CatalinaWorks

In a time where everyone is trying to fit in...it's those that remember that being different is what is talent. In a society where everything sounds the same, it's those who dare to be ahead of the curve, and demonstrate layers of talent that will rise.

Monday, July 27, 2009

Leave self absorption to sponges.

Nothing like having someone say something to you to make you realize that not even the best intentions can break through a narcissistic personality. Is self absorption the new IN? It really is one of those breaking points... it's why photography is so admired. Sometimes if you hear the noise, the sound, or words come out of this amazing shot.. it could damage it! No, you don't think I really believe that do you? The only thing that can damage are the words you choose to say, how you choose to say them, and did you connect your brain to your audio skills before you opened your mouth? Probably not.

Photography is beautiful. If done right it takes you to moments... moments that you keep (like the ones you keep in your heart/soul) and they truly are yours. You not only view it, you see yourself in it, feel it, hear it...

Now I'm getting off the point...squirrel.... I've said it so many times.. but let's spin the record ONE MORE TIME. Ready... check one, check, check, KINDNESS is not to be confused with WEAKNESS & if you went there (took it all for granted)... I'm sorry that you missed the whole point. I will not even take the time to understand someone that really is so full of themselves they missed growing, acknowledging, appreciating that yes the world is tough, you need to be a little selfish, be careful, keep some guards up, BUT you WILL cross honest, strong, sincere people. If you are used to getting what you want by using fillers, stomping through people, then enjoy the ride it doesn't last. You might reach a point quickly but you better grab onto it with the jaws of life cause it will be that much harder to retain something you did not earn. I know harsh.. but it's true.

We live in a society where patience, goodness, kindness is consistently tested. Will you step & leave footprints with good intentions? The results will not always be what you expected but it's your intentions that are the point. It seems easy for people to take the easy road, which not facing the facts, dishonesty seem much harder to me, but hey I'm just observing.AT the END of the DAY you have to look at yourself in the mirror, and it's your reflection you have to ♥♫♥. So how are you doing so far? See right through to you... now some wise words from a young woman - (also champagne celebration scattered words this evening :O) cheers) - I truly admire.. she took what I said and summed it up better than I could of jabbered all night ;O) zzzz....


"Narcissism is the new black.
I can say this without any hesitations. If New York Runways are the stage for up coming fashion seasons around the world, then our daily sidewalks have become our own stages to shine upon. This season I feel has gone dark, very dark – cave like. It’s a cold and damp look - so buyer beware its so heavy that our heads can’t surface above the shoulders. One must hang upside down like a bat from inside the cave; this emotional vampire can now suck the life out of anyone. Just always be cautious for these bats swarm and leave no prisoners. Avoid becoming fashion road kill for no one wears jealousy well.
Bats don’t know that you will never shine in a dark room… KML"


Moving forward... let's just say, never regret anything that made you smile.

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Life Observations & Photography ♥♫♥

What a year... getting settled... taking a good look around... what can you do? Observe. I have always had a passion for observing the atmosphere, life, I take an active role but it's good to sit back and watch carefully. Sometimes you have to take a step back and take a good look around at the interactions. Some are direct, close to perfect, others are this constant game that you wonder what are your intentions? So what did I do? I picked up the camera..

a passion I've had for a a very long time. The result, moments... people... events... why so many pictures? It gives you a chance to take a step back and look at what matters and what doesn't. It helps understand your surroundings when you are & are not in the moment. It helps make observations of who has the actual creases in the smiles & who is just playing possum in your space.

There is a lot of chasing going on in South Florida. There is also a lot of catching but I don't see the appreciation after the fact. Call me crazy but I believe in treating people the way you wish to be treated... "Hi my name is Crazy" " Hi Crazy" Is it really who you know, how you look, what you have, what you can offer? I'm direct... this is me. Yes "Less is More" as my mentor has taught me, BUT... let's get to the point shall we? What are you waiting for? Why pass up moments? Why pass up an opportunity willing to give you everything you wanted? Scared? Fine. Grow up. Deal with it. We live in a time where it just seems to be flying by so are you going to enjoy the day or let life pass you by so quickly that you will say, " I wish I, I should of..." Too little too late.

We settle into lives due to what is ideal, but what about what makes us happy? Can you truly be honest with your mate so you can have the best of what this world has to offer? I know I don't want to settle, I know I don't want to be one of those people that draw an ultimatum but in life you should only surround yourself by those striving for more, and good energy. It really is true, you can find the most beautiful person you have ever seen but you want them to stay quiet for if they talk it's ruined? Yes take care of yourself, FOR YOU, but beauty truly comes from within. If you truly project something better the outside will match that energy or get there soon enough. Patience... something I'm good at depending on the situation...but I'm human. I wanted it yesterday. Selflessness something I'm great at.. now hit the Yang... I want it all too. Is that wrong? Isn't it if you put forth the effort without ever asking for it , or expecting it, it will come back to you?

I'm trying to cram a year of moments, adventures, music, talent, photography, opportunities, all into one blog and it just isn't going to happen so lets just go out like this. We live in a very grey society. Figure yourself out, and don't feel the need to have to have a reason for your actions other than you are trying to live you best life possible. We live in a modern age full of opportunities. Appreciate, grow, strive, mentor, and if you can't back up your talk with actions then shhhhhhhhh please...Life is too short for waiting around.♥♫♥