As I write, it should be noted that in Orono, ME, there has been no snow. I must say, I am not complaining. In fact, I am well-aware that we will get our fair share of snow up here. From accounts of ‘Mainers’ this is weird. Well, either way, my beard is growing and I am ready. Not having to shave is quite nice.
The semester is starting to wind-down. In academic terms, this is when many heavy-duty projects are due. This holds true for me. I have two, 15-20 page papers due in the next month. Also, three full-books to read, one to re-read, research to do, etc. This seems a bit overwhelming, but it will shake out nicely. I am praying for organizational strength. The research paper I am working focuses on J. William Fulbright, father of the Fulbright Scholarship Program. I have been looking in old-Congressional records and it is exciting.
Now, onto some other items. If you need a show that is not only witty, but funny and wonderfully acted, then 30 Rock is your show. I am a bit late to getting on board with this show. For me, it stems from when NBC (for whatever reason) decided to start the fall of 2006 with two shows about late-night television. I went with the other show, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. That show was one of the best collaborative cast shows ever. Anyway, check-out 30 Rock. Alec Baldwin is brilliant and Tina Fey is at the top of her game. In fact, aside from the movie Outside Providence, this is Alec Baldwin’s best comedic role.
I will discuss the election at more length soon. I am pleased with the result, more because between 60% and 62% of all registered voters, voted. While not at the level set in the 1960 election, many people utilized their right to vote.
John Legend has new record out, but I have not listened yet. Has anyone heard it? Care to share your opinion with me?
Thanks for reading.
