Golfing, Tweeting, Summer 2012 Bucket List

It has been a while since I blogged and I know that I have already talked about Summer in previous blogs as well as bucket lists but there are certain things that I want to achieve this summer and would like to share them all with you. Currently we are on about hour 15 of rain and although I am weird and hate the rain/storms I find today peaceful and since my house is empty I thought this was the perfect time to blog. Yesterday in this weather I decided to try to get a round of golf in. Yes I golf by myself sometimes and although many people ask me why I go by myself, there is nothing more relaxing than being able to get out and play at your own pace. Not only that but I have time to be able to think about things. My twitter followers Tweet Tweet Tweet were probably annoyed because I kept tweeting while I was golfing. I shot a 91 which for me as just an average golfer was awesome. I didn't get any 7's or 8's which for me is almost impossible haha. Currently I am listening to Common Man on KFAN and he is chanting. I know about 5 of you will understand what I am talking about but I love when they chant "ARDEN HILLS ADREN HILLS" It always makes me laugh.

Alright here we go. Summer for me started on May 21st and there has been lots of things that I have already done that I have wanted to. Here are just a few more things that I want to get done before I leave for my Junior year at Saint John's University.

• Finish my 2 summer classes with A's
• Save lots of money
• Shoot Under an 85 at MCC (Monticello Country Club)
• Lose Weight (Already down 8 pounds in 2 weeks!)
• Go to Canterbury Park for a horse race and turn in a winning ticket
• Go to Fenway Park when I go out east this July/August
• Spend more time at my Cabin with the Family
• Buy a new pair of Oakley's or get a pair for my birthday (Hint Hint... Anyone?)
• Turn 21 and have a beer with my co-worker Jeff. I know this seems small but to me it's important
• Go tubing down the river at least one time
• Beat my Grandma in a game of scrabble while we sit poolside on a hot summer day.

Although I know there are many other things that I want to do and will do but these are the first things that came to mind. Thanks to all who read and for all the feedback I recieve. I am working at Broadway tonight and Bingo for $1000 continue with the best odds in 19 weeks. Come try to win some money! See you all soon.

-J-

Vikings Stadium/Voting Rights.

In two days I will complete another year at Saint John's University and will then be a junior with only two more years until I have to go into the real world. I sit here listening to Dan Barreiro on KFAN as they continue to update the Vikings Stadium and it has really opened my eyes to how clueless I am on politics. I knew that I didn't know much but some of the terms they use while they talk stadium talk just go over my head. Sometimes I wish that I knew more about politics but other times I am so glad that I do not care at all. Now before anyone gives me any crap, it does not mean that I won't be listening to "the issues" when it comes to presidental election and that I won't vote. I honestly think voting is one of the most important things that you can do as a United States citizen. It is a right that not many people get the oppertunity to do and I believe it is a honor to be a part of choosing who comes into office. My view on the Viking stadium is simple. It HAS to be passed, not only because I am a rube and love the Vikings, but also because it has many benefits to the people of Minnesota. More jobs is the biggest one that has be on board. Also on Sunday's people spend the whole day downtown celebrating before, during and after the game drinking, eating, and spending money that goes back into the economy. How can we say no to that? I am curious to see what happens this week with the whole stadium talk. Now that we PASSED the House, I am looking forward to see what the Senate has to offer.

I know this is really short but finals are calling my name. I hope once school is done I will be able to broaden my blogging horizon and do more with it. Have a good night everyone and like always see you soon.

-J-