Why I can't complain...

 This morning while perusing through various Facebook posts in the news feed, I discovered some people who are apt to complain and be angry at the drop of a hat... or rain for that matter.

 But I just can't. Sure I'm covered by Grace, know that my Soul is saved and my Eternity is going to be Awesome! God loves me and I have mad favor! It's that whole washed by the water thing... so I got that going for me. But as if that wasn't enough, I have been Blessed with an Awesome Life here on Earth! So I really can't complain or more to the point shouldn't. But I find sometimes I want to... Then I remind myself of the Life the Lord has given me and that want kinda fades to nothing.

 Now, I'm not trying to brag, so if you are reading this and feel like I'm bragging... I'm sorry you feel that way. I'm going to list some reasons, not in any particular order, but rather to define why I feel the way I do.

First Reason I can't complain:
  I have the most amazing and beautiful Wife who loves me!

 Seriously, I do! Without her I'd probably still be living the way I used to pissed at the world, drunk and drug addicted. Mad at my job, boss, car, friends and life in general. She has helped me appreciate what is truly important and special in our lives. I give thanks to God for everyday that I wake up next to her. She is inspiration and the voice of reason when I think I know better than I should.

Second Reason I can't complain:
  Amazing and Awesome Children!

 Have you met my kids? Then you probably know what I am talking about. They are all different and unique. Jam packed with personality, charisma and style! These kids keep me on my toes all day long and I wouldn't have it any other way! Being a parent is a struggle and sometimes painful... but so worth it! God is teaching me life lessons each and everyday, sometimes I think I learn more from them than they do from me.

Third Reason I can't complain:
  The job of my dreams!

Work in progress July 2012

Yea, it's true! So hard to call it work when I LOVE what I do! If you didn't already know, I am a Tattoo artist/owner at Solomon's Porch Tattoo Parlor. Yes Sir, I don't punch a clock, don't have to abide to any dress code, have to put up with a boss or workplace attitudes that can bring me down. I get to create Art, Laugh, Educate and Enjoy! I have been blessed with the greatest clients(who I prefer to call friends), co-workers(who I prefer to call partners) and work schedule... I set it myself!

Fourth Reason I can't complain:
  I ride a Harley Davidson!

 Hahahahahahahaha!!! If you don't know that joy that comes from this, GET ONE!


 Ok, ok, ok... Yea, that last one was a stretch and I do have many, many more reasons, but I gotta get back to my morning with my kids. Anyhow, the thing that really keeps me from complaining is my relationship with God. There is no religion that man has concocted that could take the place of my Faith in my Lord and Savior. God has saved me from myself and given me the life I have always wanted, simply out of being faithful and obedient. Thank you Lord, it's all for your Glory!

BTW, I can't leave my Friends, Family and Extended Family out of this! Y'all people RAWK! And not just because you know me! Hahahha! Love you all!

 Well, I gotta get back to my day. If you find yourself in the Fresno area and want to visit. I'll be at my shop Tonight, Tomorrow Night and Saturday All Day. "Cheers!"

Solomon's Porch Tattoo Parlor

4877 W. Jennifer Ave. Suite #102

Fresno, Ca 93722

(559) 270-9371

"Acts 5:12"

I woke up and it was July...

 This crazy roller-coaster has been going no stop for months. The colors began to blend and I found myself on auto pilot. Simply going with the flow. Days, weeks, months have just flown by... this morning after having an Awesome week and weekend! I woke up, took a step back and in my best Keanu Reeves impression said, "Woah..."

My last blog was back in March. Wow, it's been a minute... where to begin?

 As you may or may not know, I have recently teamed up with three other artists/friends to open up our very own "Tattoo Studio"(Solomon's Porch Tattoo Parlor) and things a moving swiftly! Licensing, Certifications, Insurance, Equipment, Construction, Art and Attitudes... all while keeping a full client list has kept me very stressed and busy. I LOVE IT!!!

 I feel more alive than ever! I feel a sense of direction, purpose, like I am living out my dream and though obstacles get in my way, nothing is stopping me or holding me back! This is what I am supposed to do, this is where I belong. I walked away from "Body Modification" years ago, cause I was living it out for all the wrong reasons, now all the right reasons have brought me full circle, strengthened by Faith to see this thing done right! Thank you God!

Wanna see some work? Well here ya go!

This was Friday Evening.

This was Saturday Afternoon.

 I also worked on a small cover up on Thursday evening for my boy Randy, but missed snapping a photo. Oh well, I'll grab one when it's all healed.

 Up until this week I have been steady booked. Things are starting to slow down and I'm beginning to catch my breath, still have allot of work to do around the shop and my regulars keep the doors open, but I am welcoming the off nights and earlier bed times. Hahahaha, I'm sure my Wife does too. She has been an absolute trooper through all of this. She understands that the hard work will pay off in the end, I could not have done any of this without her.

 Ok, that is enough for now... "I'll be back." Next week!

"Cheers!!!"