As I've stated before, I am returning to my passions of writing and comedy. As such, I do it for a number of reasons.
Probably the most obvious is self-satisfaction of knowing that I can. Secondly, it is to give back. I'd like to plan a comedy/book tour that will, yes, promote and sustain my life. BUT, at the same time, provide a means of returning back to the community at large.
I'd like to set up some venues for performing and promoting my book. The comedy is very red, white and blue. RED for those of us that embarass, WHITE for the church-going crowd and BLUE for the rest of us that recognize its all too true.
My goal is simple: enjoy living my life and while doing so, returning dollars back to worthy causes. I'm very affordable and willing to discuss just how affordable that can be. I don't have a celebrity big-head attitude because, quite frankly, I'm not big-headed. I'm just me.
Most folks find my humor a little extreme at times and others LTFAO. And then, there are others who become hypocritical and say 'I didn't know you could be so cruel' or claim its 'hideous and reflects poorly on me'. To those folks, I respect your right to feel that way, however, I totally disagree.
Want to know more, drop me a line. I'd love to discuss the opportunities that could be a big WIN for all of us. Until then, I remain,
kennyGene: a Wannabe Comic
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Monday, January 18, 2010
My many, many blessings...
I'm not sure how to even begin this, but I am thankful for so many things. My life has been extraordinarly interesting to this point. No, I haven't penned the novel of the century. No, I haven't been to the moon yet. No, I am not President of anything...yet to all of these and more...
But because of you, my faithful, I am pursuing a childhood dream...being a wannabe. My first literary attempt is on course and is due out in the late Spring. I couldn't have ever begin to accomplish that without all of you. I want to tell everyone how much I appreciate my spouse of almost 34 years for putting up with me. Not only for writing the book, but all the lame and stupid things I have done along the way. And for the many more that I am sure will follow.
ILYTTMABTMABATTSAB!!!
I also want to publicly thank my illustrator, Chris. He has seen my vision and captures it in his drawings. Stay tuned everyone, you will be hearing more about him over the next few months.
Next, there's Stot' Juru, a gifted young musician who provides me with not only beautiful music but with the inspiration to overcome all odds. He will be auditioning on AGT in late February. I sure hope he makes the cut because he definitely has TALENT! No wannabe in him, no way.
My audition, as you know, is scheduled for the end of this month. Again, to all of you, thank you for your support. I will do my best to deliver on your faith. With that in mind, I'd also like to introduce all of you to Justin, my producer and director. You will learn more about him as the days continue. Another very gifted young man.
I just wanted everyone to know how much I appreciate them as being a part of my life and I wanted each of you to know the geniuses behind this wannabe...AJ, my spouse; Chris the starving artist; Stot' the soon-to-be music sensation and Justin, the man behind the camera.
kG
But because of you, my faithful, I am pursuing a childhood dream...being a wannabe. My first literary attempt is on course and is due out in the late Spring. I couldn't have ever begin to accomplish that without all of you. I want to tell everyone how much I appreciate my spouse of almost 34 years for putting up with me. Not only for writing the book, but all the lame and stupid things I have done along the way. And for the many more that I am sure will follow.
ILYTTMABTMABATTSAB!!!
I also want to publicly thank my illustrator, Chris. He has seen my vision and captures it in his drawings. Stay tuned everyone, you will be hearing more about him over the next few months.
Next, there's Stot' Juru, a gifted young musician who provides me with not only beautiful music but with the inspiration to overcome all odds. He will be auditioning on AGT in late February. I sure hope he makes the cut because he definitely has TALENT! No wannabe in him, no way.
My audition, as you know, is scheduled for the end of this month. Again, to all of you, thank you for your support. I will do my best to deliver on your faith. With that in mind, I'd also like to introduce all of you to Justin, my producer and director. You will learn more about him as the days continue. Another very gifted young man.
I just wanted everyone to know how much I appreciate them as being a part of my life and I wanted each of you to know the geniuses behind this wannabe...AJ, my spouse; Chris the starving artist; Stot' the soon-to-be music sensation and Justin, the man behind the camera.
kG
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Countdown, time is drawing near for the...
...near event of the century. Remember, I mentioned my dream in life was to be a funnyman on TV or the President of the United States? Well...
My audition for America's Got Talent is close at hand. I met with my producer today and have things squared away there. I have the musical clip in place thanks to Stot' Juru...awesome piece my man, awesome. I have been carefully reviewing the part of the monologue I'll be using.
I don't want to blow them out of the water with the absolute best at the front end. Tough act to follow, I figure. I'm game to learn as I go. I also don't want to underwhelm them. Adam Lambert on Idol did the right thing, mean business from the get go. Stay social and personal, stay humble and appreciative and show your stuff. He's half as old as I am and far better looking but I can learn from the best of them.
AJ still thinks I'm nuts. Like I told her, you play your $1 lotto tickets and I'll take my chances here. I have said all along that if these people think some of these folks are funny, then I must be downright hysterical...granted that's only my opinion...but alot folks believe I have at least half a chance.
Have blocked out several segments already...if I am fortunate to move ahead. As I mentioned to my producer, he, my music man and I are in this together and as such, if selected, we will all be going down this road together. Even if I don't make it beyond the auditions, I am continuing with my comedy and writing. Too much has come out and there is far too much left inside this wannabe comic's body.
Mentioning body, I am on a new physical regiment. Am losing weight pretty steady now. Have started pumping my legs three times a day and trying to do some additonal PT stretches twice a day. More to come. I have had to file for the damn permanent disability and I am going to prove everyone wrong. My new best friend Mr. Cane in the Ass will not become a permanent fixture in my life.
Need to go, time for pumping. Will be back soon, take care and remember, 'stay sane'...lol folks...as I know I am NOT the picture of sanity for most of us. kG
My audition for America's Got Talent is close at hand. I met with my producer today and have things squared away there. I have the musical clip in place thanks to Stot' Juru...awesome piece my man, awesome. I have been carefully reviewing the part of the monologue I'll be using.
I don't want to blow them out of the water with the absolute best at the front end. Tough act to follow, I figure. I'm game to learn as I go. I also don't want to underwhelm them. Adam Lambert on Idol did the right thing, mean business from the get go. Stay social and personal, stay humble and appreciative and show your stuff. He's half as old as I am and far better looking but I can learn from the best of them.
AJ still thinks I'm nuts. Like I told her, you play your $1 lotto tickets and I'll take my chances here. I have said all along that if these people think some of these folks are funny, then I must be downright hysterical...granted that's only my opinion...but alot folks believe I have at least half a chance.
Have blocked out several segments already...if I am fortunate to move ahead. As I mentioned to my producer, he, my music man and I are in this together and as such, if selected, we will all be going down this road together. Even if I don't make it beyond the auditions, I am continuing with my comedy and writing. Too much has come out and there is far too much left inside this wannabe comic's body.
Mentioning body, I am on a new physical regiment. Am losing weight pretty steady now. Have started pumping my legs three times a day and trying to do some additonal PT stretches twice a day. More to come. I have had to file for the damn permanent disability and I am going to prove everyone wrong. My new best friend Mr. Cane in the Ass will not become a permanent fixture in my life.
Need to go, time for pumping. Will be back soon, take care and remember, 'stay sane'...lol folks...as I know I am NOT the picture of sanity for most of us. kG
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
FACEBOOK, here comes the blog...
Good evening everyone!
No, not Alfred Hitchcock here, just me, kennyGene. You are seeing the beginnings of my blog. I started this past November just to see what all the fuss was about. Let's just say one word...P - L - E - N - T -Y...!
Let me share with you what I consider the parameters of this blog, or for that matter, any blog: 1.) No subject is forbidden here. We have enough censure in this country as it is. While I do not condone hatred and prejudice, I do respect the rights to think and say what you will. I've said it in earlier posts on FB, "it's your right to say and think these things, but it is NOT your right to make anyone believe them". So, say what you want and watch the fireworks begin.
2.) Responsibility - here is where the catch is for that 'freedom of speech'...at least, as far as I am concerned. You can criticize as much as you want about the status quo. In turn, all I ask is that you offer your way as a better, viable option. Otherwise, to bitch to bitch is meaningless. Get the point - speak your mind, defend it and give us a choice. Like our speech, certain parties feel 'their way is the only way'. Nada!!!
3.) Respect - Many people in our world today get bent out of shape over the silliest of things. I do NOT, repeat, do NOT advocate the demeaning of ANYONE! However, throught the ages, in the arts and literatures, caricatures emerge and become stereotype. In my humor, I use this to make a point. I have only two biases that I openly tell everyone: I have absolutely no use of prejudice of ANY kind. Sex, race, class, orientation, disability...run the gamit. I accept everyone on the face value that they are a decnt, caring human being. Only until their actions prove otherwise will I change by opinion. My other fatal flaw is I haven't a place for slackers in the world. Yes, it is our right to breathe the air but it not our right to refuse to give it back in return. Greed on the corporate level is bad enough, but to think my peer would fleece the social programs because it's an easy way out. DON'T GO THERE. I adamantly believe that we all can do great things, we simply have to do them. If that means pushing a broom while reading the want ads for a better position, so be it.
4.) Freedom - Freedom isn't free. No more needs to be said. Patriotism like deomcracy takes on many forms. Just because you are opposed to the administration doesn't make you less of patriot then I am. I can remember when we protested a major roofing manufacturer in high school. The teacher took us kids that were in the environmental club and picketed their corporate headquarters on the main drag of town. It made all the local TV stations and the daily papers in the area. While the corporation didn't agree with us, they DID allow us our right to express our view. And we all lived to tell about it and still live in this country.
I've rattled on far longer than I inteneded. The point of all this and my humor is the same. Be mindful of who you are and what you read and hear. Don't be quick to judge until you know the WHOLE story. If you turn a little squeamish of things that challenge you, don't ridicule them and debunk them for treason or not being wholesome. Just look at it as another point of view. It's like the press, the TV or the internet. No one makes you read the paper. No one makes you turn on that dial and no one makes you sit at your desk and read this.
For now, I'm outta' here, living the dream, the American dream. And so should you! kG
No, not Alfred Hitchcock here, just me, kennyGene. You are seeing the beginnings of my blog. I started this past November just to see what all the fuss was about. Let's just say one word...P - L - E - N - T -Y...!
Let me share with you what I consider the parameters of this blog, or for that matter, any blog: 1.) No subject is forbidden here. We have enough censure in this country as it is. While I do not condone hatred and prejudice, I do respect the rights to think and say what you will. I've said it in earlier posts on FB, "it's your right to say and think these things, but it is NOT your right to make anyone believe them". So, say what you want and watch the fireworks begin.
2.) Responsibility - here is where the catch is for that 'freedom of speech'...at least, as far as I am concerned. You can criticize as much as you want about the status quo. In turn, all I ask is that you offer your way as a better, viable option. Otherwise, to bitch to bitch is meaningless. Get the point - speak your mind, defend it and give us a choice. Like our speech, certain parties feel 'their way is the only way'. Nada!!!
3.) Respect - Many people in our world today get bent out of shape over the silliest of things. I do NOT, repeat, do NOT advocate the demeaning of ANYONE! However, throught the ages, in the arts and literatures, caricatures emerge and become stereotype. In my humor, I use this to make a point. I have only two biases that I openly tell everyone: I have absolutely no use of prejudice of ANY kind. Sex, race, class, orientation, disability...run the gamit. I accept everyone on the face value that they are a decnt, caring human being. Only until their actions prove otherwise will I change by opinion. My other fatal flaw is I haven't a place for slackers in the world. Yes, it is our right to breathe the air but it not our right to refuse to give it back in return. Greed on the corporate level is bad enough, but to think my peer would fleece the social programs because it's an easy way out. DON'T GO THERE. I adamantly believe that we all can do great things, we simply have to do them. If that means pushing a broom while reading the want ads for a better position, so be it.
4.) Freedom - Freedom isn't free. No more needs to be said. Patriotism like deomcracy takes on many forms. Just because you are opposed to the administration doesn't make you less of patriot then I am. I can remember when we protested a major roofing manufacturer in high school. The teacher took us kids that were in the environmental club and picketed their corporate headquarters on the main drag of town. It made all the local TV stations and the daily papers in the area. While the corporation didn't agree with us, they DID allow us our right to express our view. And we all lived to tell about it and still live in this country.
I've rattled on far longer than I inteneded. The point of all this and my humor is the same. Be mindful of who you are and what you read and hear. Don't be quick to judge until you know the WHOLE story. If you turn a little squeamish of things that challenge you, don't ridicule them and debunk them for treason or not being wholesome. Just look at it as another point of view. It's like the press, the TV or the internet. No one makes you read the paper. No one makes you turn on that dial and no one makes you sit at your desk and read this.
For now, I'm outta' here, living the dream, the American dream. And so should you! kG
FRIENDS & FAMILIES ARE LIKE FAME, THEY CAN BE FLEETING...
Before I launch this blog onto Facebook and let everyone read with sheer horror the trial and tribulations that we all have in common; I want to make one thing completely clear: I AM NOT OUT TO OFFEND ANYONE INTENTIONALLY! That being said, I also want to apologize to one of my most ardent supporters. I will not mention their name or handle here, but they know who they are and why I am saying this.
I have a pet expression that I use rather flippantly. It is not meant to imply anything of a personal nature, but some 'friends' and some 'family' have taken it out of context. As I say my good-byes to folks, I say 'Stay sane!' The reason and ONLY reason I say this is beacuse we live in a maddening world and its my way of saying I care about you, yours and your life to come.
So, if I misspeak on some occasion like this, know it is not meant to be a personal attack on you the person. It is merely one way that I show my concern for you. If you are offended, then obviously, like fame; our friendships and our family ties were fleeting at best. I wish you well in your life and hope to see or hear from you again. If not, we both lose.
Going forward, I have said enough. I will discuss more things later about this blog and its purpose. BTW, Kansas is experiencing a bit of a thaw. I see the blue sky, I feel the warmth of the Sun and the snow is melting. kG
I have a pet expression that I use rather flippantly. It is not meant to imply anything of a personal nature, but some 'friends' and some 'family' have taken it out of context. As I say my good-byes to folks, I say 'Stay sane!' The reason and ONLY reason I say this is beacuse we live in a maddening world and its my way of saying I care about you, yours and your life to come.
So, if I misspeak on some occasion like this, know it is not meant to be a personal attack on you the person. It is merely one way that I show my concern for you. If you are offended, then obviously, like fame; our friendships and our family ties were fleeting at best. I wish you well in your life and hope to see or hear from you again. If not, we both lose.
Going forward, I have said enough. I will discuss more things later about this blog and its purpose. BTW, Kansas is experiencing a bit of a thaw. I see the blue sky, I feel the warmth of the Sun and the snow is melting. kG
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
the REALITY of REALITY...
Finally, it has began to warm here in the sunless Sunflower state. There was a little blue sky yesterday and not quite as frickin' cold. Today's promise is a high of 29 degrees with hopes for a weekend in the upper 30's and maybe even the 40's. That's REALITY, Kansas style...lol
Reality, like poverty, is a relative term. Each of these word choices have multiple meanings. Take poverty for example, what may be poor in say Johnson County Kansas may be middle class in Clay County Missouri. I survive on a mid-five range income in the ghetto of the county of Johnson where I could be living the high life in Roosterville over in Missouri.
I'm not here today to discuss that bulllssshhhiiittt! It's all the hype surrounding Simon leaving Idol. Granted, I think the man is dead-on in most circumstances. But, then again, who am I to judge...he's making the millions. It'll still be one of the few TV shows I enjoy watching.
Mentioning TV reality shows, my ninety seconds of fame are coming up. I'm scheduled to audition for America's Got Talent at the end of January. I have had my reality check-up. I have no expectations of winning, but, what the hell. Why shouldn't I audition? My thinking here is simple: if those folks think they have talent, then I KNOW I have talent. The world just doesn't know yet.
As a child, my dream was to either be a funnyman on the TV or President of the United States, whichever was funnier. Obviously, I an not the President and my chance to be on TV is rapidly approaching. The reality of it all is that I am doing it to fulfill my 'dream'. I don't have a voice like Susan Boyle. I don't have any magic up my sleeve and I can't make dummies talk. Hell, I'm probably the dummy.
Anyway, wish me luck. When I know more and can share, I will. Until then, thanks to everyone who supports me in my self-indulgence. Your friendship is priceless. kG
Reality, like poverty, is a relative term. Each of these word choices have multiple meanings. Take poverty for example, what may be poor in say Johnson County Kansas may be middle class in Clay County Missouri. I survive on a mid-five range income in the ghetto of the county of Johnson where I could be living the high life in Roosterville over in Missouri.
I'm not here today to discuss that bulllssshhhiiittt! It's all the hype surrounding Simon leaving Idol. Granted, I think the man is dead-on in most circumstances. But, then again, who am I to judge...he's making the millions. It'll still be one of the few TV shows I enjoy watching.
Mentioning TV reality shows, my ninety seconds of fame are coming up. I'm scheduled to audition for America's Got Talent at the end of January. I have had my reality check-up. I have no expectations of winning, but, what the hell. Why shouldn't I audition? My thinking here is simple: if those folks think they have talent, then I KNOW I have talent. The world just doesn't know yet.
As a child, my dream was to either be a funnyman on the TV or President of the United States, whichever was funnier. Obviously, I an not the President and my chance to be on TV is rapidly approaching. The reality of it all is that I am doing it to fulfill my 'dream'. I don't have a voice like Susan Boyle. I don't have any magic up my sleeve and I can't make dummies talk. Hell, I'm probably the dummy.
Anyway, wish me luck. When I know more and can share, I will. Until then, thanks to everyone who supports me in my self-indulgence. Your friendship is priceless. kG
Monday, January 11, 2010
Mentioning CHANGE...
I make no apologies, I am a capitalist. But, I choose to label myself as a 'responsible capitalist'. By that I mean we share the wealth for the good of all. I'm not saying give away carelessly or making people unaccountable for entitlements; but, just the same, help everyone get down the road.
Going forward with that thought in mind, I am going to try this Google ad program. If I earn anything from it, it will simply subsidize this blog, my future web site, my comedy and my writing. That way, my expenses will be minimal and the rewards I earn from the other work that I am involved with, will be available for the good.
So, I do apologize if you see ads here. Give me some feedback on them, folks. Once I get the web site up, you'll see something totally different there. Without saying too much, just let it be known that everyone will benefit from it. Until then, stay warm here in the Arctic and I'll be in touch. kG
Going forward with that thought in mind, I am going to try this Google ad program. If I earn anything from it, it will simply subsidize this blog, my future web site, my comedy and my writing. That way, my expenses will be minimal and the rewards I earn from the other work that I am involved with, will be available for the good.
So, I do apologize if you see ads here. Give me some feedback on them, folks. Once I get the web site up, you'll see something totally different there. Without saying too much, just let it be known that everyone will benefit from it. Until then, stay warm here in the Arctic and I'll be in touch. kG
Saturday, January 2, 2010
CHANGE IS IN THE AIR!
Greetings and welcome to 2010!
I won't debate the proper pronouncing of the year. Let's just agree its ten years later and the future has become now. As with anything that is constant, change is everywhere.
Over the next few days I will be changing up the format of my blog. Suffice it to say, its based on you the reader, me the writer and everyone else in between. So, stay tuned and I'll be right back...
kennyGene
A wannabe Comic
I won't debate the proper pronouncing of the year. Let's just agree its ten years later and the future has become now. As with anything that is constant, change is everywhere.
Over the next few days I will be changing up the format of my blog. Suffice it to say, its based on you the reader, me the writer and everyone else in between. So, stay tuned and I'll be right back...
kennyGene
A wannabe Comic
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