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" If you stay on the train you will eventually get to your stop." -Brandon Zornado

Say no to Drama!

This world is filled with so much drama and it is all because there is no communication. Most people like to do things their own way and if they just talked about it with other's from the beginning then many problems would not occur. I don't like drama, because it is stressful and it is unnecessary. Things won't get out of hand if you control them at first. With a big group of people, everyone is going to have different opinions on things and that is why it is so important to talk about it before you begin anything. Things will go a lot smoother and there will be much less stress. Drama happens for a reason and the way to stop it from happening is to have a plan and communicate it.

" Pick your battles, don't let a little fight turn into a big war." -Brandon Zornado

Keep it simple!

There are so many things that we are going to want as we grow older. We are going to want to get married, buy a house, start a family, go on vacations, etc. Things in life don't always have to be extravagant and branded. Sometimes the small things are the best. Don't get me wrong, I always love to be on the go and doing fun things but I truly believe that simple is better. When things are more simple then there is less stress and you can still have just as much fun. So when you come to a decision in your life that involves a lot of planning, step back and think about it for a second and ask yourself, " What is really necessary?"

" A simple punch can still knock someone out." -Brandon Zornado

Direction!

In life we all need to have some sort of direction in the way that we want to go. I really think that it is helpful because we know what to work hard for. Things sometimes don't work out the way we plan, but what matters is that we try. There are things I want to accomplish in my life, and I will do whatever I need to in order to achieve them. Direction is a way of motivation and can lead us to the places we want to be later on in life.

" Have a plan, and attack it to the fullest." -Brandon Zornado

The flu!

This year many people are getting the, " Swine Flu." It is highly contagious and it also can be deadly. Many people travel during the holiday's and while in the airports you come in contact with many different people. The ventilation on the airplanes is not good and the chances of catching the flu is greater. My girlfriend and I just got the H1N1 vaccination which helps prevent the, " Swine Flu." I suggest that everyone always washes their hands and uses sanitizer. Also, keep your fingers out of your eyes and try to get good sleep. The flu is not a fun thing, so do your best to prevent it.

" If you plan ahead, then you will be ready for what is going to happen."
-Brandon Zornado

Make a list!

The holidays are here and there is something different to do each day. With the amount of things that need to get done and so little time it can be very hard to be productive. I was very persistent this year and got all my Christmas shopping done early. Usually I go out and buy gifts that catch my eye and remind me of the person that I am buying for. I did it different this year, and I planned out what I was going to get for each person, then I went out and found it. By doing this I did not make impulse purchases and I stayed within my budget.
Something else that I find to be very helpful, is to make a list when you first wake up of all the things you want to accomplish during the day. This way you have some direction and when you finish something you can cross it off your list. You will feel way more organized and I find it to be very productive and less stressful. It is ok if you do not get all the things accomplished on your list, but I guarantee you will get more done than if you did not do it.
" Being persistent will allow you to reach greater heights of accomplishment."
-Brandon Zornado

Plan ahead!

Most people have a vision of how they would like their future to go. I want to be a country song-writer, in Nashville TN. Just because I want to do that does not mean that I just up and move this second. Nashville TN is the capitol of " Country Music." Most country superstars come from all over the world to make it in Nashville. There are four reasons that people move to Nashville who want to succeed in the industry. 1. Become a singer. 2. Become a songwriter. 3. Become a backup singer or musician. 4. Become involved in the business of the music industry. So many people go to Nashville hoping for a miracle right away and the one's who have a plan before they go have much more success. I love writing and I want to do it because I have a pasion for it. I am going to visit this January for four days to map some things out and maybe get a couple contacts as far as places to live and jobs within the music industry. Everyone has to start somewhere and I am willing to give it my all to make it as a successful song-writer one day.

Whatever your vision is, have a plan of how you want to get there. You will have much higher chances of accomplishment. Start from the bottom and work your way up until you are where you want to be. Nothing is going to be handed to you, so work hard for what you want.

" A plan of attack will set you higher above the one's on the same battlefield." -Brandon Zornado

Chase your dreams!

Dreams are something that everyone should have. Whatever your dream is, do not let anything get in the way of it. Hold onto it forever and cherish it. I believe that anything can be accomplished if you put your mind to it. Set your dreams high but be realistic of a time frame to accomplish them. If you set too big of dreams too fast then you can become let down. My dream is to become a country songwriter. It is something I love and writing and music are a passion of mine. I am focusing on playing the guitar right now and learning more each day. I am also reading books and material about songwriting. People need to realize that their dream is not going to happen over night. It is going to take hard work and dedication, but if you believe in it then it can happen. Do not ever get discouraged when you come to a road block. Fight through it and keep yourself motivated. I know that I will not become a successful songwriter right now, but I have a plan. The more time I put into learning the better I will be down the road. I am planning on moving to Nashville TN within a year to pursue my music career. I know what I need to do in order to make it and I am 100% dedicated to getting there. No matter how long it takes me, I will never give up.

Do not be afraid to have big dreams. Everyone deserves to do what they want in their life. Whatever it is that you want to do, find out how to make it happen step by step and work hard to get there. The biggest thing in reaching your dream is your motivation. You will need it the entire way to get to where you want to be.

" Fight for what you want, and you can accomplish anything." -Brandon Zornado

Spending time with the one's you love!

Last night I had dinner almost ready when my girlfriend got home. We had fish fillet, rice pilaf and a dinner roll. The meal was delicious. After dinner we cleaned up and then she rested for a little bit because she had a long day at school. I watched the blazer game, which was a great game by the way! After she got up from a nap we talked about what we were going to do. Usually on a Friday night we would meet some friends somewhere and maybe grab a drink. Last night we decided to do something just the two of us. We went to Bridgeport Village and got coffee and apple cider and walked around then we went into Borders and looked at a ton of different books that were very interesting. I grabed a couple books about guitar to look at and she walked around and looked at various types of books. Then after a bit we sat down together and looked at a book called, "Nashville TN Insiders 7th Edition." We want to move to Nashville within a year and this book was very helpful. We learned a lot about the different areas and places to visit when we go in the spring for vacation. I ordered the book today on amazon so we can figure more out and have a plan before we get there. After that we went home and looked at places to get married when the day comes. Last night was an amazing night and I spent it with the girl that means the world to me.
In life you have to spend time with the one's you love and show them that the time you guys have together is special. You do not always have to have a plan of what you are going to do. Sometimes things are the best when they are decided at the last minute. Do something with someone you love. No matter what you do, cherish the moment and make the best of it.
- " Cherish your loved ones, the best feeling in the world is being with someone you love."