If you are reading this post, be thankful that you not only woke up to see another day, but you also lived to see another year. This past year was one of the best years of my life for many reasons, but mainly because it was a year of risk, change, and transition. Hopefully 2012 will be even more memorable and life-changing.

Below are some of the countless memories formed in 2011 that will remain with me forever:

- Celebrated my 21st Birthday!

- Graduated from college in the top of my class, and was chosen to speak at commencement.

- Resigned from AT&T after 2.5 years.

- Relocated from Atlanta to Los Angeles.

- Was re-hired at MRB Productions.

- Auditioned for NBC’s The Voice.

- Moved into my first apartment.

- Worked a second job overnight at Target for a little over a month and quit after realizing that it was ruining my life.

- Made it into a paparazzi pic with Matthew McConaughey.

- Created new business opportunities.

As you can see, 2011 was definitely a year that won’t easily be forgotten, but a new year is here for me to conquer.  Unless this is your first time visiting, I’m sure you noticed that my whole website has been redesigned and updated for the new year. I’m focused and ready to take things to the next level. Instead of waiting for opportunities to come to me, I’ve started to pave my own path to success with the help of other like-minded individuals. This will be a year for success if my motivation and persistence continue to push me towards reaching my goals.

Unfortunately, people use the new year as a time to make resolutions that they will try to keep, but never do. Instead of making resolutions, my year starts with prayer and living life day by day. Of course there are things that need to be accomplished this year, but writing it down or creating reminders in my smartphone is not going to make a difference in my life. However, as long as I’m truly motivated and willing to put forth all my effort to reach my goals, then that’s all that I need. I understand that this may not work for everyone, but remember that sometimes the only thing stopping you from accomplishing your goal is YOU. Make this your year to succeed. Don’t let the reports about the world ending deter you from what you need to do. You will regret it when we are all still here in 2013 and you accomplished nothing. In 2012, continue to pave your path to success and drive straight towards it.

Before I let you go, just wanted you to know that I’m going to update the site at least once a week. It made me sick to know that the last post was in September. While you are on the site, make sure you explore and check out everything. Also, there is a new Giveaways page where I will be periodically giving away prizes to my readers. Check out the Chasing L.A. New Year’s Giveaway!Thank you all so much for the support and please be sure to let me know what you think of the new site in the comment section. Make this your year to succeed and keep chasing your dreams!

Where have you guys been? You’ve missed so much in the past couple of weeks. Ok, I know it’s my fault since the last update was before my auditions for The Voice, but the world doesn’t stop going because one person needs to update their blog. So, I had to prioritize and unfortunately my blog didn’t make it into the top 10 most important things. However, I’m now ready to update you on what’ you’ve missed.

#1: In case you haven’t heard, I didn’t make it pass the audition rounds for The Voice, but I did make it onto the news. See me on the news in the clip below. 

#2: Although I didn’t make it onto the show, my audition was great. We went into the room in groups of 10, and one of the girls in my group had a voice that could match Adele’s. It didn’t help that she was only 17. I’m sure she will get on the show. However, there was no hope for the rest of us after her performance.

#3: Had the pleasure of doing another photoshoot with photographer and friend, Genna Sandler. Check out the awesome pics HERE.

#4: Moved into my new apartment right off of Sunset Boulevard! I guess I’m really growing up. Wait, too many bills. Is it too late to go back to middle school?

#5: Learned that I never want to build furniture for a living. EVER! Thanks IKEA.

#6: Organized my goals and created plans to reach them by July of next year.

#7: Slowly learned how to live without cable thanks to Hulu & Netflix.

#8: Confirmed that I really don’t enjoy cooking because fast food is, well, FAST. Speaking of fast food, Chick-Fil-A just opened right down the street on Sunset Blvd! It’s great to know that my favorite fast food restaurant opened a location in Hollywood to make sure that I didn’t starve. I knew all my business over the years would pay off.

#9: It doesn’t ever rain. It’s always sunny and perfect, but I’m starting to long for a nice rainy night with some Musiq Soulchild playing on my iHome to put me to sleep.

#10: I’m working extremely hard and I’ve accepted the fact that the road to success will not be easy. It will take a long time to become the great producer that I know I will be. However, I’m convinced that my persistence and determination will take me a long way. I’m sure of it.

Every single day is an opportunity to learn and grow from your experiences. Don’t let a failed opportunity or negative surroundings bring you down. If you stay focused on what you are trying to achieve, then hopefully one day it will become a reality. Anyway, the good news is that I’m blogging again. I’ve missed it more than anything. Blogging is a way for me to not only release my thoughts, but to inspire others. It feels good to be back. Until next time, be blessed!

Hello everyone! Hope you are doing well this Sunday. Just wanted to let you all know that you are great and so supportive of my journey to NBC’s “The Voice”. For those who don’t know, I haven’t been blogging as much because I have been vlogging via YouTube. Here is the link to my vlogs about the show: Emile’s Vlogs. Also, one of my good friends, Silke, created a fanpage for me on Facebook, and I have been keeping people updated there too: http://www.facebook.com/emileennisjr. Anyway, the audition is in 2 days on Aug 30th at 7:00 AM. I probably wont actually audition until later that morning, but it says be there at 7. I had a photoshoot yesterday with an amazing photographer and one of my closest friends, Genna Sandler, at Smashbox Studios. She wanted to do a photoshoot before the auditions and those pictures will be posted soon. Alright, I am headed to church. Keep me in your prayers on Tuesday and the night before. I appreciate all the support. I’ve been preparing for this audition for a little over two months, but this is my first real audition. Hopefully, all my preparation is not in vain. I love you guys.

Sincerely,

Emile Ennis Jr.