http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/ "When we remember that we are all mad, the mysteries disappear and life stands explained."--Mark Twain en-us 2008-01-10T03:20:56-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006225.html My town has a new annual contest in a format vaguely similar to Dancing With The Stars. A local school (with an annual dance revue performed by students) has local "celebrities" dance with a high school student at a big... Miscellaneous Randy 2008-01-10T03:20:56-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006218.html An open letter to a certain local political candidate: Dear sir, I appreciate the fact that you believe you could do a great deal of good by running for this certain county office. I'll even concede you have impressive experience... Media Randy 2007-12-06T12:50:52-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006209.html Is it bad to choose what graduate programs you apply for based on the city the schools are in? I've decided I really want to go to grad school in New York City. At least three universities in NYC have... School Randy 2007-11-20T23:50:18-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006196.html I never know what to do around people who are seriously intoxicated. I have no problem with drinking. There are, in fact, a few drinks that I quite enjoy. I enjoy certain wines. I'm a big fan of mixed drinks... Life Randy 2007-11-07T01:19:51-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006186.html Surreal Moment of the Week: Watching three attorneys argue over two plastic bags filled with 24-year-old fingernail clippings taken from a dead woman during an autopsy.... Miscellaneous Randy 2007-10-18T19:39:47-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006178.html Several weeks ago, I had the opportunity to watch a man die. I did not take it. But I'm getting ahead of myself. It isn't a secret that I am an opinionated person. From the "War on Terror" to abortion... Media Randy 2007-10-01T22:53:56-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006172.html It's hard to say good-bye. Once any emotional connection has been established, it's painful to watch it end. That's true whether it's with a person, a pet, or even a television show. Three years after stumbling upon Six Feet Under,... Miscellaneous Randy 2007-09-17T03:02:34-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006141.html Accidents Wrecks do happen. Today, I was sent to my first real accident wreck as a reporter. I won't go into much detail, but three-vehicles were involved and (by the time I left work) two people were dead. I arrived... Miscellaneous Randy 2007-08-10T00:04:21-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006136.html It's no secret I love musicals. From Rent to Wicked to Moulin Rouge, I enjoy the stories, the music, and the meshing of the two. This love stays strong despite the fact my attempts at singing would cause ears to... Book/Movie Reviews Randy 2007-08-05T13:04:49-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006098.html For the record, I am trying not to write about my work on my blog. Even though I doubt it would happen, I do not want a confrontation about my blog because of work-related posts. This post is one (and... Media Randy 2007-06-20T00:23:51-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006096.html On Sunday, I went to the Wheelers' computer apartment, and they introduced me to Flight of the Conchords. I'm not usually a big fan of musical comedy, but there is something about these two performers that amuses me a great... Miscellaneous Randy 2007-06-18T22:30:40-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006089.html After a long struggle with Longview Cable, I have finally attained access to the glorious digital lifeline we call the internetz. I've spent several hours striving to catch up on the many things I've missed. Primarily, of course, that task... Life Randy 2007-06-05T23:13:10-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006061.html My time as a student at LETU is now officially over. I'll be heading to NYC on Tuesday for a few days. I begin work next Tuesday (or Monday, if I'm feeling like it). I'll be back once my world... School Randy 2007-05-05T19:05:39-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006054.html As far as schoolwork is concerned, today was really my final day as an undergraduate. I still have two classes to attend tomorrow because of attendance policies, but I no longer have any work to do for my classes. I... School Randy 2007-04-26T23:56:56-06:00 http://www.shadowcouncil.org/randy/archives/006044.html Nothing quite makes the national news machine spring into overdrive like the senseless murder of a large number of people. Whether or not we as a society are comfortable admitting it, we want to know the stories of those who... News Stories Randy 2007-04-18T00:34:34-06:00