Stage Dance with Andre Delano at Spaghettini

Think Like a Rich Person - Intelligence

Really spending some time evaluating my ROI. What is your return on investment - on your daily, weekly, monthly, etc., activities and responsibilities? It isn't just about cash. I know that, but there is nothing wrong with making sure you don't throw it away, either!

Think Like a Rich Person - Intelligence

Railroad Tracks

During an interview with Paul Bradshaw, Pastor Rick Warren used an analogy with railroad tracks to describe our existence on Earth. The short interview has traveled the internet for quite a while and is certainly worth reading. Why the significance, now? Because I think many of us operate our daily lives on multi-train tracks that cross over and under and around each other; sometimes, entangling themselves and eventually halting or crashing several cars or the entire train. I just survived a mini-crash with cars intact, but I left a few behind for another conductor. My train is moving much better now and the cars that are connected belong with each other. Journey is much better. This, my friends, is the problem with being good at multi-tasking, or if I may say it without sounding pompous, pretty damn good at a lot of things. Not sure why it has taken me this long to finally figure out which cars should be in my train, and how to focus on one set of tracks instead of 20 lanes of interstate, but it did. Ever had one of those moments of clarity? Like, what-the-fuck-am-I-doing clarity. Those are rich. I tend to fall into things because I like variety and challenges and I like accomplishing a new endeavor. But, at what cost, right? So, where does that leave me? With a focus on radio and fitness, yes, but in a way in which I can reach more of you! I'm settling into a few PT clients; my weekly radio show that is steadily gaining momentum and molding my new fitness business as a Beachbody coach, which allows me to support and motivate an unlimited amount of people. I guess I've always been ashamed or fearful of admitting that I want to do BIG things. It feels grandiose and conceded. But, I've left that cargo behind for someone else. I got a strong "hit" and several messages that made it clear and I trust my faith and the energy of this universe. I now have just a few cars on just a few tracks and I can manage those and keep them fueled properly. I know that just because I can do something well, doesn't mean I need to take it on. I am profoundly grateful for this clarity and focus and I hope and pray that anyone reading this has found the same. I won't say that I've wasted a lot of gas on the interstates, because I am who I am from my experiences and I appreciate all of them, but it's reassuring to know that I can choose to jump track for a quick ride to an acting or VO gig, but I won't be re-attaching that car to my train. Got too many cars? On too many tracks? Going too fast? Going the wrong direction? Lost in transit? Carrying loads of shit? I feel you. Take care of it. You can thank me later!

Breaking News: Some Bullshit Happening Somewhere

This really sums it up, doesn't it? Serious comic relief! Enjoy!

The Supermodel and Bloodshot Eyes

I seriously cannot believe how long I have been away! Life simply just moves us in so many directions! No excuses and not feeling bad about it. It is what it is! All good, in fact. Still blazin' the trail with Blake on the weekly radio show. Gaining steam and in the radio biz, it often takes several years. Fitness and training. Ca-ray-z! Lovin' it, as they say. Decided to take a casting this week in San Diego. Drive from The OC to SD is lovely and I'm not being sarcastic. Quickie as usual. Really love that I was right behind Miss SD Supermodel...right...5'8, 120-ish, long black hair and, well, attractive. Fine. Stunning. Whatever. You never know. Producers might be looking for short, muscular and average all-American gal who would never be mistaken for a model. Coolest thing. I don't care. Of course, the next day, I get a referral to submit for a narration job. My friends, that is how it works. Nothing, zero, nada, goose egg and then two talent opportunities within 24-hours. I know this happens to you. Let's roll with it. Whatever. As long as the oil doesn't somehow end up in the Pacific, I'm looking forward to getting up tomorrow and starting another day! I'll let you know if I book either job! By the way, Lucy the Dog is reminding you to get a designated driver this weekend. She has a legit reason for her bloodshot eyes, but not a good look behind the wheel! Be safe and help keep the rest of us that way, too! God Bless America!

It's Only the Beginning!

That is exactly how I feel right now after a super charged meeting with our new accounts and development person for The Blake Aaron Radio Show. We have this incredible, positive energy around us and we are gaining steam. Who would have thought after a two-year journey of what felt like a zillion auditions and another zillion tries at online voice submissions...all, to find myself back at my two passions: radio and fitness. If I could add event management in, I would be living the dream! Of course, the fact that I'm healthy and my family is healthy is a dream. Truly. So, we are adding affiliates and getting requests to be on the show...I feel alive as a co-host and I know I am wired for this. Same with personal training. Changing lives and turning folks onto pushing iron and working hard. Wow! So, I'm still going on a few auditions...had one last week for a tailgating infomercial. Got paired up with a guy who obviously decided to "take charge" of the scene. Whatever. His energy would have sucked the life out of me before but I'm "experienced" now so I can block it. I think he bugged the casting directors, too, but who knows, maybe he got the husband role...I Didn't get the gig, but I felt really good about my performance. That's what you hope for in an audition. Also, did a VO for a USC thesis movie and my newscaster role for Justified is getting screened with the movie this Friday! I'm sure just when radio and fitness gets busier than ever, I'll get a bunch of auditions for gigs that seem "perfect" for me. That's the way it goes. Until then, this girl is feeling oh so optimistic and I sincerely hope that all of you have something in your lives that is giving you optimism and giving you a charge; something that uses your inherent talents; your experience...your education and/or your training!

Back From the Dead

Okay, not really. Just haven't been around for a while. Interesting thing when you absolutely have to make some money and everything else stops being a priority (with the exception of your family and your health...and, a nice glass of wine once in a while.) The good news is, I have been incredibly booked with personal training clients and really enjoying my time with all of them. Have I been on some auditions? Yes, a few here and there, but haven't been able to get to all the L.A., castings. Darn it. Really miss that drive. I was up off Santa Monica Blvd., last week, though. Paired up with "my husband" in a Dell Computer audition. We were supposed to be driving in a van and I was supposed to pass my laptop to my son in the back seat. Funny thing when you don't pay attention to directions. I forgot and proceeded to get up (out of my seat in the van that my husband was driving) and walk behind my seat to place the laptop down (on the box behind me). That resulted in a polite, "Okay, let's do that again. You can't get up, you're in a van driving along the countryside." What? I get up and walk around all the time on our road trips...shit...such a simple direction, but my mind was on other things, like the client I had to cancel to do this 10-minute audition and getting back to the OC in time to pick up my kids from school. At least my actor-husband messed up, too. Other good news, my radio show is doing really well. Check us out: The Blake Aaron Radio Show-Thursdays, live, 3-6p/PST on 88.5/KSBR and streamed on ksbr.net. We are in the process of syndicating so I will keep you posted on our progress. The BA Show is a 3-hour artist interview program with live jamming between the star of the show, jazz guitarist Blake Aaron and our guests. I'm a co-host - sort of a clean version of Robin Quivers! Overall, my life...all good...no swine flu, yet. And, I'll be back more often. In the mean time, get your holiday shopping done early so you can actually enjoy the season and give yourselves a 7:30p cut-off time for eating until Dec. 30th and you'll save yourselves a ton of calories! NEW PODCAST POSTED for more ideas. Check out my link! Cheers!