Tell Me About Your First Time Getting Laid

            My passion has always been music. I was always the kid wearing headphones in inappropriate places. In high school I would cut into the pockets of my sweatshirts so I could weave my headphones through the holes and into my ears, throw my hood over my head then listen as the unsuspecting teacher went on with their lesson plan.

       While the other teenagers were dating and fondling each other, I was at home with my newest “AFI” or “No Use or a Name” album. I never successfully conquered a musical instrument, but I’ve always known that I want the theme of music to punctuate my life plans.

         Recently I found my self in a post-graduation funk. The thoughts and intentions were there, but motivation lagged far behind. I’ve always told myself that even if I don’t know exactly what direction I want to go, I gotta just keep putting one foot in front of the other; walking blind is going to get me further than not walking at all. So after two months I found some motivation – enough to get me to start writing again, while also granting me the right to not get so damn down on myself if I don’t write for a day or two. I’ve been opinion writing, more about concepts and commonly misunderstood knowledge, than music. And while I think this is far more productive than doing nothing at all, I do need to get on with it; move on from this creative middle ground.

So, I need to get back onboard with blog writing again. Even if I’m not going to be published in a paper or magazine, I need to write like I’m going to. My lack of ideas tends to keep me from accomplishing anything, but I was reluctant to let that happen again. So a few weeks back into writing again, I’m pretty sure I know somewhere to officially start. It will take work, maybe a little embarrassment and some brain power, but I need to accomplish my goals.

            I would like to stay local with my writing. I think if I can write about topics that people can relate to, I’ll have the most success. If I do this on a local scale, locals will be able to relate to the stories about people from this area. I’m going to interview local musicians, and possibly artists in general. My hold up on this idea has always been the angle I’m going to take in these interviews. I don’t want to ask basic questions, “Where did you come up with the band name?” “What made you get started in the music industry?... etc. Today I decided I want to ask interviewees questions about their “firsts.” What was you’re your first show like? Firstdance? First time having sex? Concert? I’m excited.