Scenes from an Open Mic, Part 2

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This guy recently moved to Minnesota from California and performed a single song at the open mic.

To be honest with you, I really liked it. He had a unique voice and an unusual charisma on stage, swaying back and forth as he sang. The song was good too. I wish I would have gotten his name. So, dude—if you’re reading this, drop me a line. I’d like to hear more of your stuff.

Racquetball

I’ve finally been playing a lot more racquetball. I used to play a lot more, but then I got busy. I’ve been saying that I should get back in the game for way too long now, and it’s starting to feel good. Now, if I can only keep it up I’ll be in good shape in no time flat.

I love the game. To me, it seems like such a perfect amalgam a lot of different things. You have to be quick, think on your toes, and strategize one or two moves ahead of your opponent. When I am evenly matched, as corny as it sounds, I feel like a samurai in a sword fight. Time seems to come to a halt and you can plan your next few moves all in the blink of an eye.

Photo of the day

worksongs - Different Directions

3 Comments

objectif-plume said
February 23rd, 2007 at 1:13 am

très beau portrait. j’aime qu’on ne voit pas le visage. cela donne du mystère

David Baldes said
February 24th, 2007 at 12:40 am

Translation of the comments of “objectif-plume”: “Very beautiful portrait. I like that you can’t see the face. That gives it mystery.”

I agree wholeheartedly, and I’m glad that my training in French has helped ShiftingPixel. I will be emailing you tomorrow, Joe.

(post author) Joe Lencioni said
February 24th, 2007 at 11:05 am

Thanks for the nice comments. I’m really happy that you are liking this series… it feels risky to me. But, with your encouragement, things feel better. :)

And thanks for the translation Dave. I had done a Google translation on it, but yours is better.