So Thurs. night I stayed up until almost 0330hrs reading about copyright law so I could shut down my first potential problem with my first real client. Since there was no written contract between us it really didn't outline what I was and was not going to provide him with. I NEVER will let go of a working file (photoshop, indesign, etc) that can be used to make a new product. Well, I guess I could if the price was right... and I didn't care but I do and the price was not. So, after citing this it looks good... for now... that they are fine with the .pdf... which I didn't even lock (see, I have a nice side). Also I gave them the new reworked company logo I made in a .psd so they could use it... again, how nice of me. Still awaiting final payment on the project, it's like $400 still, and then we're onto redeveloping their website. I need to start watching the training videos again and getting back onto the learning end of it. I know enough to do what I need to do but with the knowledge I can do it faster and better. Also I need to start looking for more clients and this time have some sort of written contract. Perhaps I'll make fliers and complete the website with the time I have.
I am starting to research the cost and dynamics of opening my own business. I know what I need for the start-up now I must put it in terms of money... gotta write that damn business plan too. Will post more on that when there's something substantial...
Recently discovered the most amazing sushi anywhere ever... Satsuki in Lynbrook. Wow, just wow is all I can say. Had it for the second time tonight with Chris and eating there actually makes me really happy. If you're in the area or love sushi enough to travel it is well worth it.
Chris also just got a bicycle... I'm so excited to have someone to ride with. I got my bike like 2 weeks ago and have been dying to go out and ride. Figure it will be good exercise for me because I hate exercise. Getting on the bike is trickery for the mind... "hey brain it's not exercise we're out having fun!" and then I think it's acceptable. Also got the treadmill ready to use... just still using the same lame excuse of no time to use it.
All of this is to battle the plateau I have just found in the weight loss. 50lbs and 8" down is great but I have been there for a little bit and need to do something to get going again. I'm also thinking of going back to liquids for a little bit... lower the caloric intake.
