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Reset or Renewed Interest?
I’m doing well this Semester and feel like I’m understanding concepts, systems and pathophysiology much better. Is the second time the charm, or do I just have a great memory for concepts?
Perhaps a little of both, but having more time to myself, is a gift I am cherishing. I miss my friends, who have moved on to the next level. I don’t however, miss the drama that came with some of them. You know, those attention/emotion vampires, who suck the energy right out of you, but don’t seem to have time to listen when you want to vent.
I thought I’d learned how to spot them in college (in the late 80s/90s), but now that I’m back in school, I fell back into the “trap.” So, maybe it is a blessing to be in class with people I don’t have a close relationship with. It’s much easier to play the role of “loner,” this way.
From George Takei’s Blog
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As a progressive, left-leaning moderate Latina, I can relate to Mr. Takei’s observations. I also miss the GOP of “old,” before it was engulfed by hate mongers out to demonize people who did not agree with their bizarre ideas.
In a catastrophic FAIL, I forgot Music Monday. *slaps forehead*
Perhaps you’ll be glad to know why I forgot music monday. I’ve been working on this book all weekend. (Working on, not publishing…)
The trailer is a sneak peak. I know it says “available now” at the end, but it LIES!
You probably picture me spending the Labor Day weekend like this.
Or maybe like this.
But this was my reality.
But the question is, did I finish it?
Yep.
I rewrote about a third of the book.
Ended up adding over five thousand words.
And right now I am waiting for my editor to check for type-os before I publish it.
So I’ll post a few quotes to tide you over while we wait.
Dear lord, he was already picturing her skirt bunched up around her waist and her panties clenched in his fist. ~Tempt Me
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2012 Election and Ladybits
I know who I am voting for this Presidential election cycle. I signed up to support Barack Obama on the day he announced his candidacy. Worked on his campaign through the rough primaries against Hilary Clinton, when we thought we were down and out. Participated, as a Delegate to my State Convention and stayed up, with my husband, to watch election returns.
My husband, a Reagan Republican and Army Veteran, and I cried when we realized we became a part of history, when Obama was elected President of the United States. I continue to support the President, even though he and I hold differing views on several subjects – namely bringing home our troops on a shorter timetable.
But, the past couple of years have been rather revealing in the area of Women’s Rights. I have watched those rights being eroded away, legislatively, by what I now call the “scared, impotent, angry, bigoted, WASPy, men/boys.” They are led by those “boys” – you know the ones – from high school and college that were whiners. They whined when there was a test. They whined when they had to practice to stay on sports teams. And, they whined when the women, they were having sex with, requested they engage in a little foreplay before pumping twice, sweating, coming and passing out, cold. There are many variations of this scenario – some involving alcohol, drugs, coercion, violence, etc. But, the gist is the same – selfishness.
I believe the “War on Women,” has been orchestrated by these “boys,” in order to retaliate against those girls who held them to a higher standard, that they couldn’t, or were simply too lazy, to reach. So, what do they do? Attack women at the very heart of womanhood – reproductive rights.
Quick anatomy lesson: Only women can become pregnant. Therefore, the onus of responsibility for contraception falls more heavily on the woman. I am, by no means, talking about people in loving, responsible relationships where there is open communication, respect and a mutual understanding of reproductive choices. I happen to be in such a relationship, with a man who knows what to do to get me going. Yes, I know I’m blessed. And so does he.
No, I’m talking about perfect strangers, namely middle-aged men who want to regulate other people’s lives. They’ve infused their warped sense of morality with their leadership roles in order to force women to conform to standards they’ve developed, based in part, on pre-Women’s Movement stereotypes of women, as “wives” and “mothers.” In other words, the “baby makers.”
Well, I say….ENOUGH. Actually, I’d like to say, “Go fuck yourselves,” but I think they would enjoy that too much. So, my sincerest wish for all of them is this: I hope women vote them the hell out of office with our cast iron vaginas, steel-belted cervices, and fully locked and loaded uteri. Because a woman brought each and every one of them into this world, it’s only right that women take them out.
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Energetic music to combat storm fatigue caused by TS/Hurricane Isaac. LINKIN PARK!!! Enjoy!
So, so, so busy this weekend!
SO…
Music Monday. I didn’t forget! I’ll take a few minutes to rock.
with Linkin Park.
Awesome! Breaking the Habit.
Enjoy! Papercut.
Dude, has a Gabe mohawk. Sweet!
Love! In The End.
I would totally do them in the rain.
Have a great week!
Back to School
After much soul searching, crying, feeling hopeless and lost and eventually, determined…I am back in school with a renewed sense of interest. I miss all my friends, but this Semester is about ME. It is an opportunity to reassess how I learn and how to better manage my time.
Had I not experienced some difficulties and setbacks, last semester, I would not know that I have ADHD, which had a significant impact on my success in taking standardized tests. Since, there were few Learning Specialists in colleges in the 1980s and 1990s, and I was successful in school, it never occurred to me, once I entered the professional working world, to be tested for learning challenges.
Until Spring 2012 semester, where I felt beyond overwhelmed by the material. I felt as if I couldn’t quiet my mind enough to focus on one task at a time and was easily distracted. I was mad at myself, because I couldn’t figure out what I was doing “wrong.”
A wonderful Learning Specialist, whom I suspect is several years younger than I, recommended I see a therapist and be tested for learning challenges, especially with regards to concentration. This woman opened up a new world for me and is helping me understand how to organize my materials to maximize my skills and minimize my stress!
For the first time, in a long time, I feel like success is attainable! I wish you all the best as you return to school, or welcome a new season!
“Half the Sky”Trailer by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn
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Mark your calendars. Turn oppression into opportunity. Empower women.
Olympic Withdrawal
The 2012 London Olympics have ended. London hosted great games and showcased British culture and beautiful scenery. I really liked the Opening and Closing Ceremonies and how they both honored and celebrated several generations of the “British Invasion” music. I felt like it was a trip through my iPod!
Get ready to samba in Rio de Janeiro!
Local Theater and Arts Community
I attended American Stage’s production of “The Foreigner.” It reminded me how much I enjoy local/community theater and that it only exists with through the generous support of local patrons and businesses. I am lucky to live in a town that can host the Vans Warped Tour, Anti-Warpt, Circus McGurkis, the Florida Orchestra, Tropical Heatwave and feature sculptures by area schoolchildren on yet another – all within a couple months.
The health and diversity of a community can often be seen in the strength of its arts scene. I hope we continue to value and grow arts in our area.
Glimpse into the Soul of an Olympian
See post below for full story. (Damn you WordPress for not letting me write the post the way I wanted to!)
Yesterday, Felix Sanchez, of the Domincan Republic won the gold medal in the 400-meter hurdles. For a small Caribbean nation, this is justification for a huge day of national celebration. But, there is so much more to Felix Sanchez.
Sanchez, a decorated athlete and 2004 gold medalist, failed to qualify for the 2008 Beijing Olympics event final. During preliminary competition, he received news that his beloved abuela had passed away. Distraught, he competed, but his mind, and heart were with his family.
Four years later, Sanchez, once again in the finals for the 400-meter hurdles, carried a photo of his abuela with him. Seeing him run, I got the sense that he was propelled by an otherworldly energy and joy. I knew his grandmother was right beside him, encouraging him to be his best. And, on that day, he was the best athlete.
But, what made this a moment I would never forget, was Sanchez’s reaction during the medal ceremony. Once the hymn of the Dominican Republic began to play, he was overcome with emotion. As the music reached its crescendo, he was openly sobbing and I cried right along with him, and for him. A moment filled with so much joy, but bittersweet, because he would never share it with this grandmother.
Sometimes it’s good to be reminded that the Olympics should transcend sport and bring us closer together, through our shared humanity.
Being 40-something
I’m in my mid-40s, born in the late 1960s and graduated high school in the mid-1980s. I don’t discuss my actual age, because there are days I feel much older and days I feel like I’m still in my 20s….er….30s.
Don’t know if I’m going through a midlife crisis of sorts, but I do realize that while my mind is sharper, I have to work doubly hard to make sure my body is healthy. Ugh.
Watching the Olympics has certainly brought me in touch with my mortality. Watching the “older” athletes (who are still much younger than I am), has inspired me to continue to pursue health and fitness, rather than “losing weight” and “exercising.”
So, I continue to strive for progress, rather than perfection. Although, good foundation garments are a must!
WordPress for Android…or Attempting to Blog From My Droid 4
Hopefully, this posts makes it, as it’s my first attempt at phone blogging. And, I’ve already decided that it’s too hard to do, even with my beloved qwerty keyboard.
Crap. How do I get it to actually post this, now?
Am I the only one out there that isn’t addicted to Pinterest, like a junkie on the corner of Crack and 8-Ball? I’ve got an account and some boards, but after spending two days looking at complete strangers’ photos, I got bored.
What am I missing?!
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