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Rest in peace Anna.

James — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 23:02:12 +0000

One of my best friends passed on today. She had many friends here in this life, and she is already dearly missed by all of us.

Rest in peace, Anna
February 21st, 1987 – February 17th, 2009

Love is a wonderful thing

James — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 05:49:18 +0000

I can’t say I ever thought I’d meet a girl like this in my life. It’s so rare to find someone that you just perfectly click with and everything just works… Somehow though I ended up being that lucky. I truly feel right now like I’m the luckiest man in the world. I finally can say that I’ve found someone who really makes me feel complete in every way.

Those of you that know me know that I’m a pretty dorky and quirky guy, and a lot of girls seem turned off by that. But somehow I managed to find someone who’s as dorky and quirky as me, and even manages to out-dork me at times. I don’t have to hide anything, for once I can just be myself. It’s even more wonderful that she loves me for just who I am and doesn’t want me to change a thing. You also know that I’m a musician and how huge of a passion it is for me… She’s also a musician, and plays drums, which could be great at some point for recording stuff! Do a collaboration effort. On top of that she’s a video game nerd too!

But enough with all of the things in common, becuase as everyone knows having too much in common can end up being a bad thing. In this case it isn’t a bad thing at all. There’s enough that’s different to keep things interesting, and enough in common that we really can share in a lot of the same things.

I never thought I’d fall this fast, but I did, and I simply couldn’t help it. I think for once I can say that I’m experiencing true love. It’s a feeling that simply can’t be explained until it’s experienced… It’s unlike any other feelings I’ve had in the past.

Edna, whenever you read this, I love you, and I want everyone to know that!

New Beginnings

James — Sat, 31 Mar 2007 05:00:11 +0000

I’ve come to the wonderful realization today that letting go can be a wonderful thing. Lauren and I are up in New Jersey for the weekend, and we were in a dating situation that just wasn’t going so well lately.

On Friday, we ended things the way they were – while we were both still up here with two days left on our trip. It hurt me deeply at first, and the night was rough and full of tears. The next morning I got up and felt the same way. We went to the second day of the UPW event that we came up for, and somehow I just got in an elated place and realized that I’m the master of my own emotions. I put the sadness aside, and I realized what I really have here, and amazingly so did Lauren. Today has been an incredible day. I just feel so alive, happy, and invigorated, and I honestly feel like I have a new truly caring and close real friend that I can share everything with.

This last part here is directed at you Lauren, and if you read this randomly one day you’ll know how much this weekend with you changed my outlook on love and relationships, and even life in general. I love this feeling I have, and I love you Lauren, as one of my real, true friends, and I always will. I will never give up on this. I’m your friend through it all, and you won’t be able to lose that no matter what you do. I’m here through it all!

Merry Christmas!

James — Tue, 26 Dec 2006 04:45:42 +0000

Merry Christmas to those random few of you who read this!

New site, once again.

James — Tue, 19 Dec 2006 01:35:21 +0000

I’ve switched the site around yet again! I’m going to try to move most of the old entries over, or at least the ones that are still relevant. It might be a while though.

2006 NBA Champions

James — Wed, 21 Jun 2006 05:00:29 +0000

It’s been 18 years… The last time was when my dad was coaching the Lakers in ‘88. I was three years old and I hardly remember it… I do remember one thing: Magic Johnson was trying to steal my damn cookies when we were on the championship float, and I wouldn’t have any of that.

Well, we finally did it. My dad coached the Miami Heat to their first NBA title… Tonight was the most incredible night of my life. Words cannot even begin to explain the pure natual high and the amount of joy and fun that we all had. After the game we all rushed down to the court and pictures were taken of all of us, then my dad gave his speech, followed by the players. This all happened in Dallas, and the Mavericks fans weren’t being very good sports – a lot of them stayed behind and booed us the entire time. Afterwards we went off into the back parts of the arena, and there were interviews, and lots of them. I was hanging out with Amber quite a lot throughout the partying. I pretty much just met her that night – I’ve met her before but only briefly. She’s the daughter of one of my dad’s good friends. Really hilarious and fun girl.

While we were behind the scenes, I gave Amber my camera for a few minutes to take some pictures. We now have a picture of my sister and I pouring out two full bottles of Crystal on my dad’s head while he was getting ready for an interview… It took him by complete surprise. After all the interviews and such we drove over to The Mansion – a resort/hotel in Dallas, and we had our championship party there. All the players were there, there was great food, music, some great speeches by the players, and honestly it was the most fun night I’ve had my entire life. It was just a magical night… Things like this happen once in a lifetime…

After the party ended around 4 AM, the team, staff, and all the family headed back to the airport for an early flight back home. All the family flew back on the team plane with the team, and it was very much a party plane for the three hour flight. That is, until about 7 AM when everyone save a few of us fell asleep. Eric was making fun of some of the other assistant coaches for falling asleep, then two minutes later he dozed off. Naturally I had to take a picture of him to prove a point.

When we got back into Miami at around 8 AM, there was a crowd of easily 200 people waiting outside the airport. The Miami-Dade fire department was there waiting for us, and they sprayed the plane down with their fire hoses as a welcome back. When we walked out, several of the fans yelled “Thank you Pat!” and then they all slowly broke out into a chant of “Riley! Riley! Riley!” Apparently I was on national TV on CBS that morning… If anyone saw me, let me know!

The parade is on Friday at 2 PM, so be on the lookout for me and my family!

Dream Theater: SCORE!

James — Sat, 01 Apr 2006 05:00:19 +0000

I flew up to New York city this weekend for the Dream Theater show at Radio City Music Hall. It was the most incredible show I’ve seen. The crowd was completely into the show, everyone was singing along, and the three hour set was incredible.

Set List

First Set

The Root of All Evil
I Walk Beside You
Another Won
The Afterlife
Under a Glass Moon
Innocence Faded
Raise the Knife
The Spirit Carries On

Second Set, with the Octavarium Orchestra

Overture
About to Crash
War Inside My Head
The Test That Stumped Them All
Goodnight Kiss
Solitary Shell
About to Crash (Reprise)
Losing Time
Vacant
Answer Lies Within
Sacrificed Sons
Octavarium

Encore

Metropolis Pt. I: The Miracle and The Sleeper

That’s right. They played Six Degrees from start to finish. With an orchestra. It’ll be out on DVD sometime later this year, so I can say “I WAS THERE!” to everyone who buys it!