What's in your.....iPod

You thought I was going to say wallet like the commercial didn't you? Hello friends, I'm finally back in the states after a LONG year away from family and friends and while I made some amazing friends in Korea I am truly thankful to be home. Thus, the two blog posts in one week. Woohoo!!! I'm flooding the internet obviously.
Hey, here's just a quickie because I just experienced it and I bet every single one of you has at one point or another. Isn't music awesome? Whether you're into Bach, Led Zeppelin, or the Jonas Brothers, I say have at it!
In this world of craziness where we are always so busy looking for inspiration, we sometimes forget about that radio dial in our car or living room (maybe even office). I can't imagine a single person reading this who doesn't remember the impact some song, or some music style made on them growing up. I mean my God, I was a music junkie as a teenager. I found songs to match every mood I was in. Remember those days? "Break up" songs? "Just met you" songs? "I am so in love with you I can't breath" songs? Yes you do. Don't even try it.
I say, if you're looking for inspiration, turn off that stupid news station while driving. You get bombarded by the "news" 24/7 everywhere else. Make your car a sanctuary for inspiration. Turn on the tunes and let yourself get lost in them like you did as a teen. You may find yourself less stressed, more creative, and with a far better attitude than without. Plus, it's free (unless you're paying for satellite radio).
And by the way, I practice what I preach. If you're ever sitting next to me in traffic, I'm that guy who goes into a full Phil Collins drum solo without any shame in my game. Enjoy your music and enjoy your life. We spend WAY too much time being "serious."
Thx to all for the love and support over the last year, and for humoring me with your awesome comments whenever I did get around to writing a post. More to follow, I'm just gettin' warmed up. Gotta go, Justin Beiber is on.

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