Well, since last week, very little has been accomplished. i did move back home yesterday, but i'm still uncertain about life in general right now. My English instructor is really cool about me not turning in my midterm (it was due yesterday) because of my working 40 hours in three days and moving, so i have until Thursday to finish off that paper…hopefully, i will get the motivation tonight.
Also, my parents just joined for the summer at the sports club (which has a climbing wall and a pool)…i'm so there. i've already unpacked my harness and gear and am ready to go! Also, i may actually get a tan this year after all! (i'm a burnt red right now).
And, for those sappy romantic types (i hope none of my faithful readers are those!), “Mostly Martha” is calling you. And, watch it on a full stomach. It's better that way….trust me.
Archive for June, 2004
Yup, no Latin today. i almost skipped my other classes today, but i went the whole two hours because i missed yesterday (i was sick). So, in my Ethics class, we began discussing the topic of abortion. The jury's still out, but it doesn't look like either of the extreme sides (the Natural Law Theory side taken by most right-wing religious groups and the Libertarian Choice taken by most feminists and left-wing everybodies).
Things are going pretty well as i have finished paying off the Summer tuition and have no major bills to pay in the next few weeks. Because i'm now working 4-5 days a week, i'm making around $300 a week in tips (and only about 25 hours at the $2.13 wage). i should be able to get the $1800 for the Fall semester in about 5 weeks, meaning that for the first time in about 2 years, i'll be making money to spend!!! i can see the hole in my pocket widening already (ok, maybe not).
i was speaking with one of my friends from up North (which is basically the rest of the USA) and she, along with some friends, are going backpacking in Europe next year after graduation…and i've been unofficially invited. i can't wait (although i'll have to for about 11 months). Being that i could not go to Austria for the year abroad, this will be a good way to make up that lost time in Europe. Heck, maybe i'll like it so much, i'll move there!
Well, i'm out to go do some chores around the house. Ciao.
No TagsWell, following the crowd (thanks Kalamos!), here’s a funny make-up:
| How to make a Jesus |
| Ingredients: 1 part friendliness 3 parts arrogance 1 part [????] |
| Method: Add to a cocktail shaker and mix vigorously. Add a little cocktail umbrella and a dash of emotion |
Personality cocktail
From Go-Quiz.com
And, now, for me:
| How to make a tenthyearjunior |
| Ingredients: 3 parts friendliness 1 part self-sufficiency 3 parts joy |
| Method: Add to a cocktail shaker and mix vigorously. Serve with a slice of emotion and a pinch of salt. Yum! |
Personality cocktail
From Go-Quiz.com
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Notice that “topher” is what makes me angry and ambitious…hmmm…
Also, if it goes into lowercase…
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So, you can choose for yourself wich one fits me best.
On a different note, i have been reading The Story We Find Ourselves In: Further Adventures of a New Kind of Christian by Brian McLaren. i have been unfortunate to not yet have read the first book (A New Kind of Christian), but he assures me that i needn’t read the first to understand this one. So far, the thing that struck me the most is the point i have not yet reached, but am longing for: “She was expressive, but she wasn’t the least bit pushy or obnoxious about it,’ Kerry explained. ‘She was so completely sincere and so completely herself that you just accepted her singing and enthusiasm as part of who she was, like her brown skin or black hair or big smile. Somehow, she could be so…’religious’ doesn’t seem like the right word…she could be so happy without expecting anybody else to be. And that made everyone love her” (14). The character here is describing another character who is extensively following Jesus, but without the pushiness most evangelicals strive for. Her faith was as much a part of her as her skin color. It wasn’t something she needed to defend or sell, it was simply her.
Yup. Five long years. That's how long ago i graduated from high school. And, to remind of that fact, today was my five year reunion. It started with a mass (i went to a catholic high school) led by one of our favorite priests (who still teaches there, despite his age). Mass was followed by a tour of the new renovations (all $3+ million). Man, with all the new additions, i'm rather peeved because (1) the new science and computer labs beat a number of college labs (the 5 science labs had nice computers at each desk with a master PC at the teacher's podium), and (2) the new additions are so much better than our 1926 (year the current school building was built) equipment. The've added a student commons (really large lounge) underneath the 2nd floor library (where we used to hang out in the heat). The entire city block behind the school is now a large multi-purpose yard (and the street between the two is now privately owned by the school….and fenced in). It makes me jealous because when i was there, we had really crappy stuff and now the new kids get all these cool toys. OK, enough of my griping.
After the tour, we had our reunion at the Rock and Bowl bowling alley (where we actually rented the entire building….yes the entire bowling alley). Our $30 for the reunion included free draft beer, food, bowling, pictures, and cover charge for the concert that started after our reunion. It's interesting to see how some people have changed and some have not. Some guys look the exact the same as they did five years ago, others were hardly recognizable (e.g.: me, according to everybody). Out of the 273 that graduated in 1999, 4 have died (1 of a heart attack during baseball practice, 1 of suicide, 1 of murder, 1 of car accident) and about 150 showed up today. i was upset that some of my best friends from high school didn't show up, but it was quite fun. After two games of bowling 100's (and i made second place both times), i then started bowling well (3 strikes and a spare in a row)….of course, we weren't playing anymore.
So, the night was nice and relaxing.
So, it's been a while since i last posted…let me give a quick update because it is late…
On Saturday, 29 May, my grandfather passed away…peacefully. On Sunday, my day was spent with my grandmother and her two sons (one being my father) at the funeral home making the arrangements for the funeral. i worked that night. i also began sleeping over at my grandmother's house (as she is now alone in that big house of hers).
On Monday, i spent the day with my grandmother and my father (and his family). i again spent the night over at my grandmother's house.
On Tuesday, the funeral was held. It was amazing to see how many people came to either (1) give their respect to my grandfather OR (2) give support to my grandmother (and my great-grandmother). i served as a pallbearer in the procession. The whole day was beautifully run and ended quite positively with a small gathering at my grandmother's house (where we recounted the many funny stories about my grandfather). On Wednesday, i went to school to try to recover my classes (they were all dropped because i didn't make it to fee payment on Monday). i again spent the night at my grandmothers.
Thursday began the summer semester for me. i was able to recover two of my original classes: Ethics and Latin 1. While in Latin 1, my professor told me that because of my prior experience (3 years of Latin in high school….6 years ago), i would be extremely bored in the class and should move up to the second semester. So, i did. i was also able to pick up a class i need to graduate (Literature: Intro to Poetry and Drama…yay!). Now, all i need is that lab on Monday and i'll be fine (i just grabbed that Lab on Thursday…now if i could switch to the Monday lab). My classes are going well…it looks like a nice, easy summer.
Also, Blockbuster now has this netao thing where you get unlimted rentals (2 at a time) for a month for $25. That's about 7 rentals…i've rented 3. The Core is a decent movie (it lacks a good foundation in reality and it tries to be funny only to be really cheesy). Last Samurai is cool. Princess and the Warrior is awesome (strange…but awesome).
Friday, i returned home and worked.
Saturday, i cleaned up the kennel (we were getting a bee infestation….bees can't drink bleach, btw…) and slept over my grandmother's house. She's getting me a pre-paid cell phone until i get my own. Sunday (i.e. today) i spent the day with her. i started playing FFV (for the first time, amazingly….even though i've owned it for over a year)…pretty cool. i went to work today and got a “promotion” to closer (one of the two who check the other workers out and keeps tables the latest). Christian groups suck at tipping. Period. A tip should be around 15% (unless REALLY crappy) and higher for excellent service. 15% of $80 is $10….give or take. $5 is not a good tip…nor is it a big tip…especially for good service.
So, after closing, i brought one of the waitresses home (her car's in the shop) and had an interesting conversation with her. She is living with her now ex-boyfriend (he was cheating on her) in a 2 bedroom apartment…how fun!
Alright, it's late….i need to be up in less than 6 hours…Good night!
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