I've been pretty productive today - which is most surprising as I have been craving a day of R&R lately. Had the day off, so its been busy with errands, business calls, organizing my mess of papers, et cetera.
One such important errand includes making a trip to the local Borders. As you may know the entire corporation is folding up, hence uber discounts at store liquidations! I had to slap myself on the wrist when I almost bought the entire series of "The Pacific" on Blu Ray for $40. Amazing deal, but God, will you please mark it down even further before I go back again??
I decided I'll wait till after Thursday (to be explained) and treat myself after my important meeting. So today I settled for Laura Inghram's latest book, "Of Thee I Zing," ($9 for a $30 book? Yes, please!) It's a social commentary on the decay of our American civilization today, from "Muffin Tops to Body Shots" as she wittily describes it.
As per Thursday, I am looking forward to driving out to the Springs and meeting with the director of a Charter High School that is classically focused much like Hillsdale. I'm really excited to meet with people intimately familiar with Hillsdale, its mission and values. As my fellow graduates would testify, it is extremely difficult to explain and have people understand the concept of Hillsdale and the Liberal Arts. So in short, this is a very special opportunity for me - I long to re-immerse myself with academia.
On another note...
Here is a long-forgotten story about American generosity to our troops during WWII. Incredibly touching!
Recently saw this documentary on how big our government has become since the Reagan administration ended. It was pretty helpful actually, and it simplified some principles that seem to get lost in political jargon. The documentary also pointed out this Obama faux pas. I'm surprised that A) I haven't heard this till now (then again, I did live under a rock at college) and B) who would elect a guy that doesn't know how many states make up the USA?!?!?
Nevertheless, if you wish to be patriotically inspired, Noonan's "When Character Was King" is an incredible portrait of Reagan's character and the American optimism of the time. I've only read one chapter and I'm already emotionally drawn in.
Speaking of Reagan, if you ever find yourself vacationing in Southern California, you simply MUST visit the Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley. It was a gorgeous facility and a wonderful experience!
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