Tuesday, February 26, 2008

Know Respect

Everyone has it in for boxing. As Chuck Klosterman observed, "society can no longer relate to the abhorrent purity of (it)" - people just aren't afraid of being punched in the face. They feel safe behind the rule of law and the assignment of blame provided by those who exercise it, lawyers. While I in no way endorse or encourage violence, I also recognize that this freedom from fear, while providing a sense of safety, has also emboldened and empowered, people to speak and act without fear of retribution. Insult someone and you're more than likely to receive a summons than slap.

While I am not someone who benefits from an intimidating physical stature, I recognize the necessity of respect. People used to respect boxers. But I guess, like society, the sport has been changed for reason's of safety.

So I wonder - Do people respect the Ultimate Fighter (UFC) or will that sport go the way of the glove?

Wednesday, February 20, 2008

At the top, looking out.

I enjoy the chair lift when I snowboard. It's a time to reflect on where you're going - on where you've been - on what you've accomplished. It's a moment of calm before the world begins to fly by in a rush of energy and adrenaline, again.

I've recently completed several long "rides" on the lift. And the last few weeks and days have been such a moment of reflection. I am close enough to my past that I can enjoy the challenges, the ups the downs - and close enough to the summit that I can see the future laid out before me.

I remain anxious about the journey. I don't know what obstacles I may face on the way down. But I do know, I love snowboarding and the rush in every turn, on every jump makes me relish in the thrill of living.

Thursday, February 7, 2008

I hate myself



My father told me "I didn't sell out, Son, I bought in. Keep that in mind."

And, So there I was.
It was obvious.
I was gonna be in advertising
and play in the goddamn system.

That was that.

I was my old man.
He knew.

So what else could I do?
I mean, there's no future in anarchy.

But when I was into it there was never a thought of the future.

We were certain the world was gonna end.
When it didn't, I had to do something.

So fuck it.

Tuesday, February 5, 2008