Standing at the Shores of a New Life
It has been a turbulent year to say the least for me. So many changes have happened that I could not have expected a year ago. I have grown as a man and have faced some of my fears with trepidation but seek to conquer the darkness that may lies ahead. The relationship has been … Read more
Life Is Starting Anew. Hold Your Head Up High
I have been beside myself and astounded since Friday. I did not know what to think or what to say. I waited to make this announcement until I was ready and felt confident enough. I was laid off on Friday. I was given permission to come in late Friday to get my driver’s license renewed … Read more
Weekend at Birthdays, Brienna and Brian’s
I had a wonderful time Saturday night. It was Brienna Becker’s and Brian Scate’s birthday celebration and we all got together to spend it with them. I started the evening early and had dinner with my friend Spencer at Hillstone (formerly Houston’s) in Dallas. After dinner, drinks and great conversation, we proceeded to meet everyone … Read more
Excursions to Dallas Startup Happy Hour 2.0
The startup and entrepreneurial community is growing in Dallas. Over the past two years, there has been a convergence of intellect and opportunity. Chance encounters can lead to a really good idea or even to a business partner. I have lots of ingenious friends in the startup community. I love hearing about their latest ideas … Read more
Social Media Club Dallas at Ghost Bar | @SMCDallas @ghostbar_Dallas
Social Media Club Dallas started the year with a spectacular event at Ghost Bar. Gleaming from the 33rd floor of W Hotel, Ghost Bar hosted first event of the year for SMC Dallas. Attendance at SMC Dallas events has soared over the past year. Once again tickets sold out. I believe much of this has … Read more
Dinner at Kenichi – Review
When I think of sushi, I think of Kenichi in Dallas. Located in Victory Park, Kenichi is hip and hands down one of the trendiest sushi hot spots in Dallas. I enjoy Kenichi immensely. I often feel like I’m transported to Tokyo if only for a moment when I’m there with friends. It’s no surprise … Read more
DFW Unplugged at House of Blues | @OCDFW @HOBDallas
House of Blues and Eventbrite hosted DFW Unplugged last Thursday in Dallas. Billed, also, as the OpenCamp Reunion, many of the speakers and guests from the OpenCamp Conference came together to share innovative ideas and their experiences in the online community. The evening featured guests included Gabriella Draney (Tech Wildcatters), Mike Merrill (Social Media Club … Read more
Dinner at Taverna – Review | @TavernaDallas
What can one say about Taverna Dallas? Chick and hip, sultry and alluring, Taverna is a restaurant which one would could find in Rome, Milan and Florence. Contemporary in decor, Taverna is anything but your typically hip locale. Italian chefs bring a vibrant feast for all the senses with an incredible menu featuring their signature … Read more
Evening of The Big Quarter Bar Social | @TheQuarterBar
Last Thursday, The Quarter Bar was gracious enough to host this months social event at their upstairs bar. Located in the trendy Uptown district of Dallas, the bar has the look and feel of an authentic New Orleans French Quarter bar. With the decor of old world New Orleans, The Quarter Bar boasts and wonderful … Read more
Mad Men in Preston Hollow and at the Londoner
Mad Men are everywhere. Mad Men, the Emmy winning show, is short of influencing all in style and decor. With that in mind, I considered it would be a fitting theme for this week in review. 60s decor is very sleek and stylish. This is evident in the exterior when walking up to R+D Kitchen … Read more
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