Post-Mugging

I've mostly been posting to Twitter lately. However, this blog deserves attention, not abandonment.

I've mostly sorted out replacing various cards, etc. from my mugging. What remains is getting a new social security card. Last night I went to Marshall's in Richfield and purchased a decent wallet for 10 dollars, it's Perry Ellis, made of soft leather. I've replaced my phone as well, with a slightly smaller and more "hip" model. I like it, particularly since it works. Another major change since the incident is that I hardly carry my check card with me anymore. I generally carry small ammounts of cash. An interesting side effect is that I've been managing my budget far more effectively. This is perhaps a result of not having the ability to fulfil any whim I have with my check card.

Another interesting thing is that the men responsible for the mugging have been charged with 2nd degree aggravated robbery, because they implied the possession of a deadly weapon. (In fact, they threatened the use of deadly force) This crime has a fairly long maximum sentence of 15 years, and I believe is a felony, so if these men are convicted, they will never be able to vote again.

On the voting front, I'm pleased to see that Barack Obama is currently winning handidly in the election. The vast majority of people seem to believe that he is the next president of the United States, and I would certainly like to believe them. Palin frightens me, and McCain's willingness to associate with a religious extremist, far right psychopath of her caliber makes me question his judgement and honor. I believe he has been corrupted in his path for ultimate power, and that his experience in the 2000 primary against Bush taught him harsh lessons.

I've been spending a large ammount of time doing schoolwork, studying, working out, working, and watching various high-quality TV shows with Shane and Vanessa. I heartily approve of True Blood and Dexter, and have really enjoyed Twin Peaks and Rome. Also, I've been reading some Lovecraft.

I'm currently participating in clinical research regarding lipids. Also, I just completed my first runway show on Saturday, dressed as a robot.

Here's a link to a site with photos.

I'm going to attempt to return to a 2x per week posting schedule, with more regular updates on Twitter.