It feels like trading brains with an imbecile

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And it feels, it feels like trading brains with an imbecile... for real.
Yes I feel emphatic about not being static
and not buying philosophies that are sold to me, at a steal.
Just when you thought it was safe to think,
in comes mental piracy, NO!

MUN

Yesterday I finally attended my third MUN conference after my absence at Cerritos due to my sudden sickness.

Thankfully my partner was Vanessa who I've become quite close with. We weren't sure our teacher would let us be partners but in the end, we got our choice! Thank goodness 'cause Nessa eased my nerves tremendously since she would be the BS-er and I would be the one doing research.

This was our first time doing Security Council and our first time with VETO POWER! Luckily my school was able to get RUSSIAN FEDERATION instead of some other country. I was incredibly happy we got a good country because we got stuck with Sudan at the UCLA conference. Terrible country.

Nonetheless, when we reached our rooms I was surprised to see that our committee wasn't packed and it was only about 24 students. This made me more comfortable seeing we'd have more chances to speak.

Vanessa and I were so lucky to have North Korea's nuclear issue as our first topic because all of Edison's delegates were aiming for Yemen which Nessa and I completely disregarded since we figured they were novice topics. Haiti was our second issue we were to solve after our lunch but we were hoping it'd change once we'd return from lunch.

During NK's topic, I enjoyed myself thoroughly caucusing and sharing Russia's ideas for aiding this issue. However, I was pissed when another country took MY idea for a solution during her speech; since I mentioned it during caucus, EVERYONE began discussing checkpoints at major ports as a way to alleviate the situation. Next time I suppose I'll just leave it for my speech. Both resolutions were passed in the end.

Anyways, it was finally lunch and next thing I know a lot of my friends found Nessa and I so they just cut in line with us. We had a great lunch, personally. I ate two slices of vegetarian pizza, salad with vinaigrette dressing, and brownies for dessert along with water. It was nice chatting with my friends to catch up and see what shenanigans went on in their committees.

Nessa and I returned to our rooms and unfortunately the topic had changed to Pakistan, a topic neither of us had studied since we were so positive Iran or North Korea would be chosen. D: Nooooooo. We panicked for a moment but by that time we were so drained we didn't really mind on caucusing since we already made friendships with U.S., Nigeria, and the U.K. who were all awesome delegates. Anyways, in the end our resolution was vetoed by France. DAMN YOU! My friend and I abstained during resolutions to be FRIENDLY and NOT veto their resolution which was very similar to ours. It was definitely a low blow.

Our committee finally ended and we didn't receive a crisis or anything which was alright but I was curious to what would happen if we did. Oh well, I suppose there is always next time.

In the end, we headed back to their auditorium for the closing assembly. My school won one gavel and another certificate. I'm very proud of my friends that won!

Closing assembly


YEAH! VETO POWER!


Once I got home I ate a bit more, drank some tea, watched TV for about thirty minutes and then crashed and I woke up at 2:30 a.m.. After every conference I always find myself exhausted!

Anyways, I can't wait for the next one! I thoroughly enjoyed this event.

Tiresome Tuesday

“The world's a roller coaster and I am not strapped in. Maybe I should hold with care, but my hands are busy in the air.” - B. Boyd

It's always tiresome going back to school after a three day weekend. Here I am sitting and typing away with my eyes practically dry and bleeding; my eyelids feel incredibly heavy.

There are days when I wish I could just be carefree as some students I see at school. They socialize without any worry in the world and head home to do whatever enthralls them without the thought of homework ever crossing their minds. Sometimes I say to myself, "Forget this. I don't care," but in reality, I'm still worrying about finishing my homework, studying for tests, studying for my AP exams, practicing my Japanese, and reading. . . the list is endless! I don't think I'll ever be able to be truly carefree. I don't know if that's a good or a bad quality?

I hope to pursue the world of journalism but sometimes I feel like it's such a risky occupation. Considering how writers have it currently, it really isn't the best career but it's one of my deepest passions. I love that it allows me to be a creative human too! That's definitely something I want to keep as a quality. And if I'm able to become an official journalist, then I hope there's still such thing as printed news! If my official job is working for an online news site then I personally wouldn't feel as successful or official. I'd feel like I'd be blogging everyday on news that people probably wouldn't read since they have thousands of sites in a click of a button. These thoughts can be so depressing to me at times. :(

I was dedicated to my homework today nonetheless so I'm quite proud of myself. I was able to finish my Spanish summary, my International Relations homework, and my math study guide. I managed to do majority of it myself without any help but I got stuck on four problems and that worries me. Hopefully I'll be able to talk to my teacher tomorrow before we take the test. I don't want to fail my first math test of the semester. I'm aiming for a B this time.

Today I was pondering my future life after my high school days. I'm extremely nervous for what the future will hold for me, I'm terrified! The most terrifying thought is not being accepted into a UC. I know that my first rejection letter will make me bawl; I'm already expecting it. I will be embarrassed if I enroll into a community college! Not that there's anything wrong with a community college, it's just that I have high ambitions and I know that I'm capable of being accepted into a UC. My only issue is that I'm incredibly lazy! :( I need to break that habit! Argh. Afterwords I'll still be nervous about my schooling, applying for internships, and actually applying for jobs but it doesn't bother me much now. However once those tasks are upon my doorstep knocking on my door awaiting on my decisions, I'm not sure how exactly I'd respond. I'd probably consult my mother for some advice. OH! and applying for scholarships are a drag too! :( Why must this all be so difficult and tedious?!

I should probably apply to a few more today since I'm finished with my homework early and then I'll study for my AP U.S. exam.

How do you do it, make me feel like I do.

This band never ceases to amaze me. While I haven't had the fortune to experience them live, I feel positive that their performances are spectacular despite their lack of audience interaction. Incubus, you can thank Green Day for making me greedy on that subject.

Stellar is an amazing song. However watching the video provided above, I'm more astounded at their cover of The Police's De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da. I'm usually picky when it comes to covers but I was blown away at this performance! Boyd's vocals are astonishing!!! He has powerful vocals and I'm always surprised at how high he can hold them without cracking. Talk about talent! You don't easily come across singers like him in the 21st century, that's certain.

Watching this only excites me more of when I'll see them. They haven't released a CD yet or announced anything that would lead to a tour but I'm quite positive that when the time comes, I will experience them live. I wasn't able to catch them last year at the Hollywood Bowel, and I'm still kicking myself for it! I wont make the same mistake twice.

I'm waiting for Mother to get home to see if she'll let me buy two DVDs off of Ebay. A seller is auctioning off TWO Incubus: Live @ Red Rocks and When Incubus Attacks: Vol 2 for the price of $7.00! Both were originally around the price of $20! I can't let an offer like that pass me by, so I'm hoping Mother will be okay with it.

Svengali

"Each week you are invited to watch the adventures of Svengali (John Roecker) as he sometimes solves the most baffling and bizarre cases in Los Angeles.

Joined by Daisy Chain (Mikey Brannon) the whore with a heart of gold, the evil Professor (special guest star Tim Armstrong) and a cast of literally dozens.

This webisode series is not sponsored by corporate enemas like Microsoft, it's simply fueled by delicious booze. Yep this series is like an infectious disease that will give you delightful diarrhea. You will feel like you were anally raped after watching it. Yes, it’s that good.

This is more than a series, it’s a way of life. It’s Svengali’s World and we just live in it."

http://www.svengaliworld.com/wip/

If you're a fan of Roecker or not-- you should all check it out!

t's better to live one day as a lion, than a thousand years as a lamb.

Since Rage Against the Machine disbanded, Zack de la Rocha continued writing music and after many years he has collaborated with another artist, ex Mars Volta drummer, John Theodore. They have finally released their EP which includes 5 songs, including Wild International which De La Rocha performed in Chicago at the House of Blues with Tom Morello.

Fortunately, I've found the time to listen to the full EP without any interruptions
and I've must say that 'Wild International' has been my favorite thus far. It's been the track that has stood out lyrically and musically. The keyboard and drumming make an excellent combination that instantly hooks you. Great opening song!

Last Letter is a diddy that doesn't include De La Rocha rapping. I was surprised at first while listening and it contains powerful lyrics with great drum dynamics. Definitely the one with my favorite drum beats.

One Day As A Lion, the last track and I'd say the most diverse out of the bunch with powerful lyrics. While listening, I can't help but think of Haiti or the people in Sudan or over populated refugee camps. This particularly stands out to me:

After dark my city's a fuse
One day I say today we live as a lion
And when our cubs grow
We'll show you what war is good for

Overall, I'm loving the EP! It has bold beats, powerful lyrics, and it includes fantastic musicians collaborating ideas. I don't think it could get any better than that, for a duo at least! :)