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Good Advice: Some People Won’t Listen
I believe sometimes we go through stuff in life just so we can learn from them. Many situations that I’ve been through have given me some insight on how to act in certain scenarios and I believe I am better prepared because of them.
But there are times that I, wanting to be a good friend, try to help my friends and give them advice in some of the things they are going through. For some reason, most of the time, they don’t follow it and I have to sit there as a spectator, looking how a can of worms opens up and I am forced to swallow a painful “I told you so”. I hate seeing my friends going through difficulties but after I have given my advice there’s only so much I can do, I have to release them and let them learn the lesson, even if it means crashing and burning. After all, they will hopefully gain experience.
There is a reason why we go through difficult, painful, crap. Some of the time it is for us, some of the time it’s for others. It is always valuable as a learning experience.
But, then I wonder… Do I do the same? Do I let pride get the best of me when people give me their advice based on past experience? Do I appear to listen to them just so they feel good when in the back of my mind I’m machinating my own solution?
What’s your view on this?
There Are Days
There are days when I feel ready to be in a relationship.
There are times when I long to have someone to share life with.
There are moments when I wish I had someone to walk along with.
But…
There are days when I don’t feel ready.
There are times when I feel totally unfit to be in a relationship.
There are moments when I wonder what will it take for some things to change.
And…
There are days when I just want to go along with life as it is.
There are times when I just want to keep traveling.
There are moments when I get overwhelmed by the possibility of something so big.
So…
I will just live, every day, every time and every moment knowing that something good will happen, I won’t let thoughts of my future overwhelm the happiness of my present and I will keep in mind that…
It’s not good for man to be alone 
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Kris, Adam and Allison: A Review
News Flash: Contrary to what you may think by the buzz, the winner of American Idol Season 8 was not Adam Lambert. Since the end of Season 8, Adam Lambert has been everywhere, I believe that this is not only because of his flamboyant, flashy style but also because of strong marketing. Kris Allen, the actual winner, has been given the short end of the stick, you just need to read a few headlines or see some of the marketing for their albums, it’s pretty clear. Adam was one of my favorites this season but it’s kinda sad when you see that Kris has been given so little attention, poor management and a very scatter minded marketing. On the other hand we have Allison Iraheta, which a few days after the season ended secured a recording contract, going over the actual third place winner, whose name shall not be mentioned… kidding, his name is Danny Gokey, and I am not a big fan of his. On the other hand, I am waiting for an album from Megan Joy, I love her.
So, with all that said, I am going to do a quick review of their albums which were released in the past three weeks.
Kris Allen: Kris Allen
My first thought when listening to Kris’ album was that it sounded pretty solid. It has some catchy tunes but sounds a bit under-produced, it feels like it needed a bit of cleaning and that they were in a rush to finish it on time. Some of the songs are very radio friendly which can be good for Kris in the long run. Maybe they kept it sounding a bit raw to give it a ‘singer-songwriter’ feel, whatever that means. I think they should’ve tried harder to take him in the ‘John Mayer-Jack Johnson-Jason Mraz’ direction. Something that I did like about the album is that some songs resemble The Script, the first single, Live Like We Are Dying, was actually released by them first in Europe. Hopefully he will do well in the long run, his first week sales where the lowest of all idol winners, and I am sure there were some less deserving; Taylor Hicks anyone?
Favorite Songs: Alright With Me, Written All Over My Face, Heartless
First Week Sales: 80,000
iTunes Link
Adam Lambert: For Your Entertainment
I was really looking forward to this album, as I said before I was a big fan of Adam during Idol and his performances. I believe he did what David Cook did, he took normal songs and put a whole new spin on them and people went crazy. Another reason why I was looking forward to this album was the people working on it, it appears that they found some of the hottest writers and collaborators for it. Contrary to Kris’ album, Adam’s feels a bit over-produced which at times makes Adam’s vocals take the backseat, it’s like they tried a little too hard in the mixing stages. Having said that I really like this album, you will hear some Muse on it, some Lady GaGa, some Mad World and even some Mika. It is different than other Idol albums in that it doesn’t fit the mold, it’s just like Adam, very out there and very extravagant. Some times I want to give it a break and stop listening to it, but I keep coming back. Very solid and I kinda love it.
Favorite Songs: Sleepwalker, Fever, Sure Fire Winners, Music Again
First Week Sales: 198,000
iTunes Link
Allison Iraheta: Just Like You
Well, well, well… this one surprised me. I used to like Allison while on Idol, not a huge fan, but though she had potential. This album is great, the vocals alone can give Adam and Kris a run for their money, in the sense that it doesn’t feel like she’s trying too hard and that the songs showcase her pipes. While Adam sounds a tad over-produced in some songs and Kris may sound under-produced, Allison is right smack in the middle(and I hate saying ‘right smack). Her vocals sound powerful and clear, and can challenge most female singers out there. It has in my opinion one of the best vocals from any album coming from an Idol contestant. Reminds me of Kelly Clarkson at her best. Hopefully people will catch on and start talking about her and buying her album, it will be sad seeing such a talented girl being dropped from the label. Again, I am surprised that I’m being so emphatical on her, but it IS that good. She can sure beat the crap vocally out of Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus and the likes.
Favorite Songs: Scars, Holiday, Trouble Is, Robot Love
First Week Sales: Estimated 35,000
iTunes Link
Puerto Rico: Mission Accomplished
Today is my last day in Puerto Rico. I didn’t plan this trip but I am glad I did it. I bought my ticket just three days before flying, thing I don’t usually do. But some circumstances made me come and I am glad I did. Here are some of the reasons I traveled to Puerto Rico.
To see my Mom, she’s been going through some things and she feels better when I’m around.
To spend some time with my Dad, I enjoy being with him a lot. His wisdom gets my mind running.
To spend time with my little brother, Rafy, whenever I come, he’s with me almost 98% of the time. We watch Movies, Comedy series and have a lot of fun.
To visit my brother, Danny, in prison.
To see my grandparents, my grandma is in bed and at her age you never know when is the last time you will see her, which is kinda sad.
To see my Pastor Daisy, which I did and had a great time with her, awesome conversation about a lot of stuff.
It’s a bit hard to make these trips because there is so many people I would love to see but so little time. What I try to do now is to have a stress-free trip and give most of my time to my family. Maybe some day I will be able to visit more people when I come.
Overall it was a short trip but I accomplished the things I came to do. And ate great food in the process.
A new thing starts today… Stay tuned.
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