My Curious Existence

My latest obsession is my photography gear. While, I don't always understand the technical aspects, I know I have the eye to compose come pretty fun shots. After taking a break from photography, I'm ready to jump back in and I've discovered, I'm ready to learn more and upgrade my stash. Recently, I took stock of what I need to become a better photographer and I realize, photography as a hobby isn't cheap, But, I'm committed. It's time to retire the stock lens, I got with my kit, and upgrade to the 50mm f/1.4 USM Lens (Super fast and quiet lens, shallow depth of filed, great for portraits). This is one of a few different lenses I plan on buying int he near future. I've been obsessing for days devising my plan for acquiring this gem. I think my excitement and anticipation carried into my dreams. Last night, I dreamed that I had a pretty great collection and that I had just received in the mail, one of which was the EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM Lens (great fo...

I watched a video today, on Facebook, titled " There's Something Absolutely Wrong With What We Do To Boys Before They Grow Into Men."  Click HERE to watch the video The video made me think about what I consider "Being a Man" is all about. Among many other core values I believe make up, being a man, I think of my earthly father. I've observed, listened, and probably tried to mimic as well as look for some of the qualities I deem important. Cockiness has never been attractive to me. I don't look for the Machismo, I'm the best thing ever and Everyone should love me attitude. Frankly, it turns me off. I don't care, how many girls you had, how strong you THINK you are, or how you got stranded in the wilderness only to survive on your own purified urine. Also, I don't care what car you drive, or how fast it goes, and whether or not you almost died, illegally street racing near my neighborhood. By the way, if that's you every night this week...

I'm a photographer by hobby, I'd like for it to become something more profitable. However, I lack the confidence. I use to take photos all the time, there was a time when you couldn't find me without a camera. Then, I got busy. I let life take over, and I guess, my passion fade. Recently, I had the opportunity to rekindle that passion. It's the holiday season, and a friend of mine, let me take his photo for some family pics. I've also noticed that life has surrounded me with some camera savvy friends. Maybe that's God telling me, I'm not supposed to give up. If you're meant to do something, doesn't he make it near impossible to keep at it? I think so! I think this is a reminder that I shouldn't give up. Especially on the things that I enjoy. Even if it seems like it's more work than it needs to be. Photography can be a release to explore my surroundings and thoughts. I must keep at it! There's not much to this post, other than, I...

I have a guilty pleasure... Stupid Reality Television shows. Not all of them, but I probably like the shows that are the worst to watch. The show I'm going to be ranting about now is "Toddlers in Tiaras." I realize I'm a little late to the complaining game on this show, but who cares! First of all, I love hating the show, because I can't believe the complete ineptness of the parents involved! It seems like they're setting up their kids to fail! The values being taught, at a very young age, is looks are everything. Let's dissect this a bit, historically, what problems do we usually associate with a hyper focus on our physical appearance? I can think of a few, eating disorders, narcissism, bullying, depression, among many others. If you wanna tell your daughter she's pretty, then don't doll her up with, fake teeth, fake hair, massive amounts of makeup, over gaudy dresses, and skimpy clothing. After you've completed that list of "pretty...