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Well then....

   Thu, April 10, 2008 - 8:51 AM
Yesterday I accepted a new posistion as director of operations at Innerscope technologies. The company is based in Boston, is a very early stage startup, and currently has more customers then they know what to do with. They use bio feedback to gauge human responses/engagements to media (print, linear, and interactive).

Three months ago, I was a week or so away from foreclosing on my 3 family house, no renters in site, no job prospects, and a ton of responsibilies/time commitments none of which would get me closer to the financial security I desperately needed. I now have all floors rented, a good job, and just as many if not more time commitments. Few knew the incredibly stressed state I was in. It is not my way to ask for help, especially when I don't believe most folks can help. It is also my belief that few folks ask how any of us are really doing, being caught up in our own lives. I fell in to this trap during the past 6 months and do not feel like I helped those around me as much as I could have. Stephanie however showed me a different path. Through out this very difficult time in my life, she has been here giving all that she could for me, and it has made all the difference. Her life has been independently incredibly stressful throughout this, but still she has always been here. Thank you my love. Several other people have reached out to me during this, Scott, Lucy, Steven, Joanna, Mike, Aaron, and a few others. Just sincerly asking my state, giving an honest hug or word of support. These things have made really big impacts on me at some key moments. Thank you all. None of us usually know what the impact of our words really are. Your's have been my life raft and brought me to a new adventurous shore. I will strive to continue to share what you have given me.



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Thu, April 10, 2008 - 8:57 AM
Congratulations on the job, and the new found stability!
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 9:04 AM
BIG FAT HUGS!
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 9:12 AM
Glad to see your stubborn spirit shining again.
-Love,
Dmitri
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 9:32 AM
Oh my, Chad, I had no idea that all of this has been going on for you. Thank you for sharing all of this and I am so happy that you have had the support of friends around you to bring an anchor to what sounds like an incredibly stressful time.

Congratulations on the new and interesting sounding job and how things have opened up for you in the best of ways. A big yes to close friendships, who stick by your side during the not so happiest of times. The love they share can make the world of difference in making it through to the other side.

Warm blessings, light and community!
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 9:33 AM
wOOhOOO!!!!
I'm so happy for you :)
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 9:55 AM
Glad you've pulled through the hardships and things have come together for you!

BIG HUGS
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 10:04 AM
Way to go brother I hope this is a great change for you!
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 10:50 AM
<SQUOOOOSH>

that was a big hug ;)

you have provided support to me in times where i have felt weak. i would be there for u, but as i am across the country, you do, indeed, have to ask or say what is going on in your life. and there is no harm in that. asking for comfort can be a very powerful thing. we got it for you, love!
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 11:06 AM
Sometimes it seems that everyone welcomes strangers like friends, but welcomes friends' hardships like strangers. I'm so glad someone was there to help you when you, like me, aren't sure if anyone can really help or if you need to do it all on your own. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Congrats on all your recent success brother.
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 11:34 AM
I am so immensly happy for for you! That is so f*cking AWESOME! I am having a drink tonight for you.
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 3:36 PM
the universe provides doesn't it? congratulations chad! i don't think i'll be able to make wildfire this spring but i hope the new location works out and opens doors to new possibilities!
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 3:42 PM
Congratulations Chad! I'm sorry that you've been silently struggling. Asking and getting support can be the hardest thing to do but also so rewarding! I'm just learning that.... anyhow, looking forward to giving you a warm and congratulatory hug next time I see you.
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 5:24 PM
::bows to his dear friend Chad::
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 6:25 PM
I'm truly happy that things are getting better for you.
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 6:30 PM
I will stand by your side through any storm. I love you and I am very proud of you!
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 6:53 PM
you two are so beautiful..
let the past be as such,

it's amazing how much can change in such a short period of time.
oh how lovely the universe works

so much love for you. I miss your friendship and influence in my life,
and I look forward to crossing your path more this summer!

<3
~J.Sun
Thu, April 10, 2008 - 8:23 PM
You touched my life when I needed it most and I think you've helped a lot of other people, so don't feel bad about not giving as much as you normally would the past few months. Sometimes you just have to take care of yourself. Good luck with your new employment!
Fri, April 11, 2008 - 7:49 AM
I am glad things are much better! Just remember, friends are here to ride the storms as well as enjoy the sunshine.
:-)
Fri, April 11, 2008 - 8:14 AM
Well done, brother.

Courage and stubbornness prevail again.

I’m very happy for you, and I know you will bring great good to that company.

I’ll hug you in-person soon, but till then [[[[[[[ ... HUGS ... ]]]]]]]



-Scott
Fri, April 11, 2008 - 10:09 AM
so what time does the barbecue start at your place? :)
Sun, April 13, 2008 - 7:58 PM
removed from the canoe
I don't know that I ever shared with you how much you influenced my life. There are soooooo many inside jokes/sayings running through my head that bring me back to some time we shared. While these times bring a smile to my face as they all had some element of humor to them, I am also reminded that the reason there are so many is the connection I feel with you. There are so many life lessons that I hold dear as a part of who I am today. Many of these lessons came from you, indirectly and directly.
I am partly saddened at thinking that I was not there for you. Just know that our friendship is not one of convenience. I would use my only call from jail just to see how you are doing!
Congrats on the joys. A joy shared is a joy multiplied, a sorrow shared is a sorrow divided.
My thanks to Stephanie.
Fri, April 18, 2008 - 1:52 PM
Sorry for my delay
Hey Chad,
I am so sorry for being a bit late in congratulating you. April has been a very bad month for me and everything is collapsing as I speak. But reading your story has definitely shown me that things can pick up and I kind of hope it does for me. Meanwhile, you know how much I love you and how happy I am for that everything worked out. Please keep in touch and I hope to see you at Wildfire in June. All the best and once again congratulations. *hugz*
Much Love,
Jasmine
Sat, April 19, 2008 - 5:29 AM
Personal perciverance isn't always enough
Glad to see that things that were up in the air in a cloud of uncertainty have landed with a favorable outcome. Too often people who lead or create for others are left to their own devices when it comes to solving their own problems, so while I was unaware of your difficulties it is good to know that those who are close were there for you when you needed the support to traverse some trecherous terrain.
A*
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Tue, April 29, 2008 - 7:03 AM
Congrats!!!!
Sat, May 31, 2008 - 6:17 AM
i often think of soccer players shooting at the net over and over before they finally score a goal. and then doing it all again. so, you know... kick a lot. i'll cheer for even the missed shots.
Thu, August 21, 2008 - 7:29 AM
hey, I'm :really: interested in biofeedback technology. Does this company have a website, and are they hiring any new tech?
 

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