Saturday, August 30, 2008
Karate Kid
So in the past couple of weeks I have watched all three Karate Kid movies (thanks to www.hulu.com). These movies really have an impact on me and I always forget that when I start watching them. Maybe it doesn't have the best acting, but the morals it contains is unbelievable. I think I might need to purchase the box set of them sometime. Mr. Miyagi is that wise little man that I should keep in the back of my head when I'm faced with tough decisions. Its really cool when you find some kind of popular culture that matches up with what you believe in. Loyalty is something I've always preached and believed in more than most. Everyone gets tested throughout life, but if you remember your roots (like the bonsai tree) and stand firm with what you believe in, then you will survive. I've been tested a lot in my life and I know that in some situations I haven't handled myself in the best manner, but I think its finally hit me. It's like when you wake up and the first thought through your head is "Wow, so thats what I've been doing wrong..." I'm not saying I've made completely idiotic decisions, I'm just talking about little things in life. It really is important to find your set of values and hold true, but not to the point where you aren't willing to let them change as you gain more life experience. I know for a fact my views of the world and how to live life have changed a lot since 2 or 3 years ago. I have lots of wonderful people to thank for that too. Thats another thing: don't try and make it through life on your own, because there are plenty of people around that care about you and want you to succeed in your own way. Because I have allowed myself to change in a positive way and slip cozily into an outlook on life which I believe in, I feel incredibly comfortable with my life. It's kinda crazy what can happen when you just sit back and think about everything.
Friday, August 29, 2008
First week of class
So I think I actually was successful in picking out the perfect schedule for me this semester. I didn't find myself dissapointed once this week; no "damn I wish I was somewhere else" or anything like that.
My MWF classes are my favorite set of classes by far since I have been at Baylor. It starts out at 9am with Watershed Assessment. This class is probably my favorite since being at college. And for whatever reason it is nice to start out the week with your favorite class. I never would have guessed that. Also, its special because it demonstrates my nerdiness and love for environmental science to the extreme. I mean, who would want to take a class called Watershed Assessment besides a semi-hippy sci-fi band geek? Whats really cool is that I have become totally in love with the topic on the third day of class. I am really looking forward to the lab too. Every lab is in the field, hands on, career oriented. I have always said that I don't really want to stay in Texas after college, but today I found myself seeing a content old Tim managing a watershed somewhere in Texas. Interesting...
Next up is Wildlife Ecology, which is probably my second favorite class. It is incredibly easy. I have no clue why it is a college level class. The professor, Hiedi Marcum, is incredible. She, like most of the ENV faculty, is easy-going and really caring about the subject and her students. I think this semester is making me 100% comfortable with my major. Anyways, I have like 6 friends in this class and that is nice for once. Its going to be easy and fun, although I never thought I would find myself saying I wish a class was harder.
Right after Wildlife Ecology, I have Intro to Anthropology. Another easy class. It is in one of the oldest and most forgotten buildings on campus, but that is cool because all the old writings and graffiti on the back of the desks are from like the 60s. Senses of humor hasn't changed... So man I have a really relaxed prof and 2 bra burners so far. Go Tim in picking his professors right. Its also nice because I am finally getting my name out there with the ENV faculty.
Random Fact: The average man can produce 1/8 horsepower.
The rest of the days MWF are filled with work and band, which is going well. On W, I do have my watershed lab from 2-5.
On TR, I have chem 1 and then Christian Scriptures. Chem isn't going to be too bad I have a feeling, and I am actually looking forward to Christian Scriptures because it is half religion, half philosophy. My professor in that class is pretty cool. It is the largest class I've had at Baylor, which is weird cause the usual size is about 30 and I have 250. Out of all my "large" lecture classes, this guy knows what he is doing and can engage the class. He is funny but down to earth at the same time, respecting everyone's opinions (which is nice because about half of mine differ from most people at Baylor). Speaking of opinions, what does everyone think about McCain's VP candidate? I'm still forming my opinion, but initially I'm now leaning more towards Obama because of her policies about hunting game and drilling and such.
For my most important semester to date, it looks like I have set up myself pretty well. Get to know your professors, sit in the front of class, and try your best to be interested in the subject and you will be fine!
My MWF classes are my favorite set of classes by far since I have been at Baylor. It starts out at 9am with Watershed Assessment. This class is probably my favorite since being at college. And for whatever reason it is nice to start out the week with your favorite class. I never would have guessed that. Also, its special because it demonstrates my nerdiness and love for environmental science to the extreme. I mean, who would want to take a class called Watershed Assessment besides a semi-hippy sci-fi band geek? Whats really cool is that I have become totally in love with the topic on the third day of class. I am really looking forward to the lab too. Every lab is in the field, hands on, career oriented. I have always said that I don't really want to stay in Texas after college, but today I found myself seeing a content old Tim managing a watershed somewhere in Texas. Interesting...
Next up is Wildlife Ecology, which is probably my second favorite class. It is incredibly easy. I have no clue why it is a college level class. The professor, Hiedi Marcum, is incredible. She, like most of the ENV faculty, is easy-going and really caring about the subject and her students. I think this semester is making me 100% comfortable with my major. Anyways, I have like 6 friends in this class and that is nice for once. Its going to be easy and fun, although I never thought I would find myself saying I wish a class was harder.
Right after Wildlife Ecology, I have Intro to Anthropology. Another easy class. It is in one of the oldest and most forgotten buildings on campus, but that is cool because all the old writings and graffiti on the back of the desks are from like the 60s. Senses of humor hasn't changed... So man I have a really relaxed prof and 2 bra burners so far. Go Tim in picking his professors right. Its also nice because I am finally getting my name out there with the ENV faculty.
Random Fact: The average man can produce 1/8 horsepower.
The rest of the days MWF are filled with work and band, which is going well. On W, I do have my watershed lab from 2-5.
On TR, I have chem 1 and then Christian Scriptures. Chem isn't going to be too bad I have a feeling, and I am actually looking forward to Christian Scriptures because it is half religion, half philosophy. My professor in that class is pretty cool. It is the largest class I've had at Baylor, which is weird cause the usual size is about 30 and I have 250. Out of all my "large" lecture classes, this guy knows what he is doing and can engage the class. He is funny but down to earth at the same time, respecting everyone's opinions (which is nice because about half of mine differ from most people at Baylor). Speaking of opinions, what does everyone think about McCain's VP candidate? I'm still forming my opinion, but initially I'm now leaning more towards Obama because of her policies about hunting game and drilling and such.
For my most important semester to date, it looks like I have set up myself pretty well. Get to know your professors, sit in the front of class, and try your best to be interested in the subject and you will be fine!
First Post
I guess the best way to start this blog is to explain its purpose. Lately, I've found myself to be forming more and more opinions about life in general and the world around me. This blog will let me write about them and hopefully help me complete my thoughts and my views (I tend to have a problem with not doing that). It'll probably contain some humor, some serious contemplations or epiphanies, and maybe a couple bad words, but I don't expect to be criticized by anything I say on here. One thing I have found out recently is that writing about happenings is coming easier and easier to me. My religion professor asked all of his students to write a paragraph about themselves and my paragraph ended up being a little 500 word essay. Oops. But it was fun! I think college has really brought out the writer/deep thinker in me. I know I still have my stupid moments but I really do put maybe too much thought into everything that takes place around me. This can be considered either a blessing or a curse because it can cause some headaches. Anyways, I think this is a nice little first post. Hopefully I can write in here often. At least once a week is my goal.
Well, guess now I can just wish everyone happy readings! And write your own blog, it helps with whatever you want it to help with.
Well, guess now I can just wish everyone happy readings! And write your own blog, it helps with whatever you want it to help with.
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