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Overdose: The Next Financial Crisis

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MAT Routes Review

Okay, last time, I said that I was going give the new routes a try. I recorded what routes I took and at what times:

1. 25 notc - 8:01am.
I went to the post office there and had McDonalds for breakfast.
9:45am - back home.

2. 25 notc - 8:01am.
Post office then McDs.
9:01am - 18 crossroads from 49th Ames. The walk from there took 10 mins.

3. 18 cr from 49th ames.
5:51pm to benson park transit center.
6:09pm transfered to 14 downtown.
6:29pm went to kaikan.

4. 8:15am - 18 cr
Walk to 49th Ames.
8:55 to btc
9:19 transfered to 14 downtown going to 60th and maple.
10:04am - 8 notc from 60th and maple
10:52am - 25 notc
11:05 am - home (Bedford loop)

5. 8:05am - 25 notc
8:19am transfered to 3 south Omaha going to Mcc-soc.
*if I was going to the westroads mall, 2 westroads at midtown transit center - 8:39am.
8:56am - arrived at soc.

So, while it may take longer to get where I need to go, the new routes work for what I need to do. I'm still planning to learn how to drive, but it's good that I still have an alternative.





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Swallow my pride

I've decided to swallow my pride and try out the new bus routes. I won't know unless I try, right?

Has MAT gone crazy?

Okay, last you heard from me, I was very, how do we say, 'Vexed', at Metro Area Transit. Now, I'm vexed again, but somewhat controlled my anger. If your didn't know, on April 25, MAT completely changed it routes. For me, it means, if I wanted to take the bus, I would have to walk a far distance to get to the nearest bus stop. Then, it would take even longer to get to where I need to go. You think I'm lying? Well, before the change, I would take the 3 going to Midtown to 40th and Cumings. I would down to 48th and Spaulding, which is down the hill from my house, catch the 3 there and it would take about 7 to 10 minutes. Now, if I wanted to go to Cumings, I would have to go all the up to 48th & Ames, wait on the number 18 downtown to 20th & Cuming and take the 14 Westroads to 40th & Cumings, which takes 36 minutes. If you think I'm lying, here's proof:
Itineraries
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Origin: 4837 SPAULDING ST, OMAHA, 68104
Destination: N 40TH ST @ CUMING ST, OMAHA
Requested for: Arrival of 9:00a on 4/27/10
Valid for: WKD service in effect from 04-25-2010 to 07-31-2010
Sorted by: Trip Duration

* indicates that itinerary involves a stay-in-seat transfer

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Trip Route(s) Departs Arrives Duration Transfer Walk Fare
1

18, 14 8:06a 8:43a 36 1 0.39 miles $1.30
2

18, 14 8:52a 9:29a 36 1 0.39 miles $1.30
3

18, 4 8:21a 9:00a 38 1 0.40 miles $1.30
4

18, 4 8:07a 8:59a 51 1 0.38 miles $1.30



Now, I called MAT several, asking why this change. Finally, after the fifth or sixth time, They said that it was because not many people the bus as much.

Okay, so all the times, I and others relied on the bus for school, work, shopping, etc. because we don't have cars, don't want to rely on other people, have some form of independence, that didn't count for anything. And now, I have to rely on said others because if I wanted to take the bus, it would take practically forever to get where I need to go. So, thank you MAT, for making completely dependence on a ride because, obviously, my business didn't count for much, if anything.

Dad Denies Paralyzed Mom Right To See Triplets

Disgusting...

MCC Omaha Graffiti Clean Up

MCC Omaha Graffiti Clean Up

April 24th, 2010

9:00am-12:00pm

Meet at the South campus ITC Building

Lunch will be provided.

Bus transportation avaliable from the Fort Campus to the site. Bus pickup will be at 8:30am and drop off at 12:30pm.

Call Kyle Van Dusen 402-457-2606 or email ktvandusen@mccneb.edu to register.

First 100 registrants get a free T-Shirt with the Logo above designed by contest winner Vince Powell.

iPad: Final Thoughts

At first, I thought that the iPad would work for me. It's lightweight so it was be easy for travel and I was planning on use it for business trips and portfolios. However, I can only use one to two apps at a time. That's a problem for me because I'm a big multitasking. You can ask any of my friend and family. They can confirm this. It's not to say that the iPad is a glorified iPod Touch. It can be extremely beneficial for people who take notes without needing a pen or pencil and who need a bigger screen, those who need to look at files quickly without having to dig thru tons of paper and those who wanted to display their portfolios without having to carry heavy samples of their work. (Ex: Receptionists, Doctors, Nurses, Lawyers, Photographers, Graphic Designers, Web Developers, Moms, Dads, Building Planners, etc.) But, for me, I'll stick with my iPod Touch. I'm going to use it to display my portfolio. It's small, but, for me, it works. Also, I'm going to bring my laptop on business trips. With me, I need to multitask or I'd feel out of sync. So, for those wanting to get the iPad on April 3rd, good luck and I hope it suits all your needs.

iPad: Part 3

I'm going to stick with my ipod touch and observe the ipad launch more carefully. I want to wait before buying it. So, for the moment, the ipod touch stays.

iPad: Second Look

I've decided to give the iPad a try when it comes out. At first, I didn't see the need for it, but now, I want to try it out for myself to see if I'm right or wrong.

iPad: First Look

When the iPad was first announced, I was curious. After learning about it more, I think that iPad is overrated. Sure, it's a bigger screen, a faster processor, Wi-Fi + 3G and all that good stuff. However, I just don't see the appeal. To me, it's just a netbook with a touch screen. Also, with the prices they for both Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + 3G, you're better off just getting a laptop. They're cheaper and have much more to offer. I'm going to wait for the next ipod touch to have an fm tuner because that's the feature I want the most. Now, I love the iPod Touch, but it needs an fm tuner. I know that they're apps for internet radio and those are cool, but sometimes, I want to listen to my local stations.I tried the iPod Nano with the fm tuner, but it just wasn't the same. I hope that the next iPod Touch does have an fm tuner. Then, to me, it would be a perfect device. So, in conclusion, if you got the cash to burn and the iPad's appealing to you, be my guess. Everyone else, just get a laptop.

Stop protecting rapists!

Tell KBR/Halliburton: Stop protecting rapists. http://bit.ly/cr9x9M Please RT

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Rock the Era

This Sunday, we're having a Rock the Era meeting at the Kaikan (community center in Japanese). If you would like to come, it starts at 10am, located on Saddle Creek across the street from Family Dollar. I hope that you can join us. :D


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The visit

Today, I visited Scott, Colin and Bill at Minor White Studio. That's where I did my internship before going to MCC. They were happy to see me and we got caught up. It was like I never left. It was good to see them again and I hope to see them again soon.


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New Year's Gongyo 2010

I just got back from New Year's Gongyo. It was so wondeful. I'm glad that everyone had a good time. Today, I was announced as a district leader for the green territory on north easy Omaha. Afterwards, we had a potluck. I'm really glad that the day turned out good. I was worried that because of the weather, slot of people wouldn't make it. Well, Happy New Year Everyone! <3 :D <3


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