I am a graphic designer who understands the power of social media. I understand the importance of a blog. I grasp the concept of an online reputation. I am also an opinionated realist that is not afraid to speak my mind. I like to challenge processes of thought and try to debug what society treats as the norm. Are my opinions and thoughts always right? That is for you to decide. In this blog you will find topics ranging from golf and graphic design to music and pop culture. I try to leave no reader behind and write on a variety of topics for whatever perks your interest.
It seems like every DJ I listen to I find something new. From beats to vocals, each DJ I hear provides something new and something unique. I want to be pushed to the limits of my taste, and I want to be sent to a new level of skill. The man I am sitting with today does just that. His work is new, and not very well known here in the states. But that doesn’t stop him from producing some sick beats and some incredible tracks. I first heard him on last.fm while flipping [...]
It all started in late 2004 when I first met my wife. We worked together and from the first day that I met her I was instantly attracted to her. She was a beautiful young energetic girl from Mexico. I wasn’t sure how good her English was, but I soon found out that it was above average for someone that wasn’t from here. I decided I just had to ask her out. Some how despite being from two totally different places we really connected. After a month we really [...]
I had been driving a hand-me-down truck from my father. . From the day I got the keys, the truck had been falling apart. Where do I begin? The windshield wipers didn’t work. The passenger window never went down. If the driver’s side window went down, well, good luck getting it back up. Oh, and the brakes didn’t work all that well. It got to the point where my friends and I used to joke abut playing Russian roulette while driving. Will the brakes [...]
Dance music is a passion of mine. I don’t produce this stuff, but I listen to it more than anyone I know. In the world of dance music, it is tough living in the Midwest. We just don’t have a very good scene here in Indiana. You need to go to Chicago, LA, Miami, or New York to see some of the bigger and better DJs. Every now and then, however, this city will feature a huge name like Paul Van Dyk or DJ Irene. And last year, when these guys came to town, there [...]
Saturday nights in Broad Ripple usually consist of dinner, a few drinks, and hanging out with friends. You might start somewhere like La Jolla Mexican Restaurant for some chips and salsa, maybe a margarita. Then you might head over to Brother’s Bar & Grill for a couple of beers. Perhaps then off to a dance club like Landsharks or The Vogue. While this might be fun, I decided to spend my Saturday night this week at Birdy’s Bar & Grill. As you know [...]
Around four year ago (maybe more maybe less but I digress) Scotty’s Brewhouse opened on 96th St. in Indianapolis. Every time I drove by the parking lot was always packed. I had to go check this place out. A few of my co-workers and I headed to Scotty’s on a Monday after work. We had a great time, had some good food and plenty of cold beer. Even though the tab was higher than some of the other places we frequented we enjoyed it enough to return [...]
Wine is more than just a drink. Wine is an experience. Wine, and the appreciation of wine, is a lifestyle. You can grab a cheap bottle of wine at the liquor store, sure. But why? Why not take the time to research the wine, learn things about the area the grapes came from, and enjoy the wine with your meal. Take the effort to pick wines based on what’s for dinner. I have a hard time drinking the same wine twice. (I am drinking a glass of red as I type.) For every wine that [...]
I ended up playing quite well through my years in high school, and when it came time to choose a college, I picked based on golf. I went to Marian College, now Marian University, and hated every second of it. Sure, I had some good memories there, met some good people and made some lifelong friends. But I hated the golf program. I hated the way the coach handled practice sessions, and basically ended up hating the entire way collegiate golf was [...]
Never having seen a magic act before, I was a little nervous to attend the Mind Tripping Show. I had no idea what to expect and was curious if it was really a magic show, or more of a psychological thriller type of show. Either way, a good friend of mine had introduced me to it, and his brother was actually one of the main performers. Mind Tripping is brought to you by Christian Painter and Katalina Absolon. Before I get into the show itself, let me tell you a little bit about [...]
I have never actually met the man I am sitting with today. We have only chatted a few times on the phone and shared in a handful of emails. But from the moment I started talking to this guy I knew we were going to become friends. He likes to travel, which is a plus. He likes to play golf, which is plus. And he is good at golf, promising to help me learn how to make some putts. That is definitely a plus. He is down to earth, understands what it means to work [...]