Can you see me?

Can you see me?

The end of this blog could have happened yesterday. The picture above was taken about a minute after I avoided being hit by someone who couldn't see me. I know, right? I was walking with my bike on the sidewalk and there was a car about to leave the Family Video parking lot. He was taking a right onto Main Street so he was looking left, for an opening. I was going to walk in front of the car but decided not to.  I was looking at him and said out loud (to myself) "Do you see me?" I could see he didn't see me because we didn't make eye contact. I waited and he took off when the road was clear. 

I know this is common sense for some of you, but I believe that a lot of accidents with pedestrians, bikes, and motorcycles could be avoided if drivers payed attention and were aware of their surroundings on this more personal level. In my world, everyone would get their motorcycle license to better understand what it's like on a bike or motorcycle or as a pedestrian. 

I think the bigger lesson here is to not be invisible. Get noticed. Be seen. Do something that makes people think you are insane. Google Dean Karnanes. Here's his site: http://www.ultramarathonman.com/web/index-mobile.shtml

One of his accomplishments might seem impossible. 50 marathons, in all 50 states, in 50 days. Insane. 

Can you see me? Can you see yourself? Go out and change your world. 

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Ken

Anniversary, Failure, Business

I know. It's been too long. Plans do not always go "according to plan" for me. I'm not going to dwell on it. Here is the latest "Make My Ex Famous" post. Thanks. Ken

Anniversary
We all have them. The ones we remember. The ones we forget. The good, bad, and the ugly. This past June 30th, 2013 marked what would have been mine and my ex's 13th Wedding Anniversary. Since the divorce was finalized on February 29th, 2008, it was a regular day, sort of. I really liked that date, 6/30/2000, and I could just ignore it but it is part of my past. Part of my history. Your past got you where you are today. Don't ignore it. Accept it and move on. I'm not going to slam anyone here. I don't think this is the place. I easily could be the place for some people, but not me. It has been a rough five years. I would not wish a divorce on anyone. It is far worse than anything I have been through. The reason I wanted to mention it is because of the anniversary, I had this dream that night and remembered what it was like being happy together. In this dream, we were nice to each other. It was a memory I wish I could have in real life. I hope to get back there. At least to a point where we understand each other. I do believe it is possible.

Failure

Failure is part of life and it is a part of business. Sure, I have failed at marriage. I guess you could say I failed as a teacher. I have failed in a lot of ways. While failure does have stigma and negative connotations, I believe failure should be embraced. It should be a stepping stone for improvement. It should be taught in school that it is okay to fail. Life is full more of failure than of success. We all have heard of how long it took to invent the light bulb or the airplane. Failure was part of the solution. One story that motivates me is the story of how Sylvester Stallone made "Rocky" a reality. Here is part one:

Here is a link to Tony Robbins retelling the story. I think Tony Robbins tells it a little better than Stallone does. You decide. How do you view failure?

Business
This makes me think back to my previous blog post, Opportunity. I mentioned opportunity and branding. I believe in business and the business opportunities the internet provides. I want to create and support businesses that helps people. A business that helps people get what they need and want. What I believe some people don't understand is that the purpose of business is to make money. That often puts an evil tone to the conversation, right? Even non-profits make money. They don't make a "profit." Or show a profit. Schools make money from property taxes, right? What do you do? Do you get paid for what you do? Chances are, you work for a place that makes money and pays you to do something that helps create that cash-flow. You also help other companies make money every time you "Like" or "Share" something on Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube. You probably don't get paid for it but you should and possibly in the future, you will. We are all walking billboards. What you post, wear, say, and do, is part of the unique brand that is YOU. I believe in people and I believe when people I know recommend something, I should at least check it out. It might not be for me. Or it could be life changing. Hopefully, for the good. The social media world is changing and it is here to stay. I endorse companies I believe in. Companies that are so good at what they do, other people want to be involved. I look forward to supporting and creating business that helps people.

Like, Share, and enjoy.

Ken