Ah, yes

Once again it's been a while.

A long, long while.

Nothing terribly exciting has happened as of late. I've got a new job ( I think) teaching special needs kids at a school in Northampton. It's a certain challenge day in and day out. I figure it's a good stepping stone to becoming a teacher. When I'm not pleading to the children to pay attention to my lessons I'm either reading or studying for the MTELS - per usual.

So, despite the job, nothing is out of the ordinary.

I continue to find reasons why I need money. It isn't necessarily to eat or drink, though, it seems that I spend most of my money on drinks latey - it's to travel. Everyday I go on the New York Times' website and go to their travel section whilst I'm at work and see what almost-imaginary place they describe to me that day. The other day some writer went to Warsaw, Poland.

Now, I never thought of going to Poland, but after reading that it's now on the top of my list. If you wish to read the article here.

I saw Cold Souls last night -- Paul Giamatti's new movie. Honestly, I'd talk about it, but because I decided to spend 13 dollars on 1/4th of a glass of Connemara whiskey and another seven on a glass of wine, I fell asleep about 10 times. Idiot.

But now, the Bruins are on. All is well ... despite it being an exhibition game.

Tomorrow I find out if I actually landed the teaching job. It's difficult cause I find myself battling with a friend of mine. Ever know what it feels like to go one-on-one with a friend for something this important? Trust me, you don't want to.

Why do people flock to California?

A person I'm starting to care about is planning to move there shortly after Jan. 1 and a person that I did care about but decided to "F" things up with moved there too. I'm starting to think the only decision is for me to move somewhere, too.

Bon soir.

Now that's interesting

You never know what's going to happen at any given time. That's the truth - say what you will.

I unloaded 140$ at B & N today. I might have used the word 'unloaded' to describe my sudden spending of money but that really isn't it. I bought things I wanted but really didn't need per say.

Since I'm going to be taking the History portion of the MTELS in a bit I figured I should read nothing but history books to sharpen my knowledge (that is already lacking). This is just another spot in my life where I wished I decided to actually fulfill my parents wishes and listen attentively to students in high school and throughout college. My apologize.

Went to Mountain Park and saw The Decemberists last night. One of the best shows I've been too albeit the atrocious weather. I remembered why I dislike outdoor venues (won't stop me from going to another next week).

I signed up for something I never thought I would and I'm pretty embarassed.

Ha

Things are funny.
Life is funny.
You wonder where it can take you, you try to predict it and try to transform it the way you want it to end up and yet, it's always different.
That's what's neat, though, frustrating.

I like to know what's going on in my life, but things keep changing.
I meet people but I know things won't work out and they know it, too.
Someday.
Someday.

It's been a long, long while

It's been a while since I've updated this - too long in fact. Not much has been going on.

I've graduated from UMass, haven't found a job (except working for my dad) and am still searching for that something I want to do. I've decided recently that I'd like to try teaching, so teach I will. The first part of the test, which is the literacy and comprehension portion, is scheduled for Sept. 26 ... I believe.

So, here's to hoping I do well on that.

My favorite time of the year is coming up, which is always good to see. College football, hockey and fall are just around the corner. Oh, and the Big E.

Speaking of hockey, the Bruins have made some interesting moves. Not too sure I agree with the trading of Aaron Ward, but that might be just me. Wait, I know it's not just me. Since we're on the topic of hockey this is where I bring up Canada and my extreme infatuation with the place despite the fact that I've never been there.

I want to go there.
Now.

Sox game is about to start so I'll leave this for that. I'll update everyday ... promise.

By the beard of Zues, it's a sad, sad day for me.

There are no words that can really fit my emotion right now. I've never felt this hurt -- not even after my first girlfriend decided to dump for me a "bro" lacrosse player.

This, as they say, hits home.

There are few things in life I get so attached over. Family, friends Red Sox, Bruins and Celtic. Now, I have only two left. Just two.

Celtic's season ends next Sunday and they are in a dire situation. There is no doubt in my mind that the day after graduation I will be making the journey to Dorchester to see my beloved Hoops play. Even if it means not seeing the President of Ireland speak.


I'll update this later. Weeping needs to continue.

One by one

I just wrote my senior column. I've never written anything so depressing. I wouldn't necessarily call it just depressing, though. It was nice to write something beside a sports story. I had a lot of fun writing it, mostly because I got to think back on a lot of things I haven't thought about in a long while.

Still, though, it got me teary-eyed at the end. Not so much because I regret anything but because I miss those times and how I never really 'took it all in' as they say. But that's alright, I've had fun, met some great people and am overall pleased on how my four (really five) years went.

And now, like every other day, I wonder what I'm going to do after I graduate. Right now it's all up in the air. I just hope to find out soon.

Ahh, back again

There's something about Fenway Park.

Honestly, I don't know what it is. Maybe it's the uncomfortable seats (that I personally like), perhaps it's the the nostalgic aura that surrounds the almost century old stadium or the fact that you can picture a game being played on the field in front of you 10, 20 or even 30 years ago.

I'm 22 years old now and it has taken me all of those years to truly appreciate the park and all attraction that it has. Honestly, it was Opening Day in which I had this epiphany. Sitting there, in fair territory, 20 feet behind the Pesky Pole, I took my time to look around, to observe and to take it all in.

Needless to say, a smile transformed my face.

I went again last night and the same thing happened -- it wasn't just cause of the Sox's win. I arrived at the park about an hour early (which is always nice) and after I found my seat I went down, back under the stadium in an attempt to get some food and perhaps a drink.

It was a futile one at that.

I looked around, saw how excruciatingly long the lines were and just decided to walk around. I walked past fans, which made it blatantly obvious that it was their first time at Fenway. Failing to find my second main purpose in descending into the narrow walkway, a game day program, I continued my walk for a few more minutes before returned to my assigned seat in the bleachers.

For the first few innings the 37,000 or so in attendance were quiet, not having a meaningful reason for cheering beside Justin Masterson's solid outing. The Yankees jumped out ahead, 1-0, in the top half of the third only to be followed by the Sox tying the score in the later frame. It wasn't till the fifth that Fenway truely came alive.

I've been about 20 games in my life and I've never heard the crowd as loud as I did last night when Jacoby Ellsbury stole home. I've seen walk-offs, grand slams, and great pitching performances -- none of which recieved quite the roar as Ellsbury's gamble.

Moments like that make one wonder when Fenway Park will be closed for good and another, certainly more stylish stadium will be opened. For now, I don't want to think about that.

Gaeltecht

Well, I think I'm going to still try to live in Ireland. I've decided that if I can find a job in the two weeks that I'm actually over there then I'll stay... if not, then I guess it will just have been a pretty awesome vacation.

But the question is what am I going to do when I get home. I certainly am not working for my Dad. I would rather work at Starbucks ... not kidding.

The Bruins are facing the Canadiens (trust me it's spelled right) in the first round of the playoffs. Talk about exciting. Some douche on Boston.com said that he thought the Bruins, Canadiens match up was getting old.

Honestly?

He's surely not a real fan.

Sox can't seem to buy a win lately. Kinda weird seeing them lose as much as they are.

Went to Opening Day. What a fantastic day that was. Tek's home run landed about three seats to my right. One of the best moments at a sporting event ever.

Hmm, that is all for now.

Good night.

In the air

So, I'm not really too sure what's going on anymore. I second guess everything that I do ... make that every decision I make for whatever reason.

I'm going to Ireland, but I don't think I'm going to go and try to live there anymore. It's just not feasible... I don't have enough funds to do this and as each day passes by things pop up and remind me of what I'm going to miss if I do.

I just want a job, something, anything that will pay me money. I might have one at WEEI but we'll see...

I went to the Sox game yesterday -- Opening Day. Fantastic. Varitek's home run landed three seats to my right. It was really a great moment.

Sox are losing right now, but hey ... it's the second game in the season.

Cheers all.

Softball is dangerous

I really don't know what to write about.

Eli is telling me to write about my socks. I really do enjoy my socks, they are comfortabe and they suit their purpose -- whatever that might be.

I'm tired. I've been tired for quite a while. I have no reason for being tired. I go to bed relatively early (midnight) and wake up at a reasonable time (9:00). Definitely perplexed.

I'm playing soccer later tonight. I look forward tonight.
New England Revolution Saturday night.

I'll be back later.

Around and Around

It has been a while since I posted on this guy. I miss him.

Not too much has been going on recently. Wrote a helluva article today. I cannot believe "helluva" is a word...

The weather is also getting warmer, which is nice but I don't like to admit it cause I'm eccentric.

Big day in soccer today. If you have my twitter or are friends with me on facebook then you know why.

The new Decemberists cd is interesting. A lot of it is just instrumentals, which I really don't mind but I would rather singing. Not too impressed with it. But I'm sure, like anything else, it will warm up to me.

Baseball starts soon -- I cannot wait. Playoff hockey and the close to the football season is almost upon us both things I look forward to immensely.

That's pretty much it tonight. Hope everyone is doing well.

Cheers,

Ryan

Eh

Drinking gets me depressed.



I have nothing else.


May 31. Countdown. Trust me I know exactly how many days.

Starting to move along

Ireland, by Jack Delaney is finally progressing. Despite the fact that 100 of 110 pages have been three stories that were supposedly told by a story teller in a boy, Ronan's, house.

Anyway, I'm going to read more before I head to sleep.

Ireland soon.
Thank christ.



Charlie bit me.

Thinking

You ever see someone and you wonder to yourself how he/she got to where they are?

I saw a man with his two very young children in Friendly's late at night ... not too long ago. For some reason I felt bad for him. My first immediate thought was, "where was his wife, their mom?" Of course the worst possible scenarios entered my mind and for some reason I couldn't get past them.

By looking at the family of three, I could easily tell that they had no money and he was doing his best to try and make his kids happy (or that is what I liked to think at the time).

The father let his kids order their ice cream first. I found that interesting. From where I was sitting across the room I heard the kids demand their desert first and instead of saying "no," the Dad sat there for about 10 seconds without saying anything and surely said to himself "why not?"

Just another way, I thought, to make his kids happier. Despite how little or insignificant it was, it was that moment that he was thinking about.

I have nothing else right now.
I'll update tomorrow.

It's been too long.

So, I haven't posted here in a while. I've been busy with the Collegian, failing a French test, getting the flu from my parents and reading about soccer.
Busy, eh?
Anyway, I'm glad that it's officially spring break for me. I need a break from everything.
You're probably asking yourself,

"wait, he only has one class and works only one night a week.."

That might be true, but the fact still remains that I worked two nights this week and I have been sick. So, this break will be taken with open arms
Hail Hail!
I feel like it's Friday. Don't ask.
Tonight my whole family is going to the Harp, including my grandparents. I'm looking forward to them seeing where I spent my Friday nights at school. Hopefully no douche college kids show up. That shouldn't happen, though, because basically everyone will be home for the break by tomorrow night.
Found one of the saddest songs ever today thanks for a Celtic forum: Aidan McAnespie.
You should listen.
I'm going to start Irish step dancing now that I know where to go.

Cause sometimes it's better...

I did a lot of things today, though, I really was never that productive.

1. I woke up way too late
2. I didn't have breakfast (big deal to me)
3. Went to Barnes and Noble to read
4. Came home.
5. Moved my usual work space to the fishbowl aka the sun room
6. Read some more
7. Watched the Bruins
8. Bought some music
9. Went to the K of C
10. Doing this

So, as you can see not that productive but a busy enough day to where I was busy throughout. I have a couple complicated situations going on so I hope that they iron themselves out.

I bought the new U2 CD today. It's pretty good despite the fact that I hate the new single "Get on your boots." My favorite song as of right now is the second song on the CD, "Magnificent." There's an article in this week's time magazine about the band's new CD and how even the band finds it over-hyped. I really wanted to read it today but I just couldn't find time.

I read today that some members of the Sri Lankan (sp) cricket team were shot. What is this world even coming to when we have to shoot members of a sporting team that have nothing to do with what is going on in the world. Oh, maybe you should ask England back in 1916.

Speaking of awful things, my car was broken into and all my CD's were stolen except the random, but numerous ones that were hidden and not in the obvious black case.

John Hancock called me today. No, not the real Hancock, the company. The real guy is long dead. They want to call me and talk to me about a job that I applied for at the career fair. I don't even recall what it was for, I applied for so many. it would be nice if I got that job so I could move to Boston -- a place that I always wanted to move to.

St. Paddy's is coming up, that means the parade. Can't wait.

Going to bed early.
Working late tomorrow.

OH

I want to be here.

Premier post

This is my first post and it's pretty exciting, well, to me. It was a snow day today and I didn't really do anything but watch movies at Rob's house and read.

One of the movies we watched was American Pie 2. While we (Rob, Luke and myself) were watching it all we could say was that every single party in that movie was quite fake -- those parties just don't happen; or if they do, then they are located in another state and not Mass.

Lately I've been reading Kevin's twitter account and his review of the new Kevin Devine album is very good. Needless to say I'm looking forward to that.

I started reading the book Ireland by Jack Delaney and so far it's quite interesting. It's funny how I find it so hard to start reading but when I actually pick up a book and read page after page I get wrapped in the story and I almost read it as if I'm the main character in the book (unless it's a girl of course). I'm only about 25 pages in but it has me hooked. I look forward to waking up in the morning and continuing the storytelling.

In an effort to try and get people to read this I'll have a video of the day.
Till next time...

Fields of Athenry