And Exhale...

Last weekend was the big wedding, this weekend is another fun event, and in two weeks we'll be in Disney for another weekend wedding. School starts up next week...AH! And work has been an adventure.

all I want is a chance to exhale... or at least a set of Massage Chairs for the two of us. Seriously, I would love one of those Human Touch chairs...they look amazing.

It's been fun week though. I'm working on a project for a friend and feel closer to them than they could ever imagine. Can't wait to share it.

On the work front (since this is supposed to be a retelling of my daily adventures as a banker) I have seen many positives. In general, the minions seemed to be facing the right direction. The most important part is my consistency and constant pushing. If they can at least see the direction we need to go, maybe I can encourage, prod and push them towards some goals. In time we'll see.

I was picked to be a resource for some consulting going on. I hope that my input will be taken seriously and that things can be taken in account for the future. Wouldn't it be funny to have worked so hard for changes that don't get implemented until I leave? well, then for the future, it will be better. good on them.

and good on you for reading.

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Holler

My new (ok, used) Rode NT-1 came in the mail yesterday. A huge improvement over my audio-technica vocal mic. I already tracked a demo... and I can't believe the warmth.

The project is coming along nicely (for those of you that didn't know there was a "project"). I am basically working a Digi 001 and the NT-1 at this point.

The plan:

5 strangers (ok, independent friends of mine that dont know each other), picked to play in a band (to kind of mess around with about 15-20 songs I've written) see what happens when.............ok, I'm done.

The point:

I'm not going to pretend I'm some rock star waiting to happen. I'm more interested in seeing what a bunch of really talented schmos like myself could do over a 6-7 month period if they take my songs...dismantle them, make them their (our) own, and then use our various talents to document the process.

The gear: a couple taylor acoustic guitars my fender jazz bass Ange's amazing voice Nate's cool guitar playing Kyle's drum kit a baby grand piano Reason (sampling and drum program) our hands and feet probably a borrowed Telecaster (thanks in advance, Adam) and my sweet guitar rig financed by a "few" Ross King gigs. etc.

The end product:

I'm hoping that we can end up with 12 songs of mine and maybe 3-4 songs we do as a group. We also have two side projects: a worship ep and a wedding ep. The first being an expression of our love for God...the latter is a "gift" for a member of "the band" getting married next summer.

I'll keep you posted.

Deep in the Heart of Texas

I love Texas. I love anything that comes out of Texas...aside from all the murderers and cults and illegal aliens and ridiculous politicians. Well, believe it or not, being from Texas, I really do love Texas.

Since I love Texas so, I wanted to highlight a Texas based business for you.

Pragma Systems is a company that provides secure connections to the Internet for businesses. Whether it's you are a business needing a Secure Shell Server, a Hand Held Client, or needing a Telnet Server to do your business from network to network.

And since achieving Microsoft's esteemed Gold Certified Partner Status, Pragma Systems is your company to get the job done right. Check them out today.

My Music and Movies Reviews

over at Fivecritics.com, I have posted some recent movie and music reviews. Check them out. 2007 was an interesting year and I was able to hear and see some great stuff. enjoy!

Happy New Year

Happy New Year Everyone! I hope your New Year's Eve and New Year's Day was caserole free. Ours was cold and hot at times. We were in Bethlehem watching the fireworks and went out for Chinese to fuel us for a 3am night. I'm still recovering.

Sunday was the best, however. For my buddy's bachelor party, we went to a local High School Football stadium (turf not grass!) and played 9 on 9 flag football. I can only remember one other time that I felt this sore...but this time around surpassed that by a long shot. I literally had to lift my legs up with my hands to get my legs in the car.

...luckily NYE rolled around and a little bubbly and a hot tub soothed my ailments.

For some of you who know me, I am sometimes known as a contrarian (it takes one to know one, Ross). I intentionally set out to buy an mp3 player other than an iPod because the name was basically what I was paying for....and with my recent run in with iTunes...it was a good idea.

Anyway, since iTouch and iPhone have been huge hits, I have swung back the other way to enjoying Apple products. I recently found a product that seemed really interesting...it's called the "invisibleSHIELD". It protects your whole ipod with a protect plastic layer. Kind of cool, if you ask me. No more bulky carrying cases...you keep the tactile feel of your iPod..WITH the protection of a case.

check it out here:

ipod case