Performed at Open Mic at the Multicultural Center at Sac State...
felt alive to hear other poets words jump off walls and bounce into the souls of those yearning the great things in life
snippets of poetry makes me aware of my random quirky side
art is the spirit of my life. starting drawing in sketchbook again. as the pen irks to be touched,
I continue to dabble in the fine arts.
late nights makes me jumpy but coffee puts me back in motion
oh the night is young always ready for a quiet fight. Im ready to finish those words spoken long ago
"who shall look after the graves after i am gone...i will"
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Happy New Year 2010
Ive come to realize that on a journey,
you will always learn the bad and good about yourself.
My life is my own.
No one is my master except myself.
Rosh Hashana teaches you to be present in your life.
Enjoy the interesting, sweet scenes of your life.
Spend time with those you cherish.
Exist for every delicious take.
Never forget to be grateful.
Have a sweet and good New Year filled with joy, love, peace, acceptance and understanding!
Shana Tova u'Metuka
you will always learn the bad and good about yourself.
My life is my own.
No one is my master except myself.
Rosh Hashana teaches you to be present in your life.
Enjoy the interesting, sweet scenes of your life.
Spend time with those you cherish.
Exist for every delicious take.
Never forget to be grateful.
Have a sweet and good New Year filled with joy, love, peace, acceptance and understanding!
Shana Tova u'Metuka
Monday, September 6, 2010
The Aura is Always Pure
"to live in this world
you must be able
to do three things
to love what is mortal;
to hold it
against your bones knowing
your own life depends on it;
and, when the time comes to let it go,
to let it go"
— Mary Oliver
As you hear the music of desire bouncing of the walls, then you try to jump into the heaps of ills. Screaming for acceptance, understanding that everything isnt a silk red dress with 6 inch heels. I draw on the sake of the people because people are silly. We must be stars of our own life's production. Dont deceive your own self because that would be a cruel punishment.
...hear the tango music, you make me believe in everything
you must be able
to do three things
to love what is mortal;
to hold it
against your bones knowing
your own life depends on it;
and, when the time comes to let it go,
to let it go"
— Mary Oliver
As you hear the music of desire bouncing of the walls, then you try to jump into the heaps of ills. Screaming for acceptance, understanding that everything isnt a silk red dress with 6 inch heels. I draw on the sake of the people because people are silly. We must be stars of our own life's production. Dont deceive your own self because that would be a cruel punishment.
...hear the tango music, you make me believe in everything
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Being Vogue
Being vogue,
so divine,
ultimate freedom,
free flowing poet,
jamming on the waves,
making it count,
every day!
so divine,
ultimate freedom,
free flowing poet,
jamming on the waves,
making it count,
every day!
"Some people thrive on huge, dramatic change. Some people prefer the slow and steady route. Do what's right for you." -Julie Morgenstern
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Life is comical
life
is a comedy show.
with clowns bouncing on poles.
dogs walking on two legs.
red nosed reindeer's.
a rainy day quickly changes to a sunny afternoon.
saying silly things.
making a mole out of a mountain.
wishing under the stars.
making pockets out of socks.
crying and then laughing.
is a comedy show.
with clowns bouncing on poles.
dogs walking on two legs.
red nosed reindeer's.
a rainy day quickly changes to a sunny afternoon.
saying silly things.
making a mole out of a mountain.
wishing under the stars.
making pockets out of socks.
crying and then laughing.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Self pity should not be in our vocabulary
I never saw a wild thing
sorry for itself.
A small bird will drop frozen dead from a bough
without ever having felt sorry for itself.
~ DH Lawrence
We have the greatest capacity to learn from one another, challenge each other, and fight for similar causes. However, our weakness is that sometimes we rarely climb through those walls and break down barriers. We allow ourselves to pity our situation and allow others to feel the same.
My quest is to utilize my mind, my soul, and my being to be the best: seeking out others who see me doing awesome things. My quest will bring me to narrow parts, strange areas but these ventures must be taken in order to breathe freely.
This poem shows me that it is possible; that my life matters. My work has value and I will never back down!
sorry for itself.
A small bird will drop frozen dead from a bough
without ever having felt sorry for itself.
~ DH Lawrence
We have the greatest capacity to learn from one another, challenge each other, and fight for similar causes. However, our weakness is that sometimes we rarely climb through those walls and break down barriers. We allow ourselves to pity our situation and allow others to feel the same.
My quest is to utilize my mind, my soul, and my being to be the best: seeking out others who see me doing awesome things. My quest will bring me to narrow parts, strange areas but these ventures must be taken in order to breathe freely.
This poem shows me that it is possible; that my life matters. My work has value and I will never back down!
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Budget Woes: Day 36
Chicory located nicely by the Capital has become one of my favorite spots to hang and enjoy a lovely cup of coffee. The excitement of people watching is always a joy to see. Amidst the coffee aromas and pastry stickiness, business is as usual. Legislators and staffers walk through place like they own it; passing business cards, snapping keys on their phones, and clapping their heels. These attributes makes me weary every time. 35 days since no budget and all they do is walk around like its free time. People’s lives are at stake and they are playing poker. Someone explain this to me. My grand idea still stands: chain them to their desks with one hand free to sign! Keep them locked until the solution and compromise is made.
Monday, August 2, 2010
human or dancers?
are we human or we dancers? I think we are both. At least, for me. Crazy for life, love, and laughter. Nothing gets me going than having a ball with people. To making it count, for all the moments that have past and all the moments that will come. I must believe in the extraordinary power of humans! If not, then I will truly be lost.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Israel Journal
Journal from Israel
Day 1
First impressions of Israelis: direct, straightforward, dont take crap from people, pushy
Arrived in Israel after 9 hours on a plane, got my phone, exchange rate 3.71, met tour guide, “This is yours, take whatever you want - spiritually, physically, and mentally”
Went to a beach where Roman adequate were built, the remains are still in existence
Stepping back in time,
lots of open spaces,
lots of green, trees everywhere,
vary nature orientated,
food tastes amazing,
had my first swarma - not bad,
real sugar no preservatives,
very excited to be here,
to connect to the people,
to the land,
and what life can offer.
Day 2
Hike to Golan Heights,
beautiful sights,
difficult path to the top,
fell,
but had help on the way,
commitment to finishing.
Kayaking on the Jordan River,
bamboo shoots,
reminded me of the arrival of baby Moses.
Saw Syrian border,
no one is allowed is through that terrain esp. Israelis,
will be kidnapped,
Winery,
different tastes of wines imported,
tried 3 wines,
“climbed a fucking mountain, i will drink!”
went to a bar,
crazy lights surrounded us as we danced,
shared vodka with Russians,
exhausted, sore,
happy to have met so many awesome people
Day 3
another hike,
nature was opening her arms and letting us in,
3 1/2 hours of sweat pouring down our backs,
then off to the beach,
where the sand is coarse and sticky,
felt alive,
walked on an israeli castle,
walked the streets of an Arabic city,
people selling trinkets,
drinking coffee,
saw a group of Orthodox girls,
sights, soreness, and beauty,
Shabbat - getting ready for the hassle,
last detail shopping, arguing shopkeepers about whose meat is the best,
visiting temples,
sacred - off to the golden city Jerusalem,
cobblestones, memories of a forbidden city,
never ending cycle of culture
Day 4
Heard the bell,
that begins the Shabbat,
relaxing in this city,
everything shuts down,
and rests,
stepping back in time,
all Jewish,
from taxi driver,
to the shopkeeper,
one way or another,
linked by faith,
many israeli flags in business,
temples, schools, government,
pride is here,
relaxing.
Day 5
swim,
walk,
let the waters take you,
in the zone of existing,
the knesset was beautiful,
the shabbat feeling is all around,
confronting to hear prayers,
and the bell was heard again.
Day 6
Israeli cemetry,
everyone is buried together,
no mention of rank,
just dedication to your country,
humble, peaceful,
nothing fancy,
Meir, Rabin, Leah Rabin, Yoni, and Hannah Senach,
everyone I learned about in elementary school
Yad Vashem, overwhelming but not feeling tears,
i have seen so many of these memorials,
powerful marker of the past,
saw actual Schindlers list,
saw Mr. Pages name,
felt happy to recognize,
then after all that,
the night was young,
as we took it all for a ride,
israeli women have pride in themselves,
as individuals,
dancing to the lights,
alive and in the zone.
Day 7
Kotel,
beautiful,
woman section was small,
lots of women to get through,
had a conversation,
left accomplished,
“we have the belief inside,
we dont have to it all in our buildings”
obnoxious drivers,
old city welcomes everyone,
“history makers, not bystanders”
in the middle of the Jewish quarter,
dancing our hearts out,
looking up at the heavens,
and saying thank you for bringing me here!
beautiful architecture.
Day 8
Boudin Tents,
best food ever,
everyone together under one tent,
trekking up to Masada,
to see sun the wake up,
what a beauty,
4 people had bnai mitzahs
rode a camel,
soon it will be time see you later,
no thoughts of usa yet,
respect and love,
tel aviv is next
Day 9
Tel Aviv,
modern city,
open 24/7,
lots of people,
lots of things to do,
fast paced,
beach bars,
chill and relax,
out of control,
beauty through the seas eyes,
walking through dark corners,
sleep tonight,
last day tomorrow.
Day 10
Rabins square,
life is apparent here,
from resurrection to rejuevation,
“show me the way so I can know the path”
last couple of hours,
hardest to swallow,
independance hall took my breath away,
the strenght that lies in the israeli soul,
will never diminsh and never falter,
“we will not apologize”
stuffed like sardines in a tiny room,
awaiting the final verdict of the resolution,
that would determine Israels future,
butterflies were playing in cementary,
entering in the USA border,
“welcome home”
US is my home, my life,
this is my freedom,
the kindness of strangers,
a magician contributing to the magic everyday,
move forward with my goals.
Day 1
First impressions of Israelis: direct, straightforward, dont take crap from people, pushy
Arrived in Israel after 9 hours on a plane, got my phone, exchange rate 3.71, met tour guide, “This is yours, take whatever you want - spiritually, physically, and mentally”
Went to a beach where Roman adequate were built, the remains are still in existence
Stepping back in time,
lots of open spaces,
lots of green, trees everywhere,
vary nature orientated,
food tastes amazing,
had my first swarma - not bad,
real sugar no preservatives,
very excited to be here,
to connect to the people,
to the land,
and what life can offer.
Day 2
Hike to Golan Heights,
beautiful sights,
difficult path to the top,
fell,
but had help on the way,
commitment to finishing.
Kayaking on the Jordan River,
bamboo shoots,
reminded me of the arrival of baby Moses.
Saw Syrian border,
no one is allowed is through that terrain esp. Israelis,
will be kidnapped,
Winery,
different tastes of wines imported,
tried 3 wines,
“climbed a fucking mountain, i will drink!”
went to a bar,
crazy lights surrounded us as we danced,
shared vodka with Russians,
exhausted, sore,
happy to have met so many awesome people
Day 3
another hike,
nature was opening her arms and letting us in,
3 1/2 hours of sweat pouring down our backs,
then off to the beach,
where the sand is coarse and sticky,
felt alive,
walked on an israeli castle,
walked the streets of an Arabic city,
people selling trinkets,
drinking coffee,
saw a group of Orthodox girls,
sights, soreness, and beauty,
Shabbat - getting ready for the hassle,
last detail shopping, arguing shopkeepers about whose meat is the best,
visiting temples,
sacred - off to the golden city Jerusalem,
cobblestones, memories of a forbidden city,
never ending cycle of culture
Day 4
Heard the bell,
that begins the Shabbat,
relaxing in this city,
everything shuts down,
and rests,
stepping back in time,
all Jewish,
from taxi driver,
to the shopkeeper,
one way or another,
linked by faith,
many israeli flags in business,
temples, schools, government,
pride is here,
relaxing.
Day 5
swim,
walk,
let the waters take you,
in the zone of existing,
the knesset was beautiful,
the shabbat feeling is all around,
confronting to hear prayers,
and the bell was heard again.
Day 6
Israeli cemetry,
everyone is buried together,
no mention of rank,
just dedication to your country,
humble, peaceful,
nothing fancy,
Meir, Rabin, Leah Rabin, Yoni, and Hannah Senach,
everyone I learned about in elementary school
Yad Vashem, overwhelming but not feeling tears,
i have seen so many of these memorials,
powerful marker of the past,
saw actual Schindlers list,
saw Mr. Pages name,
felt happy to recognize,
then after all that,
the night was young,
as we took it all for a ride,
israeli women have pride in themselves,
as individuals,
dancing to the lights,
alive and in the zone.
Day 7
Kotel,
beautiful,
woman section was small,
lots of women to get through,
had a conversation,
left accomplished,
“we have the belief inside,
we dont have to it all in our buildings”
obnoxious drivers,
old city welcomes everyone,
“history makers, not bystanders”
in the middle of the Jewish quarter,
dancing our hearts out,
looking up at the heavens,
and saying thank you for bringing me here!
beautiful architecture.
Day 8
Boudin Tents,
best food ever,
everyone together under one tent,
trekking up to Masada,
to see sun the wake up,
what a beauty,
4 people had bnai mitzahs
rode a camel,
soon it will be time see you later,
no thoughts of usa yet,
respect and love,
tel aviv is next
Day 9
Tel Aviv,
modern city,
open 24/7,
lots of people,
lots of things to do,
fast paced,
beach bars,
chill and relax,
out of control,
beauty through the seas eyes,
walking through dark corners,
sleep tonight,
last day tomorrow.
Day 10
Rabins square,
life is apparent here,
from resurrection to rejuevation,
“show me the way so I can know the path”
last couple of hours,
hardest to swallow,
independance hall took my breath away,
the strenght that lies in the israeli soul,
will never diminsh and never falter,
“we will not apologize”
stuffed like sardines in a tiny room,
awaiting the final verdict of the resolution,
that would determine Israels future,
butterflies were playing in cementary,
entering in the USA border,
“welcome home”
US is my home, my life,
this is my freedom,
the kindness of strangers,
a magician contributing to the magic everyday,
move forward with my goals.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Trip Part I Update
Almost packed, and ready to go to Israel. I leave on Sunday in the evening to JFK.
Have a lot on my mind, but thats why there is paper
Might continue on this rampage when on my trips, still not sure how computers will be readily avaiable for me in Israel. Will take notes, for sure!
"the world on a string"
Friday, June 4, 2010
So far...
Its interesting how things turn out...
Things I have planned on working on during the Summer:
- My play which is turning into more of a long monologue more than anything
- Reworking my resume
- Publishing my poems
- Writing poems to my dads artwork
- Writing/Drafting/Submitting apps for summer programs for next year
My BIG trips are Israel and Virginia this summer. I am oober excited for them both.
Out of these trips will come more writing, poems, and videos.
Divinity is within,
Find your light,
Shine it,
and make sure others know what your purpose.
As always, I am working on my aura and so much more.
Life never gets old, more entertaining, and worth ever minute and battle!!!
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Follow a new blog
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Saturday, May 22, 2010
Forever
Laugh till you cry,
then retreat,
for when those that don't believe you,
face you,
don't freak out,
make a bold entrance,
reclaim your path,
hold your ground,
and tell the haters,
no more.
drink your coffee,
sleep,
and embrace your weird streak.
tomorrow wont get any better until you say,
"nothing gonna change my world."
be with those that know you best,
be with those that love you the most.
Id rather be in the company of colorful beans than bland toast.
(This is dedicated to everyone who ever took a risk, failed, and then woke up again and successfully made a dent in the world.)
then retreat,
for when those that don't believe you,
face you,
don't freak out,
make a bold entrance,
reclaim your path,
hold your ground,
and tell the haters,
no more.
drink your coffee,
sleep,
and embrace your weird streak.
tomorrow wont get any better until you say,
"nothing gonna change my world."
be with those that know you best,
be with those that love you the most.
Id rather be in the company of colorful beans than bland toast.
(This is dedicated to everyone who ever took a risk, failed, and then woke up again and successfully made a dent in the world.)
Sunday, April 18, 2010
HodgePodge: Fridays 10-11, kssu.com
As most of you may know or not, I am a radio dj for Sac State. The show is called HodgePodge and it is on Friday at 10-11 pm. The show is my way of relaxing any tension that has been present throughout the week. I can do it my way and I have the support of great people. I play great jams and talk about fab things. Its the small things that matter and my show keeps me sane.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
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