Friday, December 31, 2010
12/31/10
Going to go record a song with some friends in a little bit. Had a good night at jam night at the "World Famous Blue Jeans." In talking with Rudy there I got a good reminder of what we take for granted - a working-class roadhouse blues place on Route 66. Should be appreciated more, but likely will just be there for a few people until time takes it down the road of memories...
I lifted a little bit yesterday and got to hang out a little bit with Chuyito.
I'm so proud of my kids, my adopted kids, nieces and nephews, etc... Have to say the end of the year threw me a couple of curve balls, but going to Blue Jeans let me play it out. This year was good and hopefully next year better. I've had a rough few years and it looks like it may be turning around!!!
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I lifted a little bit yesterday and got to hang out a little bit with Chuyito.
I'm so proud of my kids, my adopted kids, nieces and nephews, etc... Have to say the end of the year threw me a couple of curve balls, but going to Blue Jeans let me play it out. This year was good and hopefully next year better. I've had a rough few years and it looks like it may be turning around!!!
KEEP LEFTING!
Labels: 'Buelo Time, Familia, International District, Workout
Friday, December 10, 2010
12/10/10
It's nice to have some time off from school and be able to hang out with Chuyito in a more relaxed way. B+ for the Health Communication class. Waiting for word on the other class.
Went for a good walk yesterday. Need to make time for one today.
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Went for a good walk yesterday. Need to make time for one today.
KEEP LEFTING!!!
Labels: 'Buelo Time, Grad School
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
11/30/10
Walking is starting to pay off. Feeling a little better. Slept a little better.
A friend also challenged me to 20 minutes of meditation a day. I've been going at it. Definitely tough.
Turned in two final assignments yesterday and have two more before Monday and my final exam Monday also! Can't wait for this week to be over. I'm going to work with my daughter on her Stats class after next Monday. I'm so proud of her.
She is definitely stretched between work, school, and Chuyito. After my finals I'll also be able to hang more with him. That's always fun. Reminds me what I want to get into better shape for!
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A friend also challenged me to 20 minutes of meditation a day. I've been going at it. Definitely tough.
Turned in two final assignments yesterday and have two more before Monday and my final exam Monday also! Can't wait for this week to be over. I'm going to work with my daughter on her Stats class after next Monday. I'm so proud of her.
She is definitely stretched between work, school, and Chuyito. After my finals I'll also be able to hang more with him. That's always fun. Reminds me what I want to get into better shape for!
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Labels: 'Buelo Time, Grad School, Routine
Thursday, November 25, 2010
11/25/10
I'm thankful for so much. I didn't make time to write it all down. And more importantly I'm thankful for so many people in my life - from Chuyito to my ancestors. And when I'm tired and worn out - I am thankful for all the great music in the world that lifts my spirits! And there is too much of that to post on here as well!
Labels: 'Buelo Time, Esteban Jordan, Musica y Musicos
Monday, November 22, 2010
11/22/10
Sunday, November 21, 2010
11/21/10
Went walking today also. I will walk tomorrow morning as well. Keeping on that will help me out. Trying to eat better has been a little tougher, but starting to go well.
Being a 'Buelito is still a rockin' thing. And I've been getting nice messages on Facebook.
Playing at the Bandido restaurant on Saturday was fun. Awkward that some of the groups were trying to get me to play more. I think I need to keep it chill for awhile.
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Being a 'Buelito is still a rockin' thing. And I've been getting nice messages on Facebook.
Playing at the Bandido restaurant on Saturday was fun. Awkward that some of the groups were trying to get me to play more. I think I need to keep it chill for awhile.
KEEP LEFTING!!!
Labels: 'Buelo Time, Musica y Musicos, Routine
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Sept. 30, 2010
Well, work is nice and hectic. And it is hard to make school academics match up with work realities all of the time, but at least I can spend time with super smart people!
Over the weekend I learned how to use Audacity to do a voice over for a school presentation. But I did it with music! Learned a good chunk and could probably become a podcaster now if I wanted to. Maybe once a month do a short rant or review of a song or something. We'll see.
More importantly I've started to do some jumping jacks and walking more. I haven't started with the weights. Mostly just scheduling - familia, homework, organizing, and playing music. Lots of challenging stuff.
I did figure out that if I do want to learn more about Esteban Jordan's music I'll have to start from the bottom and work my way up. Since I only review songs for the bands and don't go into them super deep - hope they aren't upset. I keep trying to improve, but much of the music doesn't drive me.
So back to EJ... if I REALLY want to understand it and get a grasp I'll have to be super slow. I'll start with the lyrics of a song. After that go to the intro and work out the bass as close as I can. Then go back to the beginning of the intro and work it out on the guitar. THEN go back and work out the acordeón. I know I'll work on the acordeón all along, but seeing how the harmony works along with the interesting rhythm changes will help it all make more sense and also allow me to arrange and compose with a different feel.
Wish me luck!
KEEP LEFTING!!!
Over the weekend I learned how to use Audacity to do a voice over for a school presentation. But I did it with music! Learned a good chunk and could probably become a podcaster now if I wanted to. Maybe once a month do a short rant or review of a song or something. We'll see.
More importantly I've started to do some jumping jacks and walking more. I haven't started with the weights. Mostly just scheduling - familia, homework, organizing, and playing music. Lots of challenging stuff.
I did figure out that if I do want to learn more about Esteban Jordan's music I'll have to start from the bottom and work my way up. Since I only review songs for the bands and don't go into them super deep - hope they aren't upset. I keep trying to improve, but much of the music doesn't drive me.
So back to EJ... if I REALLY want to understand it and get a grasp I'll have to be super slow. I'll start with the lyrics of a song. After that go to the intro and work out the bass as close as I can. Then go back to the beginning of the intro and work it out on the guitar. THEN go back and work out the acordeón. I know I'll work on the acordeón all along, but seeing how the harmony works along with the interesting rhythm changes will help it all make more sense and also allow me to arrange and compose with a different feel.
Wish me luck!
KEEP LEFTING!!!
Labels: 'Buelo Time, Grad School, Health, Musica y Musicos
Wednesday, April 07, 2010
4/7/10
Chuyito gets to go home today. Everything is going great and his appointments are getting all set up. I am so happy and excited!!!
Also, today is World Health Day! The focus is on Urbanization which is exciting. I'm a little disappointed that I didn't figure it out until Sunday night. It would have been awesome to close Central Ave in the International District. Oh well, maybe in the future!
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Labels: 'Buelo Time, Familia, Solidarity
Monday, April 05, 2010
4/5/10 b
Yes! Jesús Marco Adelio Cardiel was born at 6:10 AM. 6lbs, 9 oz. and 19 and a half inches!
I'm very happy to be his 'Buelito!
I'm very happy to be his 'Buelito!
Labels: 'Buelo Time, Chicano Chingon, Familia
4/5/10 a
Still waiting to be officially a 'Buelo. I'm so proud of my kids. My daughter is doing well through her contractions and my son is doing a great job of being present. Of course my wife is being amazing through all of this.
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KEEP LEFTING!!!
Labels: 'Buelo Time, Familia
Sunday, April 04, 2010
4/4/10
At the hospital. My grandbaby is on the way. Very excited!
Recently watched a documentary on The Internationale. Made me tear up at the end listening to the hopes of people for real change. Much different than the hope and change we hear about today.
Yesterday I watched Capitalism: A Love Story and that ending too made me tear up. Don't know what is making me so emotional about social change. I think I'm just frustrated about the crap we put up with in society.
I know I wish that my children and grandchildren would have been born into a different world. We'll have to make the best and keep pushing for real, fundamental change.
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Recently watched a documentary on The Internationale. Made me tear up at the end listening to the hopes of people for real change. Much different than the hope and change we hear about today.
Yesterday I watched Capitalism: A Love Story and that ending too made me tear up. Don't know what is making me so emotional about social change. I think I'm just frustrated about the crap we put up with in society.
I know I wish that my children and grandchildren would have been born into a different world. We'll have to make the best and keep pushing for real, fundamental change.
Keep Lefting!
Labels: 'Buelo Time, Familia, Hell In Handbasket
