Let's Chat

It's been an extremely long week for me. The last normal week of classes at ASU, and preparation for finals kind of snuck up on me. Don't get me wrong, I'm soooooo ready to end this semester, but seriously where did the time go??? Of course I waited until the LAST minute to write a 12 page paper I have known about for oh, say, 3 months! lol It took me almost 2 full days to finish, but finish I did. It's a bunch of bull poop, but find me a paper on the Greek tragedies that isn't. ;)

The President spoke to the nation from West Point this week. It was no accident he chose to deliver the speech in front of our most promising young men, the cadets. I thought the cadets looked absolutely impressive. WoW, what a country we have to produce the kind of soldiers like that. I will say two things:
1. I thought it was a gross error on the President's part to give a time frame for withdrawal in 18 months. I am confused at to why his advisors (and him) would ever give the enemy any information. All they need to know is we're coming and won't leave until they do. I may be a girl, but even I know how to play the game of don't blink.
2. I thought about our men and women in the military (plus their families) and what it means to them. What I think I understand is most, if not all, active soldiers in the branches or the National Guard "get" that this is their job. It is what they serve for and are called upon to do. It is a duty and honor for them. We, regular civvies, may not understand this mentality but all of us need to respect it! (Hint Hint: Liberal media) And, if you think about it, you rarely see active military comment on news shows. They have opinions but their job is to follow the orders of the Commander-in-Chief. Some of the smartest people in the world keep their mouths shut, and their heads down.....our military.

That being said, I truly hope we take the fight all the way and finish the job because that's what our military would want to do. I feel that for sure. Next time you see a soldier, extend thanks and gratitude and if at all possible, pick up their tab. It's the least we can do.

On to a lighter topic: the BCS. Give me a BREAK!!! I can't even comment further because it could become ugly and I have too much respect for my readers. LOL But I did order tickets to see Arkansas play in the Liberty Bowl! It's going to be FUN....GO HOGS GO!!!!!!!!

Well, hope all have a wonderful week. I know I am going to enjoy mine simply because tomorrow night is my last night of grad school for the semester. Sweet Christmas break! Yes! Later blog readers......