So, I’ve been keeping busy in school while still looking for a job. I spent the majority of today doing complex analysis homework (a 17-problem set, which is basically unheard of around here; most problem sets are 4-7 problems and take 6-10 hours to complete), but I managed to get in a tiny bit of job scouting. I have a few leads around here that I’m hoping will pan out…craigslist and CareerBuilder have been helpful in finding new possibilities (thanks to Mike for the craigslist lead). I’m staying pretty positive about this whole situation (thank you all for the encouragement), and I feel like this will end up being for the best.
In other news, I’ve been occupying my time engaging in conversation about political issues (both online, and offline), and reading things online (and in Time) to stay updated on what (in my opinion) is going to be one of the most important elections of our generation. I think the outcome of this election will shape our nation (and the world’s relations with it) for decades to come, and the changes made (or not made) will have very lasting effects on not only our lives but the lives of future generations.
On a semi-related note, if you are a California native (which I assume most of you are), I encourage you to vote yes on Prop. 1A, which if passed will allow the funding of a high-speed rail network similar to those found in Europe and Japan. You can research the details further yourself, but I have done a lot of thinking about this one and in my opinion this railway would provide a great all-around stimulus (economically, environmentally, infrastructurally [is this a word?], etc.) to California.
In closing, I recommend to all my readers to ride bikes more often, attempt tough math problems, stay informed on political issues (at least for this year), and listen to more Coldplay.
Comments
Jason Merino said,
Is that the ridiculously fast and cool train that uses magnets for propulsion? I heard they were going to put it in from LA to Vegas… is this true and, if so, what’s the deal with that? Regardless, those trains kick major A-face!
troyal said,
It is basically a mag-lev, except they’re going to be building on existing tracks so it won’t cost as much as an entirely new rail network. I don’t know anything about it going out of state, but I do know that it will be linking basically every big city between San Diego and Sacramento (LA, Orange County, San Francisco, Bakersfield, Fresno, maybe more). The time it would take to get from LA to San Francisco is 2 hours, 20 minutes. And best of all, it will be cheaper than flying. So even if you were considering not voting, you should vote on this.
Ben said,
Bro, super bummed that the PhD didn’t quite work out the way you wanted, but then again God has a way of mixing it up. Something much greater than you could have ever imagined may come out of it, and keeping a positive attitude is really the best thing you can do. You never know man.
Back on topic: Yes, this election is probably one of the most important both for our state, and our nation. I would be lying if I if said I wasn’t a little bit concerned about some of the issues, but we’ll see how they play out. When a select few judges over-turn what an entire state has already decided in the “name of equal protection”, when equal rights already exists, is pretty rediculous. But we get to vote still in this country which is better than nothing. Granted our presidential vote essentially means nothing in CA, but the state propositions are incredibly important.
Back off topic, you’re in my prayers bud. Let me know if you need anything…anything at all.