Ewww...Why are people so gross?

So I have a really big lab exam tomorrow and while I was in lab one of my classmates showed me the e-mail on his phone about a sexual misconduct incident that happened on campus today. It is rather disturbing, but honestly I couldn't stop laughing...mostly because of the detail that the e-mail went into... oh and it is crazy that this happened at 3:05 pm, in the MIDDLE of the afternoon... here is the e-mail.

Sexual Misconduct Investigation

On Tuesday April 27, 2010 at 5:00 pm the University of MO-St. Louis Police Department received a call for a sexual misconduct 1st Degree. The incident occurred at approximately 3:05 pm at the public computers located on the first floor of the Millennium Student Center. The victim reported that the suspect sat in a chair directly behind her, and as she was using the computer she felt something touch the lower portion of her back. The victim indicated that when she turned to see what he was doing she noticed that the suspect was breathing heavily had his penis out through his unzipped pants and was rubbing it on her back. When she turned around, the suspect immediately ran from the area and up the escalator. The victim also immediately got up and left the area. The victim called her roommate before calling the police.

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Quick Update and some Uplift

Well let me start by saying I'm feeling pretty stressed...only 19 more days until I'm back home, but I feel like this is going to be the longest 19 days ever. Anyways..I am working on a scholarship application (among other stuff) for the Georgia Optometric Association and I was looking for a quote to start off my essay. I found some pretty good quotes. All of them didn't apply to what I was writing, but these are the ones that stood out to me.


I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do. – Edward Everett Hale

Dare to reach out your hand into the darkness, to pull another hand into the light. ~Norman B. Rice

Never doubt that a small, group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.-Margret Mead

This is the true joy in life - being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; being thoroughly worn out before you are thrown on the scrap heap; being a force of nature instead of a feverish selfish little clod of ailments and grievances complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy. ~George Bernard ShawThousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared. ~Buddha

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Yay I'm famous...ok not really...

So last month I went to Highly Textured Natural Hair Care forum here in St. Louis that was really great...I don't remember if I ever made a post about it..I did post some pics on facebook, but one of the bloggers, Glamazini (check out her site) that I have "following" made a great video about the forum.


I have a cameo at 3:15!! Woohoo! So check me out..lol. You should watch the whole video, but if you don't at least go to 3 minutes, 15 seconds...lol.




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Mise a Jour

I just wanted to make a quick update post...So April has been interesting...it has finally warmed up here in STL, but I think it has made me just start to experience "cabin fever" again. There is less than a month left of the semester, wow...it definitely doesn't feel like it. I still have another round left of exams and then finals. I can't believe I am almost done with my first year..so crazy! This summer I am working in one Optometry practice downtown. I am trying to get another job though so I can have quite a bit of hours and gain a lot of clinic experience so that I can feel more comfortable in my Clinical Opt classes.

Hmm..so much has been going on this month. I am definitely in a more peaceful and content place in my life than I have been in a while. I joined FTMBC, which is the church that I have been going to in STL since September. It was weird because I didn't go to church that morning with the intention to join, but all of a sudden I found myself walking down the aisles..yup. I have been doing alright in my classes. I still miss my family and friends like crazy, but I not as much as last semester.

I have  just been working on a take home test for most of the day. Last night I hada small gathering at my place. We watched Hangover and I Can Do Bad, All By Myself... I made some BBQ nachos that were delicious and I used my blender for the second time ever to make Margaritas... It was fun, needless to say I didn't get out of the bed today until the afternoon. :-) Well that's all I can think of for now..Until Next Time...

One for One- BareFoot

So I recently discovered the company TOM's shoes.. About two weeks ago, one of my classmates came to class without shoes. This seemed a bit odd, especially when he went to the restroom without shoes (yuck!). So instead of completely judging him, I decided to ask him why he didn't have on any shoes and he told me all about TOM's shoes and what a great company it is and how for every shoe you buy, the company donates a pair of shoes to a child in a country that is unable to afford them. Then he told about the "Day without Shoes" which occurs on April 8th. It is exactly what it says it is...the day is supposed to bring awareness to the millions of children/people around the world that are unable to afford proper shoes. I thank my classmate for having the courage to participate in this movement, in spite of the judgment that people in professional school may pass on him.


I know that in the morning when I am getting ready to go to class, I don't stress out about NOT having shoes to wear, I am usually more concerned with what shoe will look better with my outfit...Honestly I want to purchase a pair a Tom's shoes, but maybe later on in the summer, when I start making some money. Below is some facts that I got from their website. Enjoy!


One Day Without Shoes is the day we spread awareness about the impact a simple pair of shoes can have on a child’s life. On April 8th, we ask people to go the day, part of the day or even just a few minutes, barefoot, to experience a life without shoes first-hand, and inspire others at the same time.

It’s Hard Without Shoes

Through everyday encounters with domestic poverty, we are reminded to appreciate having food and shelter, but most of us all but forget about our feet. Food, shelter, AND shoes facilitate life’s fundamentals. Imagine a life without shoes; constantly aware of the ground in front of you, suffering regular cuts and scrapes, tending to infection after each walk, and enduring not only terrain, but heat and cold.

The problem is large, but the solution is simple. Wearing shoes and practicing basic hygiene can prevent both infection and disease due to unsafe roads and contaminated soil. By imagining a life barefoot, we can all contribute to the awareness of these conditions. On April 8th, communities, campuses, organizations, and individuals are banding together to walk barefoot for One Day Without Shoes.

Take a walk with us on April 8th, 2010.

Facts:

• In some developing nations, children must walk for miles to school, clean water and to seek medical help.
• Cuts and sores on feet can lead to serious infection.
• Often, children cannot attend school barefoot.
• In Ethiopia, approximately one million people are suffering from Podoconiosis, a debilitating and disfiguring disease caused by walking barefoot in volcanic soil.
• Podoconiosis is 100% preventable with proper foot hygiene.

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So I recently subscribed to Joel Osteen's Daily Word e-mails and they have definitely been so motivational. For all of you people who need an inspirational pick me up, you should subscribe too..this is Todays...

Enjoy the Journey TODAY'S SCRIPTURE "The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining ever brighter till the full light of day" (Proverbs 4:18, NIV) TODAY'S WORD from Joel and Victoria Sometimes it's easy to become so goal-oriented and so focused on our dreams that we overlook the simple things that we should be enjoying in our everyday life. But we have to remember that life is not really about the destination, it's about how we live all along the way. It's about the path we're on that shines brighter and brighter. In this life, there is no such thing as a finish line. Once you accomplish one dream, God will give you another. When you overcome one challenge, there will be another. There is always another mountain to climb. If we make the mistake of just living for the destination, we'll look up one day and realize we've missed out on the biggest part of life because most of life is routine. Most of us get up every morning, go to work, come home, eat dinner, go to bed and do it again. There are very few mountaintops where you graduate from school, or you get married, or have a child, or go on vacation. The high times are few and far between. Don't get stuck living for the mountaintops. Learn to enjoy the path you're on. Learn to enjoy the people in your life. Learn to enjoy the simple blessings of walking in the path the Lord has prepared for you. A PRAYER FOR TODAY Father God, thank You for the gift of life. Thank You for the good plan You have for me today and for my future. Teach me to enjoy the journey of life, to embrace each day with joy and enthusiasm. Help me to see the blessings of every moment You have given me. In Jesus' Name. Amen. Until Next Time...

For Freedom Not For Beauty

I am in the library about to jet off to a review session, but I just wanted to make a quick post. So breaking news on the natural hair blog circuit, Chrisette Michele has decided to BC.. and a few noted bloggers have had the chance to interview her. I am not that big into interviews of celebrities and what not, but her interview (the parts I read) was insightful. I'll post a few excerpts below, also the poem that she wrote, "For Freedom Not for Beauty" is beautiful. (And yes that is Chrisette in the picture) Enjoy!

For Freedom Not For Beauty

There’s a beauty that lives so deep inside each of us.

There’s a fickle eye that doesn’t believe anything it sees.

There’s a benefit in love that erases all doubt and believes good intentions.

There’s an ear that isn’t free enough to give the honest man the benefit of the doubt cluttered by lies not-mentioned.

Since when is creativity subject to criticism?

When is honesty subject to a jury of fears who wouldn’t believe rain if it fell, or sun if it shined?

Sometimes a flower grows when no ones watching.

Sometimes a bird sings and no one hears.

There’s a meadow no one runs on and a cloud no one names

And what would the sky be with out the sun?

What would the earth be with out its rose?

They’d still be the sky and the Earth.

So perhaps there is a peace in becoming.

Perhaps the meaning is in the experience and not the sight.

Maybe a flower grows because it suffocates under ground.

Whether or not she is always noticed, beauty must become.

She doesn’t look for an eye.

She doesn’t listen for a voice.

She just becomes,

For Freedom Not For Beauty

-Chrisette Michele

Thanks to CurlyNikki...the interview was great, here are two ques/answers that I particularly liked!

CN: What would you tell someone toying with the idea of transitioning or Big Chopping?
Chrisette: Do what’s best for you. What is your heart saying? Follow it. We are incredibly beautiful, us curly girls. Let’s be proud and supportive of each other. To be quite honest I’d have to say...are you ready for what I’m about to say? Ok... Don’t be one of those girls out there who have our beautiful curls but wear no smile, head is down, ain’t got no presence! Give it! Cat walk down the street! Rock that hair with the fiercest of outfits. This is not just a spiritual journey, it’s an incredible fashion statement that not everyone can wear! Treat it like a manicure or a new Prada bag and be the most amazing diva on your block. This beauty is fierce and it’s ours naturally! Let’s make each other proud! Amen?!

CN: Anything else you'd like to add?
Chrisette: I am so grateful for the bold acceptance I’ve received from my sisters. I think together we are breaking down barriers in the main stream and I’m excited about our journey ahead. There is a new integrity and honesty that we are experiencing that says “Take us as we are, or don’t take us at all”. There is a new pride rising from our community reminiscent of the times when we knew each others poetry, and held our fists in the air. We are going to support each others new business ventures, we are going to see each other in graduate schools, we will see each other in government and we will lift each other out of this depression. It starts in the heart and I pray I’ve inspired many of my sisters to follow theirs.

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Ann Cooper: Food= Health, Part 2

As I continue the series on school lunch and it's importance on the epidemiology of Disease and the future of our country, Ann Cooper is name that must be mentioned. I saw her speak on TedTalk Tuesdays and it was even more fact filled and riveting than Jamie Oliver. If I tried to summarize and present her ideas I am sure that I will be unable to do her justice. She is definitely a trailblazer for the type of reform that needs to take place in school across America. Below are some quick facts about Ann Cooper and below that will be the video... A must see!!

Why you should listen to her:

Ann Cooper has a frontline view of the daily battle to keep kids healthy -- and of the enemy, the processed-foods industries that, it sometimes seems, want to wrap every single thing that children eat in a fried coating and then a plastic bag. As the director of nutrition services for the Berkeley (California) Unified School District, she's an outspoken activist for serving fresh, sustainable food to kids. Her lively website, LunchLessons.org, rounds up recipes, links, and resources for food activism.
Cooper's influential program in Berkeley involves kids in every stage of the food they eat, from growing to disposing of it. And along the way, eating some delicious cafeteria lunches.
She's the author of several books, including Bitter Harvest, an examination of the food chain, and her latest, Lunch Lessons: Changing the Way We Feed Our Children.


















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Food Revolution: Teach Every Child About Food, Part 1

So I saw this TedTalk video a couple of months ago, but I never got around to posting and commenting on it. So I figured I'd just post it anyway, in case anyone was interested. The video was remarkable, and it left me thinking about how proper nutrition or the lack of affects children for the rest of their adult life; especially with the rise in childhood obesity, which leads to a whole array of diseases such as the rise in Type II diabetes among children.

Maybe sometime last week, I saw that Jamie Oliver actually has a show coming out about the nutrition problem around the US, it's called "Food Revolution". It instantly reminded me of this video, and I guess I wasn't the only impressed by his ideas and what not. What sparked me to think of this, was a phone call from my sister asking me how was my school lunch in high school. She was appalled by the lunch that was being served.

Oh also there is a petition that you can sign on Jamie's website. Watch the video hopefully you are inspired by something and realize that it does matter, especially for the longevity of our nation.


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Obama Chia Pet and Quick Update

So if this isn't funny I don't know what is...I didn't even know Chia Pet's were still being sold..Hilarious! I busted out laughing when I saw this, my favorite part is they call it the "Great American Series." They even have a ridiculous video/advertisement to accompany the product. Maybe it is/was an April Fool's Joke...either way it is still funny and I wonder how many people will actually buy it. Here is the video:



So hopefully everyone laughed as hard as me...I just wanted to do a quick update. Right now I am on my spring break..it has been GREAT! Honestly the week has really flown by! I can't believe it is Friday. I have really been able to catch up on my sleep which has been nice. The weather outside has been marvelous, even reaching and exceeding 80 degrees (doing a happy dance). Unlike STL, flowers and trees are really starting to blossom; it just looks beautiful outside. One of my professors, gave us some work to do (notes to review) and what not..definitely don't feel like doing it..Let's just be honest, I probably won't do it until Sunday when I get to "Misery/Missouri." There have been a lot of changes in my life, but we will see what all becomes of it... (not jumping to any conclusions, like the Jump to Conclusions mat on Office Space)

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