Has anyone else noticed the same trend that I have? I will overlook the sensationalist reporting about the swine flu (just something new to report besides the economy), to get to my cheif concern. Sure Swine Flu may not be as deadly as some other forms of illnesses out there that we chose to ignore on a daily basis. What concerns me most and what should concern you is the pattern. Well here is a little perspective for you H5N1, BSE/MCD, and SIV. You may recognize them more by their Colloquiel names respectively Bird(Avian) Flu, Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy/Mad Cow Disease, and finally Swine Influenza. See it yet? Poultry, Beef and Pork its whats for dinner.
I think its time the world and more importantly the US take an active interest the food chain. What we do is not sustainable. A steak on every plate is not attainable or sustainable; and nor should it be. As a society we need to start paying closer attention to where our resources come from be it the food on our tables to the clothes on our back. Its time we start to realize the true cost of the items we buy and the lifestyles we choose to live.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Sunday, April 26, 2009
New Life - New Blog - Next Chapter, Turn the Page
The weather is getting warmer and summer is most definitely on its way and if this weekend was a sign of things to come; I will welcome a warm not so humid season. The sights of trees in bloom, the sounds of people milling about outside, and the smell of grass and mulch around have awoken the sense of Spring in me. A very specific spring to be exact, May 2000 to be exact.
Its not just the elements that have conspired to make me reminisce. Its also the circumstances that my life has wrought. Nine years ago I graduated college and very quickly needed to decide what to do with my life; sense of urgency aside for the moment I find myself facing the same conundrum. Sure one can argue that I'm a bit wiser, maybe a little more seasoned, but still that big unknown is still out there.
I'm sure nine years ago I would have never believed I would find myself where I am today. Even if I were to have foreseen some of the trials and tribulations that I've endured would I really feel as if things would come full circle? Maybe there is a reason for it.
I remember it was a time in my life where things were coming to a close. It was a high note really one of the best years of my life. I thought I was prepared for anything, and I was ready to go wherever to find my place in this world. I was definitely smart but not knowledgeable. That would only come with time and the understanding that one can never truly know all. Although my schooling was over; my learning was just beginning. It wasn't until I graduated that I learned to ride a bike. There I was on an empty campus cruising through the court yards and parking lots on a rented bike. It was at that point I discovered I will never stop learning and like the bicycle its never to late to learn.
Of course I need to give credit where credit is due. Its not like I picked up the bike from the shop and decided that day I would ride a bike for the first time. Really it was gift from a special person in my life at the time who gave it to me. I don't think he ever truly knew or understood what he gave to me that day.
It was a hectic time for sure. I was in love, I had friends, I had hopes and dreams but despite it all I felt like I was standing on the edge of the water, at night before a dark ocean. I was not afraid of falling in; that's for certain. It was just the uncertainty and the unknown that permeated my thoughts. The desire to set my course and discover my future. My curse was that I had no instruments to guide me on my journey, no compass to plot a course. I relied on people for help and set on my journey.
Now though I find myself staring out on that same ocean. Its no less dark or foreboding, but this time I have something that my younger self did not: confidence, focus, and dare I say a glimmer of faith. While my course is not set in stone or even plotted at this point I know now that I will be far better equipped for this journey. My destination is yet to be determined. but if there is one thing I've learned in all this time it is that its not nearly as important as how I get there.
Peace
Its not just the elements that have conspired to make me reminisce. Its also the circumstances that my life has wrought. Nine years ago I graduated college and very quickly needed to decide what to do with my life; sense of urgency aside for the moment I find myself facing the same conundrum. Sure one can argue that I'm a bit wiser, maybe a little more seasoned, but still that big unknown is still out there.
I'm sure nine years ago I would have never believed I would find myself where I am today. Even if I were to have foreseen some of the trials and tribulations that I've endured would I really feel as if things would come full circle? Maybe there is a reason for it.
I remember it was a time in my life where things were coming to a close. It was a high note really one of the best years of my life. I thought I was prepared for anything, and I was ready to go wherever to find my place in this world. I was definitely smart but not knowledgeable. That would only come with time and the understanding that one can never truly know all. Although my schooling was over; my learning was just beginning. It wasn't until I graduated that I learned to ride a bike. There I was on an empty campus cruising through the court yards and parking lots on a rented bike. It was at that point I discovered I will never stop learning and like the bicycle its never to late to learn.
Of course I need to give credit where credit is due. Its not like I picked up the bike from the shop and decided that day I would ride a bike for the first time. Really it was gift from a special person in my life at the time who gave it to me. I don't think he ever truly knew or understood what he gave to me that day.
It was a hectic time for sure. I was in love, I had friends, I had hopes and dreams but despite it all I felt like I was standing on the edge of the water, at night before a dark ocean. I was not afraid of falling in; that's for certain. It was just the uncertainty and the unknown that permeated my thoughts. The desire to set my course and discover my future. My curse was that I had no instruments to guide me on my journey, no compass to plot a course. I relied on people for help and set on my journey.
Now though I find myself staring out on that same ocean. Its no less dark or foreboding, but this time I have something that my younger self did not: confidence, focus, and dare I say a glimmer of faith. While my course is not set in stone or even plotted at this point I know now that I will be far better equipped for this journey. My destination is yet to be determined. but if there is one thing I've learned in all this time it is that its not nearly as important as how I get there.
Peace
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Oh Good Grief
Warning the following message is a rant and has not been edited for content, spelling and or grammar. You've been warned.
AAUGH!!!!! Ok I know my life is not shit and there are far more people having a bad day right now. I know this. I have to rant though. Today's just been one of those where you just can't get ahead. I mean I find myself in bed at 9 Pm not just cause I'm sick but partly cause I want it to end.
Work is going alright, I'm still putting affairs in order and organizing as much as I can. My last day is May 29th. I still can't believe it. Even when I type it out like that. As much as it saddens me I also am looking at it as an opportunity and one which I am very greatful for.
Today though tested my patience. Oh it wasn't anything at work. Although I did say good bye to a colleague moving to a new department. It was a precursor to what I will be doing next month and it left me feeling quite a few mixed emotions. Before that though I met Dan for lunch at the Soup Factory. I enjoyed my Matzoh Ball soup ( hey its Passover in Newton, when in Rome...) as he filled me in on the many adventures of his tour. We talked about the upcoming months and the warmer weather ahead. It was nice since it had been well over a month since we had a chance to sit down and have lunch.
My temper was spurned as I made my way back having stopped for a tea at Starbucks I was waiting at the crosswalk for traffic. There was no one to my left except for Taxi way off in the distance. The other side of the street was in no rush to stop. Eventually someone took note and started to slow. The taxi however was not slowing down to my left. I locked eyes with the Jackass and all he did was wag his finger at me. WAG HIS FINGER AT ME!!! I'm a God DAMN PEDESTRIAN IN A CROSSWALK!!!! MF JACKASS!!! Veteran's Taxi no less. The other traffic stopped and allowed me to cross as I stomped back to the office questioning the dubious heritage and obvious intelligence of the driver.
I get back to the office out of breath; truly upset at the fact that I was out of breath, and quietly thankful that my Dr. had an opening today for me tonight. This afternoon dragged on as the only real thing I wanted was to be in bed. My energy is just not there. Flash forward 4 long hours and my Dr. is telling me that I do in fact have bronchitis again, and had I waited a couple more days and it would have developed into pneumonia again considering its in the same place as last time. So meds in hand I head back home but not before a little dinner at the Biltmore (my Cheers if you will).
I'm seriously tired of being sick I was very tempted to beg my Doc to put me in the hospital on an IV drip till I'm healthy but I figured I'd catch something worse there. Lets hope this dose of drugs does the trick otherwise the next course of action is a CAT scan to see why the hell its not going away. At this point I just want a little warm weather so I can sit in a field of grass and feel the breeze. At least I have some rest lined up for the weekend.
Alright sorry for the venting. I'll do better next time.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
The Dawning of A.I.
Ever stop to think that maybe the A.I. that they warn us about in the Terminator series may not be Artificial Intelligence. I submit its the collective American Idol A.I. that we should be worried about.
Anyway, so last night I heard it in my lungs, this morning I felt it in my chest, and this evening you can hear it in my voice. I obeyed the siren song of OJ this morning and am getting some rest. While this is not going to be any kind of blockbuster cold I know its imminent. Sigh, I have had enough of this cold season. Maybe I should volunteer and move someplace warmer. Well at least it should be a relatively slow weekend. All I am really doing is picking up a friend at the airport and going to dinner on Sunday. I'm not quite sure what I am doing yet Opening day, but I know I want to see the game somewhere if I can't snatch a ticket or two from somewhere.
I feel oddly calm these days. Yes things at work do lead me to believe that there is a thing called the Bizarro universe, but all in all I feel confident in what I am doing. Its been awhile since I've felt that way. This year is going to be fun and an adventure for sure. I've been checking out the Boston Institute of Language and looking at their Summer Immersion program. In four weeks of work I'd be speaking fluent Mandarin. The thought of studying is positively exhilarating.
Anyway, so last night I heard it in my lungs, this morning I felt it in my chest, and this evening you can hear it in my voice. I obeyed the siren song of OJ this morning and am getting some rest. While this is not going to be any kind of blockbuster cold I know its imminent. Sigh, I have had enough of this cold season. Maybe I should volunteer and move someplace warmer. Well at least it should be a relatively slow weekend. All I am really doing is picking up a friend at the airport and going to dinner on Sunday. I'm not quite sure what I am doing yet Opening day, but I know I want to see the game somewhere if I can't snatch a ticket or two from somewhere.
I feel oddly calm these days. Yes things at work do lead me to believe that there is a thing called the Bizarro universe, but all in all I feel confident in what I am doing. Its been awhile since I've felt that way. This year is going to be fun and an adventure for sure. I've been checking out the Boston Institute of Language and looking at their Summer Immersion program. In four weeks of work I'd be speaking fluent Mandarin. The thought of studying is positively exhilarating.
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