#NerdsUnite: Simple words. Spectacular impact. (my story on supporting @chris4cure)
Being told in this very last moment spent with my grandfather to follow my dreams versus being "realistic" and just directly pursuing a career in programming or engineering was extremely profound.
There was always this cloud of regret around my grandfather, but in this moment he displayed hope and I could see how much he not only loved me, but believed in me. He knew I was going to "make it," whatever the "it" was that I was after.
#RealDeal: Quit being awkward, start being awesome (the story of the Wells Fargo Hottie)
As I walked down the street going into the bank I could hear the displacement of air from all of the heads spinning. My outfit was a really, really, big hit as I received multiple compliments just walking those few steps. I freaking LOVE living in West Hollywood! The men are so complimentary and when you look good they make SURE you know it!!!
#DatingDetox: Officially, officially complete. I can haz contacts! (FT. Nate Berkus)
While I was couch surfing I wore the same pair (super gross), and then one day wound up losing one of the lenses in a complication with the case. It sucked major balls, and I had to stare at everyone out of one eye ball for quite some time. Thankfully, I wasn't driving but it did cause a series of rather uncomfortable interactions with men thinking I was winking at them.
#EpicFail: Remember that one time a super gorgeous guy hit on you and you froze? Yeah. Good job.
He then steps out of line and walks around behind the counter. I try not to stare but my eyes have a mind of their own and have already decided that the hunt is on, and MAMA LIKES!!!
I wait in line for a minute or two longer as I stare at him wondering who he looks like.
He's a perfect blend of Ian Smoldehalder ....
#Fact: You get there by realizing you are already there
I just want to be successful. By my own definition. Not by what my family thinks, friends, scorned lovers ... I want to feel like I have contributed something to the world and if I were to die tomorrow I could feel like my time spent wasn't wasted. That to me is success.
#NerdsUnite: Gypsy Mode Month 8 Update
I had a ton of fun in Vegas, made lots of money, spent a few nights with some old friends who moved from Palm Springs to Vegas, and then ended up staying with Jen Friel & Steph Belsky in an amazing, penthouse condo walking distance to the convention. Not only did it make life that much easier to walk to work, but oh it was sooo luxurious!
#SocialMediaRant: Bills Bills Bills! (a lesson in personal & professional value)
To assist in the visualization/ manifestation of extreme abundance I am imagining myself as this badass male rapper that rocks bottles, models, and some iceeeeee.
#ThatAwkwardMomentWhen: You return to your car only to find out someone has been sleeping in it
I spent about 5 minutes reminiscing about everything that had been and everything that was going to be. The last time I was here I was a naive girl that had just driven cross country for three days with a couple hundred dollars to her name, and an apartment found on craigslist. Since that time, I have not only discovered myself but successfully built a name for myself. I quickly realized this was a pronounced full circle moment.
#DatingDetox: It's done, but now what?
It's all so frustrating, and never ending. Google says I'm the "worlds best girlfriend" yet the only relationship I've had for the last 6 years has been in this last month and required watering once a week.
#SMSsummit: Thank you & #messageme!
Thank you so so so much to those that attended my presentation on blog strategy, narrative advertising, and alternative monetization streams at the Social Media Strategies Summit today in Vegas. It sounds cheesy but it really is an honor to get to meet so many of you, and I'd LOVE to connect!!