Friday the 13th

Hello all!

It is a wonderful day! A nice temperature, beautiful sun, and a beautiful breeze! 

In short a great day to run!:) 

So many thoughts travel my mind as I run! Many of which are to find answers to questions or find new questions. 

Today it dawned on me that I asked a question last summer about why people keep returning back to Tecumseh! and I received many vague answers. Mostly, "you will find out when you get there." 

It was not until today, on my run, that I can now answer that question 100%. 

My pervious answer is still true. This show has changed my prespective on life and has influenced me in amazing ways! The cast becomes your second family. They are their for you. The mountain is extremely relaxing and enjoyable. Finally you get to act in the best outdoor drama there is! 

All of these statements are 100% true but did not answer the question of why many people return 100%. 

I have concluded that everyone has a different reason. For me it is all of that stated above and then more. When running in Great Seal State Park, I get to see things many people don't get to enjoy. I am able to find my harmony and peace here. It may sound strange to you, but there is this relationship for me when I am away from the city. Nature is amazing and beautiful! This little bit more sugar adds to my answer of why people keep coming back. I am so excited to be back! 

Some odd reason it makes a perfect solution and rejuvenates me. 

I think I can also add the fact that people remember you and it makes it more special to be back. 

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As I continued to run, another thought pooped up: what can I do, as an artist, when running? 

I thought of an awesome idea. Remember Yes Man? There is a section that they run and take photos. This thought seemed crazy, but I decided to do it. 

I used my iphone, not becuase it was the only thing on me, but becuase it will try not to focus as much to take a photo when move, like my sony A5X. 

Here are some of the shots from today:

 The swirl

Focus in

The light 

Time 

Watch your step. 

There are many more photos that will be published on Facebook and Flickr. 

I am going to continue to mess with this idea and see what I can do to develop amazing shots. 

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Finally as I sit here on this amazing rock:

That one^

I think to myself that I get to do this everyday! I listen to the birds, the wind, and relax. It is crazy when you just listen and look how great this earth can make you feel! 

Have a beautiful Friday the 13th. I don't care that it happens to be the 13th, but it is FRIDAY! 

Lets rock this show out tonight!

Daniel 

February to March

The second day of March has been an interesting on. At least I have been able to be very lazy today!:) I don't get to do that much! Is it wrong to enjoy some Spongebob at 22?

This winter storm was one of the worst predictions I have seen in a long time! I don't think anyone got it right across the nation. Can we just get to summer??

Anyways, we are now in a new month, and is brings up many new experiences that can give us much adventure! For most college students this includes Spring break and many people are starting to get their plans lined up! What am I going to do? Well I have no clue yet!;)

A lot of you may know that I create many stupid goals, well I have a new one and it involves running. For some reason I have decided to run 25k a week! Don't ask me why, I just love pushing myself to new extremes, even if it is something simple. At themes this can be very hard to do, and this is what I want to talk  about! 

There are many times in life when you will feel that something will be to difficult to do, and everything in your body just wants you to say no. But if you force yourself up, it can be something very rewarding. 

The other day I was running and wanted to stop so freaking bad, but I forced myself to continue and finished my 5k for that day. It was extremely rewarding! 

When life gives you a challenge to face, don't just give up, don't complain, don't post to Facebook! Stop and think and figure out how to overcome the challenge. You have to be strong a lot in life. Being strong will not only teach you lessons in life, but give you experiences that will leave a lasting impression on you.

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Ok enough about being strong there are some other things I want to talk about! Why do people post negativity on Facebook?? I don't get it. I am not a fan of seeing items on my news feed that I classify as "feel sorry for me and like!" I feel that it shows you as a weak person that has little self confidence. Post things that give you hope, encouragement, strength (hahaha said it again), and can help others! Maybe this is what is wrong with society.

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Finally, my goal for everyone that decides to read this is to remain strong, do something that you enjoy! Have a new experience, say yes once in awhile! Go be that child! I will be posting new experiences I have this month! My goal is to have at least 5 memorable new experiences by the end of this month!:)

Everyone have a great weekend, stay warm, and stay fresh! Word of advice, stay fresh on your history! (More on this later)

Daniel  

48 days!