Concept vs. Reality

My baby sister (Holly) who I absolutely adore.

I imagine the concept of living with me must be rather interesting. I am active and get wrapped up quickly.

I love to play music, water sports, soccer and any kind of shenanigans that would make you laugh.

Conceptually, being a musician is interesting. In reality, the muse can strike me almost any time. I might have to work out a guitar riff, drum riff or bass riff in the middle of a movie and there is no waiting till the movie is over. I'm always on call to play with several bands or do studio work for my brother. Lovely. There is no "putting a lid" on me with music. Being banished or told when it is appropriate will never happen.

Do you like to listen to me play and sing at a bar? Oh, how nice...Listen to me as I learn the song at 12am on a Tuesday night? Uh...You're killing me....

Surf is up? WHAT? Oh, the concept is so cool! Here is the reality.... Really good surf causes you to ditch almost everything in a hurry. I can call my buddy (Doctor buddy no less) and he will ditch everything to make the trip. My kid has the disease. We can do ANYTHING you want so long as you come with us to surf today. 4wheelin' on the beach is just as fun if you get air born! Nurse Ratchet is terrified of the surf and super deep water. She also FLIPS out when we get air born.

Sports cars. One of these days when I get a ticket I'm going to jail. Just a fact. Counter measures in my state are illegal but then again there are counter measures for that as well. I have no tickets. I should but I don't.

Work. Ahhh...Those lines are blurry. I can literally work all the time everyday. My job is so dynamic it is pitiful. One minute you are minding your own business and the next minute you are in full blown panic mode because you are incidentally involved in a catastrophe just announced somewhere around the globe.

The real estate? Conceptually it is nice. In reality it is thankless hard work. The attire is different as well. Humanity is interesting. I am handy for whatever that is worth...

Arguments? I usually have my mind made up so if you want to make a point and conclude then I'll listen. Two sentences. If you want to drone on for a long time then I'll pretend to listen and then conclude with "Are you done?" and go about my business.

I am thoughtful and compassionate. I always expect the best. I can't stand snobs although I have been told by more than one family member that I have an arrogant air about me. Snobs light me up the worst. I was a "have not" growing up.

I am not above dumpster diving by the way. My latest acquisition happens to be two virtually new fluorescent camping lanterns. They came in handy during the hurricane.

Charity? I'm on the board of Directors for a large Foundation. I'm the guy you pitch with your idea. I'll let you know if your idea is in the spirit of our Foundation. Volunteerism, Quality of life, Arts and Music as it applies to our immediate community are the focus. I spend a lot of time with this, lots and lots of time. I'm stunned by how kind and thoughtful people are and am honored to be part of many wonderful charities.

My wife? Well, she is beautiful, smart and very driven. We are different. I surf, she skis. I play soccer, she does Field Hockey. She is in medicine. I'm in business. I am on the finance side of charity, she is the spokesperson for her charity.

We are both very strong personalities.

Neither of us are perfect.

My favorite saying? "Are you ready? Lets GO!!!!!"

I have not watched syndicated TV over the last 30 some odd years. A complete waste of time.

I'm slightly touched. I am real, full of flaws and comfortable in my own skin.

I am loved. By virtue of that fact alone I know I will never be a failure.

Peace be with you,

Bobby