LARS update

Well, I have less than ten in the account plus a week's supply of food for the month. And I've never been so excited to be anywhere else in my life. A little stressed, but happy.

moved in but not settled, yet

So much to talk about and yet I had to force myself to write this. Probably because of my financial situation. It seems to be forcing me into a state of distress and constant restlessness. The job search is scarce and the open positions are meager at best with a barrage of willing candidates. Of course, I'll take anything for now.

Besides that, all seems to be moving right along. School starts next week. My first week here I went to a music convention that opened quite a few doors for me in the video game music industry. I even received a very unexpected yet highly positive email from the guy who oversees composers for the top video games in the market. It was definitely the highlight of my crazy and discouraging week.

Another highlight was seeing Jason, Amy and their cute lil' kneebiters. Played Burnout 'till late and had some great laughs...ah the memories. Also spent some time with my Uncle Ricardo and his family last night. Played them some of my music, which they enjoyed. Talked about grilling some carne asada and heading to Rosarito to see his new place. It was all so relaxing and reminded me that I'm not alone in this crazy endeavor of mine.

it should be alright in the longrun

Today I give my two weeks. I'm actually going to miss working there. Unlike the other employments I've held in el armpito, this one was enjoyable, and of course I leave right as I get the schedule I want. I leave just as I find the best stylist. I leave without saying a word to the girl scouts and their damn cookies.

When I left Mexico at 17 I had an awesome job, an awesome girl, and an awesome life. But had I stayed, the awesomeness would've faded in time and I would've missed the experiences (+ & -) that made me see the world and grow up.

In 17 days I drive down to face an uncertain yet hopeful circumstance. My only comfort is in knowing that something new awaits. Irrelevant whether it's good/bad because I suppose I'm used to it by now. All I can do is believe that what I want is within reach, and hope that what I'm doing will get me there.

it's a new vegetable...ah aah ah ah

Exactly 30 days from today I'll be cruising down to Cali. My top three spots (among many others of course) will be In-N-Out, Taconazo (SB), and Kosmos. As soon as I get there I will move into my new place, chill a few days, go to a music convention, look for a job, and get ready for school. In preparation I need to fix up my car, either sell or move my furniture, and enjoy as many tagalongs as I possibly can.
I love cookies, so sue me.

Driving around SL seems to have a different vibe now that I'll be leaving. I can't help but feel a bit of pre-departure nostalgia. Part of me would like to come back one day but the other part finds it highly doubtful, however visiting's ok.

Interesting to see how the next few years'll pan out.

it's official: the Los Angeles Recording School

It all started on a Saturday brunch while I visited my mom a couple weeks ago. Though we'd spoken about it before, it finally made sense to take the next big step in my life. To follow what I've always been naturally inclined to do. Compose and produce on a professional level. I've been doing it seriously for the past three years and not so seriously for much longer.

The fear of moving is undeniable, however it's offset by my current fruitless situation. A nine month program to become a "Recording Engineer" awaits. My entrance date is November 23rd, which gives me less than two months since I'll be leaving earlier that month to find a job and possibly a place to live.

Leaving my unwanted past behind will be somewhat of a relief, though the few close friends I've made as well as the fam will be missed. I've moved my whole life so I'm pretty used to it by now.

I can't deny that I'm excited to finally make something out of myself. To be in a profession that I will actually look forward to every day of my adult life. Cheers to my future.

when it rains it pours...no really

Recently, I've been given several boxes of tagalongs for some reason and the temptation of indulging is too much to handle. I could use some will-power (no pun intended) and simply throw them away but then that would be a sin, according to my mother. On the other hand, partaking of those scrumptiously delectable cookies in massive amounts would be insatiably divine to say the least. Yes, I would want more and more y mas and I wouldn't stop until the last empty box. And yet, I probably wouldn't stop there either. I'd find a way to get more even though the season for cookies is obviously over.
The choice is clear.

all the love in the world

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One day when I can I will. And yes, you will be pobr :)