iphone wallpaper: phase1

I keep an "eye candy" folder on my computer desktop, and a few of those images make their way to my iphone's locked screen wallpaper. This is phase1. I'll post a round of 5 screenshots or so every now and then.

M.I.A. - Bad Girls (music video)

M.I.A. has some of the best videos. The song isn't the greatest, but director Romain Gavras blessed her again with another visually pleasing flick.

Doors

This is an obvious statement, but I think it's worth saying: doors have the ability to open and close. Sometimes when a door closes, it slams in your face and then it's bolt locked. On the other hand, sometimes a closed, bolt-locked door will be unlocked and open up for you.

When opportunity comes, take complete advantage of it before the door shuts.

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy: Trailer

I love mystery novels and suspense movies. This should be right up my alley.

Martin Scorsese article: How to Lead a Creative Life

Fast Company magazine interviewed, the now 69-year old, filmmaker Martin Scorsese. The article touches on "Marty" being so in love with film, and him finding the balance between doing what he wants and doing what the studios want. It's a good read. Check it out here.

Marc Johns

I found out about Marc Johns almost a year ago after my copywriter partner bought one of his illustrations. He has a bunch of quirky, simple drawings, and people not only buy them, some people have gotten tattoos of his stuff. Check out his illustrations here.

You're not alone

I've been struggling a little trying to figure out normal life stuff. While I've been going through this, I've found how easy it is to want to run away and not deal with it. Yes, it's very cowardly. And, no I haven't been running away. I'm just stating if I wanted to, it would be an easy option.

My dad is big into sci-fi movies, and he'll sometimes quote the cliche lines in those movies, "You're not aloneeee." Even though that line usually refers to aliens, it's a true statement. We're not alone. We when go through difficult times and situations, Jesus is right by our sides. We may not notice because we're too focused on our situation, but trust me, He's there...Just ask for His help.