Why do people feel compelled to tradition? Yes, there are certain traditions I find acceptable and worthy. But some traditions merely seem to serve an alternative purpose, be it consumerism or promotion of an outdated ideal. College graduations are this way. Sitting for hours amongst a group of peers, most of whom you never had any substantial contact with and the majority of whom you will never see again. Graduation should not be about the furthering of the institution. It should be abou...

I've caved. Now I am one of the hordes of people who has decided that my personal thoughts, revelations, and tribulations should be public domain. What is it that's so appealing? Who knows. But regardless of whether or not people read this, there is an oddly satisfying feeling about creating a public journal.