#1 - The Weather:
It can never seem to make up its mind.
Like today, it was a torrential downpour outside and became progressively colder all day. It's twice as worse because, in Indiana, the weather already can't make up its mind.
#2 - Valentine's Day:
This holiday is crap.
When you care about, or love, someone you shouldn't need one random ass day in February to be the day to show it. Do it all the time. And it's not like you can avoid this made up holiday. It's always in your face.
#3 - It's the 2nd month of the year:
The luster of the new year has worn off.
And, chances are, there's someone in your neighborhood, maybe even in your home, that has yet to remove all their Christmas decorations. It's sad. Sad that the Holidays are gone and sad they're so lazy.
#4 - No more NFL:
I nearly forgot this one.
And how could I? This is may be #1 for others, but other sports can usually fill the void left by football for me. It's made worse by the fact that MLB starts to gear up around this time.
I hate, absolutely hate, baseball.
February is so crummy it can't even make up its mind on how many days it should have.
There are only two good things about this month.
My friend Andrea's birthday (the 5th)...
...and conversation hearts (they are delicious, especially the ones en espanol).
So, to summarize. February sucks.
"Unwell" - Matchbox Twenty
Monday, February 21, 2011
Sunday, February 13, 2011
A Beautiful Place
That's one of the many ways you can describe Rocky Mountain National Park.
It is breath-taking there. And I mean that literally (it's pretty high up) and figuratively.
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| Long's Peak |
The first time I visited there was back in the Summer of '08 with my little bro, Cam, and our dad. I had fun, but I was not a happy person back then. I was horribly out of shape (read: fatty) and hiking to 12,000+ ft. is really not the easiest thing to do when you're not fit. Yet I still enjoyed it out there because I love nature and simply getting away from things. (hiking along the Continental Divide is a great way to do that)
We went back again the following Summer ('09) and I was still out of shape and still unhappy. It is no fun when you have to tell your dad and brother you can't go any further because you're exhausted. I still made it pretty far into the trails, but holy shit is it demoralizing to quit when you're surrounded by all that stunning scenery. At least the view is incredible when you have quit.
This time I was the one leading the trails. I actually had to slow down on our hikes because I was trucking along. It felt so good. I wasn't sure that all my exercising had been enough, but when you don't feel the need to take a break while hiking Long's Peak, then you've definitely made a significant change.
I don't know when I'll be able to return to Rocky Mountain National Park because my hope is to have a job after I graduate (finally) this May. I would love to make a trip out there this March on my Spring Break, but I've no one to do this with and that's part of the fun of going; making the long drive out there with people you enjoy being around.
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Sitting at 13,000+ ft. |
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| We have to hike all the way back through that!? |
It is probably my favorite place in the world at this point in my life. It's a place where I can recharge, unwind, be pensive, get a great workout in, and, oh yeah, take kick ass pictures.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Videogame Face
You know what it is. If you've ever looked over at a friend while they are playing a videogame, you've noticed that focused/determined look in their eyes; like they are in a trance. The slightly opened mouth that sometimes happens in times of extreme pressure or intense focus.
Everyone has a videogame face.
It's like an ohhh face. Not as awkward, but just as funny.
And I'm going to start posting people's videogame faces on here. I should post the game they're playing too. Perhaps a trend will emerge? Hahaha.
Andrea James playing SSX 3 and Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Inheritance
It is weird how we embody our parents. How a thing like personality or demeanor can be passed on. I am so like my mom in some ways. I would say that the traits I love most in myself are ones that you could find in her as well.
We are both so thoughtful. What is a simple gift we put together for someone, would be considered extravagant for most.
That thoughtfulness extends beyond simply giving someone a gift.
No. It's the meaning the gift has to its receiver. The way it's wrapped. The way you give it to them.
I said this to my mom last night, "it's all about the presentation".
I'm pretty sure I've heard her say that before.
The thing I inherited that I love most, however, is that I just do these things because it's part of my nature. I don't consider it to be going out of my way to put a lot of thought into a gift for someone. It just feels right when I do it.
My mom is pretty awesome. And, by the transitive property, so am I.
Hahaha. I am so modest sometimes.
Ok. Random thought time:
-Jan. 29, 2011-
"I better get at least a hug or a kiss on the cheek out of this."
Saturday, January 29, 2011
The Blog Ultimatum
What's that in the sky? A bird? A plane?
No. It's a new blog.
To echo a sentiment I expressed in a blog nearly a year ago, "I am truly a failure as a blogger".
I think the best way to remedy my blogging dysfunction is to keep things short. No long wind stories of how I like some girl and don't know how to tell her.
Who honestly wants to read that?
I don't even want to read that.
Those are the worst kind of blogs. Just tell the damn person how you feel for crying out loud. Hopefully they feel the same way and if they don't, maybe they'll come to feel that way. But more importantly, don't expect someone to magically fall in love with you. The reality is you may actually have to put in some work and will likely be burned time and time again.
You see what I just did there?
That's a condensed version of one of those very blogs.
I know. Devilishly clever of me, wasn't it?
But back to the actual point I was making. This blog will only be short thoughts, stupid thought, musings, ideas, stupid ideas, etc. Until I can actually string together a good month or two of blogging, I will not be trying to write a lengthy blog.
A good analogy would be someone whom hasn't run in ages going out and expecting to run a considerable distance. That shit's not going to happen. You've got to build up to it.
That's a brilliant analogy if I do say so myself.
And with that ultimatum, here are some thoughts:
-Jan. 24, 2011-
"It is a wonderful, powerful feeling when you make someone smile. There may not be a thing I'd rather see than someone smile because of me."
-Jan. 28, 2011-
"Wouldn't you rather wonder 'what if I had not', not 'what if I had'." I think it'd be easier to live with the result of having acted instead of having not done anything at all."
-Jan. 22, 2011-
"Expecting a person to act any way other than the way that they are is irresponsible. And to do that to a friend is even worse. Accept people for who they are. It will make your life infinitely easier."
-Numerous times in the past few months-
"Eventually you are going to meet some girl who is going to think everything about you is fabulous." (I love my mom)
-Jan. 16, 2011-
"Unbeknownst to me, all these years, I've been wearing 'The Friend Zone' by Calvin Klein. (that one is my favorite)
Later.
No. It's a new blog.
To echo a sentiment I expressed in a blog nearly a year ago, "I am truly a failure as a blogger".
I think the best way to remedy my blogging dysfunction is to keep things short. No long wind stories of how I like some girl and don't know how to tell her.
Who honestly wants to read that?
I don't even want to read that.
Those are the worst kind of blogs. Just tell the damn person how you feel for crying out loud. Hopefully they feel the same way and if they don't, maybe they'll come to feel that way. But more importantly, don't expect someone to magically fall in love with you. The reality is you may actually have to put in some work and will likely be burned time and time again.
You see what I just did there?
That's a condensed version of one of those very blogs.
I know. Devilishly clever of me, wasn't it?
But back to the actual point I was making. This blog will only be short thoughts, stupid thought, musings, ideas, stupid ideas, etc. Until I can actually string together a good month or two of blogging, I will not be trying to write a lengthy blog.
A good analogy would be someone whom hasn't run in ages going out and expecting to run a considerable distance. That shit's not going to happen. You've got to build up to it.
That's a brilliant analogy if I do say so myself.
And with that ultimatum, here are some thoughts:
-Jan. 24, 2011-
"It is a wonderful, powerful feeling when you make someone smile. There may not be a thing I'd rather see than someone smile because of me."
-Jan. 28, 2011-
"Wouldn't you rather wonder 'what if I had not', not 'what if I had'." I think it'd be easier to live with the result of having acted instead of having not done anything at all."
-Jan. 22, 2011-
"Expecting a person to act any way other than the way that they are is irresponsible. And to do that to a friend is even worse. Accept people for who they are. It will make your life infinitely easier."
-Numerous times in the past few months-
"Eventually you are going to meet some girl who is going to think everything about you is fabulous." (I love my mom)
-Jan. 16, 2011-
"Unbeknownst to me, all these years, I've been wearing 'The Friend Zone' by Calvin Klein. (that one is my favorite)
Later.
Friday, July 9, 2010
The Obligatory LeBron James Blog
For several years now I've held a strong dislike for LeBron James. The amount of praise leveled in his direction, for someone who hadn't earned it (read: NBA championships), was, and still is, astounding to me. And every time he would fail, the blame wouldn't lie with him, but with the Cavs organization for not supplying him with adequate help. All those 'witnesses' definitely witnessed something. Unfortunately for them they were successful regular seasons followed by playoff flops.
More than anything the thing that bothered me most was how LeBron always did the politically correct thing. Every action appeared to be calculated so that he was loved more and more. It was nauseating; mostly because people were so blind to how narcissistic he was and still is.
I think one of the first glimpses we saw of the 'real' LeBron was when he walked off the court following the Cavs defeat at the hands of the Magic in the '09 playoffs. He actually seemed human and fallible. One of the things I dislike most is when a person puts on a facade and hides their true nature.
When it was announced that LeBron wanted to make his 'decision' during a hour-long special on ESPN I couldn't help but laugh. It was the ultimate ego-maniacal move. The height of arrogance. Of course he would donate all the advertising revenue to The Boys and Girls Club, but when you're LeBron James you can afford to do this. You see whether, or not, LeBron went to the Heat or Knicks or Bulls or back to Cleveland he was saying to the rest of the NBA, in particular Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh, "you guys may have been a big story when you announced that you're going to Miami together, but I'm still the No. 1 attraction in the NBA".
And with LeBron's 'decision' all the unquestioning followers of the 'King' (I called him 'prince' because a king would have at least one ring) have awakened to the realization that LeBron is not, as the media previously had you believing, a great guy.
He's just a guy.
Human. Just like the rest of us.
In the moment that LeBron made a decision based on what his wants/needs/desires are (read: NBA championships), not what the public would approve of, he drew the ire of a great many people. And while he's lost many fans he's gained one in me. I've always thought he's a great talent, but I cannot root for a phony. I only expect people to be themselves.
It's very cool to see three superstars take less money in the name of championships. I've wondered, for a while now, why players did not sacrifice money to play along side other superstars so they can achieve greatness and what would happen if they did. Clearly their egos get in the way of this happening. That ego is part of why they've gotten to where they are; and who wouldn't want to win by themselves as the No. 1 guy? Still, championships immortalize players and who doesn't want to see a 'super team'? I know I do.
Now I finally get to see it.
More than anything the thing that bothered me most was how LeBron always did the politically correct thing. Every action appeared to be calculated so that he was loved more and more. It was nauseating; mostly because people were so blind to how narcissistic he was and still is.
I think one of the first glimpses we saw of the 'real' LeBron was when he walked off the court following the Cavs defeat at the hands of the Magic in the '09 playoffs. He actually seemed human and fallible. One of the things I dislike most is when a person puts on a facade and hides their true nature.
When it was announced that LeBron wanted to make his 'decision' during a hour-long special on ESPN I couldn't help but laugh. It was the ultimate ego-maniacal move. The height of arrogance. Of course he would donate all the advertising revenue to The Boys and Girls Club, but when you're LeBron James you can afford to do this. You see whether, or not, LeBron went to the Heat or Knicks or Bulls or back to Cleveland he was saying to the rest of the NBA, in particular Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh, "you guys may have been a big story when you announced that you're going to Miami together, but I'm still the No. 1 attraction in the NBA".
And with LeBron's 'decision' all the unquestioning followers of the 'King' (I called him 'prince' because a king would have at least one ring) have awakened to the realization that LeBron is not, as the media previously had you believing, a great guy.
He's just a guy.
Human. Just like the rest of us.
In the moment that LeBron made a decision based on what his wants/needs/desires are (read: NBA championships), not what the public would approve of, he drew the ire of a great many people. And while he's lost many fans he's gained one in me. I've always thought he's a great talent, but I cannot root for a phony. I only expect people to be themselves.
It's very cool to see three superstars take less money in the name of championships. I've wondered, for a while now, why players did not sacrifice money to play along side other superstars so they can achieve greatness and what would happen if they did. Clearly their egos get in the way of this happening. That ego is part of why they've gotten to where they are; and who wouldn't want to win by themselves as the No. 1 guy? Still, championships immortalize players and who doesn't want to see a 'super team'? I know I do.
Now I finally get to see it.
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