Gary's Toolbox

 

This new documentary short, shot and edited by me, is out today.

A lived life has ups and downs.
As I’m sure you’re aware,
these ups -  and maybe especially the downs -
can look very different from one person to the next.

But what we all have in common is that the “little T” and “big T” traumas life brings us,
require healing.

I followed my friend and percussionist Gary Fritz over a few days last year,
to get a glimpse into his version of human expression,
and also to hear what he has in his toolbox for leading a healthy life.

Leading a life as a freelance musician, where the first requirement is surrendering to the unknown and getting comfortable there, is a feat in itself.
However, Gary also had to find a way to keep going when he lost his only child
and best friend, his daughter Nneka, to a car accident.

In this video Gary shares his most important tools:
faith in something bigger than himself, a surrender to his part in that ‘something bigger’
and faith in his purpose as a musician.

I hope this video can inspire you to accept yourself and your dharma,
perhaps regaining trust in your ability to live life on your terms by acknowledging and respecting your needs.
Meet yourself where you are at, now.

How can you finding unique and healthy ways of fulfilling your very human needs?
For Gary it’s drumming, music, community and spirituality.
It’s loving himself enough to connect with himself, source and others.
Find your vibe and create your tribe.

You are beautiful and the universe needs you.
Gary, I feel honored to have been able to document part of your life and life experience.
Thank you <3

 

Faith Through Adversity

 

I’ll be releasing a beautiful slice-of-life video tomorrow
about my friend and percussionist Gary Fritz.
He’s dedicated his life to music and community;
He decided to follow his instincts,
surrender to his purpose and accept himself and his life’s circumstances.
Even when losing his only child, his daughter Nneka, to an accident.
The film is shot and edited by me and I hope it will inspire you.

 

Unconditional love is a state

There is only one love.
It's unconditional and you can't give or receive it;
You become it.
You are accepting of everyone and everything,
including yourself,
because you know we sometimes can't help for the way we’ve been programmed.
You take everyone as a part of yourself,
and only want what's best for all.
Unconditional love is a state.
Unconditional love is a vibe.
Unconditional love is.

Jah Bless!!

 

Almost heaven, West Jamaica
True ridge mountains, shining down the river
All my friends there, older than those ridge
Younger than the mountains, blowing like a breeze

Country roads take me home
To the place I belong
West Jamaica, my ol' momma
Take me home country roads

I heard her voice, in the mornin' hour she calls me
Said "Son you remind me of my home far away"
And drivin' down the road I feel a sickness
I should have been home yesterday, yesterday

All my memories, all gathered 'round her
My my lady swingin' through the water (water)
Dark and dusty painted on the sky
Misty taste of moonshine, tears fall out my eyes

 

Maybe...

@seenamusic Maybe your biggest problem is how you view problems🫶❤️ It’s challenging to rise to the occasion and sometimes it can take time to find out how you’re going to level up from your current challenges. But you did it before and you will do it again💪!! I believe in you!!! #energyhealer #energy #energyhealing #motivation #keepgoing #entrepreneur #matrix #spiritual #artistsoftiktok #lifehacks ♬ original sound - Seena

Maybe your biggest problem is;
that you think you’re not supposed to have any🫶❤️
It’s can be extremely challenging to rise to the occasion,
and sometimes it can take time to find out how you’re going to level up from your current challenges.
But you did it before and you will do it again💪!!
Find a way!! Problems are a sign of life.
I believe in you!!!

My first time eating Dragon's Beard!

 

In the spirit of the year of the dragon I headed to East Wind Snack Shop in Brooklyn
to learn more about Dragon's Beard candy.
Making Dragon's Beard requires a special technique.
The owner of East Wind, chef Chris Cheung,
was kind enough to personally make a batch for us to see how it's made!
I also got to taste Dragon's Beard for the first time! To try Dragon's Beard in New York, check out http://www.EastWindSnackShop.Com