When It's One-sided: Let's Talk About Me By The Alan Parsons Project

A few months ago I blogged about how it feels when you get shut out of a conversation or not being able to share you're views and ideas.  A lot of times, that can really hurt as if you feel that you or what you have done doesn't matter.  Once in a while it would feel good, if you were given a chance to air your side and be heard with respect.  When I think about one-sided situations, the song "Let's Talk About Me" by The Alan Parsons Project comes to mind.

A lot of times I saw situations where some people are about to speak only to have someone butt in.  In the end, they sit there looking forlorn and left out as if they're part of the furniture rather than part of the gang.  First there emptiness because you've been treated like you weren't even there.  Then followed you start feeling worthless and the worst part is when that turns into pent-up anger and we all know what the consequences can be.  That's happens when things are always one-sided.

It's not that we want to be the center of the universe all the time.  It does when people listen and listen enthusiastically to what we have to say.  If they do that then we should reciprocate.  That way people can be able to understand each other better.  Let's hear what people have to say because we might just learn something good from it.

Computer Boom: Together In Electric Dreams By Giorgio Moroder And Phil Oakley

I am amazed at how fast technology is changing at this day and age.  There are now Ipads, laptops, desktops and even i-phones that allow people to surf the net and communicate with each other.  The computers can now be used for a variety of purposes from typing documents and spread sheets to creating graphics, net-surfing and even communicating with people via skype or through chatrooms.  It was a far cry from the technology I had when I was growing up.  When I think about just how much technology has progressed compared to the computers we had, the song "Together In Electric Dreams" by Giorgio Moroder And Phil Oakley comes to mind.

Man, I remember that we were among those who had the firs use of computers back then.  It was crude because you had to load the DOS first and that followed by the program diskette.  The few computers at the time and it was three students to a computer.  The image was green and I was not able to understand much even if the programs were just Word Star, D Base and Exel.  It wasn't until 1996 that I was able to understand how to really use a computer now that the programs are now easier to use.

These days, whether you have a computer or a cellphone, you can do anything in terms of technology.  Right now there are still some programs that I am still trying to master.  Technology of computers and other gadgets are now close to doing anything.  One day I wouldn't that everything would really be wired to a computer.  I just hope that I can catch up.

Nothing's Free/You Got To Do Something: Nothing From Nothing By Billy Preston

Not a day goes by that I'm not reminded how tough times are.  Just heard in the news that prices are going up again yet I'm not surprised.    To add insult to injury, we just got knock a peg in terms of finances.  Still, nothing will happen if you just sit there so you got to dig deep and think quick if you want to find a solution.  Got to think of what you can do and use it to the fullest.  This is something I learned after listening to the song "Nothing From Nothing" by Billy Preston.

Things are so hard these days. So hard that it's to take those instant money packages in the hopes that you get quick cash for your needs.  The hard truth is you really got to dig deep to find that thing that'll be your ace in this financial hole.  Either or go out of your comfort zone and try something else.  It may be hard but if it'll give you more income then why  not?

You can't wait for the fruit to fall.  You can't cling to others either.  Even if you do get help, the rest is up to you.  Nothing's free in this world so you got to do something.  There no such thing as something from nothing only nothing from nothing.

My Thoughts On The Net: Spirits In The Material World By The Police

A long time ago, it was very difficult to connect with people and communication and work were at a snail's pace when you needed to send something pronto.  You either had to send letters that would take a while or talk long distance through the telephone.  When it came to the telephone, you had to make your conversation short or expect a very expensive bill.  When the internet became available to everyone, it sure change the way people communicated shopped and worked.  Now everybody's connected to the web like it's a new dimension you want to explore and never leave which reminds me of the song "Spirits In The Material World" by The Police.

The moment one's opens the computer, the first thing you do is open the net.  We all have our reasons for getting connected.  Some communicate via Skype or try to find love through online dating.  Others want to play games and some are hoping to gain extra income through online jobs.  For me, it's about exploring and finding some extra income.  The funky thing about it is that it is like an out-of-body experience.  You're here in the real world but your focus is in the web, maybe with someone a million miles away.

In my office, we rely on the net a lot because we send and receive stuff via email. We also need to communicate post things via the internet.  It has made our work faster and easier.  There's no escaping it as it now affects all walks of life.  When I think of going online, it's leaving this world for the world in the net like a spirit leaving the material world.

Remembering The Rock N' Roll Nights: Burning Up The Night By Krokus

Remember those metal days when people rocked to the sounds of really loud bands?  The long and big hair with the leathers and spandex and gothic jewelry to boot?  Despite the theatrics the music spoke for itself.  Whenever I listen to a metal or hard rock song today it takes me back to those great times when partied all night till the break of day.  One song that takes me back is Krokus' "Burning Up The Night".

I remember the good old days when me and my friends use to walk around the corridors.  Some wore leather jackets whiles others had those medieval or gothic necklaces or rings that rockers would wear and of course the long hair  When the night came it was different matter, especially on a weekend at Red Rock (now Club Dredd).  That's where we dressed up in our most outrageous outfit as the bands blew out our eardrums with cover songs from great metal and hard rock legends.  We partied till it was closing time and staggered our way home.

Those were the days.  Nowadays I don't even know who the new acts are.  Music wise I now stick to the classics.  My hair is now short and my beard thinly trimmed as the leather jacket that I clean every now and then still hangs in my closet.  But the sounds still rock me (thanks to Ipods and youtube on the internet).  They remind me of the great times when we burned up the nights with hard and heavy tunes.

Favorite Television Show That Helps Cheer Me Up/Getting Along With Difficult People; Chico And The Man By Jose Feliciano

One of my favorite comedy shows when I was a kid was "Chico And The Man"  that tells the story about a young Mexican who works for a cranky and grouchy old man.  Despite their difference, they always get along in the end.  It starred the late Freddie Prinze and the late Jack Albertson and I always laughed at the contrast between Chico's youth and exuberance compared to the old man's introverted and stubborn ways.  I also liked the catchy theme song that gets the show rolling that had the same title that was sung by Jose Feliciano.

This was one of those shows that I looked forward to watching back in the day.  But apart from the well-written script and great theme song, there's another reason why I liked this show was because it helped me learn more about getting with difficult people.  Like or not, there are times when we paired with people we are uncomfortable with or in some cases very grouchy individuals.  I get that a lot because I try to get along with people.  Still, if you find some common ground with them, it can turn out to be something good. It's just a matter of finding out what makes them tick.

On the surface, people can be very different.  it's takes a lot of effort but if you really try, you might find out you may have a lot in common.  I guess that's why I get paired with the difficult ones.  Still every time that happens, it's a good learning experience.   That's what I got from that show:  a lot of laughs and getting along with others.

So Many Questions No Answers: Questions By The Moody Blues

No matter how learned you are or how many things that you have achieved, there's always that question in your head that bothers you day in and day out.  If people who achieved a lot have such questions, what more those whose lives are in a mess.   When problems pile up so do the questions,  What makes it worse is that there are no answers.  When there are so many questions and no answers, the song "Question" by The Moody Blues comes to mind.

It's bad enough that we have so many things to deal with but life can be cruel by throwing more crap along the way.  Times like that you really get pushed mentally and emotionally.  Still you can't give in to the pressure and whining is not going to get you anywhere. When it comes to crunch time, you have suck it up and find whatever resources you have to whether the storm.  Even when people help you, it's still your questions that only you can answer.

When it comes to answering questions, you're the only one who can answer them.  Whether you get help or you do it on your own it's all up to you.  Sadly there are some questions that we may never find the answer.  So many questions and no answers really suck.  Still you just have to keep moving on and hopefully things get better.