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have both passed away like dreams, but the Empire of the People grows stronger every year. IV Arizona a Territory at Last When the Civil War was nearly over, General Heintzelman accompanied me on a call at the executive mansion, to solicit the organization of a territorial government for Arizona. President Lincoln listened to my tale of wo

Catching Up

So before my last post, it had been a long while since I posted. I went through all kinds of changes in my life, all of which I've learned a great deal from. I've learned who I am. I've learned about the struggles of relationships. I've become a better communicator, expressing my wants and desires, and listening, not just hearing, the wants and desires of those around me. I've begun a new chapter in my life and it's looking beautiful.

I know understand that my last long term relationship wasn't healthy, for me or her. I have discovered that even though it ended poorly, I needed to have that happen to me. Most people have this epiphany at a younger age, or even before so much of their lives pass them by, but I am still grateful that it happened. I wouldn't have found my partner that I have now. We love each other, and we show and express our love in ways that I never understood before. We communicate using each others love language, even though it isn't our primary one. When we have misunderstandings, we actually communicate our understanding of what's going on, and work to solve the problem, instead of bottling it up, like I use to do.

I cook.

I've always known how to cook, but I wasn't "allowed" to because I'd do it wrong. Now I have people that love my cooking, and I've experimented more, I've even increased by culinary skills and decided to share it with those that would like to learn more.

I love.

I love freely all those in my life. I'm not afraid to show my emotions. I'll cry and let the tears run down my face. I'll hug you, and not the bro hug with the arm in between, but with open arms, letting you know that I am glad you are in my life.

I am running out of words, but I will write more.

Dinner with the in-laws.

So the other night I cooked for my in-laws for the first time. It also happen to be the first time they have come over to our apartment.

Things went really well (check out the menu I at Confused Man: The Food). We had a great time. Maybe I'll actually wrote more this year...

I'm ready...are you?

For some, summer is right around the corner. For others, it's already here. And those of you that have "real" jobs, well, you'll take what you can get, the 4th of July weekend. Working in education, schools often get summers off. With exceptions of those schools that have those year-round calendars, we get 2 months off every year, not including all the other holidays that happen throughout the year. Some plan elaborate trips to far away destinations, others keep it close to home with various weekend trips to more local places. How ever you choose to spend this summer though, know that the school year will be starting earlier.

Yes that right folks. Our school year, well at least LAUSD's school year will start in early to mid-August. I know, I know...some may be wondering why. Well much of it has to do with the testing culture that our country has adopted over the last decade. Here in California we have the "California Starndards Test" that occurs every May. Now because of this test being in May, schools have had to make sure that all the standards are taught by the time the test was administered across the state. So schools were placed in a pickle. After testing, all the materials were already taught...so what do you do with the remaining weeks? In comes the early start school year.

By starting school earlier, the schools can kill two birds with one stone, as the old saying goes. Schools will get more time (starting earlier) to teach/prepare students for the test. While at the same time cut the amount of time at the end of the year so that the down time after the test is lessened as well. What does this mean for teachers, students, and parents?

For all involved, this summer will be a short one. LAUSD will get just over a month of vacation time, and for those that weren't aware, vacation plans may need to be changed. Students and teachers will have more time to get ready for the test, so that is an upside, and parents don't have to worry about what their kids are going to be doing all summer. Some down side items I foresee though.

Physical Education is going to be one of the hardest hit. Since much of the class occurs outside...the sun/heat will be a very important factor to keep in mind. Air conditioners will have to be functioning properly, as some of us knows, repairs can take what feels like an eternity to repair.

Overall, I think this was a smart move by schools. Eliminating the down time at the end of the year, getting more time to prepare for this test that we have to administer, no matter more stupid the test is. Well that's my rant.

"Just Friends"

I saw this posted the other day, and though about it. It's strange how much has happened to me in such a short amount of time. Marriage, dating, relationship, all changing in a year. Crying, loving, pain, heart ache, just so many raw emotions. And at the end of it all, what are we left with? Memories.

That's what we're left with. Yes, you can be "just friends," but you will have a connection with this person that will always be just a little bit more than friends. You will place them, ever so slightly, in front of others. But it's OK. It's OK to be "just friends" with someone you use to love. It's OK. It's special, you have a connection with this person that others may not understand. Heck, they might even be jealous of it, but don't let it get to you.

When the Past Comes Back

Started with a phone call, which I let go to voicemail. Then a text, followed by an email, and another phone call. Then my brother gets a text to tell me about what I just got a phone call, voicemail, text, and email about. It's been several months since I've heard high or low from her, since I've even thought of her. Then out of the blue, BAM! Broadsided. I never saw it coming.

When I've already been contacted by our agent, why does she need to contact me via so many channels? Anyways, this question is moot. I've been in contact with my agent, that's all I need to do. Moving on has been the best thing for me, I doubt intend on going back to the way I was year ago.