One of the papers I wrote this semester. It was done for my Jewish history class "Between Persians and Islam" which dealt with the Second Temple Period. I'm quite happy with it, largely the paper deals with the possible location of the temple.


The Temple at Leontopolis, otherwise known as the Temple of Onias, is an important subject for study because it was the only temple...

I've been attempting to dig up some information on my ancestors on my mother's side. My father's side is well documented and many in the family have done research. No so on my mother's side. It's so hard! Only thing I've been able to dig up so far is a US census record from 1920. When I visit in a month my mom is going to give me copies of everything she has which isn't much but hopefully it's something. I can get plenty on my grandmother and a fair amount on her parents once they immigrated...

I've been super busy lately and haven't made it on really for the longest time. But now I have a break coming up so prepare to see more of me.

I registered for my classes for summer and fall semester today. I'll be taking:

Summer-

Ancient Greek Lit
Holistic Health ("Wellness" requirement)
Civil War and American Memory
US involvement in Latin America

Fall-

Arabic 203
Forensic Health
The...

Just finished writing up a midterm paper for my political anthropology class. I'm rather happy with it. Feedback would be appreciated from any who are feeling generous. Due on Monday so fingers crossed for a good grade.

A thirty five year old metal worker and policeman of the Reserve Battalion 101 in reference to the actions that resulted in the deaths of...

The title is just a couple words I would use to describe the past few days.

It's been a tiring weekend. First off I am sick. AGAIN. This is the third time since the holidays. So not cool.

My best friend (been best friends literally since the age of five) lost her father. She's been taking it really rough, she was away visiting family and had to delay her flight back because of the storm that hit last week, and he died suddenly wasn't ill or anything, no one saw this...