Steve Raybine:
Blog #100:
The Perfect World versus the Fantasy World
For you avid blogsters that read my previous blog (#99), you read about the world I wished all world citizens would and should embrace for the advancement of civilization. The content articulated within blog #99 would in truth, be my perfect world and my dream world--all we can do as the body politic is set an example and do whatever we can to change the world for the betterment of all people.
Bearing that in mind, if I could also have some of the personal things--known as well-earned "perks" that I've wanted as the result of my hard work as a musician for over 40 years, these would be some of them, but in no particular order. Here they are:
1.) I'd like to own a very fast and sleek "convertible" sports car--preferably black or red. At this point, I'm most attracted to a BMW Z4 or an Audi TT, but who isn't?
2.) I'd like to be fairly wealthy and be able to have the finances to vacation for long periods of time in the South of France or perhaps Tuscany, Italy. Maybe even portions of Switzerland? I'd really like to be near the Mediterranean Sea or Lake Geneva in Switzerland--wouldn't it be glorious? Yes!
3.) Believe it or not, I'd like to own a very upscale quik shop (convenience store), where I could hire all my favorite folks and have a relatively large performance area within the shop where I could keep my vibes. We'd have a grand time.
4.) I'd like to be a part owner of a sports franchise--more than just the one share I own of the Green Bay Packers. I love sports and I love being around the sports environment--just like my son, David and my Dad, Art.
5.) I'd like to own my own swimming "lap" pool to keep in shape.
6.) I'd like to concertize at more jazz festivals playing my music with my band. Moreover, I'd like to get everything recorded that I've composed. Some of this might actually be achievable, however, especially now that I'll be primarily recording singles.
7.) I'd like to be 20-25 pounds lighter. Oh, to be 35 years old again and to have more stamina. I am exercising quite vigorously each day, now.
8.) I'd like my hair back (black) and my black beard back as well. I started losing it during my mid-twenties. Some people think I look "distinguished" with my gray hair and beard, but I'll take volume and black coloring.
9.) I'd like to own a house by the lake or ocean. Someday, I'll inherit my original home by Lake Butte des Morts in Wisconsin, but until then, I'll just live a land-locked lifestyle.
10.) Did I mention that I wanted a fast convertible sports car--oh yeah, I guess I did.
11.) I'd really like to not have to work so hard on so many levels within the music business--it's exhausting and a very tough business.
12.) Although I love my three cats, I'd like to have a dog--small dog.
13.) I'd like to have a roadie for every gig, so that I'd never have to move or lift a vibraphone, sound equipment or percussion instruments ever again..
14.) I'd like to never have to worry about my health--I'm abit of a hypochondriac.
15.) I'd really like to have a lifestyle where I don't have to literally run from one event to the next--I'm wearing out, ladies and gentlemen. However, with the increased exercise regimen, I may really get back into good shape.
16.) I wish that I were more technologically savvy with all of the mobile/cell phone app's and various computer programs.
17.) I'd absolutely love to be able to afford a secretary or personal assistant--I could literally swamp them with endless chores, etc.
18.) No more teaching on the weekends would be my final request for this blog--at least I can achieve this during the summertime.
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