Most people don't know this, but I'm working in a lab this summer. I'm actually working with Toxin-Antitoxin pairs in a post-segregational kill mechanism that is found in the bacteria Entercoccus faecalis. It's easy work. I do RNA preps, DNA preps, clonings, pcr, random mutagenesis, etc. all day long. I also do quite a few Southern and Northern blots. But, check this. We have a new person in our lab now that has a physics, chemistry, and economics major and want to go to medical school now. I'm all about wasting money and such, but what would drive a person to complete that much school so that they could suddenly do a complete 180 in life? People are strange and worry about this individuals convictions. Hopefully, he knows what he's getting himself into. He's just starting his rotation and he doesn't even know the fundamental differences between DNA, RNA, and protein. I almost feel sorry for him. I suppose that I'll have to take him under my wing and train him in the art of fine science.

On another note, the lab next to mine also received a new recruit. A very attractive brunette. Wish me luck guys, it could get ugly.

Well, the time has come for school to come to completion and my life can now resume it's insignificant existence. Hopefully, some good will come out my activities this summer as last summer saw the end of a relationship I was in and my plunge into bitter depression. This summer, I hope to learn how to play acoustic guitar, write a lot of poetry, and increase my monetary resources in preparation for another long year of school. At least I'll get to golf a lot this summer. I miss nature, since I had the privilege of working in a zoo for two summers very recently. Being outside and working until I'm physically exhausted has always been delightful for me.

On another note, I recently decided that living alone for the rest of my life will have more benefits than living with someone. If I do find someone, they'll have to withstand some very specific tests of mine to prove to me that they are perfect for my life. I won't settle for just anyone anymore. I've been hurt too many times for me to just up and trust any given individual. .

Well, that's about all for me. Tune in next week for more of my life, my sadness and my guilt. Laters.

Since the existence of civilization, humanity has continued on a path that will lead to the eventual destruction of itself. I've seen this truth for many years now and my thoughts are reinforced day after day by the people that surround me and influence my life. I've come to the conclusion that far too much apathy exists in the world today with the focus only on self. Granted, a utilitarian perspective is needed on some issues, but the individual needs to always be taken into consideration in all matters. This deontological approach is very important for all people inhabiting the planet. If each person was taken into consideration during the formation of foreign policy, there is no doubt that third-world countries would not be as exploited as they are today. The United States is without a doubt, the greediest country on the face of this Earth. What is each of us willing to give to improve the existence of another? Humility, friendship, and altruism are all becoming extinct. I fear that morality and correct ethical attitudes will pass away and be replaced by self-indulgence and arrogance. It's a shame that others no longer matter for many, but hopefully at least a few will realize the error of their ways. That's all that I can wish for during my short time on this planet.