Its about 8 58 and im in study hall. Extremely bored as you may have guessed. I am almost bored to the point of tears, certainly speechless. So figured I'd blog about it.
Chances are if you reading this, your probably jsut as bored as I am. So goodluck with your endeavor to search for something to do. Sorry I could not be of more assistance.
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Bye Bye Fall Term !!
Here it is ... almost 2:30 in the morning and im hysterical. School is over for a couple of weeks and it feels good.
I probably got about 6 hours of sleep over the past 3 days. I survived and im excited to sleep in for the rest of the weekend. Sometimes school can be cool, but finals is not one of those times.
1 term down and 2 more to go and school will really be over for me. I've been in school for as long as I can remember and life may feel akward without it. Who knows.
I probably got about 6 hours of sleep over the past 3 days. I survived and im excited to sleep in for the rest of the weekend. Sometimes school can be cool, but finals is not one of those times.
1 term down and 2 more to go and school will really be over for me. I've been in school for as long as I can remember and life may feel akward without it. Who knows.
Monday, November 10, 2008
Finals Week
This has to be the worst week of every students life. Even if you don't have that many finals, the atmosphere still drains you. Not many people are very happy go lucky during this time. Ive never recieved so many mean faces and gestures before in my entire life, well with the exception of finals last spring.
At this time of the year procrastination is at an all time high. Honestly, this blog is a product of my procrastination. But it is actually keeping me sane because I can express my feelings. But Personally, I know if I have a final on thursday, that means I can rest mon, tue, and half of wed. But somehow we students find the adequate amount of study time to do well on our finals.
On the flip side this time of the year somehow feels good. Looking around and seeing your classmates struggling for the same cause as you are somehow makes you feel better. I pulled an all-nighter on thurday. By far, one of the worst nights of my life. But I wasnt alone. And for some reason that made me feel better and actually helped me get throught the night. And there's no better feeling then nailing a test and walking out of the classroom knowing that all your studying paid off.
Well im gonna get something done. Until Next Time ..... Audios !!!!!!!
I like this whole blogging idea ... I will most definitely continue to blog beyond this semester .. Maybe I can get a couple of more followers .. LoL
At this time of the year procrastination is at an all time high. Honestly, this blog is a product of my procrastination. But it is actually keeping me sane because I can express my feelings. But Personally, I know if I have a final on thursday, that means I can rest mon, tue, and half of wed. But somehow we students find the adequate amount of study time to do well on our finals.
On the flip side this time of the year somehow feels good. Looking around and seeing your classmates struggling for the same cause as you are somehow makes you feel better. I pulled an all-nighter on thurday. By far, one of the worst nights of my life. But I wasnt alone. And for some reason that made me feel better and actually helped me get throught the night. And there's no better feeling then nailing a test and walking out of the classroom knowing that all your studying paid off.
Well im gonna get something done. Until Next Time ..... Audios !!!!!!!
I like this whole blogging idea ... I will most definitely continue to blog beyond this semester .. Maybe I can get a couple of more followers .. LoL
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
When The 44th Became The 1st
On November 4th 2008, Barack Obama was elected to be the 44th president of the United States; He also became the first African American to claim the position.
Im blogging about the monumental presidential nomination a day late because I truly could not fathom what happened last night. And I was Celebrating.
It's truly difficult to put into the words what just happened last night. Many of my older family members were more than sure that would not live to see the day an African American would be president of the United States. We were fortunate enough to witnesss an event that will be in the history books, and there were no deaths, lies, or deceit involved, just the voice of the people. My first presidential election was a historical one.
So what does this mean for America? I think it means that Americans are ready for a change. Electing Barack Obama into office says that very clear. I think on a large scale we will see a United America, race will not be the cause of our division anymore. I think McCain would have brought a positive change in Washington, after all the nation can not go anywhere but up from where it is not (Hopefully). But the change Obama will bring will be on a worldwide scale. He will motivate many people and be an inspiration to children regardless of race. I believe that when people see Obama in office they will believe that anything is possible, for he is a personified version of overcoming anything. I think he will unite the African American Community and we will see a decrease in inner city violence. the possibilites are endless and Americans have spoken, out with the old and lets move in a different direction.
Signing off: A WITNESS !!
Im blogging about the monumental presidential nomination a day late because I truly could not fathom what happened last night. And I was Celebrating.
It's truly difficult to put into the words what just happened last night. Many of my older family members were more than sure that would not live to see the day an African American would be president of the United States. We were fortunate enough to witnesss an event that will be in the history books, and there were no deaths, lies, or deceit involved, just the voice of the people. My first presidential election was a historical one.
So what does this mean for America? I think it means that Americans are ready for a change. Electing Barack Obama into office says that very clear. I think on a large scale we will see a United America, race will not be the cause of our division anymore. I think McCain would have brought a positive change in Washington, after all the nation can not go anywhere but up from where it is not (Hopefully). But the change Obama will bring will be on a worldwide scale. He will motivate many people and be an inspiration to children regardless of race. I believe that when people see Obama in office they will believe that anything is possible, for he is a personified version of overcoming anything. I think he will unite the African American Community and we will see a decrease in inner city violence. the possibilites are endless and Americans have spoken, out with the old and lets move in a different direction.
Signing off: A WITNESS !!
Monday, November 3, 2008
Prop 8 Is a Big Deal
In my home state of California, voter will vote on Proposition 8 tomorrow along with their favorite presedential candidate. The proposition is a state constitutional amendment on the 2008 election ballot that is titled ELIMINATES RIGHT OF SAME SEX COUPLES TO MARRY. The proposition will only recognize a marriage between men and women if the act is passed.
On this issue I'm somewhat in between. On one hand, I agree that individuals should have the right to wed anyone they wish. On the flipside, I feel that marriage is something that should be shared between and man and women. If I were home, and had to vote, I'm confident I would vote yes.
I would vote yes for a couple of reasons. One, for the reason that I stated above. Secondly, I think it is important for children to grow up with a mother and farther in the house. Children need that balance. A young boy should have a male figure in the home that can identify with and model himself after. A young lady should have the same thing. I think it important that we honor the true defintion of marriage, which is traditionally shared between a man and a women. There is also the issue of reproduction. Although there are ways for female homosexuals to have children, men are not presented with the same opportunity. Although the proposition will not eliminate homosexual relationships just conceal them, I think it is important that the issue is somewhat controlled.
http://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/bp_11042008_pres_general/prop_8_titlesummary.pdf
On this issue I'm somewhat in between. On one hand, I agree that individuals should have the right to wed anyone they wish. On the flipside, I feel that marriage is something that should be shared between and man and women. If I were home, and had to vote, I'm confident I would vote yes.
I would vote yes for a couple of reasons. One, for the reason that I stated above. Secondly, I think it is important for children to grow up with a mother and farther in the house. Children need that balance. A young boy should have a male figure in the home that can identify with and model himself after. A young lady should have the same thing. I think it important that we honor the true defintion of marriage, which is traditionally shared between a man and a women. There is also the issue of reproduction. Although there are ways for female homosexuals to have children, men are not presented with the same opportunity. Although the proposition will not eliminate homosexual relationships just conceal them, I think it is important that the issue is somewhat controlled.
http://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/bp_11042008_pres_general/prop_8_titlesummary.pdf
Sunday, November 2, 2008
A True Tragedy
By now, everyone is probably familiar with the Jennifer Hudson family tragedy. The former American Idol runner up recieved a phone call from her sister while on set shooting a film, to find out that her mother and her brother had been fatally wounded, and her nephew was missing. She would discover that her nephew was killed three days later.
This term im taking religious persons and traditions. Every since I enrolled into this course, it has open my eyes to see the true evil that goes on in our world. By no means was i ever blind to the issue, but now I look at situations like the Hudson tragedy and begin to realize what type of trouble we are in with senseless violence.
In religous class, we learned about the Parliament of World Religions, A conference that took place in Chicago of 1993 in order to define religions role in decreasing world violence. At the conferece, over 67 representatives from different countries and religions came up with four unequivocal committments that religion can increase the peace. The first suggestion promotes Non Violence and Respect for Human Life, something that we sincerely disregard
The first thing that popped into my mind when I first learned about the Hudson situation was "How could someone have such a low regard for the life of another human being." I was disgusted to say the least. I turn on the news everyday and read about many of the sick things that people do, but this by far struck me differently. Thinking about the state that Jennifer Hudson could be in almost brought me to tears. Losing her mother, which whom she was very close with, and her beloved brother and nephew.
One can only think is there anything that can be done to stop the senseless violence. Is there anything that can be done that will reach enough people and help them decide they wanna make a difference. I sure hope so, because the world we're living in has a lot of problems, and it is only getting worse.
This term im taking religious persons and traditions. Every since I enrolled into this course, it has open my eyes to see the true evil that goes on in our world. By no means was i ever blind to the issue, but now I look at situations like the Hudson tragedy and begin to realize what type of trouble we are in with senseless violence.
In religous class, we learned about the Parliament of World Religions, A conference that took place in Chicago of 1993 in order to define religions role in decreasing world violence. At the conferece, over 67 representatives from different countries and religions came up with four unequivocal committments that religion can increase the peace. The first suggestion promotes Non Violence and Respect for Human Life, something that we sincerely disregard
The first thing that popped into my mind when I first learned about the Hudson situation was "How could someone have such a low regard for the life of another human being." I was disgusted to say the least. I turn on the news everyday and read about many of the sick things that people do, but this by far struck me differently. Thinking about the state that Jennifer Hudson could be in almost brought me to tears. Losing her mother, which whom she was very close with, and her beloved brother and nephew.
One can only think is there anything that can be done to stop the senseless violence. Is there anything that can be done that will reach enough people and help them decide they wanna make a difference. I sure hope so, because the world we're living in has a lot of problems, and it is only getting worse.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
The End Is NEAR !!
With November 4th less than a week away, im sure everyone is excited and anxious. although Obama leads in the polls, the tension between the two campaigns is as if the race is deadlocked. This election has already proven to be historical, with the Hiliary almost up for election and Obama coming as far as he has. This has truly been an election for the history books, and if Obama holds on and wins the election, we would have the opportunity to witness one of the most historical happenings in American history, an African American as president of the United States. I feel that right now, republican or democrat, everyone wants to see a change from what has happened over the past 4 years in Washington. I think if McCain wins, Obama supporters will be dissapointed of course, but will have hope that McCain can help repair our ailing country, and Vis Versa. I am so excited to see what happens next week, and the new direction our country will go in.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Could Obama's Lead Be Deceiving ??
Because I am a Los Angeles native I am familiar with wat politicians have labeled the "Bradley Effect". The idea is coined after Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley, an African American who ran for governor in the early 1980's. Although the polls suggested that Bradley would be the run away victor, he lost to republican George Deukmejian.
The premise is this; the polls were inacurate because many voters who did not want to appear racist claimed they would choose Bradley. Obiviously, many of those who said they would vote for Bradley did not.
So does Obama have much to worry about? One can only conclude after analyzing the differences between now and then, how strongly the people feel about the issues that they need addresses, which could negate the subject of race, and the significance of the nomination under discussion.
Personally, I feel that America has progressed considerably since the 1980's. Although race is an issue, people are a lot more willing today to look beyond that as oppose to 20 plus years ago. This election has seen the highest number of young voters age 18-25 registered to vote in recent history. These young voters are of a completely different generation, one that has different views and mindsets of generations in the past, and a higher acceptance level for things that are unfamiliar. This age demographic will make a difference in this election. Combined with idea of the country in bad need of change race could have a minimal effect on this election.
Under the Bush administration the country has experienced a rough 8 years. Citizens white, black, republican, or democrat understand that the nation is in need of reform. Thus, Americans gave their ears open to anyone who can bring about the best change. Although McCain has tried to seperate himself from Bush and his ideas, Many Americans refer to him as "McBush", and exclaim that he would his term would be another four years of George Bush. Because of the unfortunate state that our country is in, the average person's focus is not race, but the candidate can help restore our nation.
Governor is an important position but it certainly does not compare to the president of the United States. I feel that Obama does not have to worry about the Bradley Effect because the nation has taken notice of what has occured over the last eight years. The nation is seeking someone who can reconcile our issues, the case is much more severe than governor.
Douglas Wilder suggested on CNN that this election could experience a reverse Bradley effect, and Obama's lead could in fact be larger than polls show, because they do not count the possible republicans who may vote for Obama.
The Bradley effect is something I considered when Obama was up for the Democratic nomination against Clinton. I was fearful that his small margin in actuality was a deficit. But in the case of the election, I do not feel the Bradley effect will cost Obama to much leverage, if any at all ....
http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/10/13/obama.bradley.effect/index.html
The premise is this; the polls were inacurate because many voters who did not want to appear racist claimed they would choose Bradley. Obiviously, many of those who said they would vote for Bradley did not.
So does Obama have much to worry about? One can only conclude after analyzing the differences between now and then, how strongly the people feel about the issues that they need addresses, which could negate the subject of race, and the significance of the nomination under discussion.
Personally, I feel that America has progressed considerably since the 1980's. Although race is an issue, people are a lot more willing today to look beyond that as oppose to 20 plus years ago. This election has seen the highest number of young voters age 18-25 registered to vote in recent history. These young voters are of a completely different generation, one that has different views and mindsets of generations in the past, and a higher acceptance level for things that are unfamiliar. This age demographic will make a difference in this election. Combined with idea of the country in bad need of change race could have a minimal effect on this election.
Under the Bush administration the country has experienced a rough 8 years. Citizens white, black, republican, or democrat understand that the nation is in need of reform. Thus, Americans gave their ears open to anyone who can bring about the best change. Although McCain has tried to seperate himself from Bush and his ideas, Many Americans refer to him as "McBush", and exclaim that he would his term would be another four years of George Bush. Because of the unfortunate state that our country is in, the average person's focus is not race, but the candidate can help restore our nation.
Governor is an important position but it certainly does not compare to the president of the United States. I feel that Obama does not have to worry about the Bradley Effect because the nation has taken notice of what has occured over the last eight years. The nation is seeking someone who can reconcile our issues, the case is much more severe than governor.
Douglas Wilder suggested on CNN that this election could experience a reverse Bradley effect, and Obama's lead could in fact be larger than polls show, because they do not count the possible republicans who may vote for Obama.
The Bradley effect is something I considered when Obama was up for the Democratic nomination against Clinton. I was fearful that his small margin in actuality was a deficit. But in the case of the election, I do not feel the Bradley effect will cost Obama to much leverage, if any at all ....
http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/10/13/obama.bradley.effect/index.html
Thursday, October 2, 2008
It All Started At About 9:30 p.m.
On October 1st at about 9:30 p.m. is when it all started. It was at this time that I realized i was catching the infamous "Bug" that seems to make his/herself into a large percentage of students' ammune systems every year around this time. It began in my left nostril, I realized it was no longer an air passage, more like a road block. Not to be out done, my right nostril followed, but he decided to transcend the issue by causing a funny clickin noise at every attempt to catch air. I figured that these were the early signs of a common cold, something that I would be able to shake with a little tea and a good nights rest. I don't think i've ever been more wrong before in my entire life
Im not a drinker but the feeling I had this AFTERNOON as I awoke had to be similiar to a hang over, but times 27. It was about 1:30 when I woke up, and I had the most excruciating headache ever. It felt as if i didnt gave a nose (It certainly was not serving a purpose), and my throat felt as if I swallowed a granade, in an attempt to rid my mouth of the rocks I must have been trying to gargle. My stomach must have waken me up, because once I came to the realization that I was in waking life and not dreaming, I heard my stomach make the most intimidating growl, it sounded like somethin off of the discovery channel. Lastly, for some odd reason my lower back was extremely tight and tense. The spasms felt as if my kidney's were inexperienced double ducthers, jumping hysterically but falling all over the place. I really gave an honest effort to get up and attend class, but my attempt was unsuccessful.
So overall my day has been pretty awful to say the least. But at least I know things cant get too much worse. I plan on goin to the health center soon so wish me luck!!
signing off: The worst day of my life, thus far ....
Im not a drinker but the feeling I had this AFTERNOON as I awoke had to be similiar to a hang over, but times 27. It was about 1:30 when I woke up, and I had the most excruciating headache ever. It felt as if i didnt gave a nose (It certainly was not serving a purpose), and my throat felt as if I swallowed a granade, in an attempt to rid my mouth of the rocks I must have been trying to gargle. My stomach must have waken me up, because once I came to the realization that I was in waking life and not dreaming, I heard my stomach make the most intimidating growl, it sounded like somethin off of the discovery channel. Lastly, for some odd reason my lower back was extremely tight and tense. The spasms felt as if my kidney's were inexperienced double ducthers, jumping hysterically but falling all over the place. I really gave an honest effort to get up and attend class, but my attempt was unsuccessful.
So overall my day has been pretty awful to say the least. But at least I know things cant get too much worse. I plan on goin to the health center soon so wish me luck!!
signing off: The worst day of my life, thus far ....
Monday, September 29, 2008
Thinking About My Journey As an Undergrad ..
I really have traveled a long winding road to becoming a senior. As time ticks down and I get closer to achieving my degree, I find myself continuously thinking about all of the hardwork that has gone into getting to this point. it truly amazes me.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
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