The Perpetual Guinea Pig

It has been far to long since I posted something and I will just chalk that up to the start of my last semester at NYU and all of the craziness that goes with it. Luckily, I think that a large bit of the craziness has died down so hopefully I will be posting much more frequently from now on. Until I have a new post of my own though, check out this great story by my friend and classmate, Elizabeth Johnstone!

A.J. Jacobs as George Washington

Uh Oh…

Things aren’t looking so good for my aspirations of living as a freelance writer…bartending here I come…Freelance writing’s unfortunate new model.

Open That Bottle TONIGHT!

Interesting article in the Science Section of the New York Times today. We should really take that Seize the Day advice more seriously. Findings – The Psychology Behind Putting Off What Can Be Enjoyed Now – NYTimes.com.

We (Fill in the Blank) New York

New York ranked last in a recent survey of the happiest states. Those at the New York Times had an interesting outlook on the ranking. I think they are right about the things they measured not being the reasons why New Yorkers live here. Editorial – We Fill in the Blank New York – NYTimes.com.

0:01

One second it all it takes to prevent a total BCS upset. One kickoff not going out of bounds could change history.

My only question: With a game that close, does Texas really deserve to be facing Alabama in the National Championship?

Big XII Championship Tonight!

Alright Huskers, it’s time to get down to business. Tonight’s game against No. 3 Texas could mean a lot for the Huskers if they win. It would be the first time since 2002 that we would have BCS berth and maybe even be playing in the Fiesta Bowl. Ndomukong Suh could seriously be looking at a Heisman. Bo Pelini would prove that he’s the man to bring the Huskers back to the top.

But that’s only if we win…

For Media, a Sunset Is Followed Quickly by a Sunrise – NYTimes.com

I hope to be one of the bright young kids he talks about at the end of this article. Let’s keep our fingers crossed. For Media, a Sunset Is Followed Quickly by a Sunrise – NYTimes.com.

A Visit to the Cloisters

What are you eating for Thanksgiving?

Cute article in the New York Times about what people eat for Thanksgiving in different parts of the country. So what will it be? Sweet Potato Pie, Tofurkey, or Green Bean Casserole? Butterballs or Cheese Balls, an Online Barometer – NYTimes.com.

 

I love the New York Times but…

…I also love when someone points out the metropolitan bias it has. Coming from a VERY rural area, I find it a bit offensive that the New York Times considers any area with a population of less than 5 Million people as “rural.” I also don’t like the presumed stereotypes about rural America that it tends to perpetuate. Apparently, those at the Daily Yonder agree: Speak Your Piece: Since When is Dallas Rural? | Daily Yonder | Keep It Rural.