A little new music: Frou Frou - Let Go
When I stop to think where I am in life I feel that I haven't accomplished much. I have nothing really to show for myself. I have no one to blame but myself. I only make it as a statement of fact. There is no criticism or self loathing to be implied. I just feel that I can do much better.
When I was little I saw all the articles that my father had written. They were all for small fire prevention magazines, but I always found something wonderful and exciting about seeing his name in print. When I started school I had one aspiration. I wanted to get an academic paper published. I wanted to see my name in print. I accomplished that almost five years ago, and have lingered ever since. I have made various attempts to continue a career in such endeavors, but up to this point I have failed. I have submitted, and will be placed in a few journals/zines later this year. I still feel like I have not done my best. Something in the back of my head keeps telling me I need to give it a try, a full on try.
These are just a few of the thoughts I've had since last night. A local friend and writer had his book release party last night. I thought several of us should go to support his endeavor, plus I wanted to get a print copy of the book. He's had the book online in rough form for several months. I just can't seem to read online books... I like to have a book in my hands, feel the cover, smell the paper. It's an experience unto itself that a computer book just can give you. Anyway -- So, we listened to the reading and the D.J., ordered a few drinks, and waited to buy a book. After a few minutes, we got Clark's attention. He signed the book, and we decided to head out to take some photos. As we were walking around I flipped through the book. I looked at the cover, opened the first few pages, and I began reading the Thanks section, and found my name listed. I was overwhelmed by the sentiment. So, thank you, Clark. I hope you have success with the book.
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