Just got back from a great Oscar party, and I've got to say that life never gets better than a night out with 10-20 of your good friends. No matter what's going on in my life, I'll never take this part for granted again. When I came out here 3 1/2 yrs. ago, I was in search of that. My friends consisted of wiseguys, wannabe wiseguys, people involved in crime, and otherwise trashy people. Now,ALL of my friends, without exception are incredibly, intelligent people, all gifted in their respective fields. I can have great conversations with them on a variety of subjects; and better still, they make me a better person. Here's to all of my close friends out there, thanks for becoming my new family!
Can't try it out just now because it's late and I'm tired, but I want to sound off ideas for the new book in here soon. As much as I thought I wanted to phase the Mafia stuff out of my writing, I have an idea for keeping it in, just as a side section. But the itch is there, I'm feeling the need to do some serious writing soon. There's no way I can cure that itch, so it's time to get beyond the hump of a first novel that really isn't all that great.
Otherwise, life is going pretty well. Of course, like all, I'd rather have more money and more time for skiing, but who wouldn't? The job is starting to get better, and I'm just feeling pretty good. Definitely a good spot to leave off on....
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Mike is back!
Well folks, it's been awhile. There's been some tough times. Went through a very nasty bit of the flu, preceeded by an emotional low point with my job, but now I'm back.
So where to start. Let's get the negative out of the way first. I truly and deeply hate my job: I spent so much time trying to become the teacher I've always wanted to be: creative, idealistic, and someone that my students would respect. Yet I've been stuck in a place that isn't really a school: it's a YMCA with a few attempts at class. But wait, I will not turn this into bitch fest. Here's the deal: things suck, but I've never quit or given up anything that I work at. I will turn this school around: I will make things work, until I burst: that's that.
Otherwise, I've recently interviewed in California: potential good opportunity with a lot more money. Puts me in a tough spot, mostly because I'm still in love with Colorado. But that's a separate entry and I don't want to think about it without becoming obsessed.
Have to be quick now to get back to work. The skiing has been great lately, my buddy James and I skiied so hard this weekend that I'm still somewhat sore a couple days later. The romance side of life has taken a wacky turn, and now I'm in about as weird a situation as possible right now. This new girl is an absolute keeper, but it's going to take a long time to make this work, and I really have to watch my ass on this one. Sorry so mysterious, but even on a blog, I'm not ready to talk about this one yet. Will continue soon, it's good to be back!
So where to start. Let's get the negative out of the way first. I truly and deeply hate my job: I spent so much time trying to become the teacher I've always wanted to be: creative, idealistic, and someone that my students would respect. Yet I've been stuck in a place that isn't really a school: it's a YMCA with a few attempts at class. But wait, I will not turn this into bitch fest. Here's the deal: things suck, but I've never quit or given up anything that I work at. I will turn this school around: I will make things work, until I burst: that's that.
Otherwise, I've recently interviewed in California: potential good opportunity with a lot more money. Puts me in a tough spot, mostly because I'm still in love with Colorado. But that's a separate entry and I don't want to think about it without becoming obsessed.
Have to be quick now to get back to work. The skiing has been great lately, my buddy James and I skiied so hard this weekend that I'm still somewhat sore a couple days later. The romance side of life has taken a wacky turn, and now I'm in about as weird a situation as possible right now. This new girl is an absolute keeper, but it's going to take a long time to make this work, and I really have to watch my ass on this one. Sorry so mysterious, but even on a blog, I'm not ready to talk about this one yet. Will continue soon, it's good to be back!
Tuesday, February 6, 2007
WILL BE BACK!
Sick, grouchy, and congested. I'm sure you all know the feeling: the one where you'd pay someone to drill a hole in your head to let the pressure go. Lots more to say later, and I will be back with a new look soon....
WILL BE BACK!
Sick, grouchy, and congested. I'm sure you all know the feeling: the one where you'd pay someone to drill a hole in your head to let the pressure go. Lots more to say later, and I will be back with a new look soon....
WILL BE BACK!
Sick, grouchy, and congested. I'm sure you all know the feeling: the one where you'd pay someone to drill a hole in your head to let the pressure go. Lots more to say later, and I will be back with a new look soon....
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