I’ve done some pretty cool things in my life. I think I’ve been pretty lucky. Actually – scratch that. I STILL do some pretty cool things. I AM very lucky!
Some might argue that while I’ve DONE cool stuff in my life, it all happened a few years ago, and I am in danger of actually becoming a has-been. But I beg to differ.
Yes, a few years ago I lived in LA and worked with celebrities and all that, but then I packed up and moved my son and I to Aspen Colorado for a grand adventure. It turned out to be all of that, and then some. I tried rock climbing (thanks to my stud boyfriend), I learned to snowboard, and I kissed a girl. HA! Just checking to see if you were “listening.” But hey, I feel as though I have the drive and adventurous spirit of Angelina Jolie. She flies her own plane, ya know. At least I hear that she does. She also rides motor cycles, I think. I’m not sure I’d do the motor cycle, unless it was a really cool sport bike. Maybe a motor-cross bike. That’d be cool. And, yes, she is a multi-millionaire who’s married to Brad Pitt – but I’d never let a little thing like extreme fame and fortune create a chasm between me my new best friends. I can hang.
Anyhow, I think I still got it. Even if in the end, I am delusional, I’m content with the action I’m getting, so who could argue with that?
On top of what I do professionally (marketing and PR), I am a freelance writer. And, no – I don’t just write this blog. I actually sometimes get PAID to write. Somehow I even fooled some people into paying me to do this stuff. I love my life! (OMG – I have to tell you this. Just now, accidentally, and probably by a Freudian slip of the fingers, I just typed “I love my loaf” – which I immediately corrected – but then I realized it was too priceless. Was it Freudian in the sense that I get paid to sit around “loafing” while I rant about every little quirk that crosses my path? Or is my “healthy eating plan” finally driving even my FINGERS to insanity, causing them to spell out in front of me that which I cannot have? ha ha)
Anyhow, a couple of months ago I interviewed Chris Cornell for the Associated Press. You remember him don’t you? The lead singer of Sound Garden, and more recently of Audio Slave? Well – he made a slight stir last summer by singing the latest James Bond theme song. Then of course there is the legendary cover he did of Michael Jackson’s Billy Jean. That song was even covered recently – Chris Cornell style – by David Cook on American Idol, which elicited a phone call by Cornell to the show’s host, Ryan Seacrest, saying he liked it. Interesting stuff, eh? And you thought I’d lost my touch.
Well, the article didn’t get picked up. So much for my CRASHING into the music journalism scene with a BANG. So I posted it on another blog i-Society. Check it out (click the link a few words back), and leave a comment or two! It’ll make me feel important again.
If you are new here, welcome! Normally I write fun, amusing posts of life from my own perspective. To be quite honest, my perspective is one of intense exhaustion. I think I just want to take a long hot bath, or get into the jacuzzi under the stars at the house in Moab and just chill for about six months. Doesn’t that sound fantastic? Heck, I’d even forgo the shops of Beverly Hills to relax for a good long while. And do you know what sounds really awesome right now? Brace yourselves. A really nice long walk out in the desert. Maybe even some rock climbing. Nothing better to clear your head – that is, if you are in shape enough to trudge your fifty or sixty pound pack up uncharted (or non-existent) steep trails, landing at cliff bands that are more than sketchy. It takes skill I tell ya. Mad skill.
Any how, I am still traveling this week – so guess what? No weight results. But just remember, above all, I am a Thin, Light, Lean, Mean Machine. I am ROCKIN’ this thing. I promise I’ll get back to you next week with my progress. It’s been brutal trying to be healthy while on the road. I need a valet – someone who will run to the market for me and grab some organic baby carrots to snack on when I forget to pack something healthy for the day. They could also whip up a nice lean lunch while they’re at it. That’s what I’m talking about: Jacuzzis under the stars, and a valet.
Now that’s the life!
It must be that time of month again. Uh oh. Here we go.
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Ms. Cheevious is the alter-ego of Lisa Jey Davis (former publicist, and television talent manager, current award-winning writer & author, & health and fitness pro). Though Ms. Cheevious has become known for humor via the blog and social media, offering a lighter and brighter look at life… the blog was originally a precursor to Lisa Jey's long overdue book "Ms. Cheevious in Hollywood" which offers a fabulous, funny peek into what really goes on behind the scenes in Hollywood… a Hollywood with Lisa Jey and her funny “serendipities” in it. Think Lucille Ball meets Chelsea Handler meets the girl next door (with a little chocolate and vodka). It depicts with hilarity the innocent mistakes Lisa Jey made when launched back into the big, bad single jungle, as an unassuming single-mother in the City of Angels. It’s also about the beautiful, interesting life she led while her loving, incredible sons kept her grounded and sane amid fantastic events, new friends, parties and field trips. It also shows the turmoil and heartbreak that comes with dating and single mom life. All blog content © 2015 Ms. Cheevious aka Lisa Jey Davis
Whenever I read one of your entries, I do it at the speed of light because, in my head, that’s how you typed it. Blinding fast, rapid-fire typing. I don’t know why.
Safe travels. 😉
-R.
Why R – what makes you think that? Truth be told, you are absolutely right. I light the keyboard on FIRE. ha ha. It’s all good fun.
What a gift, what a gift! I love reading your quips, you are so entertaining. I do know what you mean about dieting and traveling though, it is just too hard to do. I end up giving up and indulging, which I regret later, but it tastes sooooo good.
Be safe! Love ya.
blueyess
Ahhh, I love that I was right! I always wonder how people read my blog – speed of light or slowly, chewing each word. I find the different styles fascinating.
I really only threaten to light my keyboard on fire if I write about Plush and then, it isn’t because I’m typing at the speed of light.
The jump won’t kill u. it’s the landing – that is if the landing is hard. otherwise go climb the rim and hope u don’t fall.
Well Random, I’ve no doubt your style is unique – in more ways than one! 🙂 I hope people chew on my every word too. Just because my writing is executed fast and at break neck speeds, does not mean it lacks depth and real meaning – I swear!
Morbid – I agree with you! Jumping isn’t the scary part, nor is it the thing that stops most of us from trying. It’s the fear of what’ll happen once we jump. I’m a sucker for the unknown. I love the adventure. 🙂
Oh! I didn’t mean to imply anything less than rapt attention for your words – or that because they were typed quickly, they were anything but deep.
And anyone who bothered to chew on my words might end up… still hungry?
R… I chew on your words. But I am always hungry, so I can’t be a part of the control group. ha ha
Hi there girl friend, sorry for the delayed reply! Would love to say its because i’ve been on a adventure, but alas its due to work, and finishing off my uni teaching course. All work and no play makes Jo a dull girl Ha ! Ha. How come you are moving back to LA, and how was your travels?
Luv Joanne x