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Monday, October 24, 2011
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Happy Anniversary
it's already been a whole year, damnit. but i just wanted to post this up to remind myself how love comes at the most random times, the best times, and love is always willing to give people a chance. idk... just venting when i look at alice and this picture when we went to a friends wedding. she has been the greatest blessing... just like all relationships, we always want it to be better than the one before, or the one love that takes the championship belt, or is exactly what we need. this chick is the BEST. alice aka the boogs is definitely one person i hope to share more anniversaries with her.
i took hella mad time with this gift:
if making love work is this easy... then we'll have no problem at all. if you read this alice, thank you for loving me. i love you. happy one year.
Thursday, October 6, 2011
do you wanna kick it?
What does it mean when someone wants to kick it?
Yo... lets jus hang out... you down?
Ay, I'm on this side of town, what's good?
Can I come thru and jus chill?
____
I jus had a major realization... that I do NOT know how to just... 'kick it'. The term has become so foreign to me and my capability to even understand it boggles me.
I don't know how to hang out.
I'm here at my job texting at one of my good friends askinghim what he's up to. He said 'with ____ & _____ jus kickin it. Nothing loll' and I was jus so... idk about it.
What do you mean nothing? What are you doing? Lol why AREN'T you doing something?
Man... my mind cannot grasp the fact of jus hanging out. Is it because I've been working on music and nothing BUT music? I mean... I literally just moved back from Jersey. From the moment I woke up to the last minute til going to bed, all I did was music. I worked at 2 hospitals and was a sushi chef jus to make ends meet and all I remember about work was that I had music to work on when I got home. Working on music was like breathing. Involuntary. Necessary for living. Essential for getting thru the day. My whole LIFE. And nothing else.
As I think back, I can remember the day I decided I was going to do no matter WHAT it takes to make it happen. Happiness was a pursuit, not a gift given. It was a bonus that needed to be earned. I promised myself I would do whatever it took. So I dropped out of nursing school (which was already a bitch to get into), looked for a new job in Jersey, fought with my family, fought with gf at the time, and turned on the swtich to a new journey. Completely tunnel visioned. Absolutely focused. Permanently driven... to music.
Working g 2-3 jobs during those two years was nothing. It was a way to make ends meet, jus so I can continue to work on music. I couldn't / didn't want to see my friends who wanted to go out, grab a bite to eat, or jus 'chill' cause I jus needed to finish this mix. Or I need to work on an assignment for my boss. Or push it til next time because I have an artist over. Or can't make it today cause ill be in the city for studio session. Every single excuse was BECAUSE of music.
How can I kick it, when I never made time for it? I was always about trying to accomplish something everyday because I wanted to get to my goal faster. I wanted to feel like I got something done with music. I want to make sure I felt like I did something today that got me closer to my goal. If what I was doing.g wasn't getting me closer to my dream... it was a waste of time. I wanted to make it THAT bad.
In the end, the circle of friends became less than 10 fingers worth. I lost a relationship I was working with (or trying to at least), my parents became unhappy with me, and I was jus barely living. That drive of making it in music superseded all of that. And if I lost it all, I truly didn't care. I was so.... blind.
*big breath.....*
Man, where did I wonder off to? Lol so much for vomit writing on an android. My point to myself was to just realize that I need to make an effort to find the happiness in other things such as friendships, love, and family.... which I'm working on now. I don't want to ever feel like one thing should be the driving force of my happiness because the imbalance it could cause will drive me to another period of depression. Another deep self evaluation of my life. Another emo self realization. Another reality check.
Damn... I need to stop this blog now. Getting teary eyed with this. Idk why. Part of me feels one way (the old way) and part of me is recovering and rebuilding from... just not Being.
Happiness is just so hard to gain in this life... but how would we ever appreciate the happiness if we didn't work so hard for it. Would it be happiness if it was given? Would gratitude and humility and appreciation even be meaningful?
Yo... lets jus hang out... you down?
Ay, I'm on this side of town, what's good?
Can I come thru and jus chill?
____
I jus had a major realization... that I do NOT know how to just... 'kick it'. The term has become so foreign to me and my capability to even understand it boggles me.
I don't know how to hang out.
I'm here at my job texting at one of my good friends askinghim what he's up to. He said 'with ____ & _____ jus kickin it. Nothing loll' and I was jus so... idk about it.
What do you mean nothing? What are you doing? Lol why AREN'T you doing something?
Man... my mind cannot grasp the fact of jus hanging out. Is it because I've been working on music and nothing BUT music? I mean... I literally just moved back from Jersey. From the moment I woke up to the last minute til going to bed, all I did was music. I worked at 2 hospitals and was a sushi chef jus to make ends meet and all I remember about work was that I had music to work on when I got home. Working on music was like breathing. Involuntary. Necessary for living. Essential for getting thru the day. My whole LIFE. And nothing else.
As I think back, I can remember the day I decided I was going to do no matter WHAT it takes to make it happen. Happiness was a pursuit, not a gift given. It was a bonus that needed to be earned. I promised myself I would do whatever it took. So I dropped out of nursing school (which was already a bitch to get into), looked for a new job in Jersey, fought with my family, fought with gf at the time, and turned on the swtich to a new journey. Completely tunnel visioned. Absolutely focused. Permanently driven... to music.
Working g 2-3 jobs during those two years was nothing. It was a way to make ends meet, jus so I can continue to work on music. I couldn't / didn't want to see my friends who wanted to go out, grab a bite to eat, or jus 'chill' cause I jus needed to finish this mix. Or I need to work on an assignment for my boss. Or push it til next time because I have an artist over. Or can't make it today cause ill be in the city for studio session. Every single excuse was BECAUSE of music.
How can I kick it, when I never made time for it? I was always about trying to accomplish something everyday because I wanted to get to my goal faster. I wanted to feel like I got something done with music. I want to make sure I felt like I did something today that got me closer to my goal. If what I was doing.g wasn't getting me closer to my dream... it was a waste of time. I wanted to make it THAT bad.
In the end, the circle of friends became less than 10 fingers worth. I lost a relationship I was working with (or trying to at least), my parents became unhappy with me, and I was jus barely living. That drive of making it in music superseded all of that. And if I lost it all, I truly didn't care. I was so.... blind.
*big breath.....*
Man, where did I wonder off to? Lol so much for vomit writing on an android. My point to myself was to just realize that I need to make an effort to find the happiness in other things such as friendships, love, and family.... which I'm working on now. I don't want to ever feel like one thing should be the driving force of my happiness because the imbalance it could cause will drive me to another period of depression. Another deep self evaluation of my life. Another emo self realization. Another reality check.
Damn... I need to stop this blog now. Getting teary eyed with this. Idk why. Part of me feels one way (the old way) and part of me is recovering and rebuilding from... just not Being.
Happiness is just so hard to gain in this life... but how would we ever appreciate the happiness if we didn't work so hard for it. Would it be happiness if it was given? Would gratitude and humility and appreciation even be meaningful?
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Wednesday, October 5, 2011
CrossFit FRAN 10/4
Man... today was disgusting. 3 hours of sleep, one meal today besides my protein shake, school... then CROSSFIT. Today's workout was Fran, my favorite of all the girls. We had my boy Ryan S and my good friend Jeni C join in the festivities.
Fran
21-15-8
thrusters (95lbs)
pull ups
reps for time.
__
Results
Ryan S (modified 45lbs thrusters, +150lbs pull up)
time: 12mins 36seconds
Jeni C (modified 20lbs thrusts, +60lbs pull up)
time: 5mins 28 seconds
Dek (modified +50pull ups)
time: 8mins 47seconds
Geoff
time: 5mins 57seconds
__
This one def brought me to the floor. I paused so many times, put down the bar and took a bunch of breaths. I couldn't believe how tired I was. I can't even imagine the form and technique I had if I were to watch it back. By the end of my last 8 pull ups, I fell to the ground because my body was just in so much pain (loved it lol). I never have a problem doing pull ups but this time I actually had to pause one or twice to finish it up.
Post CrossFit, Dek, Ryan, and I went to the pool to do some laps. Unfortunately, we were all dying (damnit... smh) and retreated after 125m (5 laps). Again, seeing my brother and my friend push themselves to the limit made me reach for the fastest time without passing out. I was damn near close to seeing stars and hitting the floor. Jeni's performance was definitely amazing and hope that she will lower her pull up weight and increase her push press weight over time. This was definitely a fun workout, and hope to level up with a faster time with better technique.
Fran
21-15-8
thrusters (95lbs)
pull ups
reps for time.
__
Results
Ryan S (modified 45lbs thrusters, +150lbs pull up)
time: 12mins 36seconds
Jeni C (modified 20lbs thrusts, +60lbs pull up)
time: 5mins 28 seconds
Dek (modified +50pull ups)
time: 8mins 47seconds
Geoff
time: 5mins 57seconds
__
This one def brought me to the floor. I paused so many times, put down the bar and took a bunch of breaths. I couldn't believe how tired I was. I can't even imagine the form and technique I had if I were to watch it back. By the end of my last 8 pull ups, I fell to the ground because my body was just in so much pain (loved it lol). I never have a problem doing pull ups but this time I actually had to pause one or twice to finish it up.
Post CrossFit, Dek, Ryan, and I went to the pool to do some laps. Unfortunately, we were all dying (damnit... smh) and retreated after 125m (5 laps). Again, seeing my brother and my friend push themselves to the limit made me reach for the fastest time without passing out. I was damn near close to seeing stars and hitting the floor. Jeni's performance was definitely amazing and hope that she will lower her pull up weight and increase her push press weight over time. This was definitely a fun workout, and hope to level up with a faster time with better technique.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
CrossFit Monday 9/26 Workout
I forgot to post this up because Dek and I were dead after this. We brought along out friend AJ to come participate in the pain. Not pictures from that because we didn't think we need proof. But pictures always show progress, proper technique, and motivation. IMO.
Workout:
Pullups
Burpees
Push Press (95lbs prescribed)
20inch Box jump
21-15-8 reps for time. No exercise cannot be skipped or divided.
Results
Geoff
11mins 26 seconds
Dek
(modified 65lbs push press / +60lbs pullup)
14 mins 46 seconds
AJ
(modified 45lbs push press / +100lbs pullup)
22mins 56 seconds
__
This workout was definitely tough. Everyone dying across the board. This is just a prep for the CrossFit workout Fran (I put these workout results because we're doing Fran tomorrow). Can't wait to level up and not even feel tired during/after any of these workouts. Again, my brother is slowly leveling up and makes me want to never have him pass me. We silently motivate each other because we want to out-do the other ALL the time. I was also super impressed by AJ. He completed the workout, not even being used to the punishment my brother and I enjoy so much.
But after every CrossFit workout (if we can stomach it..) the rewards are plentiful....
Workout:
Pullups
Burpees
Push Press (95lbs prescribed)
20inch Box jump
21-15-8 reps for time. No exercise cannot be skipped or divided.
Results
Geoff
11mins 26 seconds
Dek
(modified 65lbs push press / +60lbs pullup)
14 mins 46 seconds
AJ
(modified 45lbs push press / +100lbs pullup)
22mins 56 seconds
__
This workout was definitely tough. Everyone dying across the board. This is just a prep for the CrossFit workout Fran (I put these workout results because we're doing Fran tomorrow). Can't wait to level up and not even feel tired during/after any of these workouts. Again, my brother is slowly leveling up and makes me want to never have him pass me. We silently motivate each other because we want to out-do the other ALL the time. I was also super impressed by AJ. He completed the workout, not even being used to the punishment my brother and I enjoy so much.
But after every CrossFit workout (if we can stomach it..) the rewards are plentiful....
Til next update.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
CrossFit - Cindy
Tonight my brother and I did the CrossFit workout Cindy. Workout goes as follows:
[ C I N D Y ]
5 Pullups + 10 Pushups + 15 Squats
As many rounds as possible in 20 minutes.
RESULTS
Dek Dek [modified]
17 Rounds + 1 Pullups
- modified pullups +50lbs
Geoff
27 Rounds + 3 Pullups
(Followed by a 1 mile run at 1.0 incline)
Again, I'm so proud of my brother. Seeing him pushing it and sucking it up to get those pullups in just made me go into overdrive to push myself as well. We're just trying as hard as we can to constantly level up and be in the best shape.
[ C I N D Y ]
5 Pullups + 10 Pushups + 15 Squats
As many rounds as possible in 20 minutes.
RESULTS
Dek Dek [modified]
17 Rounds + 1 Pullups
- modified pullups +50lbs
Geoff
27 Rounds + 3 Pullups
(Followed by a 1 mile run at 1.0 incline)
Again, I'm so proud of my brother. Seeing him pushing it and sucking it up to get those pullups in just made me go into overdrive to push myself as well. We're just trying as hard as we can to constantly level up and be in the best shape.
Monday, September 26, 2011
oohNahNah Mobile, LLC: My OWLowance Release!
My good friend, Arvin, helped developed this new awesome app, OWLowance. It'll help you save money, keep track on your budget, and have the newest app on the block! AND its free. Yeah... I know him.
sleep?
I've had 6 hours of sleep the past 3 days. Working night shift sucks. My body is not used to this. My only night if sleep is going to be on Tuesday night. I'm off Wednesday and all I can look forward to Tuesday night....
It also didn't help that I worked on music with my friend Arvin and my brother. We did make a sick track covering BSB "I want it that way", Techno/electro style. It was so awesome to jus be around friends and enjoy working on music for a change. No deadlines. No boss. No pressure. Just for the LOVE of it.
.... now if I can get some sleep. Ok back to my shift. 5 more hours.
It also didn't help that I worked on music with my friend Arvin and my brother. We did make a sick track covering BSB "I want it that way", Techno/electro style. It was so awesome to jus be around friends and enjoy working on music for a change. No deadlines. No boss. No pressure. Just for the LOVE of it.
.... now if I can get some sleep. Ok back to my shift. 5 more hours.
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Thursday, September 22, 2011
CROSSFIT - Linda [modified] Results
My brother and I are trying to get into shape. We've been going 4-5 a week doing both strength and endurance training. Our goal is to be the best shape we can since we're both living together again. Most of the workouts, if not all, are inspired by my cousin and marine Don Valdez. He has shown me the way of Crossfit workouts as well as lifting. Tonight my brother and I did a Crossfit workout called "Linda" and here are our results.
Linda
- Deadlift 1 1/2BW
- Bench Press 1BW
- Clean 3/4 BW
10/9/8/7/6/5/4/3/2/1 Reps for time
** - modified
Dek [196lbs]
Deadlift - 135 lbs**
Bench - 95 lbs**
Cleans - 65 lbs**
Total Time - 14mins 44seconds
Geoff [145lbs]
Deadlift - 195lbs**
Bench - 145lbs
Cleans - 95lbs
20mins 27seconds
First off, I am so proud of my brother. He's getting so much more in shape than he's ever been. He's the inspiration and driving force for me to get better since I've been in AZ. It was my Kuya Don because he was so much better than me, I strived so hard to be at his level. Now I need to make sure my brother never catches up to me. I want to be an inspiration to him just as much as he is to me.
We were dying at the end of it. We hope to improve times as the weeks move along.
Monday, September 19, 2011
N.A. - Substance Abuse [Free Download]
N.A.:
'via Blog this'
'via Blog this'
This is my favorite rapper I've had the pleasure of mixing the album for. Produced by Josh Estes. Please if you come across my blog, click and download good music.
note to self 09.19
i've always been one to be outgoing. first one to start up conversation. make the first ad lib joke. damnit i'm a fuckin ENFJ according to meyers and bringgs. i get it from both my mom and my dad. im made to interact and talk to people. make friends. make connections. feel welcomed. show enthusiasm.
... but lately its been the exact opposite. i only care about the friends i can count on my hands. i want to show them that i truly appreciate them as friends. i feel like i havent been able to show them because i'm so busy trying to do everything else. i want to focus on myself. i want to become the best i can be before showing it to anyone else. or maybe i just dont feel 'good enough' in anything to show myself anymore.
well thats enough vomit blogging for now. til next time
... but lately its been the exact opposite. i only care about the friends i can count on my hands. i want to show them that i truly appreciate them as friends. i feel like i havent been able to show them because i'm so busy trying to do everything else. i want to focus on myself. i want to become the best i can be before showing it to anyone else. or maybe i just dont feel 'good enough' in anything to show myself anymore.
well thats enough vomit blogging for now. til next time
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