wondering...

Is the Hokey Pokey really whats its all about.......

Blog #7

I found two good articles to use for my paper and are reputable. Problem is I need a few more articles in case I change my mind about the material I need. Kind of having a problem finding sources, nothing I can't handle. I'm sure the library trip will come in handy.

Blog #6

Friedlander, Blaine. "Love and Lies: Online Dating." Medical News Today. 08 Feb.2007. The National Science Foundation and the Institute of Social Sciences. 8 Mar. 2007 http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=62440.

Summary
In short, most men and women tell little white lies in their online dating profiles. Men mostly lie about their height and women lie about their weight. No real susprise here. It has prompted online dating sites to reevaluate the way they want suscribers to describe themselves by asking broader questions.
Importance
This is important forys the online dating world can change how they do business to make it better for the daters.
Connections
This is the first time I have researched online dating. I did use the same method on finding a reputable site for a previous paper.
Supporting Source
I am argueing how to change online dating in some way, (still not sure how yet). This article can be used to show how and why people lie and ways to make it not happen as much.
Argumentative Source
This is a study, not an argument, so i can't argue with the facts. I would have to say that men and women lie more about what they want and are looking for in a mate, though. Not being true to oneself is the biggest lie when it comes to dating online.

just another day....

It started normal, hit the snooze a few times too many. Skipped my english class to fight with a fax machine, because my mom desperately needed last years tax forms, to fill out this years. At least she's not calling me every hour, anymore. Went to my economics class and grabbed a copy of the Wall Street Journal on my way out. I was excited to pick up a spicy tuna roll and savor every bit over the latest article pertaining to Bernake. Alas, no where to sit, so i ask a girl if i could sit with her, and, of course, she says yes. As i open the paper, she procedes to fill me in on her horrid night at her job. Something about a tequiliaed up chinese coworker grabbing her ass. While I fight the urge to roll my eyes, I listen, fascinated by the details, i can't help but think i have, "Please talk to me" tattooed across my face. My phone rings, an out, i wish her luck with her harassment lawsuit threats and meet up with my "like sorority chick" friend. We decide to sit in the grass infront of Southern Hall, and enjoy the beautiful day. I stretch out in the soft grass, lay my head on my bag, and gaze at the sun playing off the leaves of the huge tree across the lawn. She is rambling on and on about her latest boyfriend drama. Again, why do people feel the need to tell me such things? I pretend i'm interested in her mindless chatter and do nothing but think about the conversation we had last night. I had an ephiphany! (and you didn't think this story was going to get good)
I wonder how can I be a better person, a better student, a better parent? Maybe, instead of being selfish and thinking of only my needs, I'll give my full attention to my friend; give her what she needs from me, someone to listen.

this shit is crazy

So, I had my first experience with a computer virus, trojan to be exact. It seems the name alone would be of comfort, like it would protect your computer, like the condom protects against STD's, or viruses. Trust me it dosen't and i now contemplate why it is called trojan. It must be the story of the Trojan horse, sneak attack. Balls to the wall, what the fuck am i gonna do? I was innocently checking my e-mail and all of a sudden something wanted to steal my personal computer information. Since i have limited funds in my checking account, i almost peed my pants. I immediatly called my friend for advice, and, of course, i couldn't explain my way around this box i spend so much time on. (Side note, why are computers sold to people that have no idea how to work them, anyway. It seems best buy and circuit city should require a class before the transaction can be made!)
Anyway, it took two days of apperantly "scanning" to find everything wrong with it. Over 8000. that seems like alot, is that really normal? how can so many things be wrong with it along with the virus. I only check my e-mail...i don't get it! I also don't understand this "scanning" process. It makes me think i have a super hero hiding somewhere in the mother board using super laser glasses, kicking the asses of the 8000 tiny monsters in my computer. It could happen.
Then i really freaked out when the virus wasn't deleted and got scammed out of $60 to buy some bogus protection. That condom sounds like it would protect my computer better...hhhmmmm, maybe if I....okay thats enough of that........
I finally just finished resetting all my passwords. What another ordeal. The million dollar questions....whats your mothers maiden name?...your first pet?...city of birth?....shoe size?....bra size? It seems just short of handing over my first born, but i guess it is necessary busy work I have no interest in. Just to write this blog. Your welcome Mr. Davidson....i finally did it!!!!