Still on my X-Mas Break. It's been quite a while since I updated this blog, but I needed something to do.
I have over 3 weeks left on my break and I can't say I've accomplished much.
My brother came to visit, he's leaving in a week to head back to Baltimore, I have moneys saved up to buy myself a nice X-Mas present, and I got the hard-bound book of The Watchmen. Overall, a nice Christmas if I say so myself.
FLS Update
I really wanted to get a lot accomplished over this break in terms of graphic design and short films. That hasn't been the case. This is mainly due to the following:
1.Procrastination
2.Video Games
3. Family
4.Traveling
5.Random "hang outage"
If I wasn't so occupied with those 5 factors, then I would have made 3 short videos by now and post them on youtube.
And the other factor that has delayed my "creative process" is youtube's new policies. Lately, they have been really hacking me off. They eliminated the bulletin feature, so I have no unearthly idea to update my friends on my progress reports for my films. All I can do is compile the clips together on my desktop, and slap them together later on. I'll be able to do this when I have more time..
Just a brief overview of what I had planned:
1. Special FX Demo Reel-This was involving me doing tons of tutorials over special effects (fireballs, soul drains, regeneration, etc) in order to flex my knowledge and work ethic in this field. After all, I'm going to put this stuff to good use later on.
2. Trailer for my film Game On (title pending). I was going to compose a simple trailer( in the style of Cloverfield?) about my latest and greatest project I'm hoping to accomplish before the year is over. I am still working on a script and if I'm lucky, I'll be able to shoot some test scenes before the break concludes.
3.TGR: Webisode 10. This has been delayed numerous times just like Duke Nukem Forever, but I have everything down: the script, the outline, the clips, the materials. I have to edit them all together and it will finally be over. I can move on with my life and potentially start Season 2 if I have high enough of demand. Or I'll just launch Season 2 regardless of feedback because I like doing the simple webshow from my own perspective of things.
4. Side Projects:
-Project Highlight-Putting games in the spotlight that are underrated or aren't played as much as AAA titles in the gaming world.
-Identity Crisis: I have a Clone?-Short film highlighting my twin I spotted last summer on TV at Comic Con?
-Rant Attack!-Pilot episode is mainly to appeal to fans. It completely revolves around my own public opinion about specific topics all ranging from entertainment, war, abortion, our nation, world peace, and so forth.
Very ambitious for just one person, but at least I have a list of things I would like to accomplish before I'm dead/job logged.
The last thing I have to share is I hope things work out for me in school. If I take summer classes, I still have more to take at my next college, but the confusing part is transferring over there with the least amount of headaches possible...
I believe that's it for now. Check back later(to those whoever seem interested) for more updates.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Friday, June 27, 2008
Bravery
What defines bravery? Is it the fireman that saves the kitty in the tree? Is it the police officer putting cuffs on the drug dealer who was in the neighborhood of 15 year old kids? Or what about the other group? The group that is cast into a generic position of their lives and work for jobs that they don't like at all.
I'll briefly explain the corrleation of bravery to recent events. Beginning with last summer....
Rewind to last summer: It's May 2007. I am job hunting and I run into Braum's. They take me, and I enjoy it for a while. Things go well until the ridiculous hours and little pay. I leave there for bigger game.
Let's jump to July 07. I'm at McDonald's, due to connections, higher pay, and more hours. I enjoy it here for a while, except for two people that are morons.
The first one questions my intelligence. He questions it due to the fact that I graduated from a small town school. And then it turns out he dropped out before he could graduate.
And to make things even better, he was promoted to manager during the first week at McD's.
The second guy was from out of state and thought he was a big shot. They promoted him too and he became a manager. After I left(later on) he was never seen again(as far I know).
Jump to the present day. I am currently with Pizza Hut, but not for long. This is due to 3 hours a night(yah it's pathetic) and little pay. I don't even believe they pay minimum wage( which is supposed to be $6). Due to these factors, I am encouraged, persuaded, and drawn to McDonald's again, which is paying 7 an hour. And I'm guaranteed 40 hours a week. Which will add up to at least 1000 dollars by the end of the month.
By this point I'm pondering, why would I do this? Why would I go back to the place that has fueled a month's worth of frustration with a side order of burns to my skin? It's because of my nature to want something better. And that means that you have to make a compromise and a sacrifice. I must sacrifice my suitable and friendly work conditions now, for a hostile and less-enjoying work environment next week. The compromise will be I still have to run into that guy "Tim" that is incompetent and questioned my intelligence, but it's a small price to pay for a fat pay check every two weeks.
My story is told. Regardless of what we define as "brave", different interpretations can be derived from this word. My "bravery" lies within something we choose to do because of the need, not the luxury. And also the fact that I need moneys doesn't hurt either. We put up with the assholes, morons, and lumberjack bosses because it challenges us with problems. People can choose to run away from these things, or stand up, hold their breath, and tolerate these issues to face their fears and annoyances. This is what constitutes bravery beyond the nominal tasks of public service workers(police,firemen,medics,soldiers)
End
I'll briefly explain the corrleation of bravery to recent events. Beginning with last summer....
Rewind to last summer: It's May 2007. I am job hunting and I run into Braum's. They take me, and I enjoy it for a while. Things go well until the ridiculous hours and little pay. I leave there for bigger game.
Let's jump to July 07. I'm at McDonald's, due to connections, higher pay, and more hours. I enjoy it here for a while, except for two people that are morons.
The first one questions my intelligence. He questions it due to the fact that I graduated from a small town school. And then it turns out he dropped out before he could graduate.
And to make things even better, he was promoted to manager during the first week at McD's.
The second guy was from out of state and thought he was a big shot. They promoted him too and he became a manager. After I left(later on) he was never seen again(as far I know).
Jump to the present day. I am currently with Pizza Hut, but not for long. This is due to 3 hours a night(yah it's pathetic) and little pay. I don't even believe they pay minimum wage( which is supposed to be $6). Due to these factors, I am encouraged, persuaded, and drawn to McDonald's again, which is paying 7 an hour. And I'm guaranteed 40 hours a week. Which will add up to at least 1000 dollars by the end of the month.
By this point I'm pondering, why would I do this? Why would I go back to the place that has fueled a month's worth of frustration with a side order of burns to my skin? It's because of my nature to want something better. And that means that you have to make a compromise and a sacrifice. I must sacrifice my suitable and friendly work conditions now, for a hostile and less-enjoying work environment next week. The compromise will be I still have to run into that guy "Tim" that is incompetent and questioned my intelligence, but it's a small price to pay for a fat pay check every two weeks.
My story is told. Regardless of what we define as "brave", different interpretations can be derived from this word. My "bravery" lies within something we choose to do because of the need, not the luxury. And also the fact that I need moneys doesn't hurt either. We put up with the assholes, morons, and lumberjack bosses because it challenges us with problems. People can choose to run away from these things, or stand up, hold their breath, and tolerate these issues to face their fears and annoyances. This is what constitutes bravery beyond the nominal tasks of public service workers(police,firemen,medics,soldiers)
End
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Another rambling of my inner thoughts
This is my last blog post for this week. I have to keep myself occupied so I don't resort to pouring my feelings out on the interwebs. All I have scheduled for today is work for 4 hours(definitely better than playing 360 all day.. take that sarcasm!), 360 time, then some time with the tv. After that, I don't know.
I hope in the later future to hang out with a compadre of mine. We are trying to destroy this habit of just hanging out once every summer with a record of two times.
I truly wish and hope to be like him gradually someday. He has not a care in the world and still maintains his happiness. I would consider me to worry too much about my personal life(aka no gf or little moneys and uncertain future). It's more of the push of change for me to step up and do something about it, rather than sitting back an basking in the envy of others.
Well, in case anyone happens to stumble upon my blog for any reason wants to know more about me through other forms of media, check out the following:
Youtube: www.youtube.com/frontlinespartan119
Podcast:http://l337cast.mypodcast.com
Any other forms of media, just leave a comment on here if you have become an absolute fan of my writing.
haha that was a joke.
Later
I hope in the later future to hang out with a compadre of mine. We are trying to destroy this habit of just hanging out once every summer with a record of two times.
I truly wish and hope to be like him gradually someday. He has not a care in the world and still maintains his happiness. I would consider me to worry too much about my personal life(aka no gf or little moneys and uncertain future). It's more of the push of change for me to step up and do something about it, rather than sitting back an basking in the envy of others.
Well, in case anyone happens to stumble upon my blog for any reason wants to know more about me through other forms of media, check out the following:
Youtube: www.youtube.com/frontlinespartan119
Podcast:http://l337cast.mypodcast.com
Any other forms of media, just leave a comment on here if you have become an absolute fan of my writing.
haha that was a joke.
Later
Blog Numero Uno!
Hello. This is my first blog in a long time. The last blog I did was on myspace and quite frankly, it didn't get any attention. It's very late, almost 1 a.m. as I write this, but I've soley based my decision to create this blog for the purpose of writing my inner thoughts on here. I won't focus on getting numerous feedback from others, but just to reflect on my day, years, weeks, and life in general.
That's about all for this post.
Later
That's about all for this post.
Later
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