Ever look in the mirror and not really recognize the person looking back? As if you’re looking at someone almost you, but not quite? I had that tonight. I’m not sure who was looking back at me… I even took off my glasses to see if that made the difference. Read more…
I did it! As of today I officially applied for the one “dream job” that I could find/think of for my skills, interests, and profession. Have you ever heard of the Smithsonian in Washington D.C.? Yeah, the main headquarters of the Smithsonian Institute are in this castle. (And you thought Read more…
I was very happy that day. In Portugal. At the beach. Dancing across Europe. Sometimes lately, though I feel more like this. My days aren’t quite so bad as all that, but there are definite moments, which seem to increase in frequency, when I just have a ruff rough time Read more…
I am back! Europe was wonderful, filled with amazing stories. I always enjoy getting away and being more or less disconnected for a few weeks. It’s like pushing a big RESET button on life, and when you get back and pick up the pieces of normalcy again, you feel rejuvenated Read more…
I meant to go to a concert in Orem. I meant to go running. (I suppose I still could…) I did finish my thesis revisions, and I can’t wait to get the final signatures and call everything DONE. I probably should be doing laundry, or writing a packing list, or Read more…
Dear dude on that ldsdating.site, I’m tired of you, collectively speaking. Yes, yes, there are some true gems on there. I do believe that. I mean… I’m on there. But let’s face it: you’re most likely talking to me because of my looks. Flattering, maybe, but it gets old super fast. Read more…
Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence in society. Mark Twain (1835-1910) Mark Twain was a smart man. And funny. I saw that quote last night and thought it merited preservation here. It also makes me feel somewhat better about my recent influx of clothing. One Read more…
My thesis is done!!! It feels amazing. It is officially 123 pages long, with 7 intro pages and 10 bibliography pages, 4 chapters, 1 map and 6 photographs. And I feel awesome!! What started in 2005 as an idea to visit Ireland has turned into a Master Thesis and degree Read more…