More To Say

I have more to say than what my current job is, or where I spend my vacations. There is more to my life than simple updates from time to time. I want to say more than what I have. I want to express my voice. The world is, I believe, this incredibly intricate detailed mass of beautiful existence weaved together. I want to talk about that. I believe in love above all things. I believe there is good in everyone. I know peace is tangible for anyone who believes. Let’s talk about that. Let’s talk about the parts of living that don’t have a perfect picture to explain the details every time. I want to say more.

I have a mind, a conscience, a soul, a spirit. I have thoughts beyond my current circumstances and visions that touch something buried deep within me. I want to talk about that. I want to have the courage to write about what matters to me. I want to be fearless and ambitious. I don’t want to hide behind a front. I don’t want to pretend. I want to say more.

I used to write a lot. When I was a teenager I would have endless words spewing out into poetry. Perhaps it was my young angst ridden thoughts that fueled my words. Maybe I needed to bring order and rhythm through a spoken language to balance out the disorder in my head. I hated myself and maybe through writing, I found a way to solve my problems. Unfortunately, it didn’t fix me. But that was then, and I’m no longer walking around trying to fight off self-hatred. I’m no longer trying to erase my childhood. No, now I’m looking to say more. I’m looking to avoid writing a poem that describes pain but talk about real pain and suffering throughout the world.

I’m a created being. I’m a creative being. I have more to say, but what do I say first?

Ketchup

Let's catch up...

One month ago I had the privilege to help execute a grand opening celebration for The Family Center of Gap. I met some great artists and bands like Brandon Heath, Nevertheless, Sonicflood, The Isacc's, and Reggie and Ladye Love. A large portion of my job was to organize the main concerts. The crowds were intimate, much to our surprise but the weekend was overall a success. Since then, I've continued working at The Family Center. Honestly, the job is awesome! Right now I'm planning three up coming events. More details to follow.

The weekend after the Grand Opening, I directed a short film, Broken. So many incredible Friends and family came out for two days to help make the film. I can't thank each one of them enough for all their time and talent that they donated, (and for putting up with me as I still learn how to balance being a Director, and a Friend.) Unfortunately my Apple G5 decided to crash as this most inconvenient time and I have not been able to edit one single frame.

In addition to the great opportunities I've had, I'm also working with Chabod Academy. Right now, I'm organizing a Dinner Theater Fundraiser which Janelle and I wrote the show for together based on a script she did a few years back. It will make you laugh, and I highly recommend coming out to support the Academy, see a great show, and eat a delicious meal. I'll post more details as we nail down the specifics. I'm also in a Street Art class at The Academy and had the chance to perform at The New Holland Fair this past weekend. Street is a new type of art that combines creative body movement and dance mixed with drama to tell a story. It's been a lot of fun.

I'm choosing to love every second these days. Yes, life is full, but it is full of great opportunities and amazing people.

Peace,
Gent

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