12.17.2003      It’s official!! A’s… A’s… A’s… A’s everywhere… My first term back to school is officially over. And believe it or not I got all A’s. I have never in my academic career earned these kinds of grades, so I’m a bit giddy about it. Never thought I’d see this day. The term was pretty good. I took a full load of 18 credit hours and did I mention I got all A’s.

Other big news… my sister and her husband had their baby. So I am now officially an uncle now. His name is Anthony Paul Salterello and it goes with out saying that he was beautiful. I will post a picture here sometime soon.

My training over the last few weeks has stumbled some because of finals and having drive up north for the nephew’s birth. But I’ve been able to get back on it over the last few days. Always feels good to training.

Had a Christmas party at my work. It was the best work Christmas party I’ve been to ever. I work for some great people and most of the people I work with are great too. Similar to a family at times. Have to say I like that kind of environment while I’m in school. Not even sure if I’ll need the money next term, but I’m staying there.

I’m finishing up on another short script that I intend on shooting soon with my buddy, Jason. Also have a couple other screenplays that I’d like to put together as well. Still trying to find actors to use. It’s different finding talent here. More people want to, but are far less experienced.

10.10.2003    Scott’s Universe Journal entry… Said that cuz I didn’t really know how else to start this particular entry.

School is going into its second week. Though the first couple weeks were a bit hectic trying to get into the routine of being a student again I’ve enjoyed the experience over all. I’m finding that classes hold my interest much more than any other time. I’ve likened it to watching a Discovery Channel show. I was able to get all the classes I wanted. So now I’m taking a pretty heavy load of eighteen credit hours. This works out really well, because by the end of the year I should be academically a senior. And that much closer to graduating.

My training is moving along. Track practices officially began this last week. I’m happy about that. Now I’ll have some other people to train with. Did our max lifts to see where we need to start. I was a bit disappointed with a couple of my lifts, but I realize that this is the starting point. I also know where my weak points are in my training. I’ve been good about training. I simply remind myself that I’m here to be a national champion and I get off my butt.

Been working on a short script idea with my roommate Jason. I think we’ll be shooting a short movie in the next few weeks or so. Looks as if I might be getting some help this time as well. Great having interested students around.

Started a new job. Bouncing at a local hot spot. Been fun so far. Good people and enough money to help survive a little better.

7.19.2003g      There have been some major changes and decisions made in my life as of recent. The biggest decision I’ve made in is to move back to Oregon, southern Oregon specifically, and finish up my schooling. I will also be competing in track and field again. For those who don’t know, I was an All-American hammer thrower the last time I attend Southern Oregon University. I made this decision with the intention of being able to accomplish two important goals for me. One is, obviously, is to get my degree and the second to get some closure on my athletics before I get too old to be competitive. I’m really looking forward to the adventure that is ahead of me as well as being a student athlete again. It goes without saying that for me to do this I’ll have to leave L.A. and move to Ashland, Oregon. A monster difference in environment. Going from 16 million people to about 19 thousand will a bit of a culture shock I’m sure. The weather will also be a big change to cope with. But I feel that there will be a lot of up sides to the move as well.  

I have full intention of continuing with my creative endeavors in Oregon. I’m looking to meet new people in the area of similar interest. I would love be able to use the resources of the area to shoot some movies, be inspired to paint, and see what other creative outlets I might find. 

BREAKING UP… the feature screenplay is complete. If you are interested in reading it please feel free to ask and I’ll send it to you. It’s at a point that I’m comfortable with leaving it until I cast it and am ready to shoot it. Then some changes will inevitably happen. This has been a good accomplishment for me. I’m now going to move on to an idea that I’ve had for some time that has in some ways been the bane of my writing existence. For those who know me, have pretty good insight what idea I am referring to, but for those who don’t will have to wait to read the screenplay… I know you are waiting with baited breathe.   

It was recently pointed out to me that I’m going to be dealing with 3 of the 4 biggest stressors in life. Moving, job change, as well ending and making new relationships. Fortunately the death of a family member is one that I’ll be avoiding. So any supportive mail, calls or presents will be greatly appreciated in the coming months. As good as I feel about my choices I also know that it will hold some difficulties as well, so I would really appreciate all the help I can get from friends and family. Thanks for taking the time to read and all the best to you.

Peace and love, Scott

4.22.2003    It’s the funniest thing… ok not the FUNNIEST, but funny none the less that each time I sit down to write this journal two things cross my mind. One is does anyone even read the damn thing, and second what have I really done in the time since I last wrote? So if you are reading this. Thanks. And as to what I’ve been up too… Let’s see.

I have been working a lot recently. Trying to recover from my trip to Oregon financially. I have made time to work on my projects however.

The DVD compilation, 4 SHORT MOVIES, is complete. The art work as well as the DVD it’s self. If anyone is interested in buying one, please contact me. The primary use of the DVD is to help promote myself as a filmmaker, but I can sell them to who ever might want one for ten dollars.

The re-write on BREAKING UP… has continued. Though I have to admit that at one point I was putting in quite a bit of effort and I couldn’t shake the idea that I was wasting my time. That there was no way I could make this script work. But for some reason my stubborn side wouldn’t let it go. Then it hit one night as I was falling asleep on how to make it all come together. So now what I want to do is set a date that I have to have it completed. And I’m going to do it here… so…. The date…. Hmmmm…. Ok. Really! Ummmmm FINE! May 28, 2003. This a buddies birthday and it gives me a month. So please feel free to bug me about the status of the script. I work well on my stuff with prompts.

I’m also planning on doing some more shooting in near future. I want to take on two or three of my own short scripts as well as some music videos. So if you know of a band that is looking for a low cost, low budget director, send them my way. Also if you are an actor and would like to work with me, please feel free to contact me and let’s see what we can put together.

Hope all is well in your universe.

Thanks.

Scott

3.22.2003   Entry in Scott’s Universe Journal…. And though I have set it as a goal, I have not been as consistent as I intended. Though some how I question whether this might be something that I will be the lone person to realize… lol

I recently took a little vacation to my old stomping grounds of Salem, Oregon. It was good trip in spite of all the rain. But then what would a trip to Oregon be without it. I was able to spend time with family and friends. I’m planning on putting at least a couple pictures up from the trip. I even wore a suit for the first time in very long time.  

While I was in Oregon, THE OTHERSIDE played at a film festival in Hollywood. I haven’t heard how it went, but when I do I’ll post it.  

Continuing the re-write of the feature version of BREAKING UP… For some reason I have let it intimidate me for some time, and that seems to have come to an end. So the re-write is progressing pretty well.

I think that the DVD compilation that I’ve been working on is pretty well polished. You can see the cover art in the graphics section. I will be putting together several more copies as a business card of sorts. If people are interested in buying it, I’m sure that can be arranged too. But at this point I see it as mostly a promotional tool to get me name out as much as possible.

Recently had a birthday… That’s about all I have to say about that….

Generally I’m feeling good. Positive. So I’m really trying to keep my focus on these projects. I’ve also be making a much greater effort to be around more pro-active and positive people. I sometimes forget how great that can be. Not only as a source of energy, but as a wonderful support structure and encouragement.

Until next time… Peace.

2.10.2003  Time for yet another unread entry into my Scott's Universe journal. Well... let's see... what's new? hmmm.... I've been doing better than fair at going to the gym as of recent. Could always do better yet. My next step is going to be to tighten up on my diet. Not going on a diet as such, but in fact to change how I eat completely.

           It's been an odd couple of weeks for me. I've been really trying to figure out what I want to focus on. I've been working on the DVD compilation of my movies. As well as the cover art for the case. Continued with the writing on a short screenplay that I think is very funny.

        Work sucks as of recent. Nuff said.

        Personally, I've been spending a bit more time of recent trying to decide where I want to go. Both figuratively and literally. When I know, I'll share.

All the best.

1.13.2003  First off, happy New Year! May it be one or all of the three P’s. Positive,

prosperous and pro-active for you and yours.

          I know it sounds somewhat cliché, but… man oh man, it’s been awhile. I’m

not sure whether an apology is necessary for taking so long to add a new

entry in the journal. I’ve already programmed a reminder for the upcoming

year to write an entry every month. I might change it to ever two weeks, but

we’ll have to see how it goes.

          Some how or other I have kept busy enough not do a lot, but some how I

don’t feel like I have accomplished much worth note. Which seems to have

been the theme for me in 2002. Though I am pleased with how things went for

me over all through the year. I don’t think I did as much as I could have

done. So this year I’m gearing up to get as much accomplished as possible.

I’ve set several goals for myself, and I’m going to put myself a bit on the

spot by posting some of them here.

           1. Finish two screen plays.

           2. Shoot at least two short movies.

           3. Lose weight. (specific goal is for me to know)

           4. Get together a DVD compilation of my movies.

           5. Do the prep. To shoot BREAKING UP… the movie.

           6. Be happy.

           In the last couple months a few things have happened. I had a wonderful

trip to Maui in the beginning of December. I returned to work and was crazy

busy there. I worked through the holidays. Not fun, but the extra money was

nice. I’m back to a normal schedule, and have been working on re-organizing

myself to be ready for the new year. I recently bought a DVD burner and will

be making a DVD compilation that I would like to give away and sell.

          Some time back I was approached by a film school student who had been

struggling to find a good script to shoot. He asked if he could shoot one of

my short screenplays. I was flattered and took it as a compliment. He chose

The Otherside, and though I had already shot it myself, I gave my permission

to shoot it. He sent me a copy of the final project for which he received an

“A”.

          That’s about it for now. Thanks for checking in and all the best. Scott