The transformation that can occur within one's self over the course of 365 days is utterly amazing. Even the way that I write these blog entries is different. Now, I write before logging on to post. Instead of writing on a blank screen until I reach what I feel is adequate, I write what I feel. I'm taking more time than I have before; I'm moving slower than I was in my first months of "adulthood." This is a major difference from last year.
At this time, I feel as if it is appropriate to reflect on the progression of Blake Edwards. I've always found self evaluation to be helpful... It was almost a year ago that I too was preparing to embark on my journey to college. I did not have any idea what to expect, but I was certain that I would be ready. When I finally hit Hopkins, my world changed. No longer was I at home. Gone were the days of high school. I was now "grown." It was right that I was out of the house. My first blog entry was one written on the amount of work that my family had scheduled for me prior to leaving. (You all never saw it because it was written as a part of my application for group that enables me to do what I have been doing for the past year.) 1 year later- I realized that the work is still here. It is safe to say that the work will never end. No matter how old I get, my family will still expect me take care of certain responsibilities. Some things really don't change. What different now is that I do not mind as much. After experiencing the fast pace that can characterize Hopkins, I appreciate the chill moments; I have a greater appreciation for home. This even differs from the end of my first semester when I was struggling to characterize my feelings for Detroit.
So, what has Blake been up to since returning home? I've done the same old stuff that I always did. I just don't mind it these days. I've run errands for my grandmother, played basketball, and hung out with friends from high school. Relationships are still different (something that I saw happening last year), but I love them nonetheless. This past weekend was my high school's centennial celebration. It was a huge deal: 
galas, picnics, parades... Ford Motor Company was one of the sponsors and there was a constant media presence. It's funny because I attended a public high school, but the legacy and pride surrounding would make some think that it is a private institution. Notable alumni include: Diana Ross, John De Lorean (car from "Back to the Future" movies), and the current mayor of Detroit, Kwame Kilpatrick. There are a ton of others, but I'll spare you. In the slowness associated with my time at homes, pride exists; a pride that is a product 
of home. I hope that I will one day join the list that will be ingrained into the newest Cass Tech students- the same way that it was for me.
I haven't done much to brag about, but I don't mind. Over the past year, I seem to have flip-flopped with what really makes me happy. Maybe I should run for president. (Had to do it...) A year into "adulthood" I still don't know where my true happiness will ultimately lie, but for the time being I am content at home. I'll enjoy the next couple of weeks and talk to all of you in the fall!
Blake! You should become Surgeon General. I really hope your name makes the list of notable alumni as well!
oh and philosophy has made a major impact on you this year too, right?
Posted by: Jackie | August 17, 2007 at 03:44 PM