Wrestlemania 23

In 2007, High School Danielle had the privilege of attending Wrestlemania 23 because my sister, Shelly Martinez, was performing in it!! This had been the daydream of years finally coming true! So, my mom let me go for a few days... by myself! BOY was IT a journey! I lived about 10 mins away from the Ontario Airport so that part was a piece of cake. Somehow the plane was seriously delayed making me miss my connection flight! Leaving me stranded in Las Vegas without my luggage or money! I phoned Shelly informing her that I'd also miss Stone Cold Steve Austin's "The Condemned" screening (i was SOOO bummed out!!). The airport gave me food vouchers that I took advantage of at airport's Burger King! I was exhausted and cold! So, I found a nice, safe, warm, corner to plop down and snooze. When I woke up I walked around. I witnessed a man being arrested. Apparently, he was trippin on hard drugs (which was clearly visible!) then urinated on the merchandise in the Egyptian Imitation Artifacts, store!

My flight wouldn't take off until wee hours of the next morning! I tried venturing to the strip (Shelly wired me money so I figured I'm in Vegas Baby, Vegas!) In short, it wasn't easy, no fun and games just more airport! Ugh, it was AMAZING once I left that airport! 

*We will be talking about Wrestlemania 23 tomorrow LIVE on Fun Time Radio, 3PST http://www.blogtalkradio.com/funtimeradio

Meanwhile, that's a little back story! Here's some pictures from Wrestlemania (you see the origination of The Blue Dress!)

 

"It's the time of the season"

"...When your love runs high" Time Of The Season, The Zombies.

It truly is the time of the season for my love to run HIGH. Not only will all the undercover projects be finally unleashed, but the season calls for me to get "back in tune"! I have not sung professionally (or trained) for almost 3 years now! THIS IS TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE in my book! Although, I've been using this time to really explore myself. As previously mentioned, I continue to struggle with having the confidence to go there musically. My soul cannot handle holding back any longer! I'm anticipating your response on the things to come because I feel that you will be PLEASANTLY surprised! ;)

There was also seasons of people trying to mold me into a more homely, downplayed, version of me! Encouraging me to settle and compromise my value! Some made me feel extremely guilty for being stylish... SICK!! I had this idea that people have a hard time accepting me so I chose between "geeky" or "stylish". This was also a time where Medical Marijuana hadn't been implemented in my daily health regime. I felt sad for the trapped person I see in those old pictures of myself.  I remember those day of taking walks alone for hours. Spent lots of time crying alone. It took much effort to overcome those insecurities so I can freely perform my art. When I did it was like nobody recognized much value in me. When I got involved with socializing in College, I met those "Artistic misfits". It hurt when they'd use other girls (that happened to be my friends) to attack me both artistically & romantically. I am done holding back because I'm afraid of stirring things up within someone... hello that's art! Tired of haters that are hating because they CAN NOT HANG! Get real! ;) Below is old pics (get ready to trip out!) I look so heavy and old!! Will contrast it with a picture from TODAY!!

Dreams: What Good Are They Unchartered?

For some years now I've had a reoccurring dream about this beach city. There is an amusement park (reminiscent of Disneyland) on the pier. Sometimes, I get scared while riding the roller coaster that we will drop into the sea. Anyways, so I had this dream last night with a different twist. I don't know if this was supposed to be a film set because things weren't as they seemed there was an overriding element/vibe of pretend. As usual people (female models, in particular) are trying to stress me out & rush me.. i was not going to allow it because i told them there is no time restraint (they couldn't come to terms with that). There was this highly anticipated party after words that everyone was excited for.  I feel this part was chaotic & vivid but i cant remember it clearly now. (Having to do with this mystery-familiar guy who helps me out but we have communication issues, so annoying in dreamland!) I am on the beach with everyone who is having this wild good time. Some of my family members are there in the water. I see people throwing each other around, dunking, rough housing in the water. I don't trust it at all. I tell one of the kids a family member is dunking something like; "He is not playing. If he starts drowning you, let me know & I'll help you!" The child looked at me with disbelief & a bit of anger that I'd suggest that, but he didn't say anything. I felt a tugging on my leg & saw him being drowned beneath the water while his dunker was laughing/playing to everyone else. The child started dying & I was trying to save him. I remembered being so overwhelmed with emotion towards everyone who were obliviously partying. The tables turned & evil intents were soon exposed. A man who had been doing dirty business while everyone was being distracted at the beach, finally emerged. I've had an eye on him with his gray dreadlocks & undeniably heavy drug vibes all around him. People thought he was peaceful & were taken back by who he really was. A cop was upset (don't know if they had a deal before) but dreadlocks didn't care about keeping anything up, anymore. The cop was on the floor & pulled back his own fleshy mask to expose the person underneath. While dreadlocks boasted to all the fearful people... I went behind his back! He had created an alternate body that looked like an alien. Dreadlocks said he is all knowing & stored this knowledge inside the alien & soon he will be indestructible. I sneaked to the alien, started to cut out it's brains & drain them. There was tons of little brains & 1 massive one .. also there was a medicated chocolate bar with symbols on it. The symbols represented a power. I knew I needed it so I chose a piece & ate it. The bar was melting & all the symbols began meshing together. I didn't care, time was ticking, so I stuffed the bar in my pant pocket. The dream ended with me strategizing (seeing as dreadlocks was all knowing & it was only a matter of time before I got caught) while I decided to drain the massive brain 1st.

Know this all sounds jumbled but I wanted to get it out while it was still fresh in my mind! Dreams give you a glimpse into your inner self. I felt that I needed to share this... if not for nothing hope you were entertained by my dream of a druggy supervilian!

Walter Wanderley - Beach Samba -

Lately I've been sincerely struggling as an artist. Having a hard time connecting all the creative dots smoothly... nothing sounds/feels how I want it to. Again, I'm really seeing how important this upcoming road trip will be. I need to take time to sneak away and think, experience, organize... and just worry about LIVING! Right now I'm not even "making it" without the support of Shelly + Vinny. As I continue to make the absolute best during this transition, my prayers to regain independence is constant (among other very important soul-matters). I can't help but feel there is something missing for some time. Perhaps it's depression & it'll pass once my life comes in order. I've been reading up on inspirational artists to peak into WHO these people are. I have much more thoughts to share on this but will save it for later!

Today was another shoot day for "Sprinkles" and our location was in Malibu, again!! Had lots of time to get lost in thought! There will be video on ShellyMartinez.org but until then below is a clip from today. Also, is Walter Wanderley "Beach Samba" to set the mood! He is also included in this musical exploration of mine! Totally enjoyed listening to this song while watching his various album covers... so cute & trippy!

Sprinkles 11/8: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEZKCN6VO88

Moving Forward

These past few weeks I've been experiencing an explosion of creativity. Currently working on writing my own songs, "Wanna Be, Lo", "The Devil Lives In The Back House", "Snakes, Snakes, Snakes," + many more lyrics that are still floating around without a song to call home! I feel like I haven't even begun to tap into the fire I know lives within me... excited to uncover & share it with you all!

Shelly & I have been working hard to build up content for her website. We have accumulated tons of footage already between the both of us! ShellyMartinez.org will be launched soon! Think people will be EXTREMELY satisfied with all the content PLUS get a huge kick out of the new directions Shelly is taking!! I have been in contact with the awesome new web mistress... she's currently working on my featured section of the site! This will also include exclusive photo shoots, videos, & debut my music!!! Until then here is a sneak peak from last weeks shoot with Sarah Diesel. I will post my Sarah Diesel interview, Full photo set, & Behind The Scenes on ShellyMartinez.org!!!