You know I never know just exactly what I am going to write about, or think about the title until I am done writing.
It's a curious matter but to be honest, I don't mind it at all. But thats not what I am doing right now; I guess I should be venting, and thats sadly exactly what I feel like doing. But I think I'll let my train of thought take a turn for the better today, and stay on the positive side of field.
People take for granted just how much we have these days, and believe you me, I would be the first to raise a guilty hand here. Most figure that no one situation is the same, so why should we compare our circumstances to others? On a regular day, I would be the first to bicker and moan about rules, limitations, things I don't have but could, and any other small instances of minor misfortune that happen to cross my path. I am a whiner, a complainer, a skeptic, a critic, and most of all a hypocrite; in essence most youth these days are. So what makes each one of us so special, that we should make others feel obligated to comply to our selfish and unnecessary wants and needs? Who knows? I know that I don't.
What I am really trying to get at is that I should be thankful for everything that I have, and not just because there are others with less, but because I've been given anything at all. God didn't have to put me here, but he did. Life didn't have to hand me my own share of obstacles and adversity, but it did. I am who I am because of it all; and because of that not only am I whiner, a complainer, a skeptic, a critic, and a hypocrite, but I am spontaneous, joyful, funny, happy, loving, and most of all, grateful. We need to realize that WE are not a coincidence and that we all have a purpose, so lets make the best of it.
"Your time has come to pick the road that you walk in this tale." - Claudio Sanchez
So I hope we can all take something away from these words that I've recorded, and use that something for the better.
Good hunting friends, - Austin
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Being a better me.
Monday, December 5, 2011
Prologue
It has been quite some time that my blog has been idle. I can't really remember the last time something significant enough to write down has happened. So consider this my prologue, to the upcoming year; which I am sure will be filled with plenty of memorable events.
I am making a new years resolution now, to be resolute, and not flinch in the grasp of the chokehold that the world of today currently holds on the social norm. I say be sarcastic, be honest, be blunt, be YOURSELF; and the rest will coincide.
Keep your head up; until next time friends, - Austin
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Subtle yet significant people in my life.
Right now I am going to talk about the people I've met, that have
not necessarily changed me, but have maybe made me laugh, made me think
twice, made me take a second look at myself, or maybe even impacted me
in a small yet significant way. I know that was a bit of a run on
sentence but you get the point. Anyway I've compiled a list which is
not made in any specific order, just the people that pop into my head
currently, and can obviously, be viewed below.
My Mother: For always being there to make me feel better, and for standing up for what she believes in, even if she is a little crazy sometimes. :)
Brayden Mcarthur: He's been my friend since I moved to orem, and has never made me feel uncomfortable or unappreciated.
Johan Wolfgrahm: He does lie a lot, and I mean A LOT. But he is a good friend and is always down to chill.
Chelsi Ann Anderson: My sister, my friend, and kind of a tard. She always laughed at my jokes, and even though I would never tell her, she has a day changing smile.
My dogs: Yeah they're not people, but they make me so happy. A doberman that wouldn't hurt a fly, and a mutt who's breed is completely and utterly unknown. Jupiter and Roxy, great names, great dogs.
Shawn Rogers: He doesn't give a crap what other people think, and I respect that.
Kyle Hunter Takke: Yeah I didn't think that I would ever meet anyone who loved dragon ball Z and Naruto as much as me, but life never fails to surprise me.
Logan Munson: Funny guy, terrible taste in music. haha.
Jorge Mendoza: The coolest mexican I know, always chill and laid back.
Danny Gea: You can't stay mad at him for more than a day, he makes no sense, and that's why he's hilarious.
Ali Sanchez: I love this girl, we can insult each other all day and it never ceases to be funny and stress relieving.
Anna Free: Coolest asian I know for sure, she's super weird, and has the exact same sense of humor as me.
Danny Torres: You can't hate him, you just can't.
Lauren VanCott: She invades my personal space.......a lot. haha.
Stephen Bronson: He teaches me guitar and stuff.........
Brynna Dant: The nicest girl I think I've ever met, she takes crap and never bites back. Mad
respect to her, I can't control my need for retaliation.
Tyler Garver: He doesn't care what anyone thinks of him either, and stays true to who he is.
Dallas Young: My scout leader; He's funny, he's original, and he still lives with his parents. :)
Zac Kaiser: He's the reason I kept singing, he encouraged me to keep going, thanks man.
Claudio Sanchez: Yeah I've never met him, but I wish I had. He is the maker of the greatest music in the world.
That's about it, sorry if I missed anyone there are just so many that inspire me. In essence, everyone inspires me, and has an effect on
my life.
Until next time friends,
- Austin
My Mother: For always being there to make me feel better, and for standing up for what she believes in, even if she is a little crazy sometimes. :)
Brayden Mcarthur: He's been my friend since I moved to orem, and has never made me feel uncomfortable or unappreciated.
Johan Wolfgrahm: He does lie a lot, and I mean A LOT. But he is a good friend and is always down to chill.
Chelsi Ann Anderson: My sister, my friend, and kind of a tard. She always laughed at my jokes, and even though I would never tell her, she has a day changing smile.
My dogs: Yeah they're not people, but they make me so happy. A doberman that wouldn't hurt a fly, and a mutt who's breed is completely and utterly unknown. Jupiter and Roxy, great names, great dogs.
Shawn Rogers: He doesn't give a crap what other people think, and I respect that.
Kyle Hunter Takke: Yeah I didn't think that I would ever meet anyone who loved dragon ball Z and Naruto as much as me, but life never fails to surprise me.
Logan Munson: Funny guy, terrible taste in music. haha.
Jorge Mendoza: The coolest mexican I know, always chill and laid back.
Danny Gea: You can't stay mad at him for more than a day, he makes no sense, and that's why he's hilarious.
Ali Sanchez: I love this girl, we can insult each other all day and it never ceases to be funny and stress relieving.
Anna Free: Coolest asian I know for sure, she's super weird, and has the exact same sense of humor as me.
Danny Torres: You can't hate him, you just can't.
Lauren VanCott: She invades my personal space.......a lot. haha.
Stephen Bronson: He teaches me guitar and stuff.........
Brynna Dant: The nicest girl I think I've ever met, she takes crap and never bites back. Mad
respect to her, I can't control my need for retaliation.
Tyler Garver: He doesn't care what anyone thinks of him either, and stays true to who he is.
Dallas Young: My scout leader; He's funny, he's original, and he still lives with his parents. :)
Zac Kaiser: He's the reason I kept singing, he encouraged me to keep going, thanks man.
Claudio Sanchez: Yeah I've never met him, but I wish I had. He is the maker of the greatest music in the world.
That's about it, sorry if I missed anyone there are just so many that inspire me. In essence, everyone inspires me, and has an effect on
my life.
Until next time friends,
- Austin
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Criticism is key
I'm here today to talk about quite a controversial topic,
criticism. Everybody is always complaining about criticism, including
myself. But really, where would we be in this world without it? It can
make us smile, frown, laugh, cry, yell, etc.....
Really there are two different kinds of criticism, constructive criticism and negative criticism. I honestly think that the way we criticize things define who we are, how we act, and what kind of person we are. Personally I criticize everyone and everything I come into contact with, I really can't help it, it's just who I am. My friends are always getting frustrated with me for being so critical, and they have a right to do so, it can be quite obnoxious at times.
But really I've come to the conclusion that it's not the way that we criticize, but the way that we react to criticism. Some people get upset and try to stab back at the attacker, some shrug it off and really just don't care, some people bottle it up inside and over time, they explode, and then there are those who criticize the critics. But we all have flaws and imperfections, and everybody makes mistakes. Curse miley cirus for her subtle nuggets of wisdom.
But I say embrace criticism! It is the foundation of our self esteem, but can also keep our behavior and actions in check. Believe it or not, it makes us better human beings, and retains much of the social awkwardness of our society. So be a critic, and embrace the critics with an open mind.
Until next time friends,
-Austin
Really there are two different kinds of criticism, constructive criticism and negative criticism. I honestly think that the way we criticize things define who we are, how we act, and what kind of person we are. Personally I criticize everyone and everything I come into contact with, I really can't help it, it's just who I am. My friends are always getting frustrated with me for being so critical, and they have a right to do so, it can be quite obnoxious at times.
But really I've come to the conclusion that it's not the way that we criticize, but the way that we react to criticism. Some people get upset and try to stab back at the attacker, some shrug it off and really just don't care, some people bottle it up inside and over time, they explode, and then there are those who criticize the critics. But we all have flaws and imperfections, and everybody makes mistakes. Curse miley cirus for her subtle nuggets of wisdom.
But I say embrace criticism! It is the foundation of our self esteem, but can also keep our behavior and actions in check. Believe it or not, it makes us better human beings, and retains much of the social awkwardness of our society. So be a critic, and embrace the critics with an open mind.
Until next time friends,
-Austin
Friday, September 9, 2011
Significantly educational
Well I can honestly say it has not been an eventful week, and now that I'm back into the school cycle it's even slower than usual. But alas, I have learned quite a few things this week; One: I type an average of 60 words a minute, yeah I own noobs on typeracer.com daily. Two: Missing the first week of school can make your life quite stressful. Three: I don't know how I would get through web design without Lauren VanCott and Kohler Fryer. And Four: I am super stoked for dew tour.
So yeah You could say that even though it hasn't been an eventful week, it has definitely been informative. Also I am thinking about homecoming now, maybe if you ask the right person it could be fun:) Anyways I must go now and practice my radical skateboard maneuvers, until next time friends
- Austin
So yeah You could say that even though it hasn't been an eventful week, it has definitely been informative. Also I am thinking about homecoming now, maybe if you ask the right person it could be fun:) Anyways I must go now and practice my radical skateboard maneuvers, until next time friends
- Austin
Friday, August 26, 2011
American Idol!!!!
My American idol experience
Well I can honestly say that even though I didn't make the cut, the trip was definitely worth my while. To be honest I'm actually a quite timid person at heart, and was having much trouble working up the nerve to even sing in front of the judges.
Now I'm not sure if any of you know how these auditions really work but trust me, they are hardly in resemblance to hoW the television show portrays it. You wait in line for around five hours, after which all of the ten thousand hopefuls pile into a stadium. You then slowly audition by fours at one of 12 random stands, in front of two of 24 random judges who they hire before hand.
Now not to be discouraging or anything but you literally have a one percent chance of making it past the first round there, after which they trim it down again cutting it to about three quarters of a percent, then finally they do a little more trimming which cuts it to about a half percent. This select half percentile is then flown out to Atlanta a given number of weeks later to actually audition for the star studded panel.
I sang a song I felt pretty confident about being, "breakeven" by the script. I practiced the whole time and when It was finally my turn to go I can say I hardly showed a sub par performance. The nerves are the number one factor and pretty much screw the whole thing up. So they gave it some consideration told two out of the four in my group sorry guys not this time, which instilled a spark of excitement in me. I remember thinking, "oh my goodness I'm going through!". They then looked at us two and looked at each other and talked for a bit and said, "sorry guys the bar is set very high this year, please come back next year.". And just like that it was over, my dreams were crushed!!! Haha hardly, I never thought I would really make it anyways but you still have that sense of hope that maybe, just maybe, you'll get lucky.
I came, I sang, I met several nice people, and I conquered! I will definitely be back next year. I am very grateful that I had this opportunity and wanna say thank you to everyone who supported me. So thats it that's everything that's all, until next time friends,
-Austin
Well I can honestly say that even though I didn't make the cut, the trip was definitely worth my while. To be honest I'm actually a quite timid person at heart, and was having much trouble working up the nerve to even sing in front of the judges.
Now I'm not sure if any of you know how these auditions really work but trust me, they are hardly in resemblance to hoW the television show portrays it. You wait in line for around five hours, after which all of the ten thousand hopefuls pile into a stadium. You then slowly audition by fours at one of 12 random stands, in front of two of 24 random judges who they hire before hand.
Now not to be discouraging or anything but you literally have a one percent chance of making it past the first round there, after which they trim it down again cutting it to about three quarters of a percent, then finally they do a little more trimming which cuts it to about a half percent. This select half percentile is then flown out to Atlanta a given number of weeks later to actually audition for the star studded panel.
I sang a song I felt pretty confident about being, "breakeven" by the script. I practiced the whole time and when It was finally my turn to go I can say I hardly showed a sub par performance. The nerves are the number one factor and pretty much screw the whole thing up. So they gave it some consideration told two out of the four in my group sorry guys not this time, which instilled a spark of excitement in me. I remember thinking, "oh my goodness I'm going through!". They then looked at us two and looked at each other and talked for a bit and said, "sorry guys the bar is set very high this year, please come back next year.". And just like that it was over, my dreams were crushed!!! Haha hardly, I never thought I would really make it anyways but you still have that sense of hope that maybe, just maybe, you'll get lucky.
I came, I sang, I met several nice people, and I conquered! I will definitely be back next year. I am very grateful that I had this opportunity and wanna say thank you to everyone who supported me. So thats it that's everything that's all, until next time friends,
-Austin
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Top ten things I am, and am not looking forward to.
AM AM NOT
1. Denver Broncos 1. School
2. Utah Jazz 2. School
3. Elder Scrolls V : Skyrim 3. School
4. Shoes 4. School
5.Street League Skateboarding 5. School
6. Making Sweet Music 6. School
7. Basketball 7. School
8. Good Friends 8. School
9. Graduation 9. School
10. Injuries Healing 10. GIRLS
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