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Second Utah Apple store coming

Patrick Cassell — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 01:56:16 +0000

If you are into news about Apple, Utah or both at once you can read my most recent article on ksl.com. It is about the evidence that points to a new Apple Store coming to Utah at Fashion Place Mall in Murray. I would like to thank ksl.com and ifoAppleStore.com for their help.

Deseret Connect connects people with publisher

Patrick Cassell — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 06:45:44 +0000

As an English major it is easy to get caught up in the writing and the words, forgetting about the reality of the small audience. If you are the kind of person who writes or reads blogs, you probably like the words too. If you have a good idea how do you get it out to many people? You do it through a publisher.

There are many publishers out there that may or may not give your work to the masses. Many have so many writers at their door that your work can easily get lost in the fray.

If you have something positive or uplifting to say about the world you see around you, Deseret Connect may be the place for you. Deseret connect is, “A Network of Values-driven Correspondents”, who share their articles and photography on Deseret Digital Media platforms such as Deseret News, ksl.com and MormonTimes.

Deseret Connect is not just about religion. It is about sharing “light and knowledge” with “hundreds of millions of people.” If you have a story about people helping other people, it belongs on Deseret Connect. What ever good thing you have to say, say to many people with Deseret Connect.

News About My Writing

Patrick Cassell — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 04:32:42 +0000

As I mentioned before I have decided to become a freelance writer. I read Getting Started As A Freelance Writer, Expanded Edition by Robert W. Bly from cover to cover in about one week. I am now reading it again for the second time. This book is giving me the inspiration and information I need to pursue my own writing business.

I am in the process of legitimizing my business with the State of Utah and my local municipality. I do not want to become the target of fines because of doing business unregistered or without a license. I suspect that this process will cost me between 100 and 200 dollars, but that is the price of doing business the right way.

At this point I am not incorporating or using the services of an attorney. I know that these steps are a protection against business risks, but I can not justify the expense involved before I see any income. Once I do get enough business income to cover the costs I will incorporate.

One other item of note is that I will be taking a journalism class beginning next Tuesday. This class will involve writing for my college’s independent newspaper The Globe. This writing will sharpen my skills and provide me with some sample clippings and credentials. This is a good way of getting my foot into the door of professional writing.

Returning To An Old Idea

Patrick Cassell — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 02:11:12 +0000

It has been a while since my last post. I was able to enjoy Christmas with my wife and in-laws and had a little break from the rigor of life. As I was thinking about my life and my decisions I decided that it was time for me to return to an old idea I had not totally forgotten but for a time abandoned.

I know that writing is something that I can do well if I will set my mind to it and do the work. To that end I bought a book on Christmas Eve about getting started as a freelance writer. As I understand it writing as a business is not easy, but it is entirely possible to do and make a significant amount of money doing it. I know that the Bible says the love of money is the root of all evil, but I also know that money is a tool and the more you have that more opportunity you will have to experience things you would not otherwise be able to do.

I have decided that I will not be abandoning my exercise routine, but I will be turning down the intensity so that I can pursue my writing and turn it into a business. I am insistent that I will become self-employed as a freelance writer. This is something that I know I am able to do.

Less Wheezing

Patrick Cassell — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 05:58:39 +0000

This afternoon I ran 2.01 miles at the Jordan River Parkway. I was able to increase my running pace percentage to over 50 percent. I ran about 1.26 miles of the total distance. I can see the day not far off when I can run the 2 miles without slowing to a walking pace at all. Another thing I noticed about my running is that the wheezing and coughing I was experiencing last Saturday was much less severe this time on the trail. I think my lungs will be getting stronger and stronger. My body is used to carrying around this extra weight and things are sure to get easier when I lose more fat.

This late afternoon I went to the gym and did my full body workout with a warm up and cool down on the treadmill. It was not easy, but I can see the results. I am getting stronger. I can see the weights or the repetitions increasing. This is helping me have a strong body for the athletic events and activities I will be doing.

Not Any Lighter, But a Little Easier

Patrick Cassell — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 06:04:54 +0000

This evening I checked into my gym to find out my body weight is still exactly where it has been for a little while. I am not discouraged by this because I know I have been doing things right. I know my weight will go down again soon.

In addition to my weight in I did the 30 minute stationary bicycle cardiovascular workout. It seems like the resistance and the time was slightly less intense than it was the first time. It seems that I am gradually getting stronger and increasing my endurance. I know that things are getting better, I just need to be patient. This, as with most worthwhile things takes time.

Jordan River Parkway

Patrick Cassell — Sun, 12 Dec 2010 05:51:09 +0000

Today I went to a local running store for the first time to see what their selection is like. This is the first time I have been to a store dedicated to running. It is as expected I suppose. There is a large selection of running shoes, other clothing, nutrients, a small section of books and maps and other miscelaneous items.

After I left the store I went to the Midvale section of the Jordan River Parkway. This is the first time I have been to the Parkway. The Parkway is a paved pedestrian, bicycle and equestrian trail used by runners. The trail extends north and south along the Jordan River. The trail runs from Utah Lake in Utah County in the south to the Great Salt Lake in Salt Lake County in the north. The trail is about 40 miles (64 km) long and is almost continuous. I got some of my information from the Wikipedia article about the Parkway.

I did a run/walk back and forth along Midvale’s Legacy Gold Medal Mile. I ran/walked just over 2 miles. I was surprised to find out I started wheezing after a few minutes at a slow running speed. I will not let my wheezing keep me from running. I expect my wheezing will probably get better as my general health improves.

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More Fun Today

Patrick Cassell — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 04:55:43 +0000

So after my day I got in an evening cardiovascular workout on the stationary bicycle. It was the same program as before. A level one fat burn for 30 minutes, plus a 2 minute cool down. It was not at all easy, but it was more tolerable without the caffeine and sleeplessness.

I have not lost any weight since yesterday, but I understand that body weight can fluctuate from one day to the next. I am sure that I am still loosing weight over all. I am trying to decide if I am going to join any of the local running clubs or enter any of the running events before I reach my ideal weight sometime next Spring. I have a significant amount of weight to lose before my body mass index and my overall fat percentage are in the ideal weight and athletic range. I can feel my muscles, heart and lungs getting stronger. When I am at my idea weight my stronger muscles with have to lug around a lot less fat. That will make running and everything else I do easier.

My clothes are getting looser every week. I know that when I am done loosing weight I will need a whole new set of clothes. To motivate me to stay that size I will get rid of all my big person clothes that do not have sentimental value. I can also see my body getting thinner and less flabby. It is a great change.

Things Are Getting Better

Patrick Cassell — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 05:48:44 +0000

Today was not filled with caffeine induced stress. I went to school and had a session with my math tutor. After I got the algebra pain out-of-the-way I was sitting in my car reading. I was reading the Wikipedia article about marathons.

It is packed with all sorts of useful information. I was reminded of the story of Pheidippides. If this story is true it is inspiring that this military messenger would run from the battlefield to Athens, then die after delivering his message of victory.

Later in the day I did a full body resistance training workout with a cardiovascular warm up and cool down. This workout was for the most part uneventful, which I think is good, because this means I did not have any major pain.

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No Sleep

Patrick Cassell — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 03:04:42 +0000

Yesterday I drank most of a 2 liter bottle of diet soda. Other than the personal testament my drinking this much soda gave to the good taste I got a sizable dose of caffeine along with the flavor. This led to it being very difficult to settle my body and I had no sleep Tuesday night. Other than the deleterious effects this had on my mood and alertness it also led to pronounced stress in my workout.

I repeated the same stationary bicycle cardiovascular and resistance fat burning workout today that I did yesterday. Something I really noticed today was that the resistance made it very hard for me to keep up the cadence for 30 minutes. I was definitely feeling the ache in my legs. I was also sweating a lot. I do not remember if this was the same as yesterday or if my muscle wear and tiredness exaggerated the situation, I just knew it was serious perspiring. One more thing I noticed was that I burned 31 more calories today for the same amount of time. The only explanation other than insomnia fatigue I can think of is that I accidentally raised the difficult above level one.

Lesson learned, do not drink that much caffeinated soda, especially in the after noon. Despite my difficulties I still got in a wonderful workout and two hours of moderately physical work in at my job. I know that this bicycle workout is strengthening my legs and core in addition to my heart and lungs. I am getting an average heart rate in the fat burning and aerobic ranges from this workout.