands Down. my niece is the coolest!