Where Have You Been?

I took the summer off!

No writing, no editing, no interviews and no original posts. Why? Because I only have enough hours in the day to satisfy myself and I chose to do just that. It’s not that writing doesn’t fulfill me, it absolutely does. It’s the only outlet that let’s me have that exhale moment and still love me when I’m done. The problem with that is you become addicted. It consumes you. So I spontaneously put aside the computer and walked out with my kids in hand. We, for the first time since I've never had weekends off, enjoyed the summer.

Now, let me clarify something. Although for this past summer it may appear that my work as a writer took a back seat, the reality is – I was collecting inspiration to launch my next move. With every successful wave, a crash follows. It’s the law of nature. I was so lucky to ride an intense wave of notable highlights that before the wave crashed; I jumped off to watch it. I wanted a moment to reflect before the next surge of adrenaline took over and my attention was immediately focused on making the next wave bigger, better and last longer. Hell, it takes a lot to push your passion to the side. A LOT!

I also accepted a position at a new job. Yup! I resigned from my ultra cushy job to embark on the road to “You Deserve Better-ville!" That’s what I kept hearing and suddenly started to believe it. I adored my previous job and had I not believed you, I would probably still be there. No thanks to all the publicists, editors, writers and all those who believed there was just a bit more I could offer than err, a hot dog.

From the 10th Hole of a prestigious NJ golf course to the Gramercy section of Manhattan, I committed to a position that has not only satisfied that inner void but I know I have been preparing for with all these insane projects I've created. I’m the woman behind one of the most visually influential contributors in Hip Hop. You’ve seen his work on legendary album covers, pages of magazines, printed on merchandise and for some, the visual image associated with our favorite artist. I repeatedly find myself stumbling across photos saying, “You took this picture too?” Jonathan Mannion, my boss, has entrusted me with his legacy.

Aside from that, I have a bunch of things to tell you – so stay close. My soul sent out an S.O.S recently to help ignite my passion and the transmitters received some interesting feedback. Let’s just say when your inner child taps into the main switchboard and starts pulling at yesteryear’s strings - the product is intense rambles and quality literature.

Thanks for following the many adventures of my crazy, beautiful life.

Till next time…

XO,

Marjoriet