Technology Drama

I just got through watching "True Life: I have technology drama" on MTV. There were two couples that were addicted to their Blackberry's, Facebook, and email accounts. It was to the point that they were having arguments about having a lock on their phone, who was leaving messages on their Facebook and who was leaving emails.

To me, the real issue is about trust. I don't feel the need to look through my boyfriend's phone or any other accounts because I don't feel like I need to. I'm pretty confident that he isn't talking to other girls, or going out to the strip club every night (like the guys on the show were). It's my opinion that if you are suspicious of your mate, and think he or she has something to hide, then they probably are guilty.

I'm not saying that guys are the only ones who are guilty of using technology to keep a secret life. In one of the relationships, the girl was complaining to her boyfriend that he was always on his phone and the internet, but she herself, was just as addicted! Can we say double standard??

Happy Weather Makes Me Feel Happy! : )

This past week the weather has been absolutely gorgeous! It's so nice to wake up with the sun shining and birds chirping. The air even smells fresher. The nice weather makes me feel so rejuvenated and motivated.

I can understand how people get depressed when the weather is dreary. Actually, I think I suffer from that mildly during winter months. I heard once that Seattle has the highest amounts of rainy days in the United States, as well as the highest percentage of suicides per year. Pretty depressing, but I can understand the correlation. Obviously, bad weather doesn't make me THAT depressed, but I definitely lose motivation and feel, well, just blah.

I'm happy that spring is on its way. Spring appears to be on its way at least. Until we get our April in Michigan snow storm.

Thoughts on Dancing Documentary

The schoolkids dancing documentary was my favorite video we watched in class so far. I think it's a great idea to have this course taught in schools, especially in underprivileged communities. It lets the kids something positive to look forward to. It also gives them an outlet for any of the hostility they may have at home or with their friends. Kids need the positive influence from adults as well as their peers. It gives them an opportunity to make new friends that they might not have otherwise even talked to.

On the flip side, some schools may take the competition too seriously, such as the private school that was featured. I can understand the importance of teaching grace and etiquette, but they are just kids. It should be fun for them, not something that could bring them more stress, which is the vibe I got from that institution. That dancing coach made me anxious, and I was just watching her!

I think this class should be taught in more schools. Kids these days need to be taught more than just History, English, and Science. Things like grace, etiquette, and manners are skills that kids will use to benefit them for the rest of their lives. It might even be a good idea to have this as a course college students can take! I would be interested in taking it.

Blog Rage?

I was reading through some of my previous blogs. I'm beginning to notice that this blog is giving me an outlet to let out some of my frustrations with situations in my life. Some of my posts have been lighthearted, but lately it seems that I've been kind of venting to my blog. It's nice to have an outlet; just typing out experiences and leaving them in this web of space is turning out to be more beneficial than I previously thought. Sometimes it's nice to just empty my mind and leave all my thoughts out here. It doesn't bother me that everyone can read this. Actually, I kind of like the idea that one of my peers can read what's happening in my life and offer some suggestions or insight. I hope you guys don't think I'm a master complainer. Sometimes it's easier to rant about the things that are going wrong instead what is going right.

You Never Know Who Can Help You Out

I haven't been able to get a job for over a year now. I've been filling out applications, looking online to see if any businesses are looking for help, and came up with nothing. One of the girls in my program has been working in the Engineering offices for the past nine years. Their department just got approved to have a student assistant. My friend instantly got in touch with me and let me know. I filled out an application and got the job.

Sometimes it doesn't matter how hard you try to look for something. There are times you just need help and this is where having a good rapport with people comes in handy. Just having a wide range of people that you know can help you get where you want to go. Different people have different connections and you just never know how the impression you make on people will effect you. I think having good connections is a big part in finding a job.

Is the Such a Thing as TOO Selfless?

I find myself wondering if I've been trying too hard to do what others want instead of what is best for myself. I've been noticing that there have been things that others want me to do, and I just say yes and make commitments that I end up breaking because I don't want to do them. It's really hard for me to say no to people because I just want everyone to be happy and have a positive view of me.
One instance in particular made me reflect on this.

My friend is leaving for Germany in about a week. She wanted to go shopping to pick up a couple things before she left. She told me that she wanted to go to the outlet mall near Frankenmuth. Even though I didn't want to go all the way out there, I told her I would wake up early and go. The morning of, I really didn't feel like going all the way out there, so I ended up just blowing her off.

I should have just told her from the beginning that I didn't want to go with her. I didn't want her to be mad at me, but I ended up making her frustrated, and got her hopes up besides. I'm going to try to be more up front with people and just let them know right away if there is something I don't want to do, and not feel like I have to be pressured. I know it's going to be really hard for me though.

Vidoe Games Reduce Stress

My brother is really into video games, and has been for about 5 years. He probably has four different counsels with at least twenty games to each. I asked him why he liked them so much. He said that when he's bored or having a bad day, they help him take his mind off of what is bothering him. I never really understood that concept until last week.

My boyfriend and his friends play Call of Duty quite often. They get really into it, screaming and jumping all around because someone stole their kill. I usually just sit and watch them play. Since the graphics are really intricate, it almost seems like a TV show. Plus, watching them is pretty entertaining. One night I was really frustrated and stressed with school and such. My boyfriend had me take a turn playing the video game. It took me a while to get used to the controls and aim but I actually got someone!!! I got really excited and it actually made me feel less stressed. So the next time you feel upset, angry, frustrated, stressed, play a video game for a couple minutes. You will feel so much better!!