Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Favorite Research Project / Class Reflection
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Art Gallary - Inspiration
Yesterday , I went to the Indianapolis Museum of Art for the first time in about 15 years. I think I appreciate art now more than when I was in high school. I was particularly blown away by the Stain glass and the Civil War portrait. The Civil War portrait was painted while the artist was recuperating from injuries he suffered in battle. I think with every picture tells a story and these men just needed time to not think about killing their fellow Americans and spend some quality male bonding time . There was no Football, Iphones or Playstations back then so I guess the main source of entertainment was playing cards.Anyway I like the American flag painted in the background I just wish the photo came out better but it was real dark in there and they were giving a tour so I just took a quick shot. I went outside and walked the gardens and came across these number sculptures and snapped a picture. I don't know if this was all too inspiring but one thing I can take away is this was another day where I just tried to find a little peace and looking at the beautiful work made me feel quite mellow. MC.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
What The Bleep Do We Know ? - Reflection
Monday, October 13, 2008
Bliss.... A Return to the Past
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Senses - Part 2 (Thu - Sat)
This day I took some time to smell things. I really don't know how to write about what you smell and describe these sensations but I will let you in on the details. While driving to work this morning I got behind a car that was smoking pretty heavily and was having major engine problems. I absolutely hate the smell of an engine about to blow. It's happened to me before so I know what it's like. Next at work somebody did not flush the toilet in the men's room and it stunk up the bathroom for the rest of the day. I guess you really only pay attention to smell when it's something you don't like. I really don't know what I like to smell maybe some fresh bread or donuts. This is my least favorite sense and if I had to lose one this might be the one. Although if I have BO then how would I know?
Friday - Sense #5 (Vision)
Well ever since I was 7 I have been terribly nearsighted. I have to have my glasses on to see things clearly. I really love HDTV now. I bought a Hi Definition TV last year with my tax return and ever since I think I watch more TV than ever. Vision is where I feel the most emotion , I love to watch anything to do with nature and love the beauty of this planet. I was on the phones up at the receptionist desk Friday morning . The sun was coming up and this long line of clouds was moving across the sky .These clouds looked like a big gigantic spaceship moving through the sky and it took like 30 minutes to move across the building .I just kept glancing at it when I wasn't answering the phones and with the sun just starting to rise it was amplified even more. This is when you realize how blessed you are that you have something like this to look at. There just something so peaceful and tranquil about looking at what God has bestowed on us and you should never take what you are given for granted.
Saturday - Sense#6 (Perception of Time)
Somebody mentioned this in class so I thought I would elaborate more on this. I was working on some projects today and could feel like I knew what time it was even when I wasn't looking at the clock and that's the way I've always been with this sense. I wake up every morning and beat my alarm clock because I know it's time to get up. I wondered when and where this all started I think it had to start when I was in the military.Every day of military life is so structured and it's a repetitive process that you just mentally lock in to this sense . I don't believe in talking with dead people so that why I choose this as my sixth sense.
Saturday, October 4, 2008
Senses - Part 1 (Mon - Wed)
Monday – Sense #1 (Hearing)
Pardon me but my ears are a little clogged up with Chocolate pudding but tonight I focused on hearing. I would say this is my favorite sense and I really wanted to come home after school tonight and listen to some music. I have been busy the last few days so I haven’t really had time to listen to the IPOD. I drifted off to sleep listening to Spiritualized new album “Songs in A and E”. I being a definite musicholic can judge a great album if it relaxes you enough to make you fall into a dream state. Music is what I focus with this sense most of the time .My ears can pick up sounds that you would not notice .I can hear every layered guitar, the harmonium in the middle section or the tambourine in the chorus . So in closing I never take this sense for granted.
Tuesday – Sense # 2 (Touch)
When I was tasting my Pop tart this morning I accidently cut my inside gum in the right side of my mouth. Man, I was in pain all day I could only chew on my left side the whole day. I guess you would have to say that the inside our mouths are very sensitive to the touch and that this is one place where you don’t want to cut yourself. The real part that sucks is that ruined my appetite for the rest of the freakin’ day. Oh well maybe this is just what I need to lose a few pounds.
Wednesday – Sense # 3 (Taste)
Luckily last night I took a few Tylenol PM’s and woke up today feeling much better this morning. Tacos are the cure for me when I am having a bad day. I went out with a few friends for lunch and ate off the dollar menu at Taco Bell. I still can’t believe you can eat there for five bucks and be good for the rest of the day. Taste is a pleasure. I really think this might be the sense that is taken for granted. When you having a craving for something and can really enjoy the flavor such as Cheesy Double Beef Burrito or a Volcano Taco it really makes you feel good. I know it’s stupid I love food and if I couldn’t taste anything it would be the worst torture anybody could put me through. Oh yeah and maybe having to listen to Country music.