Hilarious Familiy Guy Clip

So I came upon this family guy clip, and I had to share it. Funniest thing ever, I laughed so hard when I saw this.

Philosophy of Education

I believe that every child deserves an equal chance at getting a quality education. A quality education is one where the child's school is in good condition and is a safe place for them to spend their day. It is where both the teacher and the parents are involved. A quality education is one that a child can apply to his/her own life or community to improve it in whatever capacity possible. I believe that every child deserves this equal chance at getting a quality education because its the foundation for democracy, with every child that is going to be become an engaged citizen grounded in their quality education.

I believe that technology is crucial to the foundation of developing this educated, "civically" engaged student. Modern technology is a great tool to spread ideas relatively unrestricted within free speech. It is the "great equalizer" because with every student having equal access to technology, and a teacher that teaches them how to use it, they have nearly unlimited potential in their hands.

My first blog (kind of, not really)

So this is my first blog post ever...

Seriously...

It really is...

What, you think I'm lying?

Happy Earth Day

So I haven't made a post in a while. Quick update.

I've been working too much lately, at least by any sane standards for what CY volunteers are "paid". And its starting to take its toll, I'm very tired and trying all sorts of things not to be down. I'm doing ok for now. For example, got back from work today at around 9:15, and sat out on my front porch with a beer, my guitar, and no shoes. Sat out there until now and just relaxed with my music (or attempts) and now sitting inside my room with a stick of incense burning and some Eddie Vedder. So I have figured out how to chill.

I'm having a really hard time balancing all my social relationships, I spend over 12 hours a day with people non stop and I get home and just dont want to talk to anybody. I need this time for myself and for my brain to unwind and to process everything that has happened during the day. And then I end up only getting six hours of sleep at night, and then weekends have so many obligations that I want to pull my hair out.

Too all of you that I have neglected in the last two weeks, please forgive me. I hope you understand what is going on right now, and that the next three to four weeks will be pretty crazy for me. I will try to keep up with you all but I just need a little more time.

Rain!

Wow, so today is January 7, the heart of winter in Illinois. The temperature was 65 F and there were thunderstorms, big ol' honkin thunderstorms! I was walking home from my bus stop today in the rain and it was so nice. The rain was incredible and felt so warm on my face, it was the most refreshing thing I've felt in a long time. The sky was flashing bright with the lightning and giving me just the slightest hint of spring, but I know it won't last. Its like a beautiful girl that you flirt with for one night and then don't see again. Although I guess I will see spring again =P

Here's a delicious egg recipe I will share. Just mix all the ingredients together to make the most delicious scrambled eggs.

2 eggs
1 clove mashed garlic
1 piece mashed ginger
bit of lemon zest
chopped handful of basil leaves
one finely chopped green onion
splash of milk
fresh ground black pepper
salt to taste

Mmmmmm, eat with some buttered toast and you will be in breakfast (or lunch) heaven.

Or even for dinner....

I'm back?

Well I thought I'd make a post on the blog, its been way too long. Maybe somebody will read this :)

So I was watching the debates last night, and was actually pretty impressed with the Democratic candidates for the most part. I've been pretty cynical about the whole process for many reasons that leave me very frustrated, but last night there was a lot of talk about change. In fact, the word "change" was used a lot. And yet, I felt like this talk was genuine and passionate. I really hope I am right and that these candidates truly believe in the rhetoric that they are saying. Rhetoric about working to improve the environment, saving the middle class, useful health care, moving towards renewable energy, and many more. They've let me down before, I really want to believe that their intentions are good this time.

One thing that really stuck with me last night was the talk that Bill Richardson was making about "sacrifice". He said that its time that Americans start making sacrifices in their lives for the better good of the country and its people. We are such a consumer society where unnecessary wants have somehow become needs. Unfortunately this means that we use more and consume more than our economy and environment can support, yet we still demand all these things. What if Americans had a president that inspired them to use less gas? To use less electricity? To eat less meat? To donate more of their time and money to community service and charity? To sacrifice they comfortable lifestyles they have now? I would be inspired, and in my opinion many would be as well.