This didn't work at all on Facebook, so I'm hoping with the semi-permanent nature of Livejournal posts these days (what with the friends page being sparsely populated), it'll work better here. I feel like I'm out of books to read and need suggestions. Anyone?

I feel like all I do is complain about religion and the weather on here. So why break a streak, I guess ( Read more... )

Well, my application reading job is officially over. I'm sad to see it go. It's refreshing, however, to finally have experienced a position (for a whole six months!) that I actually enjoy. A job. That I like. Dear god ( Read more... )

Ladies and gentlemen who care to delve into the dark secrets of Forgotten London and discover what lurks in the 'neath, I direct you to Echo Bazaar.

Ryan, Zach, Fish - this means you.

(It does require Facebook or Twitter account info, but it's worth it.)

So, it turns out that reading college applications is actually fascinating. I'm having a gay old time. I didn't think it would be bad, but I'm surprised by how much I like it ( Read more... )

Christmas and post-Christmas vacation this year were pretty great. Going to my parents' in Austin is always lovely, and we had a wonderful time this year. In addition to a lot of laying around and eating wonderful food, we also went for a hike at Enchanted Rock. Why is climbing around on rocks so awesome? It's one of life's great mysteries ( Read more... )

Leaving for Austin! Hell yeah, Christmas vacation!

I'm very glad that it's almost Christmas and that Elias and I are going to Austin to see my parents. I feel like I can definitely use some time to relax, and there's no place better for it than your parents' house. With the possible exception of tropical beaches. But it's 50/50 ( Read more... )

I know this is probably going to sound ridiculous, given that my fellow Democrats have given up long ago, but, nonetheless - I've finally gotten fed up with Obama for ceding ground. Health care was a little disappointing, but I could accept the political necessity of the sacrifices that were made. But this? Instead of fixing a major debt problem by ( Read more... )

Man, there is nothing like job searching to destroy your soul. It's pretty much a guarantee. One wonders if all employers just perversely enjoy listing completely ludicrous requirements for their job postings, or if they all really feel they need 5+ years of experience for any applicant. Heads-up to you employers out there - chances are good that ( Read more... )