2 posts tagged “inspiration”

I listen to focus. I listen to motivate. I listen to correct my state of mind. I listen to detach. I listen for inspiration, to summon the muse. When I create, I create something to which I can listen. I create, because I have music in my head, heart and soul, but I cannot physically hear it yet. The desire to hear that music is what drives me to create. I do not create for money. I do not create for others. I only create for me. Once I have finished creating, I like to share. I share in hopes that others may enjoy as much as I do. I do not share to brag. I sell what I create. I sell in hopes of someday supporting my family from my creations. This is not something I deserve or expect. This is a hope ... a dream. People buy what I create. I buy what others create. I buy because the creations of others move me. I am moved when I listen.

Why do I listen? I listen to create to listen.

It's Monday morning, a very appropriate day for the first of the year. My office is closed today and I feel like a kid out of school. My first official task of 2007 is completed, by 9am I might add.

Revolution in the Valley

Andy Hertzfeld

I just finished reading the fabulous book, Revolution in the Valley by Andy Hertzfeld. It is subtitled "The Insanely Great Story of How the Mac Was Made", which could not be more appropriate. It tells the story of the original Apple Macintosh computer from its inception in the Summer of 1979 through it's unveiling to the world in Jan. 1984. The great thing about this book is that it's told by the people involved, the hardware and software team that actually built the thing. Although the book may be a bit heavy on the geek-factor for some, I found the inclusion of technical details to be great examples of the creativity and pioneering spirit that made the Mac so successful upon it's release. It is truly an inspiration to read about the sheer passion this small group of people poured into what many view as "just a machine". The book includes many original photos and notes, adding to it's beautiful geek nostalgia factor. Most of the stories were originally collected on Andy's folklore.org website if you're just interested in reading the stories.

Now, on to the rest of 2007!