mixed reactions of the end of a terrorist's life

it is indeed the end of a terrorist leader's life. DNA confirmed it. Osama bin Laden is dead for good. The U.S. went in for a kill mission that lasted about forty minutes. According to Islamic law, a body had to be buried within twenty-four hours after their death and so they put it in the ocean so rebels or members of another terrorist group could not make a shrine of his remains. Smart thinking on the troops' part.

Although we can argue over why it had to result in his death, can we atleast come to a agreement that he was a horrible, HORRIBLE individual that resorted to acts of terrible violence to scare groups of people. I also agree that this event in history shows that justice has been served to the families of the 9/11 victims'. One life does not equal to the thousands of lives he took. Of course we will expect retaliation attempts; acts it is to be expected when a major leader of a group is executed.

It is like a quote in a book I read: "There are good and bad people in every religion." It would have been safer to kill bin Laden than to capture and compromise the safety of the American people. Am I glad he's dead? Truthfully, yes to know he won't be carrying out any more horrible acts of violence but this is not the end of terrorism we still have a long and hard fight ahead of us. The troops will still be there fighting for our freedom and we can never forget them and the purpose they serve.

perfectly aware of what I do... thanks

so tired of worrying what my actions being circulated to my parents or any other family member finding out. It's just stupid, and I'm annoyed and fed up with it. I realize they are looking out for me and that's nice. But please, for my sanity, there is no need for you to report it back to my parents. I'm twenty years old for God's sake. I am aware of the consequences of my actions. I know the difference between right and wrong.

I've grown up, can't you just leave me alone?

my maternal grandmother is not the person who says "I've done my best" when it comes to raising her children. No, she's the opposite.

she can be controlling, give you guilt trips and my own mother has been fed up with it. I don't blame her. She doesn't call her mom to have a regular chat once in a while because my grandma will start nagging her saying she doesn't visit her often. Why do you suppose that is? Sure, you praise Jesus that your granddaughter is pregnant but you act completely different when someone else is in the same situation. What if it were me who was pregnant at such a young age that I am? You wouldn't be jumping for joy.

as for me and my relationship between the only grandmother I have left alive, I still respect her and show her kindness but there's a point where I've reached with her and it's quite upsetting. I stopped being so close to her when I found out she still has a grudge against my uncle's boyfriend. That's your own son you're discrimating against Grandma. Can't you just be happy that he found someone that makes him happy?

I know even I've reached a age where I don't regularly keep contact with my extended family. I still think of them and there may be strains on our relationships and there's probably a reason that caused it.

a newfound interest in the anime community

I found a few new interests in the anime community. I have been to four conventions and the latest was this past Saturday at Anime Boston '11. I plan on attending ConnectiCon '11 as well.

I decided to collect buttons/pins, mostly are cute and things that are expressive. So far I have about 10 buttons. I bought a purse that I stick them all on to. I also love the Japanese soda they sell there. My flavor of choice is cherry or strawberry. There are others but those are on the top of my mind right now. I also enjoyed my first rave and I felt happy dancing to the loud music. The only thing I dislike is the bright and flashy lights. I bought and use my flashy pacifer. I may look immature but nobody knows me when I attend so I don't really care XD I don't feel the pressure of my high school peers humiliating me and that brings me back to the days where I would get teased, not a pleasant memory in my book ):

This has brought my partner and I closer in a way because I found my niche in the anime community. I even found a anime series I might be interested in it features a paranormal aspect and I'm a fan of that too. (and no, this isn't 'Ghost Stories' )

Overall, this has been a great few experiences. I reckon that if and when my partner and I start living togehter, we can put some money aside in our budget for these fun times! I have a few friends who share the interest of anime as well and it'll give me a chance to bond with them in some ways or others

one of the first steps in becoming independent

so the past few days I have been staying by myself at home. My parents and sister have gone down to visit my cousin's family leaving me to become a little more independent. I had my transportation lined up to take me and bring me home from classes. The first night was okay, the second I slept over David's and it was a relief in a way knowing that I wouldn't be sleeping alone. There would be other people in the house at night. I know I can be a big girl and prove to myself and my parents that I can rough it out. I know I can do it too. I've stayed by myself for weekends but not this long before.