I need to get out of here.

This was the greatest lesson anyone ever taught me. Sometimes things just … are. You can’t change it, you can’t mend it, you just embrace it. Let it be. 

(via arbitraryazn)

I feel like dancing.

If only I were better at dancing.

“This is an art, not a science.”

Some guy in class said this today, and it’s true. Art, any art (dance, photography, music) may have technical aspects, but all those specifics aren’t what’s most important. It’s about the art of it, changing things up, being creative, and having passion. 

Chuc Mung Nam Moi!

Battle for Creative Arts - San Francisco, CA 

Going down to SF for dance is always fun and inspiring. It’s interesting to see a different community of dancers and nice to see different faces. The ultimate is being able to see other individual styles. I feel like sometimes, especially in our area, dancers start to look alike. They all train together and that influences their style. (Don’t get me wrong, they are all amazing dancers, you just see how they dance similarly). It’s eye-opening.

Besides that, on the car ride home we had some really nice dance discussions and it can really put you into a better mindset. 

Basically, 

• Music is the heart, but it doesn’t discriminate. Just because you are a popper, or b-boy, or whatever - dance to whatever. Yes, maybe you get a lame song, but work the best with what you’re given. You can talk about the dj later, but if you can kill it during a stupid song, that shows how strong YOU are as a dancer. 
• Dancing is movement, but so much more. I think your character is still important. No matter how good you get, or who you are, remember to not lose the love of dance or good attitude for fame. 
• Battles aren’t choreography. I just think it’s weird when people battle like they are constantly on stage. A battle is in the moment. It’s okay to have sets, but don’t just dance like you are doing routines the whole time. That’s one thing that really sets this kind of thing apart from the “classical” dances.

Seriously inspiring day spent with Fresh and Fly Productions (www.facebook.com/freshandflypros)

Busy days, sleepless nights.

I drive to much and sleep to little. I’ve slept 6 hours this weekend, and driven to Elk Grove, Sacramento, Arden, McClellan, Natomas, Davis, Roseville, Sacramento, and San Francisco. Either way, life is enjoyable. I may be racing from place to place but at least I like what I am doing. Oh, productivity! 

How’s your weekend been?

Battle Avenue Trailer: Ajax vs Donovan 

The way it transitions from color to black & white is cool! 

Sleep?

Yeah, who needs it. 

I’m leaving for LA at 8. It’s almost 3. I have yet to pack, or finish my essay that’s due tomorrow. Oh bother. 

Appartently everyone on Tumblr is a rapist.

According to my friends, I shouldn’t talk to you. 

Oops.

Eh?

Surfing was literally one of the best moments of my summer. 

(Source: just-keep-going-on, via sneaker69freaker)

Let’s go to the park …

take a walk after dark. Rainy nights on swingsets. 

Yeah?

CSUF.

So, I’m most likely transferring here. Most likely as I am unless something goes wrong. The one thing I am worried about is how it’s a commuter school so it’s going to be harder to meet people. Lames. Eh, I’m getting nervous already. But excited. Excited nervous. 

Any advice?

The Jam @ UC Davis - Friday, January 20th 

Honestly, this event had some issues. It was held in the Activities and Recreation Center. They told everyone they would get them in for free, but it ended up not working out. The ARC workers wanted to kick everyone out or make them pay, which was kind of lame because people were driving up from other cities. People were coming out to support the dance program at the school, and were completely out of the way of any of the students. But whatever. 

Anyways, I ended up staying outside and met up with some dancers I knew of but had never really talked to and we all went out to eat. It’s this simple experiences that still remind me of why I love dance - it brings people together. Even if we weren’t dancing the whole time, just chilling and talking with dancers is cool. 

Overall, I didn’t necessary get to enjoy the battle but I definitely enjoyed the night. 

Bboy Portfolio 2011 

Fresh and Fly Productions has some clips in this from our “Locally Fresh” series (3:45 and 6:43) 

So ready for what 2012 will bring!