Getting There

Since I'm not running the Half Marathon until noontime, there won't be a big pasta dinner tonight. Instead I'll snack early and try to plan my meal with the afternoon race. Happy Year Year!

The Eve

The end of the year is here and now it is time to get ready for the new one. I plan on running in a Half Marathon tomorrow. This will be a good way to start things off.

The Time Two

Did some music practice with Nick. Worked mostly on the rock opera. Painting and drawing projects completed too.

The Rock Opera

I've been practicing THE FRONT DESK rock opera with Nick. He's been very enthusiastic about it. So has Mike and wants to do recordings. Geo also has expressed interest. I hope we perform it live in 2014.

Sunday

Not done with Sunday
It's just begun
Hit on a drum
Have some fun

Saturday

Regretting I didn't go to a Christmas Party tonight. I just didn't feel like going earlier. I have a way of feeling regrettable anymore.

'13

2013 is finishing up and it's been a pretty wild year. Did some traveling and worked some jobs. I'll try  to do the same thing in 2014.

Really Don't Know

At this stage of my life, I feel so uncertain about how things are going to go for me. I've made the commitment to do creative work. My professional and personal lives are not so clear. No idea where it will lead me.

Santa Clause

It was funny dealing with Sinterklaas earlier in the month. Now it's Santa's time on Christmas.

My Stuff

I've had furniture in storage for a few years now and it's nice to have these things here in front of me. This mattress feels so good! I like having all this stuff here with me.

It Just Figures

The temperature in New York City was in the upper 60's and I'm in Albany where it was 30 degrees colder. It just figures with my kind if luck.

Slow Steps

Went out for a run this morning. Since I hadn't been running, it's been slow going. Just trying to get my energy level back. My big toe on the left foot is feeling better. I cut it a week ago and it is healing better. I want to be ready for the Half Marathon on NewYears Day.

Almost A Week

I've been at my location for almost a week now and I'm getting settled in. The furniture I've had in storage for a few years now is going to be moved by me tomorrow. The creative process is going good and I continue to do the work thing. A new year is close at hand.

Practice Music

Played music with Nick at the apartment. Worked on songs like THURSTON - NEIL'S BOUTIQUE - LOVE IN LAS VEGAS

Out Of Shape

I haven't done any running for a couple of weeks now. When I was in Europe, I did a lot of walking. After my trip, I banged up my toe and it's still healing. Several days ago, I moved from where I was living, so my schedule is all out of whack. I would like to run in the local Half Marathon on New Years Day. I need to get myself back in shape.

Libra Women

A libra must lead
Libra women lead the way 

Settle On In

In the band right?
Settle on in,
Make it tonight.

Another Fact

If I'm not writing then you're not reading.

No Jam

Last night I was supposed to jam with Mike & Nick but the slow, steady snowfall stopped that from happening. The plan is to go and do it tomorrow. No snow in the forecast.

Making It Difficult

If my goal in life is to do successful things not because they are easy, but because they are hard, then the plan is in place. Things are definitely not easy for me.

Picture Power

The power of the picture. I feel so sad when I see a photo of you. I miss you. I wish I were with you. How much it would mean to me if we were together. I know you don't want that. I guess that's my problem.

Jam Session

Last night I performed a couple of songs with Nick Bisanz on guitar and and the house drummer Pete. We played THE BALLAD OF JOHN & YOKO and SHATTERED. Real good energy from the band. Later today Nick & I go visit Mike Dunlop for a jam session. Keep on playing.

Moved

For the first time in many years, I'm living in a different location. I've wanted to move for some time now. I still feel restless. It's a change that's big for me. The new year is a couple of weeks away. I have plenty of work to do.

In Bed

I did get some sleep after injuring my toe last night. It's still sore but at least I can walk on it. Splitting the nail was so painful. I have so much to do today.

Pain

The big toe on my left foot is in a lot of pain. I walked straight into a space heater and it split the nail causing the toe to bleed. It still hurts. This might make sleeping difficult. My life is crazy.

Big Changes

There's so much going on right now. I'm moving from where I live and it was my plan to do it today. The weather outside is a mess with the several inches of snow on the ground. I probably won't leave from where I am now until tomorrow. Getting ready for the big changes.

Mijn Jullie

I put my arms around her and whispered in her right ear that I loved her.

Grounded

Good thing I'm not traveling today. The snow has been falling steadily since the early morning hours. The roads are slick.

Moving around

Flew in a plane that took me across the Atlantic Ocean yesterday. Good thing I made the trip then because snow is in the forecast today. That would have been a mess. More traveling to do tomorrow.

My Friend

We know the truth my friend
Our Time together
We've known it before
We'll know it forever

Art A Day

I've really enjoyed drawing over the past week. All abstract designs. I haven't posted any of them yet. Don't really feel like it. Not that I don't want to show you, it's just that I'm still working on things. I hope to post them later.

The Trip

Amsterdam is my favorite city in the world. I've made a few trips here this year and I'm always happy to be back. It may not be for everyone, but it fits me well. My Dutch is getting better too. I like speaking it to the local merchants. I understand it better when spoken back to me now. Great cities have an energy to them and Amsterdam has it. New York City has it too. These two cities have a historic connection. It's pretty amazing to witness and be part of it. "Het is mijn onze dingen."

On Paper

I've been doing artwork drawing for the past few days and I call it, "Linear Surreal Drawing." The current style is made possible by the type of drawing markers I'm using. They are water based and create an easy flow on the paper. It feels like I'm painting. I started a drawing this morning and finished it in the evening. This one I really like and it's on a different level from the others. Draw the day away.

Krampus

Krampus will torment children of all ages.

Sinterklaas

I happen to be in The Netherlands during St. Nicholas Day. Around here he's known as Sinterklaas. The rest of the world recognizes him as Santa Claus of jolly ole St. Nick fame. Dank u wel voor het cadeau!

In Amsterdam

Ja, ik ben in Amsterdam voor het paar dagen. Ik speek klien task met de volken. Engels altijd als ik hoor the taal Nederland niet zo goed. Tot ziens blog readers.

At The Airport

I'm at JFK Airport with my boarding pass and will be flying out in a few hours. The traffic was heavy       That's why I like to leave early. Just don't want to be rushing around. The only down thing was that they didn't allow me to be a water bottle I have because it was too big. Nothing like the H2O threat.

Amsterdam Bound

Today I leave for Amsterdam. I'll go for a run this morning and then make sure I have everything needed for the trip. I'm being driven down to the airport and I like to get there early. The time goes by pretty fast. One thing I find almost impossible to do is sleep on a plane. That's why I'll exercise before I leave. Just so I can feel more relaxed.

No Monday Run

It was time to give it a rest today. I'll go and run in the morning tomorrow. Especially since I'm going to be riding on a plane for several hours, might as well get my exercise in.

Leaving Tomorrow

I'm taking a trip to Europe tomorrow. I've been packing up and getting ready to go. The thing I need to do now is print up my paperwork. In particular, my flight and hotel information. Then I'm on my way.

28 Miles Done

I ran 28 miles for the week. All of this happened over the course of the last 4 days. I haven't felt fast out there but at least I'm putting the miles under my feet. Not sure if I'll make it 5 in a row tomorrow.

Real Tough Week

This was a very difficult week for work. I realize it's impossible for me to please everyone. Especially those I've worked with. Things don't always work out and I have to accept that. It's the same in my personal life too. When relationships are done then it's over. Now the time is here for me to pick myself up and move on.