Proper Pride

Keep Moving Forward.

2009-09-17T15:01:00.000-07:00

“Around here, however, we don’t look backwards for very long. We keep moving forward, opening up new doors and doing new things… and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.”

- Walt Disney

I recently watched Meet the Robinsons, which was a pretty strange movie that had this quote by Walt Disney at the end. The overall theme was very clear though. Make a mistake, pick yourself back up, learn from it, and keep moving forward. I appreciated this movie for the message it gave. I've made a lot of mistakes in the past and all that I can do now is to pray to the Heavenly Lord for forgiveness and the strength to keep moving forward. I have a blessed life with a strong family unit and great friends. Thank you Lord for a happy life. I will try my best to continue to grow in your name.

"Never say never. Because limits like fears, are often just an illusion."

-Michael Jeffrey Jordan

Keep Moving Forward.

-Phil

9/10/09

2009-09-10T13:31:00.000-07:00

Hey all!

I really wanted to keep this updated, but I've been super busy!

I can't believe the summer is over already and we're into the last half of the year! It's gone by so quickly. This year so far has been a roller coaster ride and I'm trying my best to stay on track. School has been pretty chill. Finally did well in all my classes and stayed focus all the way through. Those that know me personally know that this is a great personal feat of mine.

This summer I was able to spend a vacation with my family on the east coast of the U.S. I seriously love NYC. The fast paced life style is one of a kind and I LOVE using the public transportation. You get to just take the ride, chill, and listen to your iPod. Dope times with the fam fsho! and P.S. To you philly heads ... Geno's > Pat's

Performed and had projects for some pretty big events. I had my first Carnival set on August 26th, which was a collabo with Jun Quemado. Had some dope dancers involved in it such as:

Ellen Kim - Lost Kids

Janene Garner - Lost Kids

Julio Morales - Lost Kids

Rocko Luciano - Boxcuttahs

Tracy Seiler - Cookies

Darryl Belarmino - Formerly FORMALity

Krystal Meraz - Lost Kids

Dom Byrd - Cookies

Heather Lee - Neverland

Myself and Jun Quemado

Such a dope experience and I hope to have my own set in Carnival sometime soon! :]

On September 6th I was fortunate enough to have an opportunity to have my own project in a show for the Make A Wish Foundation presented by Outreach Through Dance. This show was AMAZING. It probably was the most rewarding show I have ever participated in as a dancer. My project was a tribute to my lost family members within the past year. To my Grandpa and to my cousin Kara Franco. It was such a blessing to be able to pay homage to them and pay my respects. What made it even more meaningful was that a majority of my family was able to witness and share the experience with me, and the cast also consisted of dancers that I have been working with since I began as a dancer. The OTD show was probably the highlight of my dance career. I try my best to thank God everyday for blessing me with the ability to express myself through such an outlet.

Starting The end of October, I'm going to be traveling to teach again. Hopefully I'll end up somewhere near YOU! I'll stay updated on my next destinations..

I felt like I had so much more to say, but this ended up getting pretty lengthy already anyway. I'll update with pictures and stuff later. Till next time!

-Phil

Long Day

2009-05-23T20:45:00.000-07:00

Today was a long day but I had so much fun. The show that I got flown out to be a part of was amazing. It was a refreshing change of pace from those competitions out in Cali. This show was really one of a kind. There was a street fighter act, and you know how I'm so into that right now. I actually wish I could get some sf4 time in right now. A Power rangers act, some mock skit of American Idol and ABDC that we got to be "judges" for. Idk, it was just fun. I did realize how much I miss performing. I did get a chance to share the stage with some of the dopest dancers/people (Kyle, Ellen, and Jun) but it wasn't like a full on show. We did some solo pieces and that was it. I'm itching for more that's for sure!

I can't wait to choreograph again. It's been a while since I've actually been able to put down some fresh ideas. Just ready to grow and become better. Besides that I want to play ball!! Justin bought me some bball shoes about 2 months ago and I've only been able to use them once. GRRRRR!! Anyways. Till next time!

-Phil

Getting Started

2009-05-22T22:53:00.000-07:00

I'm gonna start updating this thing more. It's a good way to keep a journal of my ever so busy life. K bye!