Inside The Favela

Tracks Of My Tears

2010-01-15T12:55:00.001Z

About a week ago, my friend Pete showed me a song that I instantly fell in love with. The song is called 'Tracks Of My Tears' by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles. I have probably listened to this song close to 50 times in the past week. This is rare that this happens to me. So, when it does, I feel like I need to share it. I hope you enjoy it.

Go to the YouTube link below.

Smokey Robinson & The Miracles - Tracks Of My Tears

I Got A Haircut

2010-01-10T00:43:00.000Z

I made an attempt to grow my hair long. There were times that it looked fun, and others where it looked like a collection of rats in their respective nests. It was fun while it lasted, but you know me, I get bored easily. So, I decided to give myself a fresh start. I got a haircut today. Here's a brand new me, for a brand new year. I hope it pleases you.

Ditch Digger

2010-01-04T21:26:00.000Z

I am such a lazy human being. I have very little motivation to blog, (which is probably a good thing). However, by some strange occurence, I feel like I want to write a little bit about what's been going on. I need to update my life's diary. So, here it goes...

- I have been writing songs under the name Moon Visionaries with an Italian named Marco. I met Marco last March.

- We recorded 8 songs under that name, then Marco left the country, putting our project on hiatus.

- In September/October we (Moon Visionaries) had two tracks signed to a publishing company based in Amsterdam that works on 'syncing' music with motion picture, ie: advertising, film, home videoz, etc...

- After I realized that I had no idea when Marco was coming back, I joined another band. That band was called Innercity Pirates.

- I became Innercity Pirates' new guitarist/backing vocalist.

- We played a couple gigs over the last few months, one being in Wales.

- I became a legal resident of the United Kingdom, able to travel as I see fit.

- I spent another Christmas and New Year's in Berlin with Jessi, which I enjoyed.

These are the main bullet points, I suppose. I am going to be touring the UK with the Innercity Pirates come February. I will keep this blog up-to-date when I get the updates.

I hope that 2010 and I can form a lasting friendship that will endure through the ages. I am looking forward to seeing my friends and family this year.

This is the best I can do right now.

Cheers,

Greg

Back To Blogging

2009-08-22T13:11:00.000+01:00

Well, it's been a very long time since I have posted a blog. I have been so lazy lately, I guess. However, I figured that now was the time to break my silence. What have I been up to? I haven't been up to a lot, is the answer. I haven't blogged since January. A lot has happened since then. But, I am not gonna try to go back in my mind, and bore you with all the details. I decided that I was just gonna give a quick update of what I have been doing recently.

I have my new band Moon Visionaries to talk about. We had three of our songs played on American radio in Richmond, VA. The band consists of two people, Marco and I. Marco is Italian, but has been living in Australia for the past few years. His parents purchased a house there, and so that is where his family is based. Back in June he flew back to Australia, putting the band on hiatus. He had non-refundable tickets that he had to used. So, he is there, and I am here. He should be back sometime in October.

I have a lot of hope for this new band. In the 3 months that he was here after we had met, we recorded 8 songs. We have had a lot of interest, and there looks to be some great opportunity on the horizon. I am really excited for this band to get going.

I guess that is all I want to say now. I am sure that I will say more soon.

Greg

Don't Be Modest

2009-01-11T17:03:00.000Z

Heya, Sports Fans!!!

Happy New Year! I can't believe that we're already in 2009. I graduate nearly 7 years ago. That is a long time, if you ask me. So, what's new with me you ask? Let me think...

So, I spent the holidays in Berlin Germany, and it was a really good time. We left on the 15th of December and came back on the 6th of January. While we were there, we spent a lot of time wandering around the shops in the city. Berlin was so much colder than London. We went with Jessi's brother to the nicest cocktail bar in Berlin where I had two, count em', two Absinthe cocktails that cost 9€ each. Quite expensive, but well worth it.

Christmas was good. I got some really nice clothingz. I got a nice sport coat, a vest, a fancy hat, a really nice European wallet, a CD of The Band, and the Woodstock DVD. I was shocked to get so much, and felt really happy to be around such generosity.

The New Year was a fun time. We went to the usual gathering at the house of a friend of Jessi's. We enjoyed each other's company, and then went berserk with fireworks after midnight. It was a good time.

On the 6th, we flew back to London. I had no trouble getting back in, which was a huge relief from last year. So, I am back in London. I saw James for a day, which was nice, but the time we spent together was far too less. He flew back the day after I got to see him. It really made me miss everyone back home so much.

As far as my band goes, I talked with Pete, and he had spent time looking for musicians and a producer to help him record a solo album. He says it won't interfere with what we are doing, but I am still sceptical. I haven't met with him yet, but I'm already feeling slightly estranged. I'll keep with it for the moment, but I am definitely not afraid to seek out other things. London is full of great opportunities.

So yeah, that is where I'm at, at the moment. I have been working on getting more songs recorded to keep busy. I recorded a really lo-fi version of a song I wrote called ‘Manic Says’ and it's on my Myspace music page. Here.

Hopefully this year is a good one. I have high hopes for 2009.

Greg

Bass Player

2008-12-05T14:39:00.000Z

This past week has been a frustrating one. Mitch, (the bass player that we had playing with us), has decided that playing in a band and striving for success isn't something that he wants to do. It all started about a week ago when Mitch stopped answering my phone calls and started voluntarily spending more time at his job.

I finally got a hold of him after much effort, and he sheepishly told me that he just wasn't that dedicated, and that we should find someone else who is more committed. I guess a good way to describe Mitch is someone who has absolutely no drive towards anything in life. He played well with us, but, to him, it was nothing more than a convenient hobby. It's a shame, but at least this shit comes out now instead of later.

So now, I am on the lookout for both a new bass player and drummer. I have been inserting ads on Gumtree. I have received a couple of replies. So, that's good. Let's hope for the best.

Snap Shots

2008-11-20T23:40:00.000Z

During my time here in London, I have taken part in the enjoyable and humbling experience of busking. When I would play, people would walk by and take photographs. On a couple of separate occasions I had some self-proclaimed "photographers" take my picture. The first one I am going to show you is when I first came to London, and it was taken while I was busking under a bridge near the River Thames.

His website is here.

The next website is of a guy who took my photo, but never posted it. Oh well, he has some interesting photography anyway. Click here.

The last one is when I was walking down a very trendy part of London with Jessi called Brick Lane, and out of the clear blue some guy asked me if he could photography me for his portfolio. I agreed, and then he made me stand in front of a white backdrop, in the middle of the street, with loads of passers-by staring at me. I didn't think that he'd post them, but he finally did post one. Needless to say, he photoshopped the hell out of me. However, I'll show it anyway. By the way, this was about 3 months ago.

His website is here. This guy loves to photoshop things.

So, anyway, I just thought this would be fun to do. So, there you have it.

Sincerely,

Greg

Losing Touch

2008-11-19T23:59:00.000Z

I feel like I am losing touch with everything that I knew. I swear I am just slowly being forgotten by those who care about me. I feel so far away, and I really don't know why. This last week I have thought about Salt Lake a lot. I feel like I haven't seen the mountains in over a decade. I do quite enjoy London. I will say that. But, it gets dark here at like 4:30pm. It can be a little depressing. That much I can say.

The band is coming along, but we are still in search of a decent drummer, and a possible keyboard player. We have a bassist who is Canadian. He looks like James, but with red hair. He is very quiet, but is a great musician. His name is Mitch.

Other than that, I have been growing my facial hair (longer than normal). This evening, I decided to shave off my mustache. Now, I somewhat resemble this man below.

On Tour

2008-11-18T13:24:00.001Z

Jessi posted another video. This one is with shot of me wandering around London, and in the British Museum. She put it to CYHSY. I really liked it. Go ahead, take a peek.

Gregory Dearing On Tour

Sincerely,

Greg

Creativity

2008-11-17T15:00:00.000Z

Jessi recently made a video called 'London Town' using iMovie. I really liked it. So, I decided to give y'all the link to it so that y'all could see it too. She is also making one with clips of me that should be uploaded soon as well. Make sure to comment. Thanks!

London Town

Greg

So, What's Going On With Greg?

2008-10-13T15:10:00.000+01:00

Friends,

It has been over a month since I last wrote. I want to apologize for that. I guess I just didn't really find the time to sit down and write. I've found the time now, however.

I haven't got a chance to record anything else at the moment. I really should sit and record something, but I have been playing in a band that's really taking all of my energy out of me. So, I guess that is news. I am playing in a band. Well, to be honest, we aren't a complete band yet. I am playing with a guy in his late twenties named Pete. He is a phenomenal singer and songwriter, and we have been writing loads of things together. We have about 9 songs at the moment that we are preparing to gig out. There is also a female backup singer in the band named Jana. She is great too, but her songs come out a little too soulful. So, we focus more on the songs we (Pete & I) write.

We have been on the look out for good drummers and bassists. They are very hard to come by. We can't seem to find anyone who has the whole package. But, I have been quite focused on finding people. So, I have a feeling someone will fall in to place soon. If we get the ball rolling soon, we might possibly play some festivals come next summer. I am really positive about this band. I get a chance to write on every song. I sing my songs. I play lead-guitar. I guess you could say that I am enjoying myself. Pete is confident we are going to achieve success. I feel pretty confident about that, as well.

Other than that, Jessi has just started school again. She is working on her art almost constantly, and has made some incredible pieces that I am going to have to convince her to post. She, for some reason, almost always uses me for her model when she is painting. I feel flattered. She really is a talented person.

Still no word on our partnership application. All we can do is wait, and as soon as we know, I'll be able to come back and see all y'all.

I have written a couple of fun songs lately. I think I might start a youtube channel, and post some videos of myself playing the songs. That seems achievable. I forgot, we still haven't decided on a band name. But, Pete really wants to incorporate the number 23 into the name. He has some special connection with that number, and hasn't even seen the movie. I suggested the name The Twenty & Three. But, I am not sold on it by any means. I need to think of something better. We'll see what happens.

Anyway, I suppose that is where I'm at at the moment. I'm just dandy.

Sincerely,

Greg

The Way It Is

2008-08-10T13:27:00.000+01:00

So, I am soon to be on my way to recording another song. The strange thing is, I always tell myself I am going to record a certain idea, but I always end up recording something new. I have a couple of ideas that I would like to put, but I am not sure which one will end up next in line. Sometimes, I wish that I could work with a producer, one who'd be my slave. That actually sounds incredibly dumb, to be honest.

I need to buy two books for the philosophy class I'm supposed to take. I am such a procrastinator.

I added a nice piece of artwork. It is of a favela. For those of you who don't know what a favela is. It is a very poor network of house made from scrap. It is amazing to see, really.

I guess that is all that I have to say. Really boring, I know.

Woo Woo

2008-08-06T10:59:00.000+01:00

So, I signed myself up for another online class, due to commence this fall. I will be taking online philosophy. I am excited to take this class because it lets me feel as though I am actually progressing in my life. I don't wanna be a loaf no more, ya know wha-I-meeen? So, as Jessi starts her studies at St. Martin's, i'll be continuing me lovely degree at SLCC. What a shit hole. But, I feel better studying something, than not studying nuffin' at all.

It's time to get cracking on another song. I am going to give myself until September 1 2008 to finish this next one, or ELSE!!

Ultimatum

2008-07-28T16:06:00.000+01:00

I came through on my ultimatum. I finished my song. Go to myspace, and have a listen.

http://www.myspace.com/icebearmeetspanda

Please, feel free to give me feedback. I'd love to know what y'all think.

Peas & Harmony,

Greg

Determination

2008-07-24T19:29:00.000+01:00

So yeah, I am super determined to follow through with what I said. I am going to have this song posted by the end of this week. If I don't, then I am going to hurt myself. I am going to cause great pain upon my body in some way. I am so anxious to finish that it is causing me great stress. However, I am so close. I just need to finish the damn vocals, and then 'Palms' will be done. So, gimme so encouragement, folks. I need to finish this week.

I've been quiet. I'm sorry.

2008-02-26T16:46:00.000Z

It is time to fill my friends in about what is going on. First of all, I love you all. I appreciate the support that people have given me through thick and thin. I am grateful for all of you. I have received your individual messages, and have thought a lot about the future lately. Despite the fact that I have all of you back in Salt Lake City, I have decided not to come home on March 4th. What a disappointment, right?

I debated and tossed it around in my mind, and I got to the point where I couldn't actually see myself in a stable situation back in SLC. Firstly, I do not have a real place to stay. I know that people have offered rooms and things, but I don't think that will work. My father is off to white collar prison. My mom is in and out of the hospital in Denver. My father's wife doesn't like me really. So, I really have no family to rely on. I also don't have any savings anymore. I don't have really anything to mine name. So, for the time being, it is better for me to stay here until I have bettered my situation.

I just got in to a band called She She Kat Ra. I feel like I am a big part of the writing process, and this band has many contacts so that it might be possible for me to get a visa and a record deal in the near future. I have been playing in some bars lately, and I am still playing on the street. I am doing my best to make money here. Gosh, it is so hard to type all of this. I really miss you guys. I really do.

However, in order to do what I want to do with my life, I need to get myself established. I don't know. I feel bad a bit about not coming back, but I have really thought it through and decided this is what I need to do. Let me know your thoughts.

Truly,

Greg

P.S. Sorry for being so distant lately.

Jessi's Brother

2008-02-06T11:59:00.000Z

Here is a bit of cool news.

Jessi's brother, Carsten, is off to Los Angeles today to spend a day with The Kooks. He was given a job by "Q" magazine to fly out to LA and spend a day photographing them, both live and not. That is a really cool opportunity for him. He started photographing bands a few years ago here in London. Now, he has all kinds of people wanting his photographs, and he is now turning what once was a hobby in to a career. Kind of inspiring. Check out his website. It is very impressive.

www.frpap.com

Other than that, I am trying to look for a band at the moment. I am gonna give this music thing another try in this city.

Greg

I Live Life

2008-02-04T09:17:00.000Z

Hello Comrades,

I have been a bit lazy lately in reference to most things. However, I have been prompted that the show must go on (as far as blogging is concerned). So, here is another attempt to fill you in on what's been going on in my fruitful life.

Let's see...

Oh, Jessi and I saw a young miss Kelly Osbourne (sp) in the London Underground at Oxford Street. She looked both of us in the face. We, of course, begged for autographs, photographs, pictographs, you name it. Nawwww, we just kept to ourselves as she hustled by with a young man at her side. I thought I might strike up a "convo" with the young lady. I just about blurted out "Hey, Kelly!! I am from Utah, and you know who else is? Burt McCracken! You know? Ya member old Burty? Didn't he use you to climb the celebrity ladder? Anyway, see ya!". Almost did it, but I abstained.

Another nice thing that happened recently was the fact the I returned a malfunctioning iPod to the London Apple Store, and got a brand new one for FREE! I explained to the nice guy that my iPod was only playing music from the left side of any set of headphones. He quickly tested it, and gave me a new one. IT WAS FREE! That made me quite happy.

Some bad news:

I no longer have a laptop. The one I had had been giving me problems for quite some time when, by accident, the screen was cracked when lid was closed with the adaptor partly laying across it. The computer, that stupid piece of shit, pretty much stopped working all together. I completely took it apart and saved everything that wasn't from 1992. I now have an 80GB hard drive, a DVD-ROM, and a few other odds and ends. Oh well, I say, it was on it's way out. So, now I am using Jessi's computer which has a cracked screen too. Damn those cracked screens! We will try to fix hers soon since hers ISN'T a piece of shit.

As for the rest of things...

I have been playing out on the street again. It feels good to be back playing with my little Spanish friend, Ruben. We earned close to 50 pounds between the two of us last Tuesday. It is really fun to be able to play on the street. I feel privileged to be in this town.

As many of you know, I will be back on March the 4th. However, because my father is going to prison (it's a long story, but he's not a criminal), I do not have a place to stay. However, even if he wasn't going to prison, he basically told me to find my own place to hang my hat.

I am start to forget what family is.

Anyway, his new wife doesn't like me, and I am not particularly fond of her. So, I don't think I have a place to stay as of yet. I contemplated not even coming back, but I know how much you all love me. I have to come back, right? Aren't I a cheeky bastard?

My mama is in Denver. What in the hell is there for me in Denver? Fuck if I know! Sorry about the profanity, but I deemed it necessary for this spiel. On top of that, Jessi is supposed to come during her break from school two weeks after I am supposed to arrive. I guess I'm up shit creek. At least the view is nice.

So, basically, I dunno what the hell I'm a gonna do. But, I am a problem solver. The problems, they need a solving.

Enough of the "woe is me" shite.

I am practically writing a book here.

I almost forgot. We bleached Jessi's hair yesterday. It took three times to get it to where we wanted it. It was something sort of fun to do though. I haven't taken any pictures of myself in a while. I will do that soon. I will also get some of Jessi so that you can see the new doooo.

I guess that is about it. One last thing I just thought of - I recently discovered a wonderful spread called lemon curd. You put it on toast. It is delicious. It is like a tart lemon jam. I really love it.

That's all for now. Hope it wasn't too much.

Greg

I Made It

2008-01-22T16:26:00.000Z

Hey Friends,

GOOD NEWS!!!

Last Saturday, in attempt to get back in to the United Kingdom, I was successful! Let me tell you the story.

So, I left Berlin all packed and ready to go at around 4:30 am. Jessi's mom was nice enough to drive me to the airport. When I got there, I checked my baggage and myself both in. There was no problem in Berlin. So, I had hoped that it would be a breeze, or at least less painful than last time. The only thing that happened in Berlin to slightly raise an eyebrow was the fact the the German officers glanced puzzled like at the black stamp with the cross through it. Though, after a few seconds of perplexity, they returned my passport to me, and I was free to board the plane.

On the flight over I didn't sleep. I was so stressed out about getting in that it was giving me a headache, and making me feel like I was going to puke or something. We took off and landed safely. The flight was a little under two hours. I got my carry on bags together, and started to make my way to customs at the Gatwick Airport. I was as nervous as hell. There weren't very many foreign nationals trying to get through. So, I found myself promptly in front of a Persian-looking Englishman would started to examine me.

He was instantly thrown off-guard by the nasty stamp given to me by the other piece-of-shit immigration officer. He began to question me, and I began to show all of the well-collected and organized documents that I had brought with me. He told me that I should have applied for a visa, and I told him that I was told that I didn't need one. He began to express to me the true nature of the horrid 'black stamp', and how it is very looked down upon. Then, for an hour, I was again searched, questioned, detained, interviewed, and then detained again.

I could tell that this man, in spite of following his job, was in some was concerned for me. I noticed a wedding band on his finger, which in some way explain the small hint of compassion he unknowingly was showing me. Maybe, he had kids, or perhaps even a son around my age. Whatever the reason, I felt much better in the care of this officer than in the care of the previous one.

So, after being detained again, he came and got me once more. Apparently, he had been on the phone corroborating Jessi and I's stories about our relationship. How and when we got together, what we liked and disliked about each other, what we did for fun, these inquires were all part of an effort to see and verify that I was indeed telling the truth.

Finally, after sitting in the detaining area for another half an hour talking with a man from the states, one from BC, one from Portugal, and one woman from Ghana, I was called upon by the same Persian-looking man. He said to me that he needed to take me somewhere. He then told me to grab my stuff, all of it. I signed a paper, and then we walked through the doors. I asked him where we were going, and he said, "You're going outside with me to have a cigarette." I then turned to him with a smile as wide as a Buick as if to say "Does this mean what I think it does?" He then smiled at me, and then showed me the way out. He said, "You're a free man!" I about lost it, and told him to come here to give me a hug. He hesitated, but I insisted and hugged him as if he were my father. I can tell you the happiness that rushed over me.

I asked his name and he told me "Officer Cliff". I doubt that is his last name, but I will always remember the kindness that this individual showed me. He then said before we parted ways, "Better than the last officer?" I told him yes, and said I wanted to bow down and praise him. Then I went one way, and he went the other. I almost wanted to cry. I will always remember his kindness.

I immediately called Jessi, and told her the good news. We both screamed and shouted for joy. I had finally made it back in, and we could finally be together once more. I can't remember the last time I felt such overwhelming joy all at once. I guess it is safe to say that it was a good weekend for me.

Thanks for reading. I hope that you got an idea of how happy I was and am.

Sincerely,

Greg

Slip Through Dem' Cracks

2008-01-16T19:33:00.000Z

So, how is everyone doing? I am doing okay.

I wanted to posted another blog. I am not really sure what I want to write about, but I know I want to write. So, here goes nothing.

I am still in Berlin. It isn't horrible, but I am apart from Jessi, and it gets dark at 4:00 pm. However, I went to my appointment for a visa on the 14th, and I was told fairly decent news. First of all, they said that they couldn't process my visa because American citizens DO NOT need visas as visitors. I made it clear that I want nothing more than to visit. So, I talked to a friendly American who confirmed it with his superior that I did not need a visa, and that all I needed was to show that I have a return flight booked, and that I am visiting.

Good news? I hope.

I have a flight booked for this Saturday to London's Gatwick airport. And, I have a flight booked for the 4th of March to fly back to Salt Lake City. So, if all goes well when I try to pass through customs, then I will be again in London until March. I will go fully prepared this time with all of the information that I could need in case of another bind. I really hope I can get through customs without being fingerprinted and searched this time. I need all the prayers and luck I can get.

Other knewz, I have read a little over half of the book I bought. It is pretty suspenseful. It is about a hitman and a heroic protagonist who helps save the life of a woman who the hitman is supposed to kill. Not usually my cup of tea, but I am enjoying it. I have found that reading really clams me. It is very relaxing. I think I have enough attention to get through a whole book at this point in my life. So, I hope to read many more to come.

I am about out of things to write. I am kind of boring I guess.

Hopefully, I can think of something humorous, and soon post it.

Bye bye for now!

A Day In The Life

2008-01-10T01:33:00.000Z

Howdy Folks,

I am sorry about the last post. It was a bit of a rant, but I thought I should let everyone know about my current situation. Thanks for the pity. I needed it. I am a bit pathetic at the moment. I have been battling the winter blues, and so it is nice to receive a little bit of sympathy here and there.

So, I am here in Berlin. Alone. Nevertheless, I am doing better than I thought. Jessi isn't here, and that is very hard. However, I haven't given up hope for the future just yet.

Anyway, Today was not too bad. I woke up pretty late. The song 'Sentence Of Sorts In Kongsvinger' by Of Montreal comes to mind. I spent most of the day in Jessi's room. Alone. I played some guitar, but I find myself uninterested in a lot of the things I enjoy. I hate to sound so depressed. I just need some decent sunlight attention, I think.

Jessi suggested that I go out and by a book. I went out in the city this evening, and wandered through the train stations. I went to a small grocery store, and to my surprise, found a small bottle of green Tabasco sauce. That was such a rare find that I had to buy it. I also purchased a coke. I was thirsty.

Later, I found myself at the bookstore that Jessi suggested, and I anxiously pursued the music section for about a half an hour. I then went upstairs to the English novel section, and spent another hour trying to decided which book to buy. I finally decided on the book 'The Good Guy' by Dean Koontz. I don't know if it'll be any good. But, I already felt more sane after reading a chapter.

Reading has been somewhat therapeutic for me it seems.

I am at home now. It is 3:00 am. I am tried, and I miss Jessi. I had some sandwiches with some Tabasco sauce, and now I am ready for bed. This wasn't a very mind-blowing blog, but I always find it interesting to subscribe to the daily lives of others. It is kind of fun.

Anyway, I need some suggestions for future books and decent albums. Feel free to leave those suggestions in the suggestion box below. Good night!

Greg

Show me some respect.

2008-01-06T14:45:00.000Z

So, I know that I have kept slightly out of touch the past few weeks. I underwent an extremely painful process. So, I am here to fill y'all in about it.

As many of you know, I was staying in London England with my girlfriend during the months of September through December. Upon arrival to the United Kingdom, I was harassed by an unfriendly Irishman who almost refused me entry to the UK based on the fact that I wanted to stay so long. However, going against his "better judgment" he decided to let me in. I continued onward towards London, and soon forgot about the whole ordeal.

After almost three months in the UK, it was time for Christmas and we were scheduled to fly back to my girlfriend Jessi's hometown of Berlin. All was fine upon entry, and Christmas turned out to be one of the best I've had. We had planned on getting back before New Year's, and had scheduled flights to do so. We flew back to the UK on the 28th of December. Upon arrival, I was stopped at customs for saying that I wanted to finish out the rest of my 6 month visa in the UK. All Americans get 6 months to stay in the UK, and I had spent three of them.

The woman who stopped me wanted to see a return flight back to the US, (which I didn't have), and complained when I wanted to finish the time allotted. Then, I was passed from immigration officer to immigration officer. They all asked the same questions. I told them I had a place to stay, and that I didn't have to pay for anything. I also told them that Jessi was supporting me with a substantial amount from her savings, but nothing satisfied them.

They fingerprinted me, and took my mugshot. Then I was interrogated about everything. They rooted around in my bag to try and find anything that they could use against me. I felt horrible. Finally, I was forced to deal with the world's biggest asshole, bar none. He yelled at me, and made me feel like a poor Mexican immigrant. I was forced to leave the UK, and I wasn't allowed to see Jessi before my flight left.

Luckily, she got the same flight back with me to Berlin, and we were together on the plane. This took place only after they made me sit in a room for 7 hours with nothing to watch but cheap British TV. They put a black stamp in my passport, and said that I couldn't come back to the UK unless I had proof of money and a return flight. I called the asshole officer a "fucking bastard" and he looked as though his head would explode. I think he wanted to hit me. But, instead he just yelled at me, and made me feel like shit. I apologized later, but he didn't accept it. He just continued to make me feel like shit.

So, I flew back to Berlin with Jessi. I was greeted by a very kind German officer who laughed at the whole ordeal. He didn't do anything, and made me feel a lot better. Ironic? We went home, and spent a week and a half here in Berlin together. Then yesterday she had to go back because her college semester starts tomorrow. So, now I am in Berlin at her parents house awaiting a visa appointment for the 14th. She is supposed to come visit me in two weeks. I hope everything works out. I just prayed that I can get approved for a regular visa.

As you can see, I have been through pure hell in the past week and a half. I feel like a criminal. I hope that man that sent me back gets eaten alive by a pack of rabis-stricken wolverines. I can't tell you how much I hate him, and the whole English system right now. I am very bitter towards that Nazi. I am also very sad and lonely. But, I haven't given up hope. I am gonna find a way back.

So, there you have it. Once you have read this, then I can move on and start to talk about nice things again.

-Greg

P.S. Fuck the British!

Hello, Friends!

2008-01-05T20:05:00.000Z

Hey everyone! Happy 2008! I am following in the footsteps of friends, and creating a blog. I just want to post this little bit, and I will write what's been going on a little later.

-Greg