Trick Or Treat!

My friends and I here wish you all a Spooky Halloween!

Bring us back some candy...

Also Viva La Hump Day de Halloween Edition!

Boo!

Sandy and The Weekend. (On Tap 86)

It's a-coming...

What a weekend. And now a wild hurricane appeared!

Been a grand weekend for myself. One...it was Halloween weekend so I had an excuse to dress up, head to a few parties, and dance the night away along with enjoy some Halloween mist in my cup.  Along with watching DC United grab 2nd place for the MLS Playoffs, watching college football, and other activities...my Sunday was spent resting on the couch trying to recover from all the epicness.

Still don't feel like moving...

Alas, the new week is here and the folks here in RVA along with myself are in for a doozy thanks to Hurricane Sandy making it's way here shortly.  Evacuations have already been sent out, people grabbing all the water they can find at WalMart, and of course...hurricane parties! Can't have a natural disaster without that huh?

In all seriousness, Sandy seems to be a Category 2 Hurricane but more than likely downgrade to Category 1 as it it moves up the East Coast towards North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland. Hopefully everyone is ready for this event. Looks like everyone is taking it seriously seeing that all the schools have been shut down today...even VCU is closed.

Wha??? Shocker I know...

Other than that...besides Sandy trying to get sand and a lot of dirty water all over your Monday, today will hopefully not be as bad the weathermen are predicting. If you have the day off...first off, lucky you! Secondly, stay safe out there and enjoy your day indoors! 

Don't let Sandy come in, she will tear your place up!

Enjoy Your Monday!

86...!

It is better to meet danger than to wait for it. He that is on a lee shore, and foresees a hurricane, stands out to sea and encounters a storm to avoid a shipwreck.

-Charles Caleb Colton

Lyrical Spiritual 3

Life can be a great lover in one moment,

Take a 360 and mutate into your worst nightmare.

Whoa..that’s was only the first line.

So buckle up as you continue to use your eyes.

We all know that this thing called life is great.

However, there are instances where it’s not so great.

Those hugs turn into stab wounds,

Former friends and family transform into goons.

One instance you seem to be working well,

In a split second that becomes total hell.

Look, bad shit happen. No censorship required.

If you looking for a fairytale, here take this lighter.

Deaths, failures, blocks, and distractions.

Saying that life is perfect…just pure fiction.

I’m not sounding like a politician promising change.

Or one that flip-flops thoughts every hour.

Nah, I’m giving you a taste of reality.

Just because bad things happen to knock you down,

Doesn’t mean you should hold yourself on the ground.

When the ref is making the count,

You should be making effort to arise back on your feet.

Not becoming another victim of drama from the street.

The negative can transform us with a positive at a later date.

From personal experiences, I’m a great example of that.

My world use to be filled with troubles under pitch black.

Now I’m equipped with a tougher armor and an increased attack.

You can step over whatever is causing you turmoil.

Find the inner strength within and let it uncoil.

It might take a while to take that first step to recovery.

As long as you don’t stay stationary forever.

I’ve seen too many individuals turn into mush because of that.

It might be a storm you’re stuck in, maybe even a natural disaster.

You’re broken. Wishing that better days will come faster.

Take a look in the mirror and look what’s staring back at you.

Vow that this individual will make it through.

RUN! RUN! RUN!

Don't Stay Stationary.

Run Towards Success.

Viva La Hump Day!

Vamos. (On Tap 85)

Almost time to make it happen.

I. Am. Exhausted. But. I. Feel. Great.

It was one hell of a weekend for yours truly. Got some of my objectives out of the way that needed to be done while also enjoying myself here and there. Checked out the River City Roller Girls here in RVA with a few of my pals and I gotta say that I was very entertained with all the hard hitting, juke moves, and competitiveness during the jam session. Plus the ladies along with their uniforms and interesting nicknames were also easy on the eye too lol. Made me even want to grab a pair of blades and join a men’s or co-ed league…not even kidding.

Figuring out a nickname right about now...

Also saw a lot of sporting events over the weekend. Biggest one for me was seeing D.C. United win in DC to clinch a playoff spot; first trip to the playoffs since 2007. VAMOS! That and saw some college football along with chillin' in numerous sitting positions…so that was also a thing.

All and all, enjoyed my weekend a lot. Hung out with some cool people, tried out some new things, and just kept being my crazy goofy self. Now that another week has come to the plate…time to wind up, make sure my battery is charged, and spring out of the gates!

One thing people need to know is the power of patience. Learning to breathe and take things one at a time is shockingly a skill not learned by everyone. Shocking I know… If you have too much on your plate and looking to add more to it, probably not a good idea because all that will lead you to getting a heart attack. 

And I’m pretty sure you don’t want that off the menu.

Relax, breathe, and attack things one at a time. Also, have some fun this week! Don’t stay wrapped up in your cubicle all day like a hypnotized drone.

Enjoy Your Monday!

85...!

People who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do.

-Apple

Lyrical Spiritual 2

This is slowly becoming a thing...

Living.

One word with different meanings.

Multiple dictionaries calling it a noun or verb.

But only 95% of us actually do that word.

Sitting and complaining is not living.

Matter of fact you might as well be dead.

Cause everyone is tired of your bitching,

Not doing anything to get ahead.

Having no goals or even no motivation

Is similar to coasting around brain-dead.

Well while you’re over there looking what life could have been,

I’ll be over here grinding and living until the end.

People need to learn how to battle stress.

That little thing can modify into a hot mess.

Making simple bumps turn into traffic jams,

Questioning people “Who the hell I am?”

Here’s a tip…wreak stress like a punching bag.

Those causing it can become spam.

Block, counter, block, opening, WHAM!

While their sitting on the ground dazed and confused,

Raise your arm in glory and continue being you.

Living is easy on paper, but hard by example.

I’ve altered my definition and given out free samples.

Life is precious, treat it as such.

Modify the settings so you chances of winning increases.

You might get lucky and hit trip sevens.

Live your life to fullest since we only have one to live.

Be yourself and continue to do one thing…

LIVE.

Be You, Not Them.

Viva la Hump Day!

Make yourself some deliciousness.

Grab your morning beverage of choice.

If you are fortunate, kiss your lover and wish them well.

Put on something comfy.

Brush your teeth...you missed a spot.

Open the door and step back into the world.

Let's make today ours once again!

What A Weekend (On Tap 84)

Isn't nature pretty?

What up peeps! Hope you had a fabulous weekend because I can say that it was for myself.

Another weekend of hanging out with my locos just chilling and doing things together. Went to the Legend Brewery here in RVA for the first time and enjoyed the experience. They have great beer and OMG their burgers are mouthwatering amazement in my mouth!

Got some HW done for school on time, made some monies, played a few games, watched some football, and even co-hosted a karaoke concert outside in the wilderness. Yeah...it was a great weekend indeed.

Now Monday has approached once again. I got some goals planned that I want to accomplish this week so I will do my best to complete them. Set a goal for yourself and see if you can an accomplish it this week. 

We are blessed to see another Monday in this crazy world of ours. Let's get out there and enjoy it!

Peace!

84...!

The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.

-Jimmy Johnson

AljoschaThielen with the pictorial amazingness (Clap, Clap)

The Lyrical Spiritual.

(Buffering…)

(Ding!)

Another Friday has returned to my eyes.

Time to arise on my feet and take what’s mine.

All the haters are warmed up and ready to spit.

But I here to counter because they ain’t shit.

Want to know how Friday is in the palm of my hand?

Look at the next few lines to understand…

I have the desire to never settle for less.

When I start…well that’s where I lay rest.

I always want more, I always want better.

I got the long sleeve but I want to upgrade to sweater.

The hunger inside of me is scratching my insides.

So I’m letting it outside to keep me alive.

I have the mental capacity to make my enemies crumble.

As they step closer to my space, prepare for a Royal Rumble.

I’ll smack you down even bring out infamous chair shots.

You want to ruin my day? I’ll crack your skull. Now kick rocks.

Spreading the negativity. Get that shit out of here.

I’ve already won the title. You’re not even a contender.

I’ll give you a shot next year you featherweight pretender.

Still whining and bitching? Well hopefully it stops soon.

Cause the wrong one will fly you to the moon in 1^st class.

So stop crying and work for something you emotional dumbass?

I understand that in order to advance, you gotta work for it.

You might have the money but advancement didn’t take your order.

It doesn’t take cash or credit. It does take skill.

So keep upgrading your repertoire with your iron will.

Rome wasn’t built in a day. Know you heard that before.

Build yourself up so you can protect yourself when it’s cold.

Do work is the motto, not this YOLO crap.

Enjoy your Friday people,

I’m gonna take me a nap.

What's On My Mind?

Hmm ... alexiuss is a beast!

Your brain is a powerhouse.

Don't let society turn it into to mush.

Filter out the useless, store the useful.

Live The Dream.

Cool pic to start off a new week of adventure!

Dream Big!!! 

7 Steps To Happiness

Found this nifty picture on the world wide web...also known as Facebook.

Thought it was worth sharing...enjoy Thursday peeps!

Build Yourself For Success.

A successful person is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks that others throw at him or her.

-David Brinkley

Enjoy Hump Day!

Props to redmemet for the pic!

Let's Roll (On Tap 83)

A new day has arrived.

Mornin' ladies and gents and welcome to yet another Monday! I know...the joy can be read all over your face.

Hopefully the weekend you had before Monday decided to wake you up was great for you; I know mine was. Didn't do anything out the ordinary but just hung out with friends, played some soccer, and had a drag race on the interstate. Well...the last thing was out of the ordinary I guess. I did get 1st place though haha.

Still feeling the effects from this weekend? Yeah you aren't alone. My eyes are half awake right now as I'm typing this up. Looks like I'm gonna need an extra cup of OJ today.

My goals for this week is to enjoy myself at the office and keep up with my schoolwork. Shouldn't be that much of a problem...as long as I don't procrastinate some more. 

Also, I've been doing this new little routine I learned from a co-worker to keep my energy high and increase strength; pushups. Yeah...not revolutionary there but I started out doing 10 when I wake up, 10 everytime I have a bathroom break, and 10 when I have lunch or dinner.  Now I'm up to 25 per round. A neat little workout on your job if you can't make it to the gym.

Have a great Monday folks. Be all you can be and don't stop at the glass ceiling. 

Run right through it!

83...!

Wherever you go, go with all your heart.

-Confucius