dynamics
As with many things, my blog undergoes a continuous change in intensity. One time I will post some quasi-deep metaphysical exploration of the human condition, and then I will throw out a short blurb that makes no sense has no point. It�s all about the highs and the lows, the peaks and the valleys, the apex and the chasm. Plotted graphically my rants would be very similar to the graph of my bank balance. Oh, how I do enjoy being an impoverished college student.
You can tell that the semester is off to a great start when I am already deluged by little tasks and assignments for just about every class and each of the many organizations that I have responsibilities for. The only reason my to-do list doesn�t grow much longer is because I am too busy to take the time to put my tasks on the list. It probably doesn�t help that I spend more time engrossed in web-design for something that is not a pressing concern and is not even really my responsibility. Some day the things that I enjoy doing the most will be the things I get payed to do. I hope.
I find it interesting examining the exact function of a blog in my life. I think that web journaling serves a unique role in many peoples lives. If you blog regularly you will discover that it is a great way to blow off steam about something that is stressing you out. It is also a great way to develop thoughts that may be bouncing around in your mind. So, blogs are just like a diary? No, they also serve as a great personal communications tool one step removed from email. Let me outline the communications hierarchy as I see it.
1\. Real Life Person to Person - the closest and most direct form of communication
2\. Phone Call - still close and extrememely convenient
3\. Instant Messaging (IM) - a little disconnected yet still efficient
4\. e-mail - ideal for business and organizational communication
5\. blog - open to the public yet still contains elements of personal communiation
6\. Annual Christmas Card - no personal interaction and little risk of unwanted personal communication from others
Switchin tracks a little I must tell you my interest in getting a small USB flash drive, also called a jump drive. I was looking around at them and spotted the wrist watch USB drive. These little gadgets are awesome, I need a new casual watch too so it seems like a good fit. Then I started thinking of what else USB flash memory drives could be hidden in. Shoes? Oh yes my friend, I just may decide to go ahead and make my own USB memory shoes. Perhaps even with a spring loaded reel for the USB cable so you don�t have to take the shoes off to plug them in. If you don�t feel like browsing the web for USB shoes right now you could just go and check out the Spam Fan Club. I assure you it is fun for all, and I might suggest that you download the screensave there, apprantly it�s guaranteed to tikle you any of several shades of pink.