Rumblings And Ramblings

- I might have the most gifted 9th grade writer in the history of 9th grade writers in my English class.  Her short story was unbelieveable.
- Why don't people read anymore?  Aren't we technically growing more intellectually sound, what with the new technological advances (see what I did there?)  Then shouldn't we be able to realize that we cannot possibly be solvent as a society without the ability to read.  Reading has become a chore, not a necessity or a pastime.  We're creating machines to do the work (reading and critical thinking) for us.
- On a related topic, will this downward spiral away from reading for enjoyment ever run its course?  How do reach/encourage those who say they "hate" reading?
- Teachers do a lot of work.  Don't badmouth them.  Unless they're tenured.  Then you can say naughty things.
- Climbing is an excellent release and it's really cool as a barometer of physicality.  Once you start mastering routes, you can see yourself improving and getting stronger, more flexible, and better at problem-solving.
- I'm counting down the days to camp.  The Detroit metro area has been good to me, but those outsiders have sullied its good name.
- Aaron Carter concert tomorrow!  I'm so excited!  And he's coming to Ferndale!  Poor guy.
- How much control does an agent really have over an athlete's life?  Do they choose the free agent destinations, or are they at the mercy of the agent who is seeking a bigger payday?  I mean, some of the NFL free agent moves have been baffling.  Urlacher, not taking the Bears' offer?  Even if it was low?  Athletes talk about a perceived lack of loyalty being shown to them; to receive you must give.
- I'm totally optimistic about the Tigers this year...but I wouldn't be a true fan if I didn't have a little bit of hesitation thrown in there.  For example, is Torii Hunter really an answer at 37?  Should we expect regression from Cabrera or Fielder?  Is Scherzer for real?  Can Victor come back and start smacking the ball again?  Who are Peralta and Avila: All-stars, or replacement-level players?  Is Anibal worth the cash?  Do they have a closer?  Will it even matter?  Are they built for the randomness of the postseason?
- Speaking of postseason, it's tournament time!  Get ready 7th hour!  You're in for some super hoops action!
- My book list consists of Ulysses by James Joyce, A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway, and On The Road by Jack Kerouac.
- 6 more school days until Spring Break!