*Highlight... In the next few months there will be major announcements regarding some creative projects in the works.

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New business cards have been printed, after a few different renditions and color choices.  Still looking to fix and or change the banner on the start page of the site, as soon as I can get some time to do that.   Like always let me know what you think.  Obviously this images are the web versions and do not have my phone number listed, as per damn phone spammers.

• Update May 26th, 2010 1:29am - The banner was remastered in Flash CS5, now better loading time, not quite as smooth on the transitions as the previous version, but an overall better look.

After some rigorous cramming I passed the Final Cut Pro 7 Level One certification exam.  I'm hoping this will expand my resume and land me more 'gigs.'  Pass the word onto all your friends, family, and colleagues in need of some post work, cause it's official - I'm now certified (on top of the BA in Cinema and Television Arts in the Film Production Option with an Emphasis on Post).  Avid and FCP aren't too different, just terms - price, power. All the same idea - its what the editor/artist do that really makes the difference.

"When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a manner that when you die, the world cries and you rejoice." - Cherokee Proverb

This quote ranks as one of the highest of my favorites, I feel that it truly epitomizes how life should be led.  In just over 1 year, I've been unfortunate in having lost two friends who have really had an impact on my life.  One of them being my fraternity brother, friend, inspiration, and all around source of everyone's joy - Jourdan Van Zeebroeck.  And recently my very good friend, the free-spirited, all-smiles, marching to the beat of her own drum - Kristin Marie Norris.  To me both of them truly lived by this quote, and have left an indelible effect on not only my life, but the lives of all the people they've met.  In the recent days, I've had a number of sleepless nights reminiscing on the instances and the moments that at the time didn't seem too incredibly special - but after all has been said and done, really meant the most.  Through these unfortunate circumstances, we grow and learn.  I've learned that we should really cherish all that we have been given - both physical and metaphysical.  Each and every moment should be lived to its utmost capacity, whilst being forever grateful for every bit of those moments.  Be the tiny drop in the pond that makes ever-growing waves effecting all that surrounds it.