Limerick for the Day

How can I possibly continue,
To question my life and impromtu,
By sitting alone,
Speaking in a tone,
That may bother a scholar like you.

The Beginning of the Big Question . . . .

This is only the beginning of the big question ...


Is the pursuit of worldly knowledge humanity's goal?

Supporting literature:
Siddhartha,Daybreak, The Stranger

Bring back the idea of Existentialism

Existentialism
Perspective
Living in the moment
Defining your own life
Making your own path
The process and identification of becoming human

I remember freshman year, I read the biography of Albert Camus and his novel, The Stranger. In The Stranger, Albert Camus created a character, Meursault, that was indifferent to cause and effect. Nor does the reader see him cry, angry, or react to everyday situations.

After reading The Stranger, my second existentialism novel after the The Metamorphosis, I concluded that existentialism is the indifference to society, however I did pick up the reasons why an individual may be indifferent. Though these individual's actions seem inept for readers, his/her decision upholds a truth. It is not naivety, nor stupidity, but personal morals and perspectives which effect his/her decisions. These decision do not define a wrong or a right to another, but a wrong and a right for an individual. Though most of society may inquire how and why this individual came to their particular decision, which they should, it is important to identify the causes for their decisions and not choose to label it a "malfunction." Everyone does not follow a instructor's manual of "how to live life" or "be like me." No one should choose to conform with the rest of society.

"The test of a first rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still retain the ability to function."
-F. Scott Fitzgerald

The real world we live in, everyone conforms to a trend off of a moving picture at their home. Do I have a problem with this? Yes and no. Television creates a sociable atmosphere for other human beings to connect, to share ideas among each other. Many of them will be similar, according to the clique of people. In short, this repel conflicts among society, but does this progress our intellect? As F. Scott Fitzgerald says, "intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas" and conforming does not excel our intelligence. Diversity creates a field of original ideas for others to ponder.

What are your thoughts of conformity and existentialism?
Please add your own thoughts on existentialism.

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The Bell Jarin' People

Spending Veteran's Day in Hawaii

AHS choir and orchestra are about to hit DIA and fly to Hawaii. Exciting isn't it? I must say, most of us musicians are forgeting why we are going. AHS was chosen out of Colorado to fly to Hawaii to play for Veteran's Day. We have been so busy about what we will do in Hawaii, we haven't been practicing the full amount of time to prepare for the concert. I must say, we are very shaky on our playing. We all have to practice more.

I believe that this trip will be more exciting to enter Hawaii prepared. But how?

Nature vs. Nurture

In my Anthropology class, I am presenting an oral presentation about Nature and Nurture of the Human Race. I would like to ask for your input. I might even quote it my presentation. :D What defines humanness? Are there characteristics naturally given when a child is born or does the child learn them? And ultimatly, do humans become who they are by nature or nurture?

Any input would be great. I still have plenty of questions, but I'll leave it at that. Thanks

Excuse me, are you Korean?

A little boy comes into a store and looks at me. He asks, "Excuse me, are you Korean?" I asked him back, "Why do you want to know?" He says, "Koreans scare me! They have bombs that will explode America." I told him that all Koreans aren't like Kim Jong Il. He was confused and ran off calling for his mom.

Is the media giving the wrong message to Americans. I'm sure that all adult Americans have a understanding that all Koreans aren't alike, but I do see it in their body language when they see any Asian. In the true dialog above, I am sure this boy didn't have the full understanding of Korea, but isn't there a chance that other people have the same warped view on Koreans?

There is a pure difference between North and South Korea. North Korea is obviously ruled by a dictator Kim Jong Il, the son of the original leader Kim Il Sung, and rules his country with an Iron Fist and most unbelieveably, by brainwashing his fellow country people. The citizens look very happy in his country because Jong does not educate his people about the outside world. Jong most likely does this in fear of losing his power as a dictator. South Korea lives in a capitalistic environment. S. Korea is one of the world's leading industries in technology. The people there are educated and understand the values of having a well developed government. In all the news reports from major companies, they all will have similar reports of how the two Koreas opperate.

I know the people have the right to believe whatever they so please, but it is also right to understand who and why these world events happen to avoid being singled out. Should people be allowed to voice their opinion? To assume?