Daycation

Hey crazy cats! I can't say that I did much today, as in terms of work. I took the day off and headed to the beach!...sort of.... I spent the day at Ana Maria Island and Coquina Beach, soaking in the sun. I can't begin to tell you all the fun I had there. I revisited an old spot where they make homemade ice cream. This place is a must on any body's list. They have a wide variety of flavors. Although it's a bit on the pricey side, you'll be more than glad to pay the price for this delight. If you're wondering the name off the place...well, so am I! I forgot it! I'll find out and let you guys know.

Later, I shot some pool. Now, I'm not the best pool player in the world, but I know when I'm getting hustled. All I have to say is I'm on to your game there, missy...lol. I wasn't born yesterday.

I did take a few pictures and have posted them on my facebook account. I love to share my pics. So, swing on by and have a look! There will be more to come.

Later that night, I had the most amazing..... sandwich ever...Wow, people! Really? Get your minds out of the gutter! I'm not that type of guy. However, those sandwiches were flipping good! Then again, I was hungry. I was still good though.

So that's pretty much it. I took a day off, went to the beach, took pictures, played pool, ate ice cream, ate a sandwich, and went home. Not a bad day!

Tomorrow is off to work...Arrggg! Oh well, it's the weekend. I have plenty to do this weekend. I'm calling this one short and sweet. Keep safe and dream big!

Quiet on the Set!

Hey crazy cats! Another hot day here in Florida! As we're fast approaching the weekend, I can say that my week has had a lot of ups and downs. Several good things have happened to me this week. Caribbean Sun Productions, or CSP, did a small PSA, or public service announcement. for a team of young, motivated individuals that are the future of hospital administration in a local hospital here in Tampa.

For those who don't know, I started CSP about three months ago. Since then, I've had so much work that I find myself pleasantly and excitedly overwhelmed with the amount of projects I'm getting. CSP had it's start right here, when I created SamVidBlog News. My friends continuously pushed me into starting the business and taking the leap of faith ( which I did....finally). Since then, I have been floored by the response I have received.

I love doing this. I love creating. I really didn't have the opportunity before. I guess I had to get rid of all the negative people around me. It's amazing what happens when you're surround by positive re enforcement.

So, back to the subject, the shoot went really well today. I worked with a bunch of individuals that really wanted to present a great product. It made the job so much easier. In fact, they were more eager than me! Even though we would have awesome takes, they would request another ( just in case). That says a lot about the level of commitment on their behalf.

To say that I feel so happy is an understatement. I feel like I'm on cloud nine. As a matter of fact, a couple of friends and I are working on an idea for a new show. Hopefully, it will come to be. I love doing shows. Truth be told though, I like it behind the camera rather than in front of it. However, if I'm needed in front of it, I will do it.

Well, I'm calling this one DOA. I have to get back to editing. Keep safe and dream big!

The Latent Image

Hello crazy cats! It's been awhile, but I'm back! (like a bad penny). I have great news, for all of those who have not been kept up to date with everything going on in my life. Caribbean Sun Productions is really off and running. We have several projects in the works and more clients keep coming! I feel great about all the positive things happening in my life. everything from my personal to my professional life is full of happiness. It's been a long road, but I finally feel great!

I want to thank everyone who has supported me throughout these years. You have been my wings to take flight! There is a certain person that know that she means the world to me! You have truly become my good luck charm! Since you came into my life, I laugh again. The world is full of color once more! Thanks for being a goober!

Ok enough with the sappiness! If you haven't noticed (maybe you were under a rock), I have the CSP facebook page up. Click on the link and join the group. CSP is looking for people who want to try their hands at film. For right now, it is all done for the love of the art. However, soon that will change.

If you were to tell me that I was going to be at this moment five years ago, I would've said you were crazy. Done and out emotionally, I was at rock bottom. Like a wounded dog, left to die, I found myself. It was quite possibly the worst moment of my life. It was even worse than the time I lost my sister, who I love so very much. It seemed like I had no future.

It wasn't until someone special in my life gave me a swift kick in the pants that I started realizing my full potential ( thanks Dad and Julio). So what I was dealt a nasty hand in life. So what I suffered for my sins of my past. So what I had my life handed to me in a diaper by the person I trusted with my soul. So what Joey got a spin-off and it sucked! Oops...sorry.

That is the moment you find out who truly loves and cares for you. That is when you find out who is willing to walk with you when others leave. The thing is, it doesn't make you bitter. It makes you love even more. It makes you see that the world is not full of hate and misery. There is still love out there! It's all around us and in us.

A really good friend of mine calls me the Zen Master. I think she's nuts! lol... sorry Luz... She once said to me that I have an old soul with a child-like innocence. I don't know about all that. However, I try. It is hard at times, but I seem to have a good grasp of it all.

I was once asked if I were to come face to face with the worst of my enemies, what would I do? My response would be the only worst enemy I ever had was me. I'm over that now. I have found inner peace. I greet all the same, even those who have wronged me. I'm not perfect, far from it! I still get some mad rage when I hit my toe in the middle of the night. I'm just happy.

There are some few people left to reconcile with. However, I cannot make the first move. It isn't because of ego, I just don't know where they are. Maybe it's for the best. Maybe it's not time yet. Maybe, just maybe, a miracle will happen. Hey, who knows. We were great friends. This person knows that even though they chose to go, I still value our friendship. Maybe I'll go and pay this person a visit this week. ( and there you go thinking it was the ex-wife...lol. Sorry, I tried that one. I understand f*** you in ANY language! but hey, who knows..never say never.)

Anywho, I'm calling this one deep fried! Take care everyone. If you want to keep in the know, follow me on facebook and (occasionally) here. Keep safe and dream big!