Author: Brent Evans

morning babble / Friday 09-02-22

This is the scribble that leads to the babble. Sometimes, it gets tidied up; but other times, not so much. When all else fails: watch the video!

Outside and FULL COLOR! BJJ got blood flowing to my head, so I wasn’t so pasty white.

121 days until EXIT PLAN

Couple weeks ago, I reported how I always start my Friday with the New Music Friday playlist from Spotify. Today, it opened with “Super Freaky Girl” by Nicki Minaj – that was a wake-up. Fun song. Put the buds in. I couldn’t really play any of the video lyrics that I saw either.  The video is out. (clip) – that’s all I can play.

Speaking of Nicki – I also talked about Megan Thee Stallion that day because she had a new album out. Well, the latest on her is in the newest episode of She-Hulk. This week, Megan Thee Stallion guest-starred in Marvel’s She-Hulk: Attorney At Law series on Disney+. The rapper appeared briefly in the third episode of the show

New Music Friday:

• Weezer! I played their song “Records” at the beginning of everything today. Now, the original “Records” is off their SZNZ Summer album. They just redid it though with Israeli singer, Noga Erez. As all the music with Weezer – it’s great, well done. Yes – I’m a fan. This year, we are getting 4 albums from Weezer. One for each season. We got the Spring and Summer one. The Fall one is coming out on Thursday, September 22nd.

• New Taylor! Last Sunday night, Taylor Swift won the Video of the Year award at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards for her 10-minute video of “All Too Well: The Short Film.” After accepting the award, Swift thanked her fans and then revealed, Oh yeah, I have a brand new album coming out October 21st. (mic drop) Later, she revealed on Instagram that it’s called Midnights and features “the stories of 13 sleepless nights scattered throughout her life.” Nothing today though. I thought we would get something, but False Hope.

• Speaking of Miss Swift, since she is who she is . . . she got a full sneak peek sound listen to The 1975’s new album: Being Funny in a Foreign Language. Frontman Matty Healy said that her reaction to the album was “it’s so funny.” Hopefully, that’s what they were going for. At least, she didn’t say – “That’s a good start” or “So close.” Anyway, today we get another new track: “I’m in Love With You.” We also get a black and white video which features a cameo from Phoebe Bridgers. For the video, click here. On October 14th, we’ll get the full album drop of Being Funny in a Foreign Language

• Got another new song today from one of my favorites: Eve 6. The single is called “I mean you”. Announced several weeks ago, their first full-length record in 10 years will be coming out on September 23rd which is only in several weeks – it’s called Hyper Relevisation

Couple quick hits here:

• I haven’t heard from these guys in a bit: Arctic Monkeys. Today, we get their first single from their upcoming album, The Car – which we should get in its entirety (10 songs) in October. The name of the song is “There’d Better Be A Mirrorball.” I’ve always liked them and enjoyed how they have changed their sound over the years, too

• Coming out February 24th in 2023 – that’s crazy to say – is Cracker Island from the Gorillaz. Today, we get “New Gold” which features Tame Impala and Bootie Brown. The album is going to feature some other artists such as Stevie Nicks, Bad Bunny, Beck, and more.

• Last one – the Editors have shared ‘Vibe’, another cut from their seventh album ‘EBM‘. I’m thinking EBM stands for Electronic Body Music? Anyway – the album is here on Sept 23rd.

I put together a Spotify playlist of the songs that I talked about and thought about today for New Music Friday. Click here for that!

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“I never feel guilty about liking music” – by Rivers Cuomo

morning babble / Thursday 09-01-22

This is the scribble that leads to the babble. Sometimes, it gets tidied up; but other times, not so much. When all else fails: watch the video!

Chubby Thor – that’s sorta what I felt like heading back into BJJ. I’m not – I’m doing okay, but obviously, the body has not been twisted and turned like that in a while. I survived though and everyone was so nice . . . probably because they were thinking “fresh meat.”

By the way, Chubby Thor / I’d still take it. I bet the fans of Chris Hemsworth’s assets were bummed with Chubby Thor. But – with this recent Thor movie, they got hooked up.

HAPPY FRIDAY EVE!

122 days until EXIT PLAN

My leg / thigh – Charlie horse spasm during a meeting with a friend yesterday. Thankfully she knows me and I had already explained that I was happy my body survived the morning. But then – wham! I had to stand up for a bit during the meeting. Thankfully, we were at the counter at this place and not at an actual table which would have looked totally awkward.

Talking about journals. My favorites – of journals. My favorites – of book styles. Working on my own journal as well as

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“You are hurt the moment you believe yourself to be.” – by Epictetus

morning babble / Wednesday 08-31-22

This is the scribble that leads to the babble. Sometimes, it gets tidied up; but other times, not so much. When all else fails: watch the video!

Sometimes I just play things at the beginning of the Babble because I think it’s fun. That’s one of my favorite movie scenes of all time. That movie is Tombstone and I love Val Kilmer as Doc Holliday.

123 days until EXIT PLAN

Welcome to AMA Wednesday –

Via someone – “Where’s Buddy the Bird?”

Asleep

Via someone – “When are you getting back to BJJ?”

Today

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“The biggest mistake is you think you have time” – by . . . Jack Kornfield / Buddha sayings

morning babble / Tuesday 08-30-22

This is the scribble that leads to the babble. Sometimes, it gets tidied up; but other times, not so much. When all else fails: watch the video!

Yup – it’s officially, officially that time of year again. Who’s getting their PSL today from Starbucks? It’s all there – their Fall line-up. Pumpkin Loaf, Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin, and my all-time favorite the Pumkin Scone. Drinks – Apple Crisp Oatmilk Macchiato and, of course, the crack for all coffee drinkers, Pumpkin Spice Latte

Thank you to Maxwell Glick for his Pumpkin Spice tribute song in the beginning there. You can go purchase it by clicking here.

124 days until EXIT PLAN

PODCAST TUESDAY!

DEREK SIVERS again

NEW BOOK – How to Live: 27 conflicting answers and one weird conclusion

Derek Sivers does have a podcast but it is inactive now – which means “no new ones for now”. However, all the platforms that carry podcasts should still have it available to give it all a listen. Click here for yourself.

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“Actions reveal your real values” – by Derek Sivers – Productivity for Perfectionists

morning babble / Monday 08-29-22

This is the scribble that leads to the babble. Sometimes, it gets tidied up; but other times, not so much. When all else fails: watch the video!

Keeping the coffee hot is key to drinking less of it. What?

125 days until EXIT PLAN

GOAL SETTING MONDAY –

Ooooo – I ran. I still have the Plantar Fasciitis, but it’s always more tolerable in the afternoon. So, this past Friday and Saturday afternoon, I ran. Today, I’ll do that as well.

I do have my doctor’s appointment, so I will double check this philosophy with him. Also, ask him about the cortisone shot.

Morning routine is forming in the sense that I won’t be running.

I also have something planned to begin on the 31st – this is going to dictate how my mornings are built, but more on that on Wednesday.

In the meantime, to help you all with goals, you “Post Its” with your goals. You want to do something, write it down and then post it. On the mirror that you look into when brushing your teeth? On the coffee maker? On the steering wheel?

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“Drip by drip makes a wave.” – by Seth Godin

The longer quote: “The first challenge is finding the focus and patience to work on the asynchronized adoption of important ideas. And the second is to not sacrifice the larger goal in a frenzied hustle for the big break. Drip by drip makes a wave.”

morning babble / Friday 08-26-22

This is the scribble that leads to the babble. Sometimes, it gets tidied up; but other times, not so much. When all else fails: watch the video!

I have my son with me again to help me at work. Actually, I have to get out of here for some blood work and then work. Probably treat us to some Dunkin afterwards. They stressed that I had to fast for 12 hours and can I do that. Yes. Yes, I can.

I think I’m finally going to make my fall transition from Butter Pecan swirl to the Pumpkin swirl at Dunkin. Years ago, when I visited this one particular Dunkin that was up the street from where we used to live, I got the XL coffee with Pumkin swirl and cream – a lot. So much so, that one day in January, I was presented a jug of the swirl. The staff was so excited to present it to me, but I politely passed on it. I want them to make it for me.

128 days until EXIT PLAN

New Music Friday:

• We got another new track from that Mumford & Sons guy . . . Marcus. Mr. Mumford shared a new track from his upcoming solo debut. “Better Off High” is the 3rd track release. We already got “Cannibal” and “Grace.” Full self-titled album drops on September 16th.

• This past Monday, Ayron Jones proclaimed his excitment over the upcoming release of his new single. Today, we got “Filthy” . . . that song he was pumped over. Rightfully so. I’m psyched because I loved his album – Child of the State – which was just released last year. I don’t want to be greedy, but I’ll take some more. No news on a whole new album drop in the future, but a new single is always a good start. Keep going Ayron and happy belated birthday. He turned 36 this past Tuesday. (August 23)

• The big album release today has to be from DJ Khaled with his 13th studio album: GOD DID. Nearly an hour of music spread out over 18 new songs. All kinds of stars are on it too. You ready? Drake, Kanye, Future, SZA, John Legend – it’s a lot. I hearted that one and will give that a spin on the road today. My son, Elliott is with me too . . . he’s up for it.

• Another album that I’m going to throw out there that I save to listen to is the combo effort from Roc Marciano & The Alchemist and their album: The Elephant Man’s Bones

• Lastly, for all you rockers: Muse: Will of the People

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“Stop waiting for Friday. For summer. For someone to fall in love with you. For life. Happiness is achieved when you stop waiting for it and make the most of the moment you are in now.” – by Mel Robbins

morning babble / Thursday 08-25-22

This is the scribble that leads to the babble. Sometimes, it gets tidied up; but other times, not so much. When all else fails: watch the video!

HAPPY FRIDAY EVE!

Pumpkin Spice OREOS! All gone. My mom delivered them as a treat for the family. My two kid vultures found them. So, I had to enjoy them today for breakfast.

129 days until EXIT PLAN

Enjoy the Now!

House of William and Merry in Hockessin

Pork Belly / Cheese Board / Steak / Scallops

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“The art of living is more like wrestling than dancing.” – by Marcus Aurelius

morning babble / Wednesday 08-24-22

This is the scribble that leads to the babble. Sometimes, it gets tidied up; but other times, not so much. When all else fails: watch the video!

We are not getting another dog – that picture wasn’t anything about that. No – today I have my son, Elliott, with me and it reminded me of the last time we worked together. The vehicle I drive for work is older and doesn’t have automatic windows. He pointed to the handle and asked in shock – “is this how you open the window?” Yup.

Quick follow up on yesterday – Tuesday. I pushed through. Got it done.

I also received the new book from Derek Sivers – How To Live – very excited about this one. Simple. Quick. But, so insightful! It seems to be a book that I wish I should have written.

130 days until EXIT PLAN

Welcome to AMA Wednesday –

“Are you going to do a race again?” – Not sure. The plantar fasciitis is still there, but manageable. I walked a mile today on the mill. I was hoping to flash this card today, but I was afraid to push. Not making excuses. Listening to my body.

“Are you still meditating or do you just like your sign?” – Ha. I like my sign. I did meditate today. I have not been meditating enough though. Trying to figure out that morning routine. Might have a rotating morning schedule for Monday through Friday. I’ve got something possibly brewing for next week – now or never.

“What’s the next challenge?” – I need to write. Maybe I get back at this?

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“To me, ideas are worth nothing unless executed. They are just a multiplier. Execution is worth millions.” – by Derek Sivers

morning babble / Tuesday 08-23-22

This is the scribble that leads to the babble. Sometimes, it gets tidied up; but other times, not so much. When all else fails: watch the video!

Mini goals accomplished yesterday / 2 minutes cold shower at the end / Worked out this morning – that’s twice for the week. Hoping to run tomorrow. Tuesday though. That’s the day that messes me up.

131 days until EXIT PLAN

DEREK SIVERS

NEW BOOK – How to Live: 27 conflicting answers and one weird conclusion

PODCAST TUESDAY!

Derek Sivers does have a podcast but it is inactive now – which means “no new ones for now”. However, all the platforms that carry podcasts should still have it available to give it all a listen. Click here for yourself.

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“The beginning of knowledge is the discovery of something we do not understand.” – by Frank Herbert

morning babble / Monday 08-22-22

This is the scribble that leads to the babble. Sometimes, it gets tidied up; but other times, not so much. When all else fails: watch the video!

Happy Monday – Thank you to everyone for reaching about our little Brodie-man. He will be missed. We went away this weekend and did have a wonderful time at LBI with friends and family. Our other little dog – Charlie – was a little confused though. In fact, last night, we were back at our house and he began crying in his bed where he and Brodie used to sleep together. I scooped him up and put him in bed with my wife and I.

Fun stuff – Brodie was named after Jason Lee’s character in Kevin Smith’s film – Mallrats.

Charlie was named after the name my Pop-pop gave everyone when he didn’t remember your name. He would just call them Charlie.

132 days until EXIT PLAN

GOAL SETTING MONDAY

Accomplishments –

I ran this past weekend / I still have Plantar Fasciitis / But, I ran and the foot did not get worse. Goal for this week is to work out 4x again.

Week ahead –

Use this Forest App / Plant a tree – work for 25 minutes straight without touching your phone. If someone calls, you can allow it. But – no texting / no looking things up on it.

Actually – after 25 minutes straight, I do 25 jumping jacks and push-ups.

The goal overall is 5 to 6 of these sessions.

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QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“Here’s a simple question to ask before jumping into “all the work” you have to do: What will happen if I don’t do this?” – by James Clear