Life As Dalton

Oh Great!

2011-05-06T16:15:00.000-07:00

Here is a great story. Another adventure in the book known as my life. On May third. A day before I was to board a plane back to Minnesota, I lost my wallet on a bus in Los Angeles. Yes. I left my entire wallet, complete with my debit cards, and licence, on a Los Angeles bus a mere day before I had to board a plane.
After being on the phone for at least a hour with Metro Transit. It was decided that my wallet was officially lost, as it had not been found by any of the drivers. Hooray for potential identity fraud.
Furthermore, getting on a plane was near impossible. After telling TSA my story, they gave me the "yeah right" look, and proceeded to put me through every security measure possible. EXCEPT the ever-popular cavity search. I was spared of that. Haha.

But, it was all worth it, because I am now back at St. Thomas with friends! I cannot wait to see all of you.

Good News. At last.

2011-05-03T01:24:00.000-07:00

Good news friends and followers. This kid has a job interview. Finally! I will be waking up quite early tomorrow morning, well in a bout six hours, hopping on a bus, and interviewing for a position! So, send your good vibes my way, and wish me luck!

Wax Museum.

2011-04-30T15:40:00.001-07:00

Today, all I wanted to do was go to a wax museum, and take photos with fake celebrities. But nobody would go with me, and I did not want to be lame. So I did not go.

BLOG POST OVER.

Finding Marilyn Monroe.

2011-04-30T01:34:00.000-07:00

On August 8, 1962, Marilyn Monroe was interred in a crypt at Corridor of Memories #24, at the Westwood Village Memorial Park Cemetery in Westwood, Los Angeles. Joe DiMaggio, to whom she was most recently married, took control of the funeral arrangements which consisted of only thirty-one close family and friends. Police were present to keep the press away. Her casket was solid bronze; lined with champagne colored silk. She was wearing her favorite green Emilio Pucci dress; and in her hands she held a small bouquet of pink teacup roses.

On April 30, 2010, I too entered the Corridor of Memories; viewing plot twenty-four.

Something I have longed to do for quite some time.

What an experience. With a single plague, displaying only her name, her tomb puts a rather damper spin on her illustrious life. However, it is beautiful in a simple way.

Upon seeing her name, I felt a strange feeling in my stomach. I felt as though there was nowhere else I was supposed to be at this given moment. To top that off, without reason, my iPod shuffled to the song, "Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend." Which, of course, if famously preformed by Marilyn. For those of you have not heard it, follow the link. Words cannot explain what I felt at that moment. I sat down, soaking everything in, and suddenly felt very empowered.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PluRW3_FEt0

Not many people recognize Marilyn Monroe for what she truly was. An extraordinarily talented model, poet, actress, singer, and performer. Most commonly she is known for her "sex-symbol" status, but she was so much more.

"I Wanna Be Loved By You."-From the movie, Some Like It Hot

Perhaps Elton John said it best when he wrote the song, Candle In The Wind, for Marilyn.

"Your candle burned out long before your legend ever did."

And WHO could forget the extremely sexy, taboo performance she gave for President Kennedy?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH3oOVKt0WI&feature=related

"I just want to be wonderful...."-Marilyn Monroe

And she was.

A couple quotes:

"I believe that everything happens for a reason. People change so that you can learn to let go, things go wrong so that you appreciate them when they're right, you believe lies so you eventually learn to trust no one but yourself, and sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together."

"I want to grow old without facelifts. I want to have the courage to be loyal to the face I have made."

"It's better to be hated for what you are, than to be loved for what you are not."

"I used to think as I looked out on the Hollywood night — there must be thousands of girls sitting alone like me, dreaming of becoming a movie star. But I'm not going to worry about them. I'm dreaming the hardest."

"A man who can't handle me at my worst doesn't deserve me at me best."

Marilyn Monroe once said, "We should all start to live before we get too old. Fear is stupid. So are regrets." Life without fear. Life without regret. Is there a better way to be? Think about it. Live your life. Do the things you want before it is too late. And most importantly, do not let anything stand in your way.

O, Time...
Be Kind.
Help this weary being
To forget what is sad to remember-
Loose my loneliness.
Ease my mind,
While you eat my flesh.-Marilyn Monroe
Life does not go on forever. At some point, it will end. And when it does, I want to look back on it, and be proud of the things I have done, the places I've been, the things I have seen. -Dalton Kirk

Don't Let The Good Times Pass You By...

2011-04-27T16:48:00.000-07:00

Today I have taken a huge step in my life. Today, I have made a huge decision that will shape my life in whichever way I allow it.
Today began like any other; I woke up, showered, got dressed, did my hair; you know, the usual things. Then, I proceeded to hop on a bus, and find my way to an apartment showing I had set up for the day.
When I arrived at the apartment complex, I was hit with an overwhelming sense of innocence. Here I was, a small-town, otherwise Minnesota boy; at the helm of my life; skating on the brink of success, or failure. As I entered the building, I was filled with mixed feelings. I was starting a brand new life. One without concrete plans, without mass friend crowds, without a job. I was starting over. I AM starting over. Beginning anew. I am scared. But at the same time, I am filled with overwhelming excitement. This is MY life. I am taking control, and making it what I want it to be. Honestly, what can feel better than that? What can be better than the having the feeling that you are "on top of the world."
I met with the leasing agent, and began the walk to what could quite possibly be my future home. He turned the key and opened the door. What I saw before me, left me in awe. From the window in the apartment living room, I could see the mountains; I could see the Hollywood sign; Los Angeles laid out before me. I was at a shortage of words. What I was looking at was something you would expect to see on a postcard, not in real life! What I was looking at, was, my home.

(A view quite similar to this one!)

I pictured myself sitting in this apartment late at night, vigorously finishing my homework. I saw myself hosting parties, and having friends over; saw myself cooking in the kitchen (Well, using the microwave in the kitchen). In that moment, I made a crazy decision. I wanted this apartment. I wanted the view. I wanted the bright living room in which I felt so much inspiration.

I now find myself at a coffee shop on Wilshire Boulevard. Filling out an application for this apartment. This is my home. This is where I belong. And although I do not have everything figured out yet, I know everything will work out. This is where I want to be; where I want to continue my life, my education, and my career.

"You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one. I hope someday that you'll join us.

-John Lennon

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-EhI0DTvaM&feature=grec_index

As performed by my girl, Lady Gaga.

Follow your dreams; find yourself. Otherwise, what are they but dreams? Make your life what you want it to be. DO NOT settle for anything less that was you see as perfect. Put yourself where you want to be in live. And by all means, make it work.

Thank you guys so much for following me on this journey through life. I hope you continue to support me, and stay in contact while I try to find myself in this world. I love each and every one of you.

This is my life, and I'm making the most of it.

BIttersweet.

2011-04-19T15:28:00.000-07:00

Today marks the end of a chapter in my life. Today is the first day I have NOT officially been a student at the University of Saint Thomas; no longer a Tommie. It is bittersweet. My time at St. Thomas were fantastic. Filled with freshman parties, the meeting of new friends, and the ups and downs of college life. I miss everything about this period in my life. My friends, family, campus life, even the cafeteria we all seemed to dread. However, there is nothing I will miss more than my roommates. My crazy, diverse roommates.
Before college, I never had so many people who were willing to literally "have my back" in any given situation. These people were, of course, my best friends; in other words, my roommates. I will eternally miss our shower parties, our group facebook sessions, and of course, the nights where we would stay up until 5 AM watching random movies. The time I spent with these people will never be forgotten or taken for granted. Barracks boys for life.
With every chapter closed, another is opened. I find myself the writer on these blank pages. Plunking out words that will shape my life in the months, and years, to come. My life will now be what I make of it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WM7-PYtXtJM

Looking back at my life, I will miss the things I once knew, but I will always remember the things that have shaped me, and made me the seemingly spontaneous person I am today.....
"Well I've been afraid of changing cause I built my life around you, but time makes you bolder; and I'm getting older too....."-Fleetwood Mac

My continued gratitude to all those in my life.

Call Me Crazy. Whatever.

2011-04-18T17:55:00.000-07:00

So call me crazy; call it dumb, whatever. But just recently, I have been getting into star readings and horoscopes. Who knows why. I'm finding them to be increasingly accurate. Here is mine from today. The link; a list of my characteristics. Tell me if you think they are fitting, and for fun, WHY you think they are fitting....

http://www.iloveindia.com/astrology/sun-signs/taurus/index.html

This could be a very superficial day. It may not be possible for you to penetrate to anything remotely meaningful. Perhaps there is a sense of the artificial, the repetitive or the senseless. Some sort of temporary obstacle may appear. You may feel that you just are not able to get beneath the surface. This will not bother you for much longer as there is no such thing as the word no to you. You find yourself discovering the answers you need. Some good solid gossip will keep you busy with neighbors later this afternoon. You could be a stand-up comedian with your rapid tongue-in-cheek deliveries. After you have taken care of those excruciatingly boring chores and listed items you will be able to enjoy a little relaxation this evening; put your feet up.

So. This has basically defined my day. Well, not basically. Thoroughly. Today I slept until three o'clock in the afternoon. For no apparent reason. I just felt the urge to stay in bed listening to music. And since then, I have done nothing worth meaning. I got coffee, went for a walk, and now find myself blogging.
Today I found out three of the apartment complexes I have been looking at just leased all their available rooms. Obstacle? Yeah. I think so. But as my horoscope says, it will be temporary. I will just have to find other places!

As you can probably tell, there is really no point to this blog entry, just some random thought that shine a little light on my current mindset. My seemingly crazy mindset. Ha.

Also, to those of you who do not know, I am planning a trip home to visit. ONLY to visit. I have full intentions of returning to
California. I will be flying home May 4th. And staying until a day before my birthday, May 10th. I cannot wait to see all my friends, and have a fun week with them.

I love you, my little followers. I'm going to do something drastic, and therefore make this blog more interesting before long. You just wait.

Where the HELL am I living?

2011-04-08T00:42:00.000-07:00

Today began much like any other regular day; waking up to two hot men in my room, while I lay half naked in my bed. I awoke to them looking around my room. Unfortunately, they were not looking for me. Not at all. For the past couple days, my new roommates have been showing people around the house, in hopes someone will show interest in renting it for the upcoming year. Starting next month. Which would explain the men in my room. Darn (P.S. As much as I'd enjoy it, I've never began my day like that, just so we're clear...).

Men aside, I got to thinking. Where the hell am I going to live?! This renting situation meant that I would be without a home in just three short weeks. Homeless. Needless to say, I spent the next six hours, busily researching apartment complexes in the Los Angeles area. It's come time to smash all my piggy-banks. Living in L.A. is not going to be cheap. But, I progressively anticipate making the best out of it!

I have set up two apartment showings, possibly more before the night is over, for tomorrow.
Perhaps I will take some photos, and let you guys decide for me!
1.http://www.swelgroup.com/stAndrews.htm
2.http://www.theversaillesapartments.com/gallery.php

These are the two I have planned so far. Take a look, let me know what you think!

Love, hugs, glitter-filled kisses. Hope your day is lovely.

New Blog. New Life.

2011-04-05T15:49:00.000-07:00

Drinking coffee always reminds me of my family. No idea why. Perhaps it's all those family vacations we took; sharing coffee in the mornings. Anyway, I guess that is why I find myself wondering, as I fill my body with caffeinated goodness, how my family is going to react to my current life choices.

You see, very recently, I made a huge decision. A decision that affected, and will continue to affect, every aspect of my life. It all started when I purchased a plane ticket to Los Angeles for Spring Break. I had plans to stay for a week, visiting a friend, and then return to my life in Minnesota as I knew it. Well, somewhere in the middle of that, a grand idea of me staying in Los Angeles was hatched.......and executed. So, I withdrew from my Midwestern college, located in Saint Paul, quit my jobs, and most likely: destroyed my life.

My name is Dalton Kirk. And this is the ongoing blog of my life adventures in California. It will be interesting, no doubt; you may want to stick around. I now find myself living in the converted garage of a house occupied by four random women, without a job(and therefore, without steady income), without many friends, but ultimately, in LA......to stay. Life couldn't be better..........