Michael and DisObamappointment

Yes, we've all heard: Michael Jackson has died. I am sad that he has died, because honestly, 50 years is still young and no one deserves to die. So for that, I am sad. HOWEVER, that does not mean that I am fine about being berated by Michael Jackson news 24/7! Every channel... all over the news.... they are all saying and talking about the same thing!

I turn on my TV this morning to watch the news, and from CNN to FoxNews it is the same damn thing: MICHAEL. Yes, we know he is dead. And if you are that buried underneath a rock to not know, I doubt you'd the kind of person who would like his music... I had "Bad" stuck in my head all day because they were playing his music in the Museum cafe yesterday. At the museum, for Christ's sake! They only ever play classical music... and to be honest, aside from the "thriller" album, I did not like his music. And everyone is going ape-shit crazy, talking about everything he has done, and these are the SAME people who just a year ago called him a child-molesting pervert. What the hell, people?

I will not speak ill of the dead. Who I WILL speak ill of, however, are the people who fail to move on with their lives and show REAL news. Has everyone forgotten about Iran?? Countless people are still being killed and beaten out there fighting for democracy while we're focusing on one man's death! Our priorities in this country are sickening...

Speaking of being sickened by people's priorities, lets talk about President Obama, shall we? I will preface this by saying that I voted for Obama for his stance on gay rights and his promises to overturn Don't Ask, Don't Tell (because I want to serve my country without sacrificing my dignity) and fight for civil unions and marriage. I took a chance and I believed in him, and now I am beginning to doubt my trust. (And I don't want ANYONE rubbing this in my face, and you know who you are....) I shall let Stephen Colbert so eloquently explain my frustration:

The Colbert Report	Mon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c
The Word - Stonewalling
www.colbertnation.com
Colbert Report Full Episodes Political Humor Mark Sanford

That is all.

-Peace-

Overstock.com, you fill my void of boredom.

I got bored and began surfing around overstock.com, and wow did I find some interesting stuff!

ITEM #1, the "Desktop Butt Station Assistant Organizer"

I began to think 'ya know, now that I have my own desk at the museum, I should start getting stuff to decorate it and personalize it to fit my own quirky style. What better way to personalize and organize my stuff than a man sitting on a toilet!'
I am not lying when I say that I actually really want this... just look at it! THAT IS SO COOL! Its ass is magnetic too, so it catches paper clips and stuff like that. I want this. I am a nerd who loves office supplies.

ITEM #2, "The Ex 5-piece Knige Set with Unique Holder"
What chef was so angry after a break-up that they created this little number? Never break a sous chef's heart- they will get back at you. But seriously, how sickeningly adorable is this? A lot, that's how much. I wouldn't mind putting this in my kitchen. Nice convenient, available for knives when I'm cooking, gives my kitchen a little bit of a quirky edge, and it warns any intruders that I may be slightly mental who knows how to handle her cutlery. Love it. I doubt my girlfriend shares the same opinion...

ITEM #3, the "Hug Me Pillow"
Let us have a quick moment of silence for all the sad, lonely people out there.

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Alright, this is sad. Really really sad. I'm not judging or anything like that, because I can appreciate quality cuddles when I'm napping or sleeping at night just as much as the next person. But I'm not too sure if I would be really comforted by half a torso spooning me from behind.

Seriously... omg. If I woke up to this snuggling up to me I would freak out and chuck it across the room. But really, if you are lonely, or are missing your honey, and it helps you sleep better at night- then go ahead and chuck out the $23.97 plus tax, spray it with some perfume or cologne, and get your fake, creepy cuddle on.

That is all. Happy Shopping! :)

Monday, Lazy Monday

Today, I am not sure as to why, I am so incredibly lethargic and lazy. I went to work at 6:30 until 11:30, but failed to attend class when I ran into some road bumps with my student loan application (apparently if you are dyslectic and accidentally switch around 2 numbers of your social security number, everything on your application gets backed the fuck up). So I sat in my air-conditioned apartment and got pretty much nothing done...

I have a final exam on Thursday, and museum work on both Wednesday and Friday. The classes for my second half of the summer begin next Monday, and I am sort of excited. I am re-taking my Vietnam class, and will be taking an anti-Semitic/holocaust class. Basically, every time I come back from class I will need a hug from my girl. They will be a mood killer.

Rachel and I are looking for apartments in the Toledo area for after graduation. I hope the museum hires me on as more than a research intern so I can have a steady-paying job! Nothing like going to work at a job that you love (and surrounded by art), to then come home and cuddle with your girl in front of the TV drinking some tea. Happiness. :)

I have found a kitten that is willing to act out just how I feel today. Thank you, actor kitty, I applaud your superb acting skills; you've captured me perfectly:

Time to cuddle my girlfriend while watching a movie on the computer, followed by reading in bed until my eyelids grow too heavy to read.

Life is good.

Freedom for Iran!

I cannot pry myself away from this story. My cellphone is buzzing every hour on news updates from CNN and BBC, and I cannot peel my attention away from the news on either the internet or TV. I am hooked.

Seeing what these people are going through is heart wrenching. The violence, the home invasions, the brutality in reaction to peaceful protests... it makes your realize how horrible this world can be. But what is more heart wrenching is the bravery that these people are displaying despite the obvious dangers. It's inspiring, really... I feel sort of ashamed because when I see all the violence, I try and put myself in their shoes and begin to question if I could be as couragous as all of them. I doubt I'd be as brave as them.

What I find fascinating is how people are getting information out of Iran to spread their message. Through twitter, facebook, youtube.... all information gateways that were once associated with a lazy, unconcerned generation are now being used to fuel a revolution! It's amazing! I love my generation... Not only can they send us information through these outlets, but we can send our support and let them know that they are not alone- there is an entire world standing behind them. It's astounding. (my twitter now is now strictly for getting news updates from CNN and the BBC. I feel silly using it for superficial reasons)

It was so important that this change came to Iran from it's own people. (A reason, I believe, why Iraq is such a clusterfuck. We stuck our big fat noses in where they didn't belong and it completely backfired. Democracy cannot be born from a foreign gun.) The Iranian gov't was so stupid in their approach to this election... If you're going to steer an election, make an effort to make the election seem the slightest bit legit!

• 1) Don't make it a landslide, people will automatically be suspicious.
  
• 2) Don't come out with the election results hours after the election ends.
  
• 3) DON'T DON'T DON'T tell your people not to protest! That sets off huge fucking alarms.
  

The Iranian gov't has successfully shot itself in the foot and they will pay the price. These people who are fighting so hard for their freedom will (I hope and pray...) win the democracy they so rightfully deserve.

I am praying for the Iranian people and their fight against their totalitarian theocratic gov't. Equal rights and freedom for all!

"Neda! Neda! Neda!"