Who? What? Where? Why? How?
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eggwards✷I'm bored, but can't seem to channel the energy, or creativity to break out of it and do something. I guess I rely too much on the television to fill time, but in early January, nothing is on. I spent a few minutes actually watching some strange program on the Travel Channel where television star whore Jack Osborne tried (and succeeded) in losing weight by attempting several extreme sports. I guess this was better viewing than the continual slow reveal of Congressional corruption through fund-raising and lobbying, or the odd thought that God was madder at PM Arel Sharon for trying to create peace in the region than he would be at those who would cause instability and pain. Instead, it's the spoiled child of a aging rocker able to run around the world and get fit. Meanwhile, I eat my Whataburger.
✷Chris was talking about the possibility of getting a tattoo at some time in the future, if he ever finds that holy grail of designs. I don't know if I'm really wanting to do the same, ever. I thought about getting something with my fraternity's letters and the Animaniacs back in the early nineties, but now I'm glad I didn't do it. It's not that I don't love the frat, or Yakko, Wakko and the Warner sister, Dot, but it's not quite as red-hot as it was back then. Generally I'm not turned on by tattoos, and if there's too much, they can be a turn off. I guess this is another case of, if it doesn't excite me, why would I want to emulate it? Now piercing - that's a whole different thing. I find a few piercings very appealing, especially nipple rings and PA's, but I'm way too timid to get them myself. I'm pretty anti-pain. So I guess my body will stay whole and unadorned, for now.
✷I've picked up a few new "friends" for my reading here on LJ, and a couple of them are writers. good writers making a living of it. They are also branching out into other media, radio and television appearances because of their work in writing for magazines, books and online. I have never meet them, but I have that 3 degrees of gay separation thing going on. I'm watching their career with interest, because I want it. I wish that I could find a way to follow a similar career. Of course, it probably helps that they live in LA, but that's not where they got their start - from what I know so far.
As you can guess, it's another case of, why didn't I do that? I guess I spend too much time and effort on wondering why i don't have that life, instead of trying to look for opportunities. Still, if things go as I'm trying to plan them, I may be more concerned with having continuing employment, when planning a move, than trying to take a leap into a unknown realm.
I want to make 2006 a year that I take more risks, but now I just need to focus in and really look at what I can do, and how to implement those changes. I need to know what constitutes risk, and what is just plain crazy. Currently, I'm stuck in a rut.
Oh, and I want more sex in 2006, too. Just so you know.
✷Chris was talking about the possibility of getting a tattoo at some time in the future, if he ever finds that holy grail of designs. I don't know if I'm really wanting to do the same, ever. I thought about getting something with my fraternity's letters and the Animaniacs back in the early nineties, but now I'm glad I didn't do it. It's not that I don't love the frat, or Yakko, Wakko and the Warner sister, Dot, but it's not quite as red-hot as it was back then. Generally I'm not turned on by tattoos, and if there's too much, they can be a turn off. I guess this is another case of, if it doesn't excite me, why would I want to emulate it? Now piercing - that's a whole different thing. I find a few piercings very appealing, especially nipple rings and PA's, but I'm way too timid to get them myself. I'm pretty anti-pain. So I guess my body will stay whole and unadorned, for now.
✷I've picked up a few new "friends" for my reading here on LJ, and a couple of them are writers. good writers making a living of it. They are also branching out into other media, radio and television appearances because of their work in writing for magazines, books and online. I have never meet them, but I have that 3 degrees of gay separation thing going on. I'm watching their career with interest, because I want it. I wish that I could find a way to follow a similar career. Of course, it probably helps that they live in LA, but that's not where they got their start - from what I know so far.
As you can guess, it's another case of, why didn't I do that? I guess I spend too much time and effort on wondering why i don't have that life, instead of trying to look for opportunities. Still, if things go as I'm trying to plan them, I may be more concerned with having continuing employment, when planning a move, than trying to take a leap into a unknown realm.
I want to make 2006 a year that I take more risks, but now I just need to focus in and really look at what I can do, and how to implement those changes. I need to know what constitutes risk, and what is just plain crazy. Currently, I'm stuck in a rut.
Oh, and I want more sex in 2006, too. Just so you know.
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Go for it! Get the PA!
Date: 2006-01-06 11:33 am (UTC)PAs pierce less tissue and fully heal much faster than nip piercings. A PA pierces two layers of tissue, the urethra and and skin just below the glans, about 1/16". Nipple piercings typically involve a 1/2" piercing.
Piercing can be just as addicting as tattoos. No sooner than had the needle broken the other side of my frenum piercing, I was considering "What next?" Guiche, septum, navel,...
Don't know much about the Houston area piercers, but Obscurities next to Hunky's on Throckmorton is highly regarded.
Go for the PA - "It's just a little prick." Besides, the PA crowd is still a fairly small fraternity; Guys with PAs give each other that wry knowing smile that the pierced nip crowd was doing 15 years ago. Nipples have become so metrosexual they're mainstream.
PS: Whataburger Rulez - Gimme a #6 with cheese. The Triple-triple is a rare pleasure.
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Date: 2006-01-06 03:01 pm (UTC)You've spoken often about being in Dallas and about being unhappy at work ... If you've got some savings and emotional support and backup there, why not just take a deep breath and go where you will be happy? There are no perfect situations or decisions, just plan as best you can. With great risk, often comes great reward!
You'll find a job in Dallas if you are there full time. I'm sure with the skill set you have for your current position that you can also find temp or contract work till you find exactly the right position for you. As to your writing, I suggest beginning (when you are bored:) by organizing a portfolio of your writing. Then you can see the type of writing you most would be interested in pursuing whether it be short story, novel, political commentary, essays, etc ...
My friend ... and I say this with great affection ... the only way to get out of a rut is to break the routine. Playing it safe is sometimes wise ... other times, it's just a slow and painful death for your soul...
Good Luck! Big HUGS!
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Date: 2006-01-09 02:00 pm (UTC)I'll be announcing something shortly, but it looks like the rut will be broken. Now the whole job of being able to ride and take advantage of the changes will be on my shoulders.
As for writing, I hope I can find some outlets. I really can't write short stories, but i would like to start up some journalism efforts. Once things get settled, I'll be ready for that.
Thanks for your input...I hope i'll get to see you when you're here in Texas!