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About Me

I'm a liberal, very much a liberal. It's stated first for the very reason that it pretty much sums me up. I'm extremely passionate, compassionate, educated, optimistic and open-minded. I love the environment, human rights, equality, diplomacy, democracy. I believe that if we concentrated on what we all have in common instead of what makes us different, the world could be a peaceful place. We have more in common than we have that separates us. I'm also a feminist. That might scare some of you, but I'm sure that's only because of the terrible inaccurate stereotypes; I don't burn bras, or hate men. By feminist, I mean that I want to be respected for my intellect and want equal treatment throughout society. I'm 22 years old and I go to the University of Oregon. I love learning, but I'm super burnt out. I'm almost done with school, but the closer I get, the more uncertain I am with what to do with my life. All I know is that I want to do something that makes a difference in this world and for individual people. For now, though, all I want to do is see the world. If you know of any great places that I should go, let me know!

My Interests

I'd like to meet:

I would love to meet anyone that has made a difference in this world, or that wants to. Some of the main people would have to be Nelson Mandela, Mother Theresa, Oprah, Barack Obama, and Ghandi. I guess Angelina Jolie and George Clooney should be mentioned as well. They use their fame in order to promote knowledge and change. Today I add Cindy Sheehan to the list. She's taking some time off in order to be with friends and family. Thank you Cindy, for your strength.

My Blog

Hate and Fear have no place in this election

Posted by on Tue, 14 Oct 2008 23:15:00 GMT

The President Should Support the Troops

Veterans have been going to college on government scholarships since World War II. On May 15th, Congress passed the new GI bill giving veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan full college scholar...
Posted by on Thu, 22 May 2008 20:08:00 GMT

Colorgenics

Julie did this colorgenics thing and I figured I should check it out. The results were eerie. It takes almost no time. Just do it!http://www.paulgoldinresearch.com/cg/index.htmThese are my results: Yo...
Posted by on Sun, 15 Apr 2007 21:47:00 GMT

Oh, life!

I'm living in Eugene and going to school still. Unfortunately, or fortunately depending on the day, I'll be here for another year. Lately, life has given me some new challenges many of these have to d...
Posted by on Sun, 25 Mar 2007 21:37:00 GMT

Integrity

Finding riches in one Blazer's lost $100 bill From the Oregonian, John CanzanoMaybe it's Sara who has the real life lesson for us The housekeeper found the $100 bill on the carpet of the Trail Blazers...
Posted by on Mon, 05 Feb 2007 22:13:00 GMT

A tribute to Nancy.

You've been my navigator and my guide since I was 16. No matter how badly I treated you you've always been there for me. We've been through so much together. You were there for my first ever road trip...
Posted by on Wed, 18 Oct 2006 10:35:00 GMT

My parents are moving back to Portland

So, my parents finally sold their house. At first I was excited that they were moving back to Portland, but now that it's happening I'm suddenly sad. My parents love their house and I love having them...
Posted by on Fri, 29 Sep 2006 10:11:00 GMT

I awoke at 415am to the sound of a police officer pounding on my door!

My car had been stolen and recovered some where between the time I got off work (1030) and then. MY CAR! Who in the world would ever choose a '97 plymouth neon with no stereo and half of the paint mis...
Posted by on Fri, 21 Jul 2006 05:26:00 GMT

A message worth reading.

I was truly inspired by this song. Just like my last blog, my friend Covell wrote this. I had to repost this because I believe it is a message worth passing on and repeating. I hope you read it and it...
Posted by on Fri, 24 Mar 2006 16:40:00 GMT

Beauty Introspected

Beauty introspected But reflected in your eyes Undermine The reason why I Feel this way Although steps mirror my past I trace the memory back To the summer's peace And the sweet release You...
Posted by on Mon, 20 Feb 2006 20:30:00 GMT