Some exciting new changes are coming as the holiday season grows near. Some songs for the sports fan are underway. More has been accomplished behind the scenes, on the business front. As soon as I get that wrapped up, the focus on fun and music will continue! www.SundayisFunday.com
Monday, November 15, 2004
Sunday, October 10, 2004
Well, I hope to have the pictures from the Browns game here soon. If anybody from the parking lot party down at 17-d has a picture or two to post, then send it to doctorwebwiz@yahoo.com . Let me know if you have a caption in mind, otherwise I'll make one up!
Monday, September 27, 2004
Sunday, September 26, 2004
Saturday, September 18, 2004
My letter to the world,
Last night I had a dream. I had a dream for what the future beholds, but at the same time I had a nightmare of deeds in the past. Reality caught me last night as I peacefully slept. I heard her knocks and let her enter my dream. I asked her what she wanted, and she simply wanted to take her child from me. She wanted the kid inside of me.
I was reluctant to give her the kid inside of me, for after all it had been inside of me for 39 years. She could see this and was very patient with me. Reality knew I could not give up my security of being funny, always having an audience, and always making someone laugh. She also knew that the world I kept inside of me, the fun, the good times and total enjoyment of living would not be the same world which all humans share together, this big world, this world we call life.
So last night Reality invited me to her party called life, but the child within me would have to stay behind. What kind of party has no fun? I thought. So she proceeded to enlighten to me. She showed me her vision of this great party through my own eyes. I could see the Governor in his white suit. I could see many men dressed fancy in coat and tie. I could hear on the surface, kind and gentle conversation always polite with subtle humor. I could feel the acceptance of the fanciful dressed women; the acceptance was not for me although, because I was dressed as the joker. You see, the kid was with me and I did not come across as polite, or kind. I did have humor, but I had too much of it. At this party I did not feel the acceptance or welcome. And whilst I am the man who does not care what other people think of me, I do care how I feel, and I did not feel accepted.
Reality showed me the same party as I was dressed impeccably, and without my child. As I entered the room eyes were shifting from the Governors white suit to my shiny black suit, and the beautiful woman I was with. Many people were eager to see us and every woman needed to find time to talk to my companion. I felt the warmth in the room, the acceptance of the crowd and knew that I did not need to be the center of attention to enjoy myself. I felt comfortable, trusting, and important. What a bright future I could see; respect, warmth, and acceptance.
What a nightmare I see as I look back; as I slide a little bit apart from the child inside of me, I look back into the past and see this wonderful party I described, in the eyes of my old ways. I see the damage done to others in the name of protecting my ego. I see the fake laughs as I hold my head high in a room full of haters. I hear promises of future engagements, but know they are vain. This is what I have built? My super strong, high and mighty, jovial self has built this? And all the fake people I see, I am one of them too? How did it all get away? I thought I had tight control over everything. Look at my things. Look at my success. Hear my talk of adventure! Don’t you wish you were like me? I guess the answer is probably, "not".
So tonight, September 18 at 3:39 am I leave the child inside of me behind when heading out the door. I think this will be a gradual transition since I have prior commitments to some of the fun I share. Important change takes time committment and steps in the right direction, towards the future. After all, that is how I got to where I was at yesterday. The path to success is the same. I have simply changed where I want to go. Reality is a “she” and without her I guess all of us men would remain kids forever. This is my contribution to the world for now. –Gary RuffSundayisFunday.com
Last night I had a dream. I had a dream for what the future beholds, but at the same time I had a nightmare of deeds in the past. Reality caught me last night as I peacefully slept. I heard her knocks and let her enter my dream. I asked her what she wanted, and she simply wanted to take her child from me. She wanted the kid inside of me.
I was reluctant to give her the kid inside of me, for after all it had been inside of me for 39 years. She could see this and was very patient with me. Reality knew I could not give up my security of being funny, always having an audience, and always making someone laugh. She also knew that the world I kept inside of me, the fun, the good times and total enjoyment of living would not be the same world which all humans share together, this big world, this world we call life.
So last night Reality invited me to her party called life, but the child within me would have to stay behind. What kind of party has no fun? I thought. So she proceeded to enlighten to me. She showed me her vision of this great party through my own eyes. I could see the Governor in his white suit. I could see many men dressed fancy in coat and tie. I could hear on the surface, kind and gentle conversation always polite with subtle humor. I could feel the acceptance of the fanciful dressed women; the acceptance was not for me although, because I was dressed as the joker. You see, the kid was with me and I did not come across as polite, or kind. I did have humor, but I had too much of it. At this party I did not feel the acceptance or welcome. And whilst I am the man who does not care what other people think of me, I do care how I feel, and I did not feel accepted.
Reality showed me the same party as I was dressed impeccably, and without my child. As I entered the room eyes were shifting from the Governors white suit to my shiny black suit, and the beautiful woman I was with. Many people were eager to see us and every woman needed to find time to talk to my companion. I felt the warmth in the room, the acceptance of the crowd and knew that I did not need to be the center of attention to enjoy myself. I felt comfortable, trusting, and important. What a bright future I could see; respect, warmth, and acceptance.
What a nightmare I see as I look back; as I slide a little bit apart from the child inside of me, I look back into the past and see this wonderful party I described, in the eyes of my old ways. I see the damage done to others in the name of protecting my ego. I see the fake laughs as I hold my head high in a room full of haters. I hear promises of future engagements, but know they are vain. This is what I have built? My super strong, high and mighty, jovial self has built this? And all the fake people I see, I am one of them too? How did it all get away? I thought I had tight control over everything. Look at my things. Look at my success. Hear my talk of adventure! Don’t you wish you were like me? I guess the answer is probably, "not".
So tonight, September 18 at 3:39 am I leave the child inside of me behind when heading out the door. I think this will be a gradual transition since I have prior commitments to some of the fun I share. Important change takes time committment and steps in the right direction, towards the future. After all, that is how I got to where I was at yesterday. The path to success is the same. I have simply changed where I want to go. Reality is a “she” and without her I guess all of us men would remain kids forever. This is my contribution to the world for now. –Gary RuffSundayisFunday.com
Monday, September 06, 2004
Well, another week has passed. We are getting closer to the start of the football season! As for the "show", well...there has been a lot accomplished prior to the start of this season. Some improvements over last year too! There will be plenty more room for improvement in season's to come! Just realize that we all can have fun with this, it is our party, and we can turn it into anything we want (or we can just drink a beer, whsitle at some girls, and go to work in the morning) either way we still have a blast! Play Harder! SundayisFunday.com
Sunday, August 29, 2004
Here is an interesting link for those of you who want to get a record deal. If you get signed don't forget the little guys! Getsigned.com Presents: "Music 'Biz/Music Law Q&A, January 2002 by Attorney Ronald S. Bienstock"
Sunday, August 22, 2004
Okay, let's try one of my favorite sites. This web site tells you how everything works (except how to properly post a blog) I hope you will like this web site! HowStuffWorks - Learn how Everything Works
Maybe I need to fix the anchor tag for the blog people....let's try that and my comment for this web site is "what a wondeful refreshing web site" SundayisFunday.com
I'm just trying out this BLOG THIS function that lets anyone comment on any web page on the internet. I see some small potential for this. I really need to learn how to post the pictures to the blog rather than on my web server. I don't know how that works...but I'm sure I will soon find out! K-Rhap Blogger%3A Create your Blog Now -- FREE
Monday, August 16, 2004
It's been a busy month as the football season nears. I have been putting together my jokes. The first home game for the Cowboys is the Browns, so I'm sure their will be no shortage of jokes. I had to throw away my Quincy Carter jokes for now. If you have any jokes, pass them along. Just post them right here. When football season ends I think there will be more time to have fun with this blog, but ya never know...they have a way to include pics on these blogs now and that may prove to be more efficient than posting them to the main website. I will find out more as time turns.
Sunday, August 01, 2004
Well it sure has been a while since I last wrote. Anybody want to help write a song? How about a college party song. Kinda' like the Beastie boys, "You gotta fight for your right to party" or something more on the edge. I have been tinkering with the lyrics "F U" and trying to make it a "Football University" song. Example; F U Ohio State, the number one football university! F U to . The way I figure it, it's going to take a lot of drunken, partying type people to make ME rich. But I'm not in it for the money anyway. Anyone got some ideas? Someone has said that there could be an honor roll, an F U honor roll, and I start naming some names How about some lyrics over here! F U Bill Clinton, etc... although he was not a great football player, so I guess he is out...maybe the record could scratch like I lost my mind and someone yells, "What?" and I say, "Just kidding" Maybe Bush would be better? Anyway, I'll try to come up with a line or two each week until the song is finished (the lyrics anyway). You want to jump in go ahead. Football for me Hoops for you Football University! F U... We gotta team this year One that's gonna win We gotta team that fears The fan's uneasy feelin' (Well this violates the golden rule of "Show don't tell") Back to the drawing board! By folks!
Sunday, July 11, 2004
Monday, June 28, 2004
Monday, June 21, 2004
Friday, June 11, 2004
Hello, Thank God it's Friday!
Ronald Reagan died this week. I remember him as one of our greatest President's. I'm not sure we will see a man like him again. I became very interested in his style. He used humor very often to lower his adversaries defenses. He stood tall and strong. He praised those around him religiously. The man did have faults, for he was human. Oftentimes, it was Nancy that had to set him straight. I think everyone my age has a memory of this former President, whether good or bad. He was very impressionable.
Ronald Reagan died this week. I remember him as one of our greatest President's. I'm not sure we will see a man like him again. I became very interested in his style. He used humor very often to lower his adversaries defenses. He stood tall and strong. He praised those around him religiously. The man did have faults, for he was human. Oftentimes, it was Nancy that had to set him straight. I think everyone my age has a memory of this former President, whether good or bad. He was very impressionable.
Sunday, June 06, 2004
I did not post this blog on Friday, so today (Sunday) will have to do. I noticed this week a lot of people standing in line to purchase their lottery tickets. Not the regular lottery, but the “Shorty Jones” lottery. People from all over the United States became instant experts on horse racing. The sure thing. These experts are the same people who stand in line every week ready to buy the next winning lottery ticket.
I have a sure thing for you, and it might cost a little, or it might cost a lot. I know that if you do not win, you will not lose. K-Rhap stands for Kindness, Respect, Help others, Ask questions, and Passion. You will not lose in life if you pursue your life’s Passion. Winning money is not a passion. Neither is earning it. To make your life’s work the pursuit of another dollar, is not in itself very fulfilling. To make a dollar from something you enjoy doing is fulfilling.
I am not the preacher here. I just wanted to share with you one of my many thoughts. Some songwriter out there is looking for these words I’m sure. It took me 38 years to find my Passion, making and producing music. Right now I suck at it. Some day I will be good at it. I cannot lose because I enjoy doing it. Just so you know, I still buy one lottery ticket each week. I think we all need to dream a little. Bet on the sure thing while you dream…YOU!
I have a sure thing for you, and it might cost a little, or it might cost a lot. I know that if you do not win, you will not lose. K-Rhap stands for Kindness, Respect, Help others, Ask questions, and Passion. You will not lose in life if you pursue your life’s Passion. Winning money is not a passion. Neither is earning it. To make your life’s work the pursuit of another dollar, is not in itself very fulfilling. To make a dollar from something you enjoy doing is fulfilling.
I am not the preacher here. I just wanted to share with you one of my many thoughts. Some songwriter out there is looking for these words I’m sure. It took me 38 years to find my Passion, making and producing music. Right now I suck at it. Some day I will be good at it. I cannot lose because I enjoy doing it. Just so you know, I still buy one lottery ticket each week. I think we all need to dream a little. Bet on the sure thing while you dream…YOU!
Tuesday, June 01, 2004
May 29, 2004
To whom it may concern,
The coming future of music will be much different than it has been for many years. All things change. The company that positions themselves correctly will prosper greatly. And the dawn of the coming future is here now!
In the past, the business model resembled an automobile manufacturing plant. However, with the power of computers and the availability of this power to the common man, the record industry has a unique opportunity right in front of their eyes. I intend to take advantage of this opportunity.
With the current working business model in place (Discover talent, hone talent, record talent, produce product, promote product, distribute product.) this model still works, but will be made more profitable when the talent, recording and production expenses are in the hands of the computer users who develop ideas in their own home studios. It is already being done.
The extra income for the big record companies will be in the products they will sell to their thousands of recording studios (home recording enthusiasts who may even be willing to pay a fee to have their songs marketed). Products that help musicians achieve their dreams.
The software for making computer music is selling well. When you start to see these products selling in Wal-Mart, it’s too late. Create a simple music making program for a reasonable price and place on shelf at Wal-Mart. Consumer buys dream, manufactures a song and has a direct connection to Virgin records. At this point, all consumers will have access to a stunning array of Virgin products. The Virgin people discover talent and in the end are selling to the consumer once again (finished music)! This model will make Virgin as popular world wide as perhaps Coca-Cola! And it all works because of my principle: We are here to help each other. I hope I have helped you today too!
Sincerely, K-Rhap
To whom it may concern,
The coming future of music will be much different than it has been for many years. All things change. The company that positions themselves correctly will prosper greatly. And the dawn of the coming future is here now!
In the past, the business model resembled an automobile manufacturing plant. However, with the power of computers and the availability of this power to the common man, the record industry has a unique opportunity right in front of their eyes. I intend to take advantage of this opportunity.
With the current working business model in place (Discover talent, hone talent, record talent, produce product, promote product, distribute product.) this model still works, but will be made more profitable when the talent, recording and production expenses are in the hands of the computer users who develop ideas in their own home studios. It is already being done.
The extra income for the big record companies will be in the products they will sell to their thousands of recording studios (home recording enthusiasts who may even be willing to pay a fee to have their songs marketed). Products that help musicians achieve their dreams.
The software for making computer music is selling well. When you start to see these products selling in Wal-Mart, it’s too late. Create a simple music making program for a reasonable price and place on shelf at Wal-Mart. Consumer buys dream, manufactures a song and has a direct connection to Virgin records. At this point, all consumers will have access to a stunning array of Virgin products. The Virgin people discover talent and in the end are selling to the consumer once again (finished music)! This model will make Virgin as popular world wide as perhaps Coca-Cola! And it all works because of my principle: We are here to help each other. I hope I have helped you today too!
Sincerely, K-Rhap
Friday, May 28, 2004
I did not prepare properly for this week and it shows! I have not really paid attention to the news. It is Memorial Day Weekend, that should be news enough.
I just want you to know that in life, windows of opportunity open and close. As one window closes, another is opening. We all walk past a few, and some of us climb through the window once in a while. Tie this thought into my theory that we are all here to help each other, and that "climb" can be made easier and rewarding for more than one person.
I hope that we all take the time this weekend to recognize those people who fought for this country, providing us with the greatest opportunities the world has ever seen, and for those who died and have no more opportunities to provide. Thank You my friends. I will take some time this weekend to play, and to reflect. But more importantly, I will take some time this weekend to see how I can help someone else. I hope you will do the same.
I just want you to know that in life, windows of opportunity open and close. As one window closes, another is opening. We all walk past a few, and some of us climb through the window once in a while. Tie this thought into my theory that we are all here to help each other, and that "climb" can be made easier and rewarding for more than one person.
I hope that we all take the time this weekend to recognize those people who fought for this country, providing us with the greatest opportunities the world has ever seen, and for those who died and have no more opportunities to provide. Thank You my friends. I will take some time this weekend to play, and to reflect. But more importantly, I will take some time this weekend to see how I can help someone else. I hope you will do the same.
Friday, May 21, 2004
This week I decided to "wrap up the week" with comments on news events. I will post this on Friday and comments are welcome. A lot of songwriters get material for their songs through reflection of the worlds ordinary lives. I hope some other aspiring writers and song writers will join me in this quest.
From looking at this weeks events, it appears that hero's are yesteryear's news. We are continually bombarded with pictures of Iraqi prisoner's. I feel bad for them. But where are the hero's? What triumph's have other fellow American's created? I guess the common and the good are old news, and we have to endure what sells... When good is uncommon, uncommon is good, then it will be too late.
From looking at this weeks events, it appears that hero's are yesteryear's news. We are continually bombarded with pictures of Iraqi prisoner's. I feel bad for them. But where are the hero's? What triumph's have other fellow American's created? I guess the common and the good are old news, and we have to endure what sells... When good is uncommon, uncommon is good, then it will be too late.
Monday, May 17, 2004
Well It has been a while! I'm going to have to re-learn all of this blogging k-rapp (ha). Well, I'm into computer music, production and trying to sell songs on the internet. Eventually I will get good at this stuff. If not, well then I will have a blast singing down at Texas Stadium...Yes, they invited me back for another year :)
I have learned to copy this stuff to the clipboard before I try posting my words. It would save some time when something goes wrong!
I am learning Digital Orchestrator, Music Maker 2004, and MixMan Studio Pro. So, if any other computer musicians are out there, drop me a line. Give some tips on this whole new fad about to sweep our country, producing quality music at home. In the meantime, I will pretend I know what I'm talking about!
I have learned to copy this stuff to the clipboard before I try posting my words. It would save some time when something goes wrong!
I am learning Digital Orchestrator, Music Maker 2004, and MixMan Studio Pro. So, if any other computer musicians are out there, drop me a line. Give some tips on this whole new fad about to sweep our country, producing quality music at home. In the meantime, I will pretend I know what I'm talking about!
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