3 more weeks...

Well I'm back in Pullman sadly after a MUCH needed break. I had a great time in San Francisco seeing my dad and two good friends. It was definitely a great treat to give myself after the hellish sememster I've already had. Thanksgiving with the fam on the Island was amazing as always. Spending time with my friend Shayne was the best...margaritas, Kat Williams, accounting and wine, wine and late night talks and a movie to top it all off...amazing to say the least...you truly are the male version of me....lol. Now I'm back at school and back on the grind for 3 more weeks...then I'm out this place for good..thank God. Going home reminded me of how amazing Seattle and the westside is. Pullman has been a blast...but my time is so over. I have 3 papers, 2 tests and 2 presentations left in my undergrad career and I couldn't be more excited. I have one test tomorrow, but studying is nearly impossible, because I'm so unmotivated...oh well guess I better get over that soon...lol. Well 3 more weeks left in Pullman for good...guess I better get motivated and make the most of it.

Ya Di!

So I'm sitting here just going in circles...I should be packing or studying or getting ready to go to our men's basketball game, but I can do none of those, because I am way too amped about goin home tomorrow. When I first moved to Pullman 2 years ago I figured it wouldn't be so bad, but I'm over it! Seriously. I haven't been home since August and I miss it! I never thought I could miss Seattle as much as I do at this moment. I can't wait to get home, see my mom, see my brother, eat (I'm talkin soulfood on the real and good restaurants...Applebee's does not count), go to my job and get some love, spend time with the homies and then go to San Francisco!!!! This semester has been rough and not bein back in Seattle since August has been even rougher, and it is time for a break. I am overjoyed at the prospect that this time tomorrow I will be on the westside. I'm even more excited, because this time next week I'll be in San Francisco kickin it...SUPER EXCITED. I basically get to vacations in one...but trust me I deserve it! Well I'm hopin to go out Thursday night and hopefully Friday and Saturday too so let me know if you're down or tryin to join.

Just one of my many pet peeves

I'm usually not one to complain, but I figured I've got a blog so I can just put it all out there. I HATE group work, plain and simple. I hate it. Not dislike or dispise...HATE. It is so annoying. The older we get the harder it gets, because schedules conflict and people just don't step up. I have had the pleasure of working in groups with two of the best people I know..Rachel Kalac and Ashley White, but aside from these two everyone else I have worked with has given me nothing, but anxiety and a headache. I spent my entire Tuesday (which was supposed to be a day off from school) working with Rachel and Ashley on our group project that consists of 3 other people. Literally I was at Rachel's from 10-9 with an hour break! I am so over groups and people who are slackers. I may not be the hardest worker, but I am far from a slacker, especially when it comes to group work...I have never made someone do my work and theirs...it's just not fair! I am so glad that I am almost done with school and hopefully group projects for good...I can work with people I just hate relying on them for my grade. All I have left is to present these projects and I will be out of my misery...I guess it's true what they say...that which doesn't kill you only makes you stronger.

Exposed...Everything I am

In just 3 short weeks you have come to know everything about me, when I say everything I mean EVERYTHING. You have become a friend, confidant and source of comfort. I've stayed up to crazy hours like I haven't done in years. I never thought that all those years ago when I saw you off in the distance that you would become a forefront part of my life.

I have come to find someone that understands me, because in so many ways you are like me. I never thought I'd find an almost mirror image of me, who's refelction shines so bright back at me. When we first embarked on this journey I was unsure of where we were going or where we would end up. As the days past I came to realize that I saw you as more than just a friend, I saw you as someone who understood me and that I wanted by my side, someone who believes in me and someone I want to share in this journey with me...you inspire me, encourage me and more than anything make me better.

We both have our issues that we feel are bigger than any other person should have to bear. We both don't see an end in sight or believe that happiness will ever find us. We both are unsure of what the future may hold for us, but one thing we know for sure is that we are multilayered, multifacited...hell we are just down right confusing and our own worst enemies.

Despite all that we have been through and all our craziness we deal with we have discovered a frindship and comfort in each other that I'm not sure either of us expected. You see success in me that I'm barely able to recognize in myself and I see a world of potential in you that is simply waiting to be unleashed. I know you don't see it or believe it now, but I truly feel with the right combination and you finding what it is the world needs from you, you will be unstopable. In you I see a true man in progress, responsible, intellectual, caring, encouraging and strong.

I have told you things about me few others know. I have told you things about me that aren't the most glamourous, but I hope that you can see beyond those things. I hope that you see the person I am and the support I want to be for you...I want to help take some of your challenges...I want to help you find the person I see so deep within. I am not perfect, but if you can learn to accept me the way I am, I promise I will not let you down and I will never turn my back on you. I know things with me aren't that easy and it is a lot to deal with, but if you are willing to accept me I promise I will do everything in my power to keep you safe.

What I'm trying to say and what I'm saying to the world is I don't want to wake up years from now wondering what if...I want to give us a chance. I believe that we are strong enough as individuals that we can conquer so much together. I feel like we can counter balance each other and in many ways we bring out the best in each other...I know I see it in you and I think you see it in me. However, if you decide that my burden is too much of a risk for you I'll understand, but please promise me that you will never leave me...I need you, I want you and more than anything you make me better.

YES WE DID...NOW OUR CHILDREN CAN FLY

I sit here tonight for the first time in my life overwhelmingly proud to be an American. I woke up this morning with a sense of pride and excitement that I have never had before. As I showered I thought about what this day would mean in history. I thought about the fact that I was born under Regan and grew up with both Bushes. Although I had Clinton most of my life has been lived under republican rule. Tonight though that has all changed!!!! President BARACK OBAMA!!!!!

Most of my life I felt something was missing. I heard my mom talk about civil rights and what that movement meant to her and her generation, but my generation had yet to be apart of something so powerful until now. Those of us 18-30 played a huge role in electing the 1st African-American president into office. More than just race, Obama is a man of intellect and appeal...he has a way of connecting with all of us...he is all of us. Born of mixed race, grew up in a multicultural world...there is a bit of us all in him.

I sit here in shock, amazed and crying tears of joy! My generation has left their mark...if we never do anything amazing again...we elected the FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN PRESIDENT!!!! I am excited for the next 4 years and I pray that he can get another 4. I am proud of my generation, and I hope that we have made the generations before us proud and that those who come after us realize what a historical moment and time we are living in. I honestly never thought this day would come, but it's here and I plan to ride this thing with my fellow Americans until the wheels fall off.

YES WE CAN AND YES WE HAVE!!!

A new America in less than 24 hours???

So I should be studying for my test tomorrow, but I am way too focused on the future of the country, my children and myself to really focus on a class that I just need a passing grade in...lol (bad menatlity but true). A few days ago I received the most incredible text from my dear, intellectual friend Kwapi. The text goes a little something like this...Rosa ran so Martin could walk...Martin walked so Obama could run...Obama is running so our children could fly. After reading this text I got an overwhelming feeling...it sent a shiver down my spin. I've always believed in the past is the foundation for the future, but no one had ever put this election in a context like this. I realized that if Obama doesn't win who knows where this will put America as a country and minorites. Obama has made a believer out of so many, including myself. Obama running in this historical election has given me a sense of hope and for the first time made me believe that anything really is possible...even for minorities. I realized that there is more than just healthcare, the war, education and the economy riding on this election...the future for generations to come is riding on this election. Those of us 18-30 have a chance to make a real difference by casting our vote, we have a chance to not only speak for ourselves, but our children (born and unborn). We owe it to those that aren't old enough to vote for their future and we owe it to our parents and grandparents to show them we are intelligent, intellectual and willing to continue to build upon the foundation that those who came before us set.

I hope to wake up Wednesday morning (if not go to bed Tuesday night) with Barack Obama as the 44th President of These United States of America. I have cast my ballot, I have let my voice be heard. I really hope that everyone else makes the right choice for right now...serious CHANGE. I would hate to see what happens if the wrong person is elected (or so they say) into office. I would hate to see what will become of America, but most of all I would hate to see that we never again get so close to having a black (person of color) person elected to the highest office. I would hate to have to answer to my kids and grandkids about what happened on November 4, 2008. I would hate to never see this dream come true, and possibly die wondering "what if".

This is the most historical election to date and I hope you are all planning to vote or already have. Even if you vote McCain (why?) still vote. My vote lies with Barack Obama!!! Let's wake up to a new America on November 5, 2008...we owe it to ourselves and those coming up after us.

P.S. May the wonderful Madelyn Dunham rest beautifully in peace. May she rest with the Lord above knowing that she played a great deal in raising a man of true character and integrity that can lead the United States back to greatness. May we not let her or his deceased mother, grandfather and father's living and raising of him be in vain.

Time to Get Nasty....

It's been a minute...the last week has been crazy! Today was even more crazy though! I went to our 1st women's basketball season of the year and it was amazing to say the least. The theme of their season is "Get Nasty"...hence the title of this blog. It has always bothered me that people are so anti support of women's teams. Now I understand that you may not get the fancy plays or dunks like in men's basketball or whatever, but that's still not an excuse. Ever since I can remember I've supported women's teams just as I would their male counterparts. In high school I was our basketball team manager and it was the best experience ever...win or lose I loved every minute of supporting them for 4 years. When I came to WSU just over 2 years ago I was at our 1st women's game and it wasn't anything to get excited about, but I still went to every game and supported them...win or lose and there was a lot of losing going on.

Things are beginning to look up. Just like the men struggled and now are all over the NCAA map I feel like our women are on their way up. I'm sad I won't get to be here the whole season, but from what I saw tonight it should be exciting. I've beena die hard Coug sports fan the last 2 1/2 years and although I love the Husky mens team...no one will ever replace my love for the Lady Cougs hoop squad! Here's to an amazing season, full of more exhilirating moments and most of all WINS!!!!!