The Journey Continues…

I envisioned an EPIC return to my blog. Epic like Sam Smith’s and Kim Petras’ recent performance of “Unholy” at the 2023 Grammys (Or “satanic” as right-wing Republicans called it and how their performance was another reason why they need to eradicate the queer community asap….I’m digressing.)

Then, I ran across a tweet from Grammy and Emmy winner Lizzo that Steven Canals re-tweeted. Steven Canals is the creator of the ground-breaking Emmy and Golden Globe-winning series, “Pose.” I follow him, and the timing of what they both wrote could not have been more perfect. Lizzo tweeted:

Ok… last thing. Can I say IM SO PROUD OF MY VOCALS!!! Like… I been working on my voice for the last couple years… some people think I’m a born singer but I’m a rapper first!

I wanna thank God & my vocal coach for getting me here 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/tvG6fzqpXD

— FOLLOW @YITTY (@lizzo) February 6, 2023

Steven responded with:

The way this tweet speaks to me. Since Pose ended I’ve been working on my writing. Strengthening & refining my craft so when the next show drops I’m equally as proud.

*Don’t forget that being an artist/creative is a journey that never ends. Thanks for the reminder @lizzo ❤️ https://t.co/Wnqq8bKMdw

— Steven Canals (@StevenCanals) February 7, 2023

Their messages were so simple. Just keep showing up. Keep doing the work. Keep getting better. Keep getting better for yourself. The journey continues. That simple. I don’t need fireworks or the trumpets of the last judgement to herald my return to blogging. Just get back in and share my journey again.

My journey continues like it always has. It has continued even while my blog went dormant. It has continued during a global pandemic. It has continued during worldwide protests for racial equality and justice. It has continued during threats to our democracy and the voting process in the United States.

At the beginning of every year, I create a Declaration Of Independence (aka a business plan) in terms of my focus for the year. And each time, I realize that the journey continues. I’m always seeking to learn, grow, and get better.

It’s why I knew I had to come back to Scene Study class at the Richard Lawson Studios.

It’s why I knew I had to resurrect my blog. Chasing The George highlights the journey I am on to have the artistic career I want. I also share lessons I have learned along the way, plus advice that has helped me and countless others. Knowledge is wonderful, and I love giving it away.

Thank you to my teacher and mentor, Richard Lawson, for encouraging me to create this blog in 2015 because I am an example of “walking the walk.” You have taught me that the journey continues as well.

Thank you to my wonderful friend, Lindsay Hopper, for always asking me when I would return to Scene Study. You have taught me that the journey continues as well.

Thank you to my incredible partner, Chris Beber, for always asking me when I would return to Chasing The George. You have taught me that the journey continues as well.

So, I’m back! This blog is about my artistic journey and I want to continue chronicling it. This blog is part of my accountability. This blog is part of my inspiration.

Welcome aboard, and see you every Sunday morning!