Thoughts of Learning New Things

I'd rather see someone say "Hmm, that's interesting. It will be interesting to see follow up studies and further information on this," than to have them immediately start pointing out errors, why they're wrong and counter points.

Like if you are observing/reading something new, I think you should read it and think about it a little before jumping into "I am smarter than this person and will prove them wrong mode".

I just feel like there's some wisdom in taking the time to digest something instead of having the mindset of trying to poke holes. Its the difference between unraveling something and poking holes in it. Like maybe if you poke holes in an argument, you're poking holes in your own ability to understand the argument.

People would do better if they took the time to understand WHY another person/group thinks something, rather than to try to change the other person's mind.

Have a great night with "Date Night"

I just watched Date Night tonight with my parents. It was pretty funny. It's been awhile since I've really laughed out loud to a movie. I really like Tina Fey and Steve Carell. They were both hilarious. And the surprise cameo by Mila Kunis aka Jackie Burkhardt from That 70's Show was much appreciated. I didn't really hear much buzz about Date Night when it originally aired in theatres. Maybe it didn't exactly appeal to graduating college students, but the commercials looked funny and I have wanted to see it since then (didn't have the time/opportunity). I don't know how well it did, but I thought it was definitely worth it and would greatly recommend it.

There is a more sobering subplot - Fey and Carell's characters are struggling with boredom but still love each other and each want to spice things up a bit. It's not a unique idea, but I think its set up a little differently than usual, despite reminding me of True Lies, at least in the sense that the couple is also drowning in boredom. Of course in Date Night Carell is not a spy and Fey isn't cheating. So there's a serious marital issue as a set it, but I think its handled carefully enough so as to still be heartfelt and important but not serious enough to be depressing or drag down the fun.

In other news I'm getting back into Linden after a summer of not working with it. Just in time for the "school year", I guess. Maybe that will help wean me from school - I'll have a project to work on in the fall months.

It's been a pretty busy summer after all. I've hardly had any time to myself, between work, hanging out with Fuz, hanging out with high school friends, and various trips. This weekend was more laid back but still hardly any time at the computer at all. I'm having fun, but it's just nice to be able to relax in my pjs and hang out surfing the 'net, catching up with web comics and of course, writing.

I'm in the process of saving up for a car too. Scary and exciting. I feel like an adult and yet not an adult at all... it's weird. Just read a good article that Fuz linked to me about an emerging new age group (kind of like how a century ago, "teenager" was a new idea). It's very interesting and definitely worth checking out: "What is it About 20 Somethings?: Why are so many people in their 20s taking so long to grow up?"

Just Random Thoughts

We've had an unfortunately hot summer, but it seems like with the change of the week, the first feelings of autumn are upon us. At least, it's been noticeably cooler around here, like a preview of fall.

I love the fall. I cannot wait until it comes fully - the crisp autumn air, the changing of the leaves, back to school excitement and the thrill of Halloween. For now, I'm stuck with just a hint - the cooling air. Last night I went to my friends house, and as soon as I stepped outside not only was it cooler, but it just felt like autumn. I know that fall is still a whole month away, and maybe it's just my mind playing tricks on me in its eagerness, but I breathed in the air and it felt like autumn air.

I'm also very interested in what it's going to be like working in the fall instead of going to school. Part of me is really excited just to see what the experience is like, to see how strange it's going to be, if strange at all... I'm sure it will be strange. I mean I ought to be shopping for new school supplies, ordering books, packing and preparing to move in. But no. I'm at home, quite lonely actually as Fuz has left after visiting for a little over a month. The room is distinctly empty. And instead of weekend trips to look forward to, I have quiet evenings of laundry and catching up on all my internet haunts and whatnots that I've been neglecting definitely over the summer, and partially during my years at college.

I keep telling myself that I am going to resume working on Linden. I have to! But I do need to settle in a little bit, get used to working my room again... after all, I haven't really done a lot of work in my room since high school. It's difficult to focus in this house (it's rather small). So cannot wait until I can have my own place!

Updates & Movie Review: Despicable Me

So not so much progress in the reading area I'm afraid. I got a job, so I've been busy during the day, and then when I get home I'm either busy going out with friends, or relaxing and unwinding watching tv and... okay, I'll admit it... playing Frontierville.

I did, however, see Despicable Me recently. Unfortunately it was a bit of a disappointment, and I blame Pixar. See, Pixar makes such awesome movies, that I've come to expect computer animated movies to be fantastic and relevant not only to kids, but to adults. While Despicable Me had its fair share of subtle references for older audiences, it mostly just felt silly and cutesy. Which is great - for a kid's movie. So basically, I just had different expectations. It was a good movie, sweet and perfect for kids, and I'm sure enjoyable for anyone who has kids. But it just didn't quite live up to the high expectations I now have after seeing (and loving) so many Pixar movies. Especially since it came out after Toy Story 3.

Ah, yes, Toy Story 3 - saw that recently as well. Great movie. Very sad. If anyone still hasn't seen it, you'll have to wait til it comes out on dvd now, but when you do watch it, bring a box of tissues. Amazing that a company has now produced 2 sequels that have been as good as the original. Bravo.

I swear I'm going to read Count of Monte Cristo, really. I've just been super busy this past month. These were my past three weekends: trip to Wildwood, trip to Washington DC, and trip to Atlantic City. This weekend will be just as busy, with a trip to the New York Renaissance Faire, and then, sadly, driving Fuz to the airport. :(