Category: USA

  • Spring?

    Although it is not very noticeable right now with clouds and rain, the Spring is definitely making its entry. Last week it was our turn at the U of O to have the (in)famous Spring break (time of Spring break various across the country). Rather than getting drunk in Cancun like in the movies, I…

  • A winning combination?

    Late night programming, beer and coffee. A winning combination? I believe so. I have earlier mentioned the wonders of midnight programming. Now, another quarter draws to an end and once more, I delve into the darkness of the night with my computer as my companion… The only problem with this right now is, that I…

  • A short notice

    I often get thoughts that lead me to thinking: “Wow, that would be a great thing to get of my mind and share with everyone” Unfortunately, I have forgot those thoughts right now and instead can only remember what really matters anyway which is the real life. This January  and February turned out to be…

  • Can one man change the world?

    Do not roll your eyes just yet, even though you might have guessed who I am referring to in the title of this post. Last Tuesday (for the people hiding in their caves) Barack Obama was officially sworn in as the new president of the USA. Except for the larger scale and magnificence of the…

  • End of the narrative

    “Goodbye.” The context of that quote is so important. Do we see each other tomorrow? Maybe “see you” would be more appropriate in that case. Are you going to be away for a month? Goodbye is ok for that kind of parting. Will I ever see you again? There is no word suitable for this…