December 2, 2010
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Looking Back and Looking Forward
I haven’t been writing a lot recently and when I do, it seems to revolve around these subjects:
1. My dad and his health
2. My inability to get a good night’s sleep
3. Work / life balance or how 24 hours in a day is just not enough
4. “What I did today” stuff and venting
5. Misc food entries (you folks don’t get to see my errors or taste them – lucky you)
While that’s alright there’s not a lot of variety here. What I want to spend more time writing about is
1. Writing: I want to develop and grow into a better writer. This is probably one of the few things I really enjoy doing. Even with the shrinking number of bloggers, it’s great that there are still some good writers here. I started this writing blogring with Colin and unfortunately I’ve sort of stagnated. Colin – to his credit has written some interesting stuff.
2. Photography: Some of you folks just have a wonderful eye and skill to capture light and images. I sometimes wish I had a better camera or a better lens but I know that’s really not the answer. I’m sort of like a point and shoot photographer. When I review my pictures afterwards, I just go “aw … shoot.”
3. Health (physical and mental): it’s been sometime since I’ve worked out regularly. I was watching a movie about aliens recently (Skyline – sorry, I can’t find anything good to say about this movie). I think if I was abducted by some alien, they would look at me as “well marbled”.
Alien #1: This human is a keeper, he is like their wagyu beef.
Alien #2: Yes, we’ll have to feed him lots of beer and give him plenty of massages.
Alien #1: He is a remarkable specimen. Maybe we should keep him as a breeder.
Matt: Excuse me aliens, but I don’t breed with the female species – they just don’t interest me. Are you planning to abduct any hot guys?
Alien #1: He’s not that useful as a breeder. Maybe we can just keep him around to amuse us. He has a really odd sense of humour.
Well, maybe entries about getting fit aren’t that interesting. But I do need to find a better balance in my life.
4. More interesting observations about everyday challenges in life and lessons that I’ve failed to learn or am still learning.
We’ll see how this progresses.
Comments (21)
If I were the alien, I’d force you to reproduce anyway. It’s either that or we eat you raw like nigiri sushi!
Why you gotta post on Xanga and not be on MSN?!
You still amuses me even with those one-liners! If I were the alien, I’ll keep you around to amuse….until you fattened up!
I take all of my photos with a little point and shoot. It’s not the camera..it’s the eye!
I like scenario 3. :] with the aliens…
speaking about your dad’s health… how is he lately?
it’s been so cold lately! *offers you a warm hug*
Hahaha not a useful breeder XD. That’ll just get you eaten D:.
haha, the alien lines were hilarious – well marbled!
i like that you’re modest – your entries are usually entertaining and insightful.
LOL…To reproduce to or to be eaten!!! xD
Well you can write a screenplay with the talent you have writing the dialogue with the aliens. Seriously I have trouble doing dialogue.
I do enjoy your posts – you always leaving me thinking.
Well, your sense of humor is intact. That’s important.
the fourth is by far the most important Matt. Focus on it.
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Skyline was odd to watch. At least the aliens that abduct you sounds reasonable.
@yang1815 - you’re a cruel alien.
@CurryPuffy - oh dear… another hungry alien. I’ll likely be the subject of a food blog.
@CareyGLY - that’s true (so it must be me… ). I do like your sunset / dusk shots.
@Devilzgaysianboi - dad is hanging in there and still putting up a fight. Thanks for the hug.
@pika_whoosh - it’s tough being gay – hahaha.
@stepaside_loser - usually entertaining and insightful. I guess sometimes I’m not? hahahaha… j/k.
@oxyGENE_08 - it’s a tough life; perfect entry for FML?
@Fatcat723 - I hope you will not be dreaming about aliens tonight.
@AppsScraps - you’re right Brent, I’ll do that more often.
@christao408 - I doubt if I’ll ever lose my sense of humor. Although it does disappear from time to time.
@tsotofu - interesting link… I’ve never done any of that stuff before.
@Roadlesstaken - J was kinda miffed since we wasted our money on it. We settled for some late night congee to make up for the disappointing film.
@ElusiveWords - I’m not an alien. I’m just cruel.
@ElusiveWords - I’m all for gay pride if it means it delays the process of me becoming a meal for aliens since you get eaten first! BWAHAHAHAHA.
haha… at least you still able to produce blogs and they always managed to share the sense of humor side of you, whether it is in a peachy side or a somber side. as for me, i’m in need of a serious motivation or inspiration (which ever one comes first) to actually feel my day is worth writing about. i think i need to get a life first and foremost.
Dearest Matt:
Your shoes are fascinating. You’re a clever man. It’s good to see your notes (even if I stop in here so infrequently, I get an email feed). You’re a fine photographer.
–markb
I am at that point again this year and while on vacation started
making a list of the things I need to concentrate on in the coming
months. (a long list as it would happen)
Hopefully I can start slow and work at chipping away
to become more well rounded. To open myself up to new things
and to get better at the things I already enjoy doing.
Cheers Matt
*~matthew~*
I am glad you find humor in the simple and mundane things of life Matt. Have been thinking of you.
@pika_whoosh - hahaha… oh man, I appreciate the support (I think)…
@rudyhou - I really enjoyed the entries about you visiting that temple. I usually think my life is boring and everyone’s else is more fascinating.
@mbpasadena -
I’m glad you’re still around!
@bleuzeus - it takes courage and time to move forward. I’m glad you’re doing this. Don’t be overwhelmed if the list is too long. Just focus on the ones that are really important.
@ZSA_MD - it’s always comforting to know that you’re thinking of me. Thank you.