Back on Track

So I've realized that I've been straying from the original intended purpose for this blog. This blog was intended to inform you all of the trials and tribulations of an aspiring DJ, but has turned into an online journal. I'm bringing it back on track now. So for all the other stuff you can now visit wenlaw.blogspot.com.

I'm in the process of switching computers with my father so I haven't been able to record any sets or put any beats together recently. I can't wait to have a permanent puter. The one I have now is a loaner from my dad. Once I have that set up I need to get my ass in gear and start recording again.

Still no word from the TO promoter. There's still time but I'm definately losing some faith in that idea. Hopefully I'll catch someone's attention some other time.

I went to go see a very talented Hip Hop group play on Wednesday night called 'Toolshed'. There were 3 rappers, a guitar player, a drummer, a bass, and best of all they had a scratch DJ! They gave me a great idea to remix some of their stuff into breaks tracks. The vocals in some of the tracks sounded awesome and would sound great with some breaks. I'll have to contact them and see what they think of this idea.

If they are gung-ho about this idea it will definately add to my already large list of things to do that will further my DJing career. Here it is thus far:

-Create djwendylaw.com website.
-Design and print business cards.
-Record and distribute demo cd.
-Practice as much as possible.
-Play in public as much as possible
-Make/Remix music.

It definately takes a lot of hard work, dedication and time management to do all of this while working a full time job and maintain a satisfactory social life.

If I can do all of this in the next few months than I know I'll be ready to go back to school in July.

I guess we'll have to see now won't we?!

:^)

Friday, December 23, 2005

Okay, so I haven't been completely open about everything going on in my life lately to protect the people around me. But since my personal life is an open book I thought I'd share this with you all.

I got home from work today to this letter. I thought at first that it was a letter left for me from a friend in the building, wishing me a Happy Holiday or some shit. But it turns out I was completely wrong. I haven't stopped laughing since.

This might give you a better explaination as to why I had such a GREAT morning....hahahaha....

Friday, December 23, 2005

GREAT morning!

Despite all the drama surrounding me this holiday season I am in a FANTASTIC mood!

Snowboarding season is here, I'm spending some time with family members I haven't seen in years, and best of all, super exciting and new things are happening for me!

I need to spread some of this cheer before I get stuck with a perma-smile....

:^)

Happy Holidays Everyone!

Wednesday, December 21, 2005

Happy Birthday Mom. Mind you she'll probably never even read this. It's the thought that counts I guess.

I most definately had a weird day yesterday. Weird in a good way. I managed to cut some strings, but it seems that every time I cut a string, a new one appears. I was told last night that this is the way London works. Especially for a born-and-raised here gal like me. Things are always moving, people are always coming and going. It's hard to be still, even just for a moment.

So I put partial blame on this city for my lack of discipline, commitment and concentration.

I hardly got anything done during my vacation. The only project I was able to finish was a scarf that I'd started last year for my cousin. Jeez, I can't even finish a simple project like a scarf from start to finish, how am I supposed to go back to school?

As much as I'd miss everyone here, I can't wait to get the hell out of here and start moving forward with my life. I feel like I'm stuck here and I don't understand why...

I'm not particularly close with my family. I'm not working a serious DJing gig here, just the odd Spotlight and radio appearance. I'm not in a relationship with anyone. I don't own a house or a car. I have friends here that I'd miss, but friendships come and go, the close one's would keep in touch anyways. The only thing I have a huge emotional attachment to is my dog, Madison. She could be a huge reason why I'm still here.

Regardless, I know that as long as I am here I can't get my 'ducks in a line'. So that's another step I'd have to take, getting out of London. The where's and how's still need to be figured out. The hard part is going to be making myself sit still for a while to figure this stuff out...

:^)

Tuesday, December 20, 2005

Okay. So the drama I mentioned in my previous entry has nothing to do with the promoter not contacting me, you never know, he still might. In fact, that's the last thing on my mind.

It seems as though a lot of people are going through some serious issues right now. Issues involving relationships, family, and money. We all have issues, however minor they may be, but it seems as though all of the people closest to me are going through life-altering issues this holiday season. I have to say that for the most part everyone's handling these issues a hellofa lot better than I would've imagined. Which is great since I definately have a few of my own to deal with.

I mentioned in a previous entry that I would rather be cut from someone's life than be strung along for the ride. I've decided that life just doesn't work this way. If you want something done, you most definately have to do it yourself. Life is too short to be wasted. It's not a hard thing to decide who is worth your time and who isn't.

Most people know me to be the 'brutally-honest-type'. Which has it's pros and cons. But let's not get off topic here.

I know way too many people in this city and have way too many things to do on a daily basis. It's in my nature to want to do everything, and hang out with everyone, but in reality I don't have the time. So first things first, cut some strings....

I know this will give me more time to pursue my goals and definately help me bring balance to my hectic life.

Monday, December 19, 2005

Happy fucking holidays. That's enough about that.

It's been 5 days since I played at Spotlight. Still no word from promoter. Starting to let that idea go.

Somehow not surprised that this time of year brings on the most drama. Not shit I'd like to deal with right now, but I guess I have to. Not complaining...just stating.

Funny how the three records I purchased on Saturday make everything all better. 'A massage for your ears' someone once told me. Purchasing records is therapeutic for me.

Contrary to Ray's beliefs I am NOT an addict....

yet....

:^)

Friday, December 16 (early in the am)

It's kindof nice to have goals to look forward to. Especially exciting one's that will make me happy once they are achieved. Funny how a goal or even a plan was the last thing on my mind these past few years. Until April 28th, 2005 that is. The first day I touched a record. That's when all the planning began. Actually, let's not call these plans since plans are made to be broken. These are more like steps. Steps that will get me to where I so desperately want to be....
1-Pay off all debt as quickly as possible. (How this is going to happen still has to be determined)
2-Practice/Record/Play records as often as possible to establish myself as a DJ.
3-Collect money for school. (Using many different methods)
4-Attend 9-month Diploma Program in Vancouver, BC while continuing to DJ on weekends.
5-Attend one more year at Queen Margaret University in the UK to complete Degree Program. Again, while continuing to build a reputable DJ status.

But first things first. I absolutely need to shake myself from this work, play, work, play lifestyle I've grown so accustomed to. I need to get some real work done now. How I'm going to do that, I don't know. What I do know is that there are way too many distractions here and now that will make this first step extremely difficult for an assumptive 'Adult ADD' sufferer such as myself.

Too many distractions = no time to get real, personal development work done = no goals achieved.

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Personal Need #10 - Shake Myself from Old Habit

To recap, my personal needs were as such:

1-Social Interaction
2-Keeping Everything Light-Hearted
3- Sense of Security
4- Playing and Getting Paid For It
5- Freedom and Independence
6- Assurance
7- Perfection
8- Having Everyone Shine Along With Me
9-Keeping Busy

So if Personal Need #10 is to shake myself from old habit than wouldn't that make all of these other needs null and void?

It's recently dawned on me that I'd have to sacrifice every one of these personal needs in one way or another in order to shake myself from my old habits. I don't really have the time to explain how, but I know it has to be done.

Life always gets a little more complicated before becoming simple again.

:^)

Thursday, December 15th, 2005 (early in the am)

Just got home after playing at Spotlight. I'm feeling a lot more comfortable playing out now especially after doing the radio show. I had some good friends come out to support tonight which was really nice. If they weren't there I might not have even played. But we won't get into that drama of a story. Not my issue. Regardless...

I'm super happy about my set tonight. Other than one record that kept on skipping, I was happy with the turnout and my mixes. No complaints, all compliments. One girl even said I played her favorite song which made her night. I dedicated it to her since it was her birthday, which was cool cuz she didn't even have to request it. Weird how things work out. She kept on telling me I made her night, but in reality, she made playing tonight worth it for me just by telling me that. And to top off the ego boost even more, she was dying for a cd. I'll get her a copy of the radio show when I go there next week. That was the sweetest thing anyone's ever told me after a set.

I don't want to get too excited about it yet but there was a promoter there tonight who wanted to book me for a party in Toronto. This party is 'supposedly' happening January 28th. I left him my e-mail so we'll see if they contact me or not.

DJ Wendy Law - Toronto Breaks DJ?! I could get used to that....

:^)

Sunday, December 11, 2005

I'm glad I decided not to drink myself into oblivion last night.

I originally planned a 'holiday potluck'. But since I don't have much restraint in inviting people it kindof turned into a Holiday Party. There was great food, great people and even party favours. I have to say it was a huge success. Everyone had a great time. Here's the proof:


Mindy-Isn't she just so cute. I just wanna eat her..I mean, uhhhhhh............













Ray thinks everybody's out to get him. Maybe it's the paranoia settling in...
















And when I got sick of doing shit, I made my guests do it. Here's Ryan speeding up the chocolate fondue.
Mmmmmmm.....fondue....


















And Jimmy on the decks...













Me after a few liquor-filled chocolates...




I definately need to give a shout out to everybody who showed up. Thanks for coming to celebrate the holidays......the DJ Wendy Law way!

Saturday, December 10, 2005 (not as early in the am..but still early)

I just finished playing my set on CHRW. I was pretty nervous once I started playing. Good thing I didn't mess up too bad. I really concentrated on keeping every mix super tight. Ray recorded it for me so I can't wait to hear it. Ray's words about my set were, "One bad mix, one bad record, other than that I liked the rest of the set." Then he proceeded to say, "I'm scared to battle you Wendy Law. You'd kick my ass." Okay, he didn't say that, but I know he was thinking it....hahahahahaha....

Anyways, I don't have to work much in the next couple weeks so hopefully I'll be able to get some more DJ work done.



Here's me playing my first ever radio show! It was definately grand...

Saturday, December 10th, 2005 (early in the am)

Party night at my place, Saturday night. We'll get back to that later.

First thing's first.

To update you all on the Casey story, Animal Care and Control did stop by Casey's home and take a statement. We're all very confident that she will be okay...for now. While we wait.

THIRD POINT, to be had. Evil neighbor lady was lying. She has a small bruise on her hip. Decided to report it 3 days later. If this was such an issue, why on earth was it reported 3 days later?

Hmmm....I wonder about the mean people sometimes. What their logic is. And their level of intelligence.

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I am right now sitting and waiting for my set to be heard at the CHRW Radio Station 94.7 or 94.9 (I don't think they can make up their minds...). I'll be playing at around 3:00am for an hour set. Nervous? Not really, I'm just gonna do what I have to do and not worry about it.

What will happen on the decks tonight will happen regardless if I worry or not so why waste that energy?

I'll have pics for you ASAP.

Around London and surrounding area? I'll be playing at the Spotlight Nightclub next Wednesday, December 14th at around 10:30. It's the bi-weekly Jungle night there but I will be pulling out a fresh set of breaks to get everyone going. (Yes, I did make another TO trip today, then Yoga, then Climbing-didn't last too long there)

Which brings me to now, I'm waiting to play my first radio set. Should I ask for luck or should it come find me? Hmmmm...

Those of you who are just joining us, this is really the story of my life, as I see it. While taking the necesarry steps to complete and utter happiness. Isn't that what we all seek?

Tuesday, December 6th, 2005

Just as rules are made to be broken, plans are made to be cancelled or changed. Nothing I had planned out this past weekend worked out for me....but meh...'Que sera, sera' right?

The radio show got postponed until next month because one of the turntables broke and it couldn't be fixed in time. I'll keep you all posted.

There is a current matter that is far more important and requires far more attention than anything else right now. Here goes...

My best friend Mindy has a 'mutt' named Casey. On Friday morning, a mean neighbor, who doesn't like any dog no matter how sweet they are, decided to file a report on Casey. It turns out that Casey's leash came undone when she was going to say hi to this lady. She started smacking Casey in the face to try and get her away so Casey nipped her in the butt. Since Casey was registered as a 'Pitt Bull', (which we've recently discovered that she is not), and there are new breed specific legislations in place against pitt bulls, there is the possibility that she will be taken away from her loving home and placed in a kennell for observation. When I say observation, it basically means that they are going to observe her behaviour and decide whether or not to have her put down. I am extremely confident in saying this WILL NOT happen.

FIRST of all, how would you react to a lady smacking you in the face?

Now you have to understand Casey. In her four years in this cruel world, she's never been put in a kennell, she's always been in the comfort of her home. She's been bit by 4 or 5 other dogs and has never bitten back. She's such a suck that she sleeps with her parents every night. She's been away from them no more than a total of two weeks in her entire life. So this brings me to my point...

Second of all, how do you think a puppy such as Casey would react being locked up in a kennel, being 'observed' by a bunch of strangers, and having a bunch of other dogs barking all around her?

So needless to say we've got a battle on our hands. Since I'm aunt Wendy, I've had the pleasure of having Casey over at my place for the time being. And since the roommate is a completely irrational, uncompassionate, paranoid ball of stress, having Casey over has been a battle on it's own.

Good thing there have been many more people who want to help and show support than not.

Here's a picture of the mutter, formerly known as the pitter.

Casey Madison and Shadow, three truly amazing dogs.




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