debut the kayak

The new BSCENE Magazine hit the racks today. It's smaller, it's thicker, it's pretty and it's chock full of editorial content written by yours truly. We logged countless hours on this particular issue because of all the changes. A mere three days before press time, we were at the office around 60 hours. We worked, ordered in food, worked more and went home to sleep a few hours only to repeat the process. Deadline day, we spent a straight 23 hours on final corrections.

My secret? I loved it. I love trying to catch each and every mistake and seeing the magazine transform from a sea of ads to something we're proud of. The owner said she didn't remember the last time she was actually excited to debut a new issue. I love being part of something that generates excitement and the people are truly fun to work with.

I only wish there was a little more comfort in the paychecks. With the status quo around here, more would be nice. I guess more would always be nice... But it's better to love your job.

As the saying goes, you can't have your kayak and heat it, too.

♥k