Elected Chair of College Republicans!

I am privileged to say that last Tuesday I was elected the first "multi-racial" Executive Chair of the College Republicans!

There are several things that I will face this upcoming year- especially with this next year being the election year in a predominantly Democratic district. Although this is a new experience for me, I am determined to encourage and motivate the dormant conservatives on campus to come alive and impact the community in which we reside!

Although I have been a very good soldier when it comes to campaigns and other political activities, this is going to be a new kind of challenge for me to fulfill. Being in a leadership position seems as though you should be set apart, which is somewhat true; however, being YOURSELF is the key to being a successful leader. I find that whatever reason you are elected into office, people are looking to you to make a difference.

Some of the goals that I would like to see the CSU (Columbus State University) College Republicans accomplish this year:

1. To inform, educate and motivate current members to be more active on campus and recruiting more members in the same fashion.

2. To be more active on campus to make our voice heard: events, cookouts, guest speakers, etc.

3.To be more politically involved: mainly on the local and state level (national, if marginally possible).

This election year is going to be a very close race. The general public (based on the liberal media) are somewhat discontent with conservatives, but I believe that we can change that falsehood. Even though there are issues that are of the national interest, I believe that the College Republicans at CSU can make a small improvement in Columbus and the surrounding community.

This task is not going to be easy, being that I am from NYC and have lived her only 2 years. With the help from friends, networking, and error, I believe that there will be a difference in the city of Columbus- a difference that will sway the vote away from a district saturated with liberal views.

Where are you, God?

I have been dealing with some health issues for quite a while, but it seems that they only stagnate and get worse over time. Now, before I go any further, I must declare that despite my physical "carnal" condition, my hope and faith is vested in Lord Jesus. Ther is nothing that can change the way that I believe, think, or feel about Him or the Bible. I know the Biblical Promises that we have in Christ, I can honestly admit, though, that I am growing weary...

It seems all the praying and conversations with God are in vain. Many times have I wept and cried out to God for healing, but it seems like it sleeps for a time and resumes it's path of destruction on my body. I honestly don't know what is wrong with me, and doctors are so oriented on making a dollar that the whole meaning to the hypocratic oath, to me, is plundering right before my eyes. It doesn't help that it is so hard to find a good doctor that actually knows what they're talking about and isn't afraid to delve into the possibilities of my condition! (Now, some of you may know what I am speaking of when I write about my condition, but I'd rather it be reserved to yourself- naturally I don't thaink that is important in this blog and they extremists can think all they want to about what it could be... It is foolish to assume, and many people do just that.) What can be known is that I am in  so muchpain at times that it seems like it is suppose to be apart of everyday life- but it is not! Everybody won't understand or choose not to care, but that's ok... I'm not asking for handouts or sympathy from man, only understanding and healing that comes from God alone.

Yet, I feel so alone on this issue when I talk with God that I sometimes have doubts and fears that make me wonder if I am going to die young like my father... It irritates me that I am tormented by these thoughts and cast them out in our Lord Jesus' name everyday, only for them to return after a while when the pain returns...

I feel like the stress of this all limits my potential, and I only want to be successful in the things that God has laid out for my life here on earth. Despite how I feel, my spirit will continue to hold fast to the curtail of the Lord of my salvation and hide in His fortress while battling the war within my body, mind, and soul. If you believe in Jesus, agree with me and ask God to show mercy. Thanks ;)

Check this out really quick...

Current mood: amused
Category: MySpace

Read this one blog of my sisters and tell her what you think. I thought that it was pretty funny!

http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=14570322&blogID=162915394&MyToken=50af9193-47c7-4e62-a856-c97ac1c82bcc

Loving Friend or Friend in Love?

Current mood: contemplative Category: Romance and Relationships <embed allowScriptAccess="never" allownetworking="internal" src='http://us.i1.yimg.com/cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/player/media/swf/FLVVideoSolo.swf' flashvars='id=546966&emailUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fvideo.yahoo.com> It's difficult to say whether or not it is right to start out as friends when you like a girl. To me, I believe it would make a lasting relationship- but it seems that it has always landed in failure when trying to pursue a relationship with the girl later on. Although I treat each girl as unique and individualistically as possible, it seems that girls inevitably just want to remain friends, as it would be awkward to be romantic with a friend. I mean, telling a girl up front that you're attracted to her (in so many words and nonverbals) has been my way for a while, and it lands me with girls that doesn't seem to have it all together. I don't know... I kinda enjoy being single; being able to go where I want and talk to/date all sorts of girls (and not be held down) is awesome! At the same time, however, I believe that a lasting relationship can only stem from a girl that is independent, mature, and reserved. That is why I choose to continue to establish myself and await the right one to come along. I get many opportunities, and thought it would be best to test them all and see which one would be best. However, I now choose to wait for the best- someone who is independant, reserved, intelligent, and has goals and dreams that attune with my own. I will no longer be some girl's fill-in boyfriend or allow a girl to be my friend because she's lonely and wants someone to talk to- that's ridiculous! If a guy wants to get with a girl and she doesn't like him like that, she should do themselves a favor- tell him and not try to be his friend instead. However, if a guy is a girl's friend and he begins to have feelings for her, she should eventually let him know with words and not think that he is a mind reader. Trust me, a guy can tell if a girl likes him or not, but he is not a mindreader! It is also true that one should not hold on to false hopes that the friend they are attracted to wants to be with them, when they were told otherwise. This could jeapordize the friendship they already have (if desiring to retain the friendship). At the same time, the friend should not lead the one on to believe that there is some chance for them to be more than friends when that is not the case.   As for me, well, being in a relationship is not an option right now, although it is a desire. My main focus is on God and working hard at school and my profession to establish my eternal, distant, and temporary futures, respectfully, while making the best of life as it comes- one day at a time.

Working for Corporate America

Current mood: infuriated

Is it me, or do we as Americans get worked to the bone in our job professions only to spend our money on utilities and necessities (artificial needs, like electricity and cell phones; or natural necessities, like unprocessed food) that are dictated by apathetic companies and industries that just "want to make a living." By no means should one think that I am saying that companies and other industries are a bad idea; they provide a job market and my personal paycheck! However, it seems that philosophically we are being raped of our humanity by overwhelming laws, flooding taxes, and a market/government that overwhelms American citizens income and "credit" like an overstressed artery in the body of a heart-attack victim.

It is so hard to get by nowadays for our generations, and if the baby booming government officials (of any party, speaking unbiased) could resolve our overstressed generation instead of creating a large mess and debt for us to clean up while tending to their retirement and telling us how bad it's going to be for us and how we should live our lives (forced by privacy-infringing laws and statutes), we could actually start saving for our retirement and afford to live on a decent wage/salary. They see it coming but do nothing because the baby boomers are so worried about themselves due to there being so many of them to think about each other with such limited resources; hence, their children are learning this same mentality and every one scurries around like Black Tuesday (or Monday...it's late) or something, unintentionally screwing their kin out of resources and values, causing societal issues and scolding for the social wrongdoings today. (I think our capitalist society is in dire need of review before it begins to fall like the old civilizations of Rome and Greece.)

 Has our government/society "evolved" into the mentality of supply and demand that she forgets her values and erects a golden calf of extreme capitalism at any cost (literally)? Our generation should not have to pay for the sins of our forefathers and fathers, nor should one have to work twice as hard (sometimes 2 jobs) while attempting school to make something of one's self and pull oneself out of a long life due to high stress and labor, starting at a young age. Someone needs to take charge and make things right, keeping our generation in mind- not just for votes, social security security, and to form us into a mindless consumers/citizens; someone who can take a stand and allow our generation to grow as human beings and (genuinely) patriotic Americans (like during the American Revolution) UNILATERALLY and re-establish/reinforce our economic, social, and political strength. Leaders and businesses that will not abuse the financial securities of our generation for selfish industrial gain while trying to conform us into educated consuming machines, but into independent citizens who can exercise their natural freedoms and live comfortably without having to worry about our government, businesses, industries, and corporations overworking our financial resources, natural resources, and physical health. Granted, there are some politicians out there that somewhat understand from both major parties, but one things for sure- we need to regroup as a country, stop scattering ourselves and spreading ourselves too thin, and reinforce the circulatory system of Uncle Sam before he actually croaks due to cardiac arrest caused by overbearing stress and an empty wallet!