This post is dedicated to all of those moments of when it become strikingly clear that you are no longer the carefree kid and you realize you have in fact become….and ADULT. Inevitably after you have come to the realization you think to yourself, wait WHEN DID THAT HAPPEN!! It was just yesterday I was in high school driving around with my friends listening to homemade CD mixes. Now I work 50-60 hours a week, pay bills, and look forward to Saturdays when I can sleep in. Not cool, not cool.

Anyways, now that I am over my shock/disappointment of my … Continue Reading

I want to start this post off by saying that I love bartenders. I respect them and the job they have to do. I am by no means attempting to degrade or downplay the bartending profession. This post is actually my way of communicating my envy of the role of a bartender.  Now on to my post…

Have you ever had one of those days/weeks/months/years where you find yourself just looking to get away, more specifically, away from your job? Away from the constant demand of your time, the responsibility, the daily battles with coworkers and bosses, the ridiculous BS that … Continue Reading

In February I set out to beautify my yard so it was no longer the eye sore of the subdivision.  I contacted several contractors and landscapers and after getting all of their quotes I settled on one, Dependable Services Inc.  They seemed very professional, came up with great a great design, and were reasonable.  Below are the pictures they provided of what the finished project would look like.

Due to the rainy spring we had they finally made it out in the middle … Continue Reading

The US Presidential election of 2008 is certainly a historic election for a number of reasons. We saw both a woman and a black man each having legitimate shots at winning the election, with either choice being a first for America. We saw candidates using new means to connect with their audience, (Facebook, Twitter, etc).  Additionally, we also witnessed a record number of younger voters coming to the polls and casting their vote.

Now, a few months later, with our new President elected and sworn in, history was made. As a country, we have our first black President of the … Continue Reading

It happens to everyone. You are in the middle of something or an idea strikes you, or perhaps you do something and the consequences weren’t exactly what you had hoped for. No matter the exact reason, you find yourself uttering the words “Note to self…” or “Mental Note…” after realizing a fact that will be helpful for you to remember in the future.

After finding myselfy in one of these scenarios today, I was inspired to write a post documenting a collection of mental notes that I have had in the past. Hopefully some of the notes in this list ring … Continue Reading

It is a simple question. If you could pass on one valuable lesson to the world before you die, what would it be?

Everyone has their own unique lesson they would want to pass on. So I posed this question to my followers on Twitter to see what kind of responses people would give me. Here is what they came up with.

• Treat people as you want to be treated. @ihospitality
• Always strive to find the value in any situation you’re in. Its there. @JeepNaked
• Good things come to those who wait, but only … Continue Reading
  

It is the beginning of a new year when everyone is taking some time to reflect on life. In my short time here, I have come to learn a few lessons in my life. So here is a list, one lesson for each year of my life. I hope that some ring true for you too.

1. When it comes to friends, go for quality over quantity.
2. Save money when you can, especially when you are younger.
3. Don’t take your family for granted - they are you biggest fans and supporters.
4. Venture out of your comfort zone in work and in relationships.
5. Failure isn’t really failure … Continue Reading