Often when I talk to people from other places they often think that being in close proximity to celebrities is cool. They also think that it is some how beneficial to have that kind of access, specially if your goals are related to their industry. What people forget is that celebrities are people. And wether they became “celebs” due to talent or luck, they are just like you and me. Now I know what I’m writing is old wisdom. I understand… You get it. What I think most over looked is that what the world looks like to a celebrity. It’s a hostle place. Everyone wants something from them. From the people they work with to their fans.

Now the picture above I took last night. I attended a jam the Milk studios has every now and then. I was invited to this one. Andy Summers from the Police was there to jam. I didn’t speak to him. And I wouldn’t know what to say to him either. The only interaction that I had was that he looked at me when I was playing the bongos. He’s musician and as all musicians he has to try to connect with those he plays with. That was the extent of my relation to this rock star. And there is no more to expect.

This summer I’ve met other celebrities in which I’ve shaken their hands. I won’t say who cause I didn’t connect with them like most all the others so it doesn’t matter. Being around people like that I find uncomfortable. You have many feelings. You sometimes feel that you know them. But you don’t. You want them to like you. But they won’t remember you. You want them to connect with you cause you feel that you connect with them. The whole thing kind of sucks. But what’s important to remember is that it sucks for them too.