Well, much has happened since I last blogged in. Seeking a higher education has kept me pretty much busy with the qualifying and I am ready to go, thank God. Personally, I've had much happen around me to keep me on my toes. Like my father falling and breaking two ribs. It's not much of ac deal, except when you are 80 years old, it is. My little one attended a conference for minority future scientists and received recognition for her presentation; not a small feat considering she is one of three that Miami Dade College sent that got a certificate. Just out of the North campus there were twelve and she was the only one among the group. And believe me, these kids are pretty smart…so I am as flabbergasted as she was when she called me.
The economy continues to tank and reach bottom. We are talking layoffs at my place of employment, but you can't worry about what you can't control. When push comes to shove, good employees will prevail….I Hope….
The events at Ft. Hood have made me realize how fragile our lives are, and having been in those shoes a long time ago, realize the brotherhood that exists among military men. To have a traitor among us ranks up there as one of the vilest things a human being can inflict upon another, all for the sake of my religion being better than your religion. When Jesus was among us, he didn't say Catholics, or Jews, or Protestants or Muslims are better than anyone. I bet there is an African native right now that lives in the middle of the Jungle, and he will make it to the Kingdom of God before me…why? Because it does not matter where you came from or who you are, or how much you have, but what is in your heart, and whether you practice compassion, understanding, and lots of common sense. Thinking about the loved ones, the friends and the brothers in arms fighting for us makes me reflect how precious liberty is, and how much prepared you must be to defend it. They did not ask to be there, but they are there. Whether they believe in the war or not, they are being responsible and accountable, which is much more than I can say for the rest of us. My prayer is that ALL of them return safely….
On the lighter note, it is getting cold - finally. I welcome the climate change because there is no better feeling than waking up to chilly air. My wife hates it, but it makes me feel good about myself that I don't have to worry about sweating….like Forrest Gump said, "good, one less thing to worry about". I spoke with my oldest daughter, and she is such a welcomed blessing. She is the ultimate optimist, she is going to be blessed in many ways, as she has chosen her path in life, and it is a good one. My son is always in my mind…I worry about him, but that is what parents do. He is also on a sure path, and I am so proud of all of them.
As for my professional journey, I am so excited to seek further education. Nothing gives power like knowledge. An educated man is the most dangerous person in the world (see Obama). This holiday season will be a reflecting one. People will be placing more emphasis on thoughtful gifts as opposed to lavish ones. I am happy about this. I feel we have lost our conciousness as a nation and as humankind. It's time to get back to basics and care about the important things...till next blog, I promise not to saty away so long....
