ljellybean's blog

My uncle, a college professor, sent this to us recently. It's his original writing, and very good advice for the new/soon-to-be college student.

College Advice  Read More »

Today, in Psychology, we talked about social situations. And how, when people are excluded in conversation, as well as invitation, they become silent, and remove themselves (not physically, but they might as well not be there.)  Read More »

I don't really understand the difference between getting a degree in criminal justice from Harvard and getting a degree in criminal justice from, say, Alabama State University. When you come out of it, isn't it just the same education? Sure, Harvard is an Ivy League school, but in the long run, who cares?  Read More »

I'm worried about the value of marriage.

To me, marriage means you are officially joined; you are one. And, that night, you have something to look forward to.  Read More »

In the future, I would like to go into social work. I would prefer a career in child protective services, such as an adoption agent or a foster care case worker. I chose child protective services partially because it is something that I have always had an interest in. However, the main reason that I chose it is because I believe that every child should have equal opportunities.  Read More »

One thing that has always bothered me is Atheists trying to get things changed. Some say we are trying to push our religion on them when we display religious items in public.

I highly, highly disagree. When someone puts a cross in their store window, are they saying "YOUR RELIGION IS WRONG" or are they simply saying "I am Christian." The same goes for all other public places.  Read More »

Yesterday, at lunch, one of my peers said "Why would I have cancer? I'd only be 28 years old."  Read More »