OK so it has been a while since I put anything up here. Let me start with the past. I moved 2 Vegas. U probably already know that but in case u didn't... I got 2 jobs when I got here and lost one in 6 weeks (telemarketing job with Hilton didn't really work out since I couldn't sell much 2 strangers on  the phone). Rented a condo with a good friend of mine (Hi Amy) and began networking right away.

The networking led 2 me following TJ Hampton who runs karate karaoke (www.karatekaraoke.com) and quickly moving up in the belt rankings by singing a crap load of songs almost everyday of the week (I am a karaoke whore). Turns out that TJ is also part of an improv troupe called The Lost Episodes. Well as u well know my goal and reason 4 moving 2 Vegas was 2 perform improv professionally and in case u didn't know...

So I was able 2 join the group and we had a show at The Onyx Theatre (www.onyxtheater.com) on July 21st. The show was a hit even though my involvement was only minimal thanks 2 the return of the member whose place I was taking. Didn't mind  tho cause I was getting paid 2 do improv (or so i thought) and was on my way 2 doing what I came out here 2 do. As it happens we r close 2 getting a running gig at the Stratosphere which gives me a slight chubby when I think about it (so I sometimes think about 2... )

Now, I am in place 2 perform improv professionally and getting ready 2 host my own karaoke night (that's right!) again. The hard part is losing that job has garnered me financial woes that are taking their toll on my excitement (and my slight chubby). Presently, my phone has been shut off, I am constantly looking 4 another job, the security job I got when I got here (i did say I got 2 jobs) is only part-time and low-pay, I signed on 2 sell knives cause they have a base pay but it's still another job based on people willing 2 help me out. Of course I still sell candles and I'm constantly trying 2 book shows. So like I said.. TONS of potential income but potential income doesn't pay 4 shit!

The good news is all of this WILL turn around and I'll get back on solid ground. I will land on my feet and I WILL succeed. I am able 2 smile (Hamsters in Spandex) and keep my head up.

I need 2 add that tho things r going tough 4 me they r also going tough 4 everyone and I acknowledge that and don't 4 1 minute think my plight is worse than anyone elses. I am truly blessed 2 have family and friends who can lend their support (both morally and occasionally financially). However, even being aware of this blessing I am a bit proud and HATE asking 4 help. So I rarely do it and feel like shit after tho sometimes u just have 2 feel like shit... acknowledge and move on u know.

I send a hearty thank u 2 my family (who won't ever see this) and my friends (some who will). Without u n my life I wouldn't b able 2 stay a positive monkey. I love each and everyone of u. I send personal thanks 2 Perry, Tina, Amy, Chris, TJ, Paul, Nate, Patty, Arianna, Barbara, Annastasia, Aubrey, Nina, Whitney, LaVonne, Christine, Christina, Sara and Ed. Each of u have helped me out whether u know it or not in so many ways. Of course I'm sure I could add more 2 that list but, u know, off the top of my head and all.

Well, if u made it this far u must really want 2 know how i am doing and I thank u 4 ur interest in my life. Stay posted... changes and excitement r a-comin. Slide me messages, comments and texts. u can call me if u like but i'm still horrible on t he phone.

thanks
Love,
James
Big Sexy
The Candle Man
Set Up Kid