Stroke the beard of Garett Bobby Ferguson.
I am in a particularly strange mood today. This is possibly due to my lack of sleep last night. So I must warn you, this post will probably be more on the random side. I just saw a commercial for a new childrens game. It was called Doggy Doo. The object of this game was to feed a plastic dog a playdoh like substance, and then to watch the dog poop it out in a nice perfect log shape. Interesting. It makes me wonder what has happened to the world. Whatever happened to Hotwheels? Or Lincoln Logs? Tinker Toys? NO! Let's watch a fake dog crap a log of Playdoh.
Necessary evils. Necessary. And Evil. Examples include work, taxes, laundry, and squirrels. But seriously though, we all have to do things that we don't wanna do. It all started when we were little and we heard our parents say those dreaded words "clean your room." I still struggle with that one. But it must be done. I'm sure everyone is thinking about something in their life that has to be done and they don't want to do it. These very things seem to be the most important things. The things that if we don't do them, we end up regretting it or miss out on something special. However necessary these evils are not the only things. Unnecessary things can be just as necessary. Mind Blown yet? Xbox, smart phones, laptops and HD are some of my personal picks for unnecessary necessities. What about you? What are the unnecessary things that you can't live without? Doggy Doo maybe?
Time to get serious. Music. Possibly the thing I am the most serious about these days. Lately I have been hooked on local and relatively unknown bands. Desert Noises, The Moth and the Flame, Timmy the Teeth, The Rural Alberta Advantage, Joshua James. Look these folks up if you would like to be amazed. But I also still love my classic mainstream music. Some may call me weird. They are correct.
Well I'm going to sign off,
Do the necessary evils, don't forget about the unnecessary necessities either. Don't let Doggy Doo invade your home. Who wants to watch it poop anyways?
Taylor.
Monday, November 26, 2012
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Week 7: Light and Fluffy
Well hello again,
It has been a very strange week for me. And not for any specific reason either. It flew by extremely fast. Most of the time I had no idea what day it was. But once again, sunday has come, and it's my weekly blog time. Unfortunately, I have had no deep and profound thoughts this week. This is probably due to the fact that I have had no time to think. Going going going, all week.
My busy schedule this week led me to an amazing concert on Friday, however. I saw some really talented local bands and artists. Lately, local music has been the only thing that I listen to. The Moth and the Flame, Desert Noises, Timmy the Teeth, Seve vs. Evan, Parlor Hawk, Joshua James, and Lake Island have been on repeat for days. Look them up on facebook if you don't know who they are.
Thanksgiving is literally right around the corner. Just four more days. I would go as far as to say that it is my favorite holiday. I feel a special spirit on that day as I am in the company of immediate and extended family. Many people have made the entire month of November "thankful month". I respect that a lot. We are never grateful enough for the things in our lives. Family, friends, our faith, home, freedom, employment. We take so much for granted. When I stop to think about all the good things in my life, I really am overwhelmed and the bad things seem to disappear. Maybe I live just a cushy life. Or maybe it really is because my focus has always just been on the things that are wrong with my life. I think it's really time to just switch focus. We have to experience the bad to fully appreciate the good. That is a simple truth.
I am positive that times are only going to get harder for us in general. How will you confront the difficult times? Will you run from your problems or will you rise to the challenges and emerge a better person? I hope that I can be one of the people to say that I took the more noble road. However, only time will tell.
Keep your head up. Don't quit. Improve yourself. Give thanks.
Taylor.
It has been a very strange week for me. And not for any specific reason either. It flew by extremely fast. Most of the time I had no idea what day it was. But once again, sunday has come, and it's my weekly blog time. Unfortunately, I have had no deep and profound thoughts this week. This is probably due to the fact that I have had no time to think. Going going going, all week.
My busy schedule this week led me to an amazing concert on Friday, however. I saw some really talented local bands and artists. Lately, local music has been the only thing that I listen to. The Moth and the Flame, Desert Noises, Timmy the Teeth, Seve vs. Evan, Parlor Hawk, Joshua James, and Lake Island have been on repeat for days. Look them up on facebook if you don't know who they are.
Thanksgiving is literally right around the corner. Just four more days. I would go as far as to say that it is my favorite holiday. I feel a special spirit on that day as I am in the company of immediate and extended family. Many people have made the entire month of November "thankful month". I respect that a lot. We are never grateful enough for the things in our lives. Family, friends, our faith, home, freedom, employment. We take so much for granted. When I stop to think about all the good things in my life, I really am overwhelmed and the bad things seem to disappear. Maybe I live just a cushy life. Or maybe it really is because my focus has always just been on the things that are wrong with my life. I think it's really time to just switch focus. We have to experience the bad to fully appreciate the good. That is a simple truth.
I am positive that times are only going to get harder for us in general. How will you confront the difficult times? Will you run from your problems or will you rise to the challenges and emerge a better person? I hope that I can be one of the people to say that I took the more noble road. However, only time will tell.
Keep your head up. Don't quit. Improve yourself. Give thanks.
Taylor.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Week 6: Curveball
Sometimes I wonder if everyone is getting sick of hearing and reading my boring blog posts, but then I remember that this is mainly for me. Not for anyone else. I appreciate those who read it and especially those who leave feedback. Thanks to all of you.
Life is never easy. It wasn't meant to be. That's why the challenge has always been to make the most of it and not let it pass you by. We have good days and we have bad ones. Sometimes life throws us a curveball and we have to decide whether we should swing or not. My philosophy has generally been swing. Take the risk. But my follow through has always been a bit on the sketchy side. Example: Many years ago, life threw a curveball to my everyday life when the opportunity rose to descend a very tall, steep hill. I took what seemed to be the fun option (the risk, the swing) and hurried down this daunting decline. My sketchy follow through caused me to fall and injure myself. In retrospect, it's obvious that the correct choice was not to swing at that curveball and to proceed with caution down the hill. I could have saved myself from various cuts, scrapes and bruises. But then again, sometimes it's those very decisions that shape who we are today. Some may call them mistakes, but others call them learning experiences. I'm also sure that all of us can think of many of these very experiences. Taking that swing at the curveball is NOT always the wrong option though. I can think of a number of occasions where that risk brought great reward. The dilemma for us then becomes, when should we swing and when shouldn't we? Just as many athletes discover, sometimes it may take a good coach to help learn and feel when the swing is appropriate. That coach, whether it be a true friend, parent, family member or the best coach of all, our Heavenly Father, will help to achieve that sense of what's right for us. I don't pretend, however, to be a pro or to always listen to my coach, but I do try to only take the necessary swings.
Innovation is the key to success in todays world. Think of anything that has made a difference lately or that has taken the public by storm. Social media for example was soo innovative that there is hardly a soul that isn't connected in one way or another to some form of social media. I am not, however, going to talk about the pros and cons of social media networks, but I will say they have been both good and bad to me over the years. Back to the topic of innovation. I think that's really the one thing I could use more of in my life. I've dedicated much thought to the subject. I'm obsessed with it. But yet, I still lack it. How innovative are you?
Well I'm going to bring this post to a close. Take it easy friends. Always look on the bright side, even if it's far from sight.
Life is never easy. It wasn't meant to be. That's why the challenge has always been to make the most of it and not let it pass you by. We have good days and we have bad ones. Sometimes life throws us a curveball and we have to decide whether we should swing or not. My philosophy has generally been swing. Take the risk. But my follow through has always been a bit on the sketchy side. Example: Many years ago, life threw a curveball to my everyday life when the opportunity rose to descend a very tall, steep hill. I took what seemed to be the fun option (the risk, the swing) and hurried down this daunting decline. My sketchy follow through caused me to fall and injure myself. In retrospect, it's obvious that the correct choice was not to swing at that curveball and to proceed with caution down the hill. I could have saved myself from various cuts, scrapes and bruises. But then again, sometimes it's those very decisions that shape who we are today. Some may call them mistakes, but others call them learning experiences. I'm also sure that all of us can think of many of these very experiences. Taking that swing at the curveball is NOT always the wrong option though. I can think of a number of occasions where that risk brought great reward. The dilemma for us then becomes, when should we swing and when shouldn't we? Just as many athletes discover, sometimes it may take a good coach to help learn and feel when the swing is appropriate. That coach, whether it be a true friend, parent, family member or the best coach of all, our Heavenly Father, will help to achieve that sense of what's right for us. I don't pretend, however, to be a pro or to always listen to my coach, but I do try to only take the necessary swings.
Innovation is the key to success in todays world. Think of anything that has made a difference lately or that has taken the public by storm. Social media for example was soo innovative that there is hardly a soul that isn't connected in one way or another to some form of social media. I am not, however, going to talk about the pros and cons of social media networks, but I will say they have been both good and bad to me over the years. Back to the topic of innovation. I think that's really the one thing I could use more of in my life. I've dedicated much thought to the subject. I'm obsessed with it. But yet, I still lack it. How innovative are you?
Well I'm going to bring this post to a close. Take it easy friends. Always look on the bright side, even if it's far from sight.
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Week 5.2: Photography and Hidden Places
Here are some of my recent photos. All were taken by me. Try and guess where they were taken.
Fall colors on a calm Sunday afternoon.
No trespassing!
I truly believe that the edit is what makes this photo what it is.
This house seems haunted. Rumor has it that some cows now call this place home.
My favorite shot from Spain.
Ending on a colorful note.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Week 5: Sorry it took soo long.
I'd like to just start off by saying that my heart goes out to the family and friends of Joshua Pratt Hooper, who tragically lost his life on Saturday in a shooting accident. You are in my prayers.
I promise not to make this entry a gloomy one though. I believe we get enough of that from our daily news and daily lives. Lets try and focus on the positive things in life. What is it that helps you get through the day? A loved one, a pet, or a hobby? Whatever it is that makes you happy, cling to it and appreciate it. Lately for me I've really come to realize that my family is what makes me keep going. I may not be around alot, but I truly to believe that I would be lost without them. They say that November is the month of thanks giving. Well, i am first and foremost thankful for my parents and siblings.
I'm not lying when I say that my life has been quite the rollercoaster this week. I have had many ups. But I also have had an equal amount of downs. So I'm left feeling neutral. Content. But hopes remain bright. I'm very excited to see where my life is going to take me next. I'd like to already know what's coming my way, be one step ahead, but that isn't really how life works. We live one day at a time. If we have our feet grounded, we will be ready for whatever life throws at us. If your feet aren't set, then you better get them there, because one can only predict that our lives will get harder with time. The economy, politics, natural disasters, and the media are all getting worse. We all need to be ready. Well, as ready as we can be. Make that effort to be one step ahead.
On a more worldly note, one of my greatest vices is video games. I am very nerdily happy for the releases of my two favorite video game series. Halo and Call of Duty. Don't hate on me for it. I still love you... Anyways, i just wish i could get the games for free instead of paying 60 bucks a pop. Oh well, I guess it is my punishment.
I'm going to do something a little bit different with my songs of the week this time. It will be a throwback edition. A tribute to some of my favorite songs of all time.
1. Soul Meets Body - Death Cab for Cutie. One song that if I hear it, I must sing it. It dates back to my early beginnings with music. One that helped me get started.
2. Sweetness - Jimmy Eat World. Favorite track from the third album i ever owned. Mind blowing and will always have a special place in my heart.
3. All These Things That I've Done - The Killers. The first album I ever purchased. One of the best I've ever purchased. One of the greatest tracks of all time. Hands Down.
Well until next time.
Ps. Go with your gut. Don't wimp out, because the risk brings reward.
I promise not to make this entry a gloomy one though. I believe we get enough of that from our daily news and daily lives. Lets try and focus on the positive things in life. What is it that helps you get through the day? A loved one, a pet, or a hobby? Whatever it is that makes you happy, cling to it and appreciate it. Lately for me I've really come to realize that my family is what makes me keep going. I may not be around alot, but I truly to believe that I would be lost without them. They say that November is the month of thanks giving. Well, i am first and foremost thankful for my parents and siblings.
I'm not lying when I say that my life has been quite the rollercoaster this week. I have had many ups. But I also have had an equal amount of downs. So I'm left feeling neutral. Content. But hopes remain bright. I'm very excited to see where my life is going to take me next. I'd like to already know what's coming my way, be one step ahead, but that isn't really how life works. We live one day at a time. If we have our feet grounded, we will be ready for whatever life throws at us. If your feet aren't set, then you better get them there, because one can only predict that our lives will get harder with time. The economy, politics, natural disasters, and the media are all getting worse. We all need to be ready. Well, as ready as we can be. Make that effort to be one step ahead.
On a more worldly note, one of my greatest vices is video games. I am very nerdily happy for the releases of my two favorite video game series. Halo and Call of Duty. Don't hate on me for it. I still love you... Anyways, i just wish i could get the games for free instead of paying 60 bucks a pop. Oh well, I guess it is my punishment.
I'm going to do something a little bit different with my songs of the week this time. It will be a throwback edition. A tribute to some of my favorite songs of all time.
1. Soul Meets Body - Death Cab for Cutie. One song that if I hear it, I must sing it. It dates back to my early beginnings with music. One that helped me get started.
2. Sweetness - Jimmy Eat World. Favorite track from the third album i ever owned. Mind blowing and will always have a special place in my heart.
3. All These Things That I've Done - The Killers. The first album I ever purchased. One of the best I've ever purchased. One of the greatest tracks of all time. Hands Down.
Well until next time.
Ps. Go with your gut. Don't wimp out, because the risk brings reward.
Friday, November 2, 2012
Week 4.5: Consequences.
Blog time again chumps! This one might get a lil wordy; I've got lots on my mind. I don't really even know where to start.
I'll start off with the topic of consequences. Even though it is a ver broad never ending topic, it has been on my mind a lot lately. When most of us hear that word, we automatically think of bad consequences. We, often times, don't view the good things that happen to us as consequences but as rewards. But the two remain the same. We, as humans, tend to feel like we receive mainly bad consequences in our lives. I'm no exception. Most of the time it feels like everything sucks. Then, something always reminds me of just how good I have it. I am reminded to count my blessings instead of cursings. But still we must all own up to the consequences of our choices whether good or bad, and move on. Let others make their choices and respect them. Remember the golden rule.
Another hot topic in my crazy brain has been friends. To be honest I have lots of friends. I am thankful for every one of them. I won't name names, but they know who they are. It all started with my first friends who will always be my mistake bestest friends even though our paths cross more rarely than I'd like. Even over all these years, I'd still do anything for them. As our paths went in different directions, I was blessed with new friends that I now hold equally as dear. Thanks to them I've never felt lonely or abandoned. A well timed phone call can fix a lot and prevent loneliness. Surprisingly, at my job, even though I don't like my job, I have made great friends that are like my family. Again, as we drift different ways, I will still consider them best friends. We all have a BEST friend though. Some one that knows you better than anyone else, and can finish your sentence before you even say it. I can think of that person. I hope they think of me still. But, alas, those dreaded consequences come into play and change things; throw us a curve ball and we are forced to move on.
Anyone that knows me knows that a big topic on my brain is always music. My taste in music has changed a lot over the years. But in the end I've really found my musical identity. However eclectic it is, it describes me perfectly. If you want to get to know me, look through my ipod. Few have been privileged to do so.
Here are this weeks top 3 songs on my ipod and why:
Oak Tree - Desert Noises. This is my favorite track off of the album Mountain Sea. They will be here in concert twice this month. I plan to attend both shows.
We Were Kids - Turtle Giants. This song + the music video is just great. It makes me want to be a kid again. Life was much simpler. Days were longer. Santa Claus was real.
Dig Into Waves - Freelance Whales. This band has the potential to achieve great things. They are quickly climbing up my mental charts. Give it a listen. Close your eyes as you do so...
What I've learned this week: when everything seems bad, is when something amazing comes along, and you're happy. And you ant to spend all your time with that something.
Until next time friends...
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