if you're sad then it's time you spoke up too0811 hrs:Wow. For the first time in years, I feel like I can be proud to be an American in an international setting. As if I could go anywhere and do anything and be proud of my country. Obviously, I think that Obama is the right man for the job of leading such a great country that is in such great need of good leadership.
I'll try not to say more than that. I don't particularly like to put my political views down in words, but I'm too elated to hold it all the way in. (The inner voice is excitedly saying, "Wasn't his speech awesome, though!?" and I am answering it "Yes, yes. It was inspiring! *squee*")
Ok, so maybe I won't be able to stay off of politics for too long. *grin*
Yesterday was a good day in other ways, too. Because I got to leave work early, I was able to run some errands that needed to get done. I filled up my gas tank, because there is speculation that gas prices will go back up now that the election is over. After that, I dropped off a couple bags of donations to Goodwill. I went to the post office as well and mailed out my JET application via Certified Mail and stopped by the mall to donate my old cell phone and chat with Mr. T. I had a very good, animated discussion with him about Korean vs. Japanese movies and television. He gave me a list of good Korean movies to see.
Then I went and voted with Nailz. We got lost on the way to our polling place (just like last time), but still got there. There was no line, so it was quick. We ended up getting Papa Murphy's and zoning out into the J-drama "Stand Up" until around 9:30 and then started watching the election results. It's a sign of the times that we didn't turn on the TV, but instead "tuned in" to MSNBC live coverage on the internets. I didn't get to bed until past 1am. Oh bah...I am tired, but it's the best tired I've ever been in my life. Plus, that's why I have a 20 oz. pumpkin pie latte. :D
0857 hrs:Time is so cruel. I can't believe it is not even 9am yet! I am super-tired, but am trying to stay positive. I don't think there are words for how much I don't want to be at work today. I was thinking about leaving at noon if I'm still too antsy to tame my thoughts. I'm normally pretty distracted anyway, but today I can't think in a linear fashion to save my life. My bed and warm kitty are calling to me, saying "come enjoy a nice, long nap on this cloudy, dark day." I am super tempted. Well, we will see how the rest of the morning goes...
gather around, listen to my champion sound1156 hrs:Well, the morning has gone by fairly well. Guess I'll be doing the full work day. I don't really have any extra time off left anyway. There was something I was going to write, but I have forgotten it now. I am still very tired, but I feel more awake at least. :) OH - I just remembered. Now that the election is over, I keep getting nervous about the JET application. Wish me luck! Now - to try to distract myself for the next 3 months or so. XD
I don't know if it shows or not, but I am trying to make these rambles shorter. I hope to drill what I have to say down to more compact notes. Hope all are having a good day and I will talk at you all tomorrow. :)
Today's Playlist:
3 Ajikan albums
Shannon Lawson - Chase the Sun <---this guy is much better in concert than on his CD - one of
the best live performances I've seen in terms of sheer musical talent and style
Japanese Pop mix CD of my own compiling (too many tracks to list here)
Teddy Bears - Soft Machine
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