June 24
As a culture that is constantly moving, it’s good to step back and take a hard look at what you’ve accomplished.
“Being happy doesn’t mean that everything is perfect. It means that you’ve decided to look beyond the imperfections.”
Over the past year I have been working to develop my own “personal brand” — trying to figure out exactly what it is that I do, what it is that I want to do, and how others perceive those things. With this comes a constant struggle of doing what pays the bills and doing the projects that you truly believe in. I’m finally to the place where those two are starting to convene.
A new venture that has come about is really the culmination of this feeling. I will be sharing more as time passes, but being able to relate to the people who really have hope in the future, and helping to take the next steps in realizing it is an amazing thing.
I have been truly blessed in the past, I love what I’m doing now, and I believe in the future. Thanks to all who have helped.
Filed under Life
June 15
He didn’t tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it. — Clarence Budington Kelland
Today is my first father’s day. Jess & Elijah made me a great coffee mug that I’ll be using every morning. They are the best family a man could ever ask for.
I also want to thank my father today because he is truly a man of patience, integrity, and honor. He was never really a person of many words, but the way he lived his life has inspired me.
Thanks Dad.
Filed under Family, Life
June 10
Today I was pleasantly surprised and humbled by a blog post from one of our industries most innovative talents, Allan Branch. It isn’t always about you… it’s about those around you.
I encourage you to follow his example and write a post today about two (or more) people who have been an inspiration to you.
Mark Priestap and Nate Ritter are two people who have definitely been an inspiration in design & life.
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- FIGURE 1 MonkDev.com
Mark’s super clean design & his passion for the Lord have definitely made an impact on me. He has an eye for color that is incredibly unique. Just take a look at what he did for Monk Development (FIGURE 1).
You can see that Mark is passionate about what he does, and has been an inspiration to many. Thanks Mark!.
Nate is one of those guys that goes out there and gets it done. Our goals are very similar and seeing him accomplish some of them has been a real encouragement.
“He told me, ‘Just pay it forward.’ Three big favors for three other people. That’s it.” — Pay It Forward
Filed under Inspiration, Life
June 6
As most of you know I’m exploring the interesting [read: scary] world of PPC Affiliate Marketing. I’m finding out that a lot of affiliate marketers are in need of some serious design help. Why not be the one to do it?
- FIGURE 1 (LP)Vault - Premium Landing Page Design
This is nothing new by any means, but it’s more-or-less an experiment in putting ideas into action.
I introduce you to (LP)Vault. (LP)Vault is a cost-effective landing page solution for affiliate marketers. It will provide targeted templates and custom design.
This site will also feed work into another project I’m working on that will help to support the local freelance community. More to come on that later.
Give your idea’s some wings. The investment is always worth it, whether you find success or not.
Filed under Goals, Projects
June 6
My wife Jessica & I celebrated our 2 year anniversary this past monday by enjoying a quick trip to Newport, RI. The goal of the trip — Dream Building.
We’ve started to make this somewhat of a tradition now. Taking a few days over our anniversary to just get away.
Newport is especially great because of the old-town feel, and great food (The clam pizza at the RI Quahog Co. is amazing). The massive newport mansions don’t hurt either. It’s so incredible to see the amazing detail that they put into these houses, and to think Rosecliff sold for only $21,000 in 1938.
This year was slightly different — it was Eli’s first “long” car ride. This little guy has got to be the best kid ever. He was so good for the 6 1/2 hour ride.
Overall, a great trip. Highly recommended!
Filed under Life, Travel
June 1
As I mentioned in A step of Faith, June marks the anniversary of many milestones, and tomorrow, June 2nd, is one that has truly changed my life.
“Love is what makes two people sit in the middle of a bench when there is plenty of room at both ends”
Two years ago I became one with the most amazing person in the world. She is beautiful and caring, honest and loving, a wonderful mother to our child, and absolutely perfect for me. Thank you Jessica for being my completer.
Last year for our anniversary we decided to go to Newport, RI on a whim and are continuing that tradition tomorrow. It’s such a wonderful time to just get away and enjoy God’s amazing creation.
See you all in a few days!
Filed under Life, Travel
