CLOSING TIME
As another semester comes to a close, I can't help but think of all those that I am leaving behind here. Honestly, I have lived with these people for 8 months of my life, and that isn't easily forgotten. I think that goodbyes will be very difficult. In the midst of confusion and bewilderment and merriment, we bonded. I can only pray that next year will be as good. It is increasingly apparent that I need to overcome my procrastination style tendencies and lack of focus, or they will be the death of me, or at least my grades. Anyway, not much to say for today, except that Fund Race is a very interesting site. IT was kind of neat punching in my old zip code... Goodnight
LA DEUXIÈME JOUR DE LA PRINTEMPS
Well, it is the second day of sping today, and I must say, the westher is not too bad. I expected much worse. Unfortunately, I am not enjoying much time outdoors due to homwework and other activities which keep me cooped up indoors all the time. It sure does make my walks to class nicer though. Anyway, I have a massive French speech to prepare tomorrow morning, so I will say goodnight.
ANOTHER DAY BITES THE DUST
I have successfully killed yet another day, although this one I believe was fruitful. I got my room cleaned, reformatted my computer, played snow soccer, etc. I am actually proud that I managed to accomplish something this evening. Tomorrow, however, will be crazy. I have a lot to do and absolutely not enough time to do it. That said, however, I am going to do my best to have fun in the process. I resolve to enjoy what I am learning, if I can. Still no luck on getting out of this place come summer. It is increasingly sounding like I will have to play things wild and crazy. It would also appear that I will be going out to Colorado and Yellowstone this summer, which is absolutely awesome. I was under the impression that I would get no time off. Well, much to get done tomorrow. I have to get some sleep so I can accomplish all that I need to.
FINALLY, THE SLEEP
No, not the final one, but I will get some decent rest tonight, which is only fitting since I have so much work to do. I have a hunch it will be go time until the exams in a week, and I need to conserve my energy. I have much to learn in organic and inorganic. I really wish to learn this material and do well on the final. I have been asked to speak on how being a Christian changes my world view, perception, and shapes my decisions. Should prove to be a good 5 minute speech, and that is all I have. I can't wait for this semester to be over. I need a break, as much as I don't want to leave Lister, I need the money. I need the break. My parents are going to Colorado this summer. I really want to join them. I love fooling around in the mountains. No time... Well, I am extremely tired. I am depending on tonight to refresh me, so I am going to hi tthe sack now. À bientôt.
THE NATURE OF PAIN
It seems odd, that every once in a while, my natural ability to deal with overwhelming pain and despair is thwarted, and I acutely feel something I would normally repress. Through factors in and out of my control, this occurs several times annually. Lack of sleep, stress, or strongly emotional events seem to cause me to become somewhat of a tzaddik, and it seems that I share the weight of pain of not only myself, but others around me. Social in nature, I share the griefs of those around me and their triumphs. This week seems to be one of those weeks. Perhaps this isn't an entirely bad thing. Deep, emotional pain must be experienced every so often; it reminds me in a way no other factor could that I am deeply human. It is good to reflect on the fact that the world in its nature in very unhappy due to the consequences of sin. The chasm created in the Fall is never more apparent than when one feels this way. Perhaps this could be called the midnight of the heart. I was deeply troubled to find that Spain's democratic elections were subverted by those of an incredibly violent and morbid nature. It is a sad world in which, those who spread their message through fear and death are allowed to accomplish their goals. And what good will this new government do for Spain. Is the lesson to be learned here that terrorists cannot be confronted. That what should be fixed is better left alone for fear of reprisal? No, it is a dark day. I have a massive lab report to turn in tomorrow morning, which will be followed by many hours of memorizing French, and do chemistry assignments. Seeing that I have much to do, I will go now...
KRAFT DINNER
For all two of you reading this, that's right. I have finally turned to my hateful nemesis -- Macaroni and Cheese... Ok, it really isn't that bad, and I haven't had it in months, incredibly. I got back from church rather late tonight, 8 PM. I was rather hungry and the caf had already closed down. I headed for the pantry and saw a lot of Kraft, so... I didn't get as much homework done this weekend as I had hoped. But I did figure out some more information on Saturday about how to get home, so it wasn't all bad. This will be a busy week, with a test in French on Thursday that I have to study hard for, and a test in economics on Tuesday that I also need to ace. I plan to spend a large chunck of tomorrow after class in the library with my notes and the textbook. Much to do, so Goodnight.
FLOOR GAMES
What a crazy night, honestly, I intended to go to bed at 12:30 tonight. However, I played the first game of Mafia with the floor, which quickly progressed to playing Twister, then Human Knot, and then keys, followed finally by a rambunctious (and violent) game of spoons, in which I can only say that I am lucky to not have been seriously injured. I did finish tied for first though.... Earlier, I had gone out to dinner with the floor, one last time, to Mongolie Grill, which was quite good, if a little pricy. I did really enjoy it, however. I really loaded up on the seafood, since billing was doen just by weight. The dinner put me into a bit of an introspective mood, however. I have lived with these people for seven months, and we have gotten very close. As much as I want to be done with the semester, it will be hard to just pack up and leave. I will really miss lliving here, strange as that sounds. I also went toa good lecture today put on by Campus for Christ. Very interesting. Tomorrow morning I have to wake up and do a lot of work, from inorganic chemistry to a biology lab report, 5 pages typed. So, with that... Vizitu min ankoraŭfoje
"SAVED!" ?
I swore I would not drink that much coffee after I couldn't fall asleep all night, and I did nit again. The upside? Well, I had zero problems staying awake in my class, consumption of almost a gram of pure caffeine will do that to you, on the other, hand, I felt buzzed, couldn't focus, and yeah, had one heck of a crash. Coffee in decent amounts, no more than one or two cups a day, is fine, any more than that, and well, there's a problem. I got a lot done today in one sense, and very little in the other. I didn't get as far as I hoped anyway, so I will be very busy this weekend. That said, I did get to play a game of volleyball with nine other people on more floor and that was a blast. Look for enjoyment in life's little pleasures. I ran across a movie called Saved! about a Baptist High School, and it certainly looks interesting. It is definitely a very dark look about the downsides of Chistians, or more so, it takes an attempted humorous look at those who would call themselves Christians, but maybe aren't there yet. The trailer is interesting to watch because I have run up against all the stereotypes they try to portray in this movie. You can take a look at it at it here Please note that I am in no way advocating this movie, as it looks like an immature examination. I would be interested in comments though, so pleas eleave a comment with your thoughts on the trailer if you watch it. Well, goodnight.
TUESDAY NIGHT & A SECOND CUP LATTÉ
Well, yet another long Tuesday has come and gone. Once again, I have arrived at the end of it, only to be exhausted from all the work that it entails. Of course, most of courses are at least mildly interesting, and Heaven knows I have to pay attention if I have a hope of passing the course in a month or so. Tonight's macro econ course had me and the rest of the course puzzling over the causes and effects of inflation. I had no idea the the Wizard of Oz was just a political allegory for the 1890's. Absolutely fascinating. This week, as ever, I am overburdened with needing to do assignements, and gasp, learn the material. That said. my spirits are high as the days get longer, sunnier, and a fair bit warmer. It was windy as ever, but I felt cheery. The only bad news? Somebody got stabbed in the science library today... Kind of freaky, I was right around there for class today.... Biology lab tomorrow morning, so I had best get my rest. À demain.
MORE SLEEP, LESS INTERNET
I think in the lead up to finals, and whatnot, I am going to spend less time on the computer, and more time with the books. I desperately need to do better in my classes, and the easiest way to do that is study and practice. To that end, I am going to bed earlier than I normally do, so goodnight.