WRITINGS- get going: lessons learned in a barber shop

I did a piece for my buddy's online mag last month.  It was supposed to be more story driven, but I couldn't get it there. #FAIL. Instead we used it as a basic blog entry for WWW.OCSPLORA.COM

I used to talk about opening a barbershop like I talked about skating the big half-pipe at 8-Ball Skate Park. I learned all the lingo, purchased a membership and climbed to the top of the ramp. But every single time I got there, I'd look down at the 12 inches of vert and say, “Nah, not today.” I 'd follow that up with a myriad of excuses: “Too many people are on this one, I'm tired, I could do it but I don't feel like it.” The truth is, I didn't know how. I loved the idea of it but never put practical methodology to my quest. More importantly, I didn't even know why I wanted to do it. So when I was asked to think about this piece it crossed my mind that I have no idea how to open a business. Honestly, I googled it. But I do know why I opened a business and how to navigate through trouble. Here's what I learned.......   

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everybody in the house..............

Yeah yeah...... whats going on people? welcome to the Blog.....never thought i would use that phrase.....technology is off the hook now........i can let everyone know exactly what i think at any given time. Think about that..........it's weird.

This will be updated monthly or maybe more but i get lazy with this type of thing.....haven't checked myspace in a ill minute.....

but it's to keep yall in the loop as far as shows, release dates and anything i feel like waxin' about. like the celts in OT with the heat right now......59.3 left up by 6!!!

any way...My first Full length album, Talent is here. been a long time coming but you can get it from me personally (cash only....no food stamps) i will arm wrestle you for one though.....(over the top punks!) Or come to Perfect Style barber shop in Malden, Ma. get a shape up and a dope cd for $15

check out a sample on myspace.com/neweast

And the C's pulled it out 112-108

peace