thoughts from a law library

Every so often, I get the urge to give up on trying to abate the onslaught of cases that we are forced to read, and just pick up a notepad and go interview the guy who has been working at the school coffee shop for over 40 years. Or to follow up on the new coach who is fulfilling a dream of returning to his alma mater but at the same time facing his old team that he has spent 10 years pouring his heart and soul into.

I also find myself falling into some of the same time sinks that used to plague my undergraduate career, despite my best-laid plans to turn over a new leaf. Some time I catch myself reminiscing over the good old days and wish that I could still partake in some event, even if it's not conducive to where I'm at now, and where I'm heading. Old habits die hard, I guess.

Rome to Los Angeles

I've been meaning to post an update since getting back from Europe, but just haven't gotten around to it due to various inconveniences of moving to L.A.

In short: Europe was eye-opening and fantastic in all the ways you usually hear praise regarding Europe. I loved the incredible history of Rome and the Vatican and Florence, the Mediterranean beauty of Greece, and the friendly peoples of Turkey and Croatia. It was mind-boggling to see the ancient theater where Paul spoke to the Ephesians, where the very first ancient Olympics were held, and St. Peter's Basilica honoring Peter the apostle himself. Usually not a true aficionado of art, I had my breath taken away by Michaelangelo's David and could have stayed in the Sistene Chapel for the entire day. 

On an entirely different level, I cherished getting to spend quality time with family, doing simple things like playing Hearts and sharing stories about the old days -- how quickly time has flown that Jonathan is now going to college in the fall.

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Since starting law school, I haven't had a dull spare moment to twiddle my thumbs. If I'm not reading and trying to comprehend class, I've been setting up my new apartment and dealing with the difficulties of living by yourself. Ex: having a UPS package that requires signature while living in an apartment complex that doesn't have your name on the directory while not being home everyday from 9-5.

I will say that there just isn't all that much law school material that is interesting to blog about. Ex. no punitive damages can be awarded for breach of contract! The injustice! I will say that I am excited about the volunteer opportunities and organizations, and I like all of my professors. From time to time, I still pinch myself and think that it's pretty cool that I'm at UCLA... hopefully I'll still have these sentiments in a few months time.