Happy Anniversary

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She was the only girl I got nervous about kissing for the first time (she kissed me first haha) and 14 years later we are still side by side. She keeps my wild ways at bay. It's been a long winding road, but every turn has been worth it.

Thanks for believing in me, when no-one did.

The biggest happy anniversary to my best friend and wife Jodie!

Fergie

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I had the pleasure of kickin' it with my homie Fergie on Monday. Many would say that he was one of the best ball players to come out of the Eastern Suburbs. I shared the court with him for the majority of my teenage years and I still fear his defence to this day (I may have been rejected by him, more than a few times). Despite his freakish talents, he always remained the most humble player on the court. He would bury shot after shot, with not even a glimpse of arrogance. He also had a nurturing soft spot for the amateur players, always passing the ball when they were positioned for the open shot, which he'd always follow with encouragement, whether they sinked or missed it. This speaks volumes about his character. 

The days of punishing ourselves on the asphalt are over, but it was good to reconnect with it again. Our skills might be a little rusty (Fergie occasionally misses), but the love is still there.

Monday was an important day for us. The days will get better brother.

Little brother

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It's been an absolute honour to see this kid grow over the past few years. I've seen him at his best and I've seen him at his worst, but either way we grew together. The future is bright little brother. Go get what's owed.

Playoffs

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As a kid, playoff season was the most exciting time of my life. In the driveway of my Croydon home, I'd emulate my favourite players for hours on end. The basketball court was my escape/saviour. Years later and I still haven't lost excitement for the game.

Brother Sam

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This is Bother Sam, me and my wife met him while we were in Sydney just over a week ago. Brother Sam wants to open up an office with the vision of simply helping people. We talked for around half an hour and he hugged us many times saying "We are all one and we should help each other". I hope someone gives you that office Brother Sam, there should be more people like you in the world.

Black Saturday

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6 years ago today, my whole life changed. On 7th February 2009, my dad lost his house and the love of his life to the Black Saturday bushfires. The years have gotten a little harsher leading up to this day. It was a scorching hot day and I was having some drinks in the city with friends, when I received a phone call saying that bushfires were running rampant around Victorias regional towns and they may strike King Lake (where my dad lived). At the time of the phone call, it didn’t seem like a big risk, as many areas were potential threats. I decided to leave anyways and start making my way to my sisters house (as all roads to King Lake were closed due to fire warnings). Dad had been in contact with us and he said that he and Mark would leave if the warnings rose to emergency status.

By the time I had reached my sisters, the fire was a serious threat to King Lake, we tried to contact my dad, but the phones were completely out of order. I was listening to the ABC emergency radio for quite a few hours and throughout the afternoon they advised that King Lake had been struck by a really vicious bushfire. I think I called the Red Cross about 30 times leading into the night, they were trying to be as helpful as possible, but the whole situation was so chaotic. I stayed up all night listening to the ABC emergency radio and the only news reported was that the King Lake death toll was rising… To be honest, I thought that one of the statistics was going to be my Dad, but I wasn’t about to give up hope completely.

I stayed up all night bearing the brunt of the emotional roller coaster. I received a call from the Red Cross at 7:30am… they said that my dad was alive and he had been taken to a hospital near by. I woke everyone up and we drove straight to the hospital frantically. When we arrived, dad was in shock… all he could say through watery eyes, was ‘Mark is gone, I know that he is dead’, even though it had not been officially confirmed, the love of my Dad’s life was gone. Out of respect to Marks family, I will not divulge any other details regarding his death, but it was a tragedy that could not have been prevented.

Along with the love of his life, Dad lost many of his friends to the fire and he described the experience as walking through the gates of hell. He vows to never return to King Lake.

Black Saturday has been documented as one of the worst natural disasters in Australian history. Many people lost their lives, possessions, pets and loved ones on 7th February 2009, Spare a thought for them today.

This is the first film I ever pieced together, I was actually the first time I recorded anything on my first camera.

I’m going to try to not stay in bed for the rest of the day.

I'm releasing a film soon

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I just sent my latest film off for music composition. I can't wait for you all to see it! It's been a while in between films, lets just say it has been a life changing year (those that are close know the deal). Thanks to everyone that has supported me this year, I hope I will do you proud over the next twelve months.

For Louis

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My friend Louis is burying one of his close homies today. Last week, we recorded/filmed a tribute video (below). My condolences to his friend and his friends loved ones. Please wish Louis all the best for today, death is something you never get used to.

6 years

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Today marks the day of 6 years of marriage to a very special lady. Many years ago she changed my life around for the better and she continues to be my best friend. She is always in my corner and I appreciate everyday I get spend with her (even when she turns in the Tyrannosaurus Rex when a uni assignment is due). Thanks for making me a better man Jodie Hood. I love you heaps!

Congratulations

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I've literally been through hell and back with this man. We walked very similar paths and through some of the most challenging situations, he has always remained a true and loyal comrade. Many of us never thought we would reach greener pastures, but today we are still standing. I took this photo a few weeks ago at his baby girls first birthday. Me and the homies are so proud of him. Standing by your close friends through absolutely anything is a real test of character. It's how friends become family.

I love you brother.

Lost in almost

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I told my love to risk it all,She grins like we are far from here,
Our eyes catch and we are serenaded by the sound of human breath,
One step closer and our insecurities are dethroned, We kiss to the sounds of our hearts feud, Our hands glide through eachothers skin, until our shivers become oppressive, Our limbs go to places where lust resides, I run circles around her lips, And she runs circles around my mind, The power struggle intertwines, A battle for authority is left to the cunning, A contest for the strategic, She wins, I lose. She rises triumphant, Riding on the pleasures of familiar territory, But complacency is not a game of mine, We are not complete until we reach the edge of time, A place where our minds are euphoric and our bodies are one, I pick up the keys, but I chose not to start the engine, She has lost direction, She grasps to feel connected again, I let off a cheeky grin and she reciprocates, I grip her and she falls to putty, The key turns and we head for the place where our spirits will wed, We drive through the sea, we drive through the sun, With each glimpse of bliss, we drive faster, The scene ignites places she has never been, Living in the subconscious and never wanting to leave, But these moments are short lived, We fall out of the vehicle, Onto the the road of insecurity again.