Whatever happened to Jakob Duehr?

Well, after coming up with a title for this blog, I began to brainstorm the direction I wanted to take with it. I narrowed it down to quasi-philosophical ramblings or an update on how I've been. For once, I chose the latter. Don't worry, though. I think I have some philosophical ramblings soon to come.

Hmm, I guess I haven't updated my life since the end of summer. Things have certainly been busier than expected. Though I only had 13 hours this semester, the workload for the classes were pretty substantial, as I had a couple pretty big projects to do. I was also able to go on a few field trips: one to a museum in Kankakee, one to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and one to Reed-Custer Middle School. All the trips had some highlights. I have been pleased with my effort and output scholastically this semester. Let's hope finals go well.

As far as work goes, I'm still at Super Target. Actually, now I am on the Research Team, specifically in scanning outs. I walk around the store with a pad of gray dots and scan whatever we are out of and check to see if we have any in the backroom. It's a pretty easy job, and it ensures that I never work later than 4:30. It's nice having a set schedule and no real boss. Makes me feel sort of important. Heh.

Unfortunately in September those of us affiliated with SCCA had to say goodbye to a former teacher of ours. The funeral, however, was quite nice and was a fitting end to a well-lived life. Concerning Stone, we are celebrating our centennial, which is pretty neat. I have started working in Jr. High Church, which is pretty much amazing. I love it. I think I'm more into it now than I was when I was in Jr. High.

Surprisingly, I haven't really made a fool out of myself recently. I did have one awkward and uncomfortable situation, but it's all taken care of. For the first time in a long time, I think the number of people I hold a grudge against is under ten. Due to my being surprisingly busy, or at least busier than in years past, I haven't been as social as I probably should. That should change come break. From a dating relational standpoint, I'm still where I was, but it's not because of a lack of confidence anymore; it's a lack of motivation. There are probably a few that I could feasibly be interested in, but it's not the due time. But you guys probably don't care about that, unless you have some sort of interest in me.

I'm pleased with the progress I've made as of late, and I'm anxious to see when I can reach the next level of personal development. Thanks for reading. I promise more philosophical ramblings soon.