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Do photos matter?

11/10/2019

There might be a tendency to discuss the nature of photography as "past tense" with the onslaught of iPhones and Androids. All qualified to make an event or moment, to be enriched with smiles as they are retweeted, and posted on social media.

When I see couples out for a walk with the kids, I'm prone to remind them to take lots of pictures... as they grow up fast! (my youngest just graduated from college). Some smile and others pull their phone out and say they got it covered. I do enjoy running across photos from 15-20 years ago and retweeting to my family twitter group as the reactions are fun.

When my father in-law recently passed, my wife knew she could count on me to provide 100's of photos I had archived for years on my hard drive and stored in apps. To reflect on 94 years and accumulate the moments we shared... or were captured, was a fitting way to remember the uniqueness of his life. I am reminded of Jim Rohn seminar in 1989, as he stated, "we leave 3 things behind of extreme value."

1.)Our library... (yes, he encouraged reading books)
2.)Our journals...(yes, he encourage writing)
3.)Our photographs ( yes, he encouraged photos)

What does your library look like? I am amazed at the books my father left behind and the fact that he signed a lot of them after reading...they make great gifts to family!

Do you journal? Do you take the time to write about events, blog, or send messages? Just last week, I received a written note from an advisor thanking me for my service and effort associated with my high school. We talked later in the week and he told me every Monday morning is his write time. That tells me a lot about a man...willing to acknowledge others. Do you have time to write a note of thanks?

Photographs... obviously near and dear to my heart. I have 500,000 plus over 40 years and just the thought of categorizing them makes me nauseas...lol. I do a fairly good job of finding those of "extreme value" when needed and enjoy the response of family and friends as we remember... people like Popi. ( www.alfonsorios.co ) YES!... Photos matter.

Salute Popi! 94 years and a life with memories we will never forget.

Coffee and cookies...on our daily walk in Bogota, Colombia.

Harmonica? No problem as he played for any audience and enjoyed the clapping and hoots for more!

The accordion was his specialty! So many days filled with beautiful vallenatos in our home.

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Walk... the talk

7/14/2019

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Last year about this time... I was finalizing my desire to walk from San Jose to San Francisco. This thought had been with me for a while as I was impressed with Jonah's story as he finally consented (now that's a story!) to walk through Nineveh (est. 60 miles). It was a great 3 days and if you want to see my recorded walk you can visit here....https://youtu.be/IK1fOA2UZQU Point being, once I made the date, the commitment, it was on!

A mind made up...Thats a serious challenge to the average man as Brian Buffini (mentor of many) will attest in a couple of statements - “Inside all books of success and all stories of victories, there are chapters of failure.” AND “Even though you may stop for a while, when your mind is made up you never, ever give up.” With that in mind, I have to question my goals from a year ago (last August at Mastermind) and see what I have given up on or have held focus too. For added support you can listen to Brians take here... https://www.thebrianbuffinishow.com/episode-025-power-made-mind/

Reviewing goals can cause joy or sorrow...hopefully a little of both. I encourage you to refocus as we begin the last half of this year. Write down 10 things you want to accomplish and refine to three musts! If you would like to attend a goals seminar here in the Bay Area... let me know and we can explore the options. I have the office and facility to make that happen.

Some photos I have worked on over the last month or so have become one of my great moments this year. As you can see, my Garden Friends have brought some peace and reflection to a world in Silicon Valley that needs more of these moments.

"everyday is Christmas..enjoy the gift"

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Garden Walk

4/22/2019

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When opportunity begets routine...
I know, I know, your running late, traffic was a mess, no time, no rest, no more minutes, and certainly no more phone calls! Got to go! Conference calls back to back, major decisions need to be made and no cooperation seems to be the rule of law...STOP! Take a breath, exhale...slowly...take a breath....and repeat. Close your eyes and repeat until the little crack of light begins to fill the room in your mind's eye. Breathe...

Now before you jump in the car and valiantly fight traffic for the next hour, pull out your camera ( yeah that one...with the phone attached to it) and walk through your yard. With camera in hand, swipe the dial to portrait and choose between natural light and stage light. Be still... focus.. .take the shot. And breathe.

The only counter balance to the madness of this valley... is to be creative. Its chicken soup for the soul. You can do it! Just breathe...

#shotonIphoneXS

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Goals and Jim Rohn...

2/8/2019

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I am always amazed at the reaction of "who's Jim Rome" (its JIM ROHN...lol)? Or uh, huh...yeah, ok, as I know my comment that, "He's free on YouTube" is being dismissed unconsciously by the person I'm talking to. Thats usually when I ask, "to get a pen and write these names down".

Jim Rohn, Brian Tracy, Les Brown...That's a good start for the college graduate, entrepreneur, or business truth seeker. I met Jim Rohn in 1989 and his philosophies and story telling made a distinctive impact on how I see the business world and the results of my efforts. For a mentor to describe the outcome and predict your success based on the behaviors we exhibit (self discipline, learning, willingness, etc.), was refreshing and challenging. To know what the possibilities are through the experience of others, is a fundamental step to the enjoyment of learning and life.

I have included a few photos that are a result of listening, adventure, and belief. Several prints are displayed in my home and remind me daily to "listen to the voice" and "you can do anything...if you take the first step".

What are your goals this year?

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Milan - Italy

12/31/2018

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2018
The opportunity to take a week in MIlan was met with little resistance as my wife informed me she had a conference to attend in December.
I have had the opportunity to visit Rome and surrounding cities, however did not know much about Milan and another stop known as Lake Como. After checking the weather (40-45˚) with sunshine forecasted, it was a pleasant surprise to find some incredible photo opportunities for fun and education.
Milan is well deserved for its reputation as the fashion capitol of he world as I walked the streets the first morning I arrived. The degree of seriousness Italians take in dress and fashion was on full display. I was also pleasantly surprised to navigate with my cell phone to several areas within walking distance of our hotel (Westin Palace).
My adventure is documented in the Travel section of this site and includes the Duomo Cathedral, Starbucks Reserve (another story), Milan, Lamborghini, and a day trip to Lake Como. I can't describe the food ( amazing) so I will let the photos do the tasting...Enjoy!

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