Seems like the weather has finally decided to cool off a little here. It has been so hot lately that you would think we were still in the middle of summer, instead of October being right around the corner. I know I live in Florida and I know it is hot here, but I think I can safely say that it has been unseasonably hot for the past few weeks.
I was so happy this morning when I realized it was cool enough outside that I could open up the windows for awhile. It also made the cats very happy and they have spent the morning dashing from one window to the other to look out and feel the cool breeze on their faces.
In other news, there really isn't any news. Still putting out applications and keeping my fingers crossed. Bo's first show with his band is this weekend, so we are both getting excited about that! And that's all I really have this morning.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Streamlining
So, I've added a gadget to my iGoogle page which allows me to post directly to this blog. Hopefully, that will help me make posts more often since I have my iGoogle page open almost anytime I am online. Part of my problem with making blog entries is that I just don't go to the Blogger main page. I don't think about it that often. If I am offline and think of something to say, I usually forget about it or get distracted by something else when I sign in. So, we'll see how this works.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
One year later
So, it has been almost a year since my last post....and what a year it has been. So much and so little has happened and it has been a very frustrating time for me. That's probably one of the reasons that I haven't posted anything. I haven't been very keen on reflecting on my life lately.
Just a quick update for now, with more to come later.
I finished my Master's degree and graduated in May. It was rather stressful towards the end, but everything turned out just fine. My defense went surprisingly well, though I got a last minute shock when my advisor requested that I re-write a couple sections and add some more info. He had been away on leave during most of my writing phase and he felt my thesis needed to go in a slightly different direction. So, with all that, I ended up delaying my graduation to finish my thesis.
Though I was finishing up the thesis, I started looking for work in December. No luck yet...though I've gotten close a few times. That's the main reason for my frustration. I had hoped to have a job by this point, but it seems the odds are stacked against me. Thankfully, I have landed a part-time job and that has been a big help paying the bills. I don't know how long it will last and I keep hoping that I'll find a permanent position in a museum soon.
I try to keep my hopes up, but sometimes there just isn't much to be hopeful about. Little things do keep me going, but they are coming few and far between. Wish me luck.
Just a quick update for now, with more to come later.
I finished my Master's degree and graduated in May. It was rather stressful towards the end, but everything turned out just fine. My defense went surprisingly well, though I got a last minute shock when my advisor requested that I re-write a couple sections and add some more info. He had been away on leave during most of my writing phase and he felt my thesis needed to go in a slightly different direction. So, with all that, I ended up delaying my graduation to finish my thesis.
Though I was finishing up the thesis, I started looking for work in December. No luck yet...though I've gotten close a few times. That's the main reason for my frustration. I had hoped to have a job by this point, but it seems the odds are stacked against me. Thankfully, I have landed a part-time job and that has been a big help paying the bills. I don't know how long it will last and I keep hoping that I'll find a permanent position in a museum soon.
I try to keep my hopes up, but sometimes there just isn't much to be hopeful about. Little things do keep me going, but they are coming few and far between. Wish me luck.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Friday, October 31, 2008
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Fun with religion and politics
Election day is creeping closer and closer and I guess some people are just getting really desperate to influence voters.
Today, there were 2 different evangelists on campus. And these guys were making it clear that they didn't plan this. It was, to quote one of them, "a divine sign that God really wanted preachers here to spread the word today." Although, I've never heard of anyone converting college students by yelling at them. Usually, they just yell right back. And today was no exception.
Of course, their true purpose today was to influence the powerful young vote represented by students on a college campus. Mixed-in with their typical speeches about the evils of abortion, gay marriage, drugs, etc., the preachers are encouraging people to "Vote for Life" or "Vote for God" by voting McCain/Palin.
I stopped and listened for awhile. I was saddened by how much fear and anger their were inserting into their rhetoric. They referred to "Barack Hussein Obama" and brandished a Koran, calling it "the book of evil and death." Its nothing new...I've been hearing this for the past few weeks in the news and such. It just disturbed me even more to see it in person. I'm very troubled by the lies that have been perpetuated throughout this election season, mostly from the religious right. Now, I'm not a practicing Christian, but I was raised with Christian ideals and this just seems so very wrong to me. Christianity is supposedly a religion of peace, forgiveness and understanding. How can these Christians spread such hatred and anger? They are doing the exact same thing they claim Islam does. Even if I wasn't an Obama supporter, I'd still be upset. I'm also worried about what is going to happen to this country the day after the election. There are going to be a lot of people out there who are disappointed and angry, no matter who wins. I just hope we can all retain our common sense.
Today, there were 2 different evangelists on campus. And these guys were making it clear that they didn't plan this. It was, to quote one of them, "a divine sign that God really wanted preachers here to spread the word today." Although, I've never heard of anyone converting college students by yelling at them. Usually, they just yell right back. And today was no exception.
Of course, their true purpose today was to influence the powerful young vote represented by students on a college campus. Mixed-in with their typical speeches about the evils of abortion, gay marriage, drugs, etc., the preachers are encouraging people to "Vote for Life" or "Vote for God" by voting McCain/Palin.
I stopped and listened for awhile. I was saddened by how much fear and anger their were inserting into their rhetoric. They referred to "Barack Hussein Obama" and brandished a Koran, calling it "the book of evil and death." Its nothing new...I've been hearing this for the past few weeks in the news and such. It just disturbed me even more to see it in person. I'm very troubled by the lies that have been perpetuated throughout this election season, mostly from the religious right. Now, I'm not a practicing Christian, but I was raised with Christian ideals and this just seems so very wrong to me. Christianity is supposedly a religion of peace, forgiveness and understanding. How can these Christians spread such hatred and anger? They are doing the exact same thing they claim Islam does. Even if I wasn't an Obama supporter, I'd still be upset. I'm also worried about what is going to happen to this country the day after the election. There are going to be a lot of people out there who are disappointed and angry, no matter who wins. I just hope we can all retain our common sense.
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Election
The day is getting so close, and I can't help but be nervous. All these ridiculous stunts and accusations flying fast and furious are getting annoying. Yes, the RNC spent way to much money on Palin's wardrobe, Obama is visiting his ailing grandmother, and a mentally ill McCain volunteer faked a politically motivated attack. Why is it that people care about such fluff news where there are more serious issues out there?
I'm not saying that these news stories aren't important. People do have a right to know what is going on in this election and what kind of people the candidates are. These stories are providing information that the general population should know. My problem is that these stories are taking precedence over more important issues. Instead of learning more about the campaign's economic policies, foreign policity, plans for the future, potential cabinet members or other such important news, all I see in the daily headlines is more and more minor news.
Maybe we're just so close to the election that the general population has already heard all the talking points, so they aren't news any more. I disagree and would love to hear more, but I guess I'm in the minority. Regardless, I have made up my mind and I have already cast my vote thanks to the early voting laws in Florida. After considering the issues and doing research on my own, I'm proud to say that I voted for Barack Obama and Joe Biden yesterday. Now I just have to wait and hope.
I'm not saying that these news stories aren't important. People do have a right to know what is going on in this election and what kind of people the candidates are. These stories are providing information that the general population should know. My problem is that these stories are taking precedence over more important issues. Instead of learning more about the campaign's economic policies, foreign policity, plans for the future, potential cabinet members or other such important news, all I see in the daily headlines is more and more minor news.
Maybe we're just so close to the election that the general population has already heard all the talking points, so they aren't news any more. I disagree and would love to hear more, but I guess I'm in the minority. Regardless, I have made up my mind and I have already cast my vote thanks to the early voting laws in Florida. After considering the issues and doing research on my own, I'm proud to say that I voted for Barack Obama and Joe Biden yesterday. Now I just have to wait and hope.
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