I saw this sign when I walked into my mechanics shop:
Wanted: Somebody to go back and time with me. This isn't a joke P.O. Box 322, Oakview, CA 93022. You'll get paid after we get back. Must bring your own weapons. Safety is not guaranteed. I have only done this once.
It made my day :)
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Monday, December 15, 2008
Will you miss me DC?
Leaving someone or something you've come to love is never easy. But the difficult parting is a good sign of deep investment, hard work, and sacrifice--all of which I felt I gave to my experience in Washington, DC. Because I can't stop thinking about my experiences, friendships, and lessons learned in DC, I figured that I would flesh them out a little bit so that I can preserve the wonderment and the love that I feel for that place and people. DC I will miss you, will you miss me?
I will miss:
Running to Eastern Market--blue-buck pancakes, grits, and season special french toast--Eating autumn apples, and fresh dip from vendors--Meeting Abby, Jordan, Patrick and others at our favorite breakfast eat in town.
My internship. Partly because of my supervisors and partly because I loved the work and industries that we were involved with.
Networking opportunities. DC is made of people that are passionate and hard-working. Everyone is always trying to position themselves for greater success and there is countless opportunities for careers, for political involvement, to learn, and to grow.
The architecture.
Playing late-night team-risk.
Eating in Georgetown with people from my program.
Spending time with Talai, Aaron, and Owen (who are all amazing examples to me).
Eating Talai's cooking--I always tell her, but she doesn't believe me, so, for the record: She has got some mean dishes... I really don't know how she developed as a great chef. I'm guessing it was a little nurturing from the world famous eats of Jana Manscill.
Running along the Potomac or National Mall, either by myself in quiet contemplation, or with friends talking about whatever was on our mind.
Learning from Senators, Chief Justices, CEOs, Chairman of large companies...
All the people from my program (although I will see the majority of them next semester, at least I hope so).
Abundant greenery.
Reviewing Edma's papers.
The constant discussion of politically charged subjects.
Giving Barlow haircuts.
Every minute of my time in Washington, DC, even the sleepless, work-filled nights.
DC, I hope you'll miss me. If possible, please save a place for me because I will be back, hopefully sooner than later.
I will miss:
Running to Eastern Market--blue-buck pancakes, grits, and season special french toast--Eating autumn apples, and fresh dip from vendors--Meeting Abby, Jordan, Patrick and others at our favorite breakfast eat in town.
My internship. Partly because of my supervisors and partly because I loved the work and industries that we were involved with.
Networking opportunities. DC is made of people that are passionate and hard-working. Everyone is always trying to position themselves for greater success and there is countless opportunities for careers, for political involvement, to learn, and to grow.
The architecture.
Playing late-night team-risk.
Eating in Georgetown with people from my program.
Spending time with Talai, Aaron, and Owen (who are all amazing examples to me).
Eating Talai's cooking--I always tell her, but she doesn't believe me, so, for the record: She has got some mean dishes... I really don't know how she developed as a great chef. I'm guessing it was a little nurturing from the world famous eats of Jana Manscill.
Running along the Potomac or National Mall, either by myself in quiet contemplation, or with friends talking about whatever was on our mind.
Learning from Senators, Chief Justices, CEOs, Chairman of large companies...
All the people from my program (although I will see the majority of them next semester, at least I hope so).
Abundant greenery.
Reviewing Edma's papers.
The constant discussion of politically charged subjects.
Giving Barlow haircuts.
Every minute of my time in Washington, DC, even the sleepless, work-filled nights.
DC, I hope you'll miss me. If possible, please save a place for me because I will be back, hopefully sooner than later.
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