I just got back from former vice president Al Gore's lecture at the DAR Constitution Hall. You can go here to read his full speech. He proposed that we switch to 100% renewable energy in 10 years. Mr. Gore made a lot of interesting and quotable arguments however I felt like it has all been said before. I also felt as though I was watching An Inconvenient Truth live. Hey, there is nothing wrong with that, but I was expecting something innovative. At least Al Gore is bringing media attention to a pressing issue, even if it is a little redundant. If you had asked me 3 months ago if I thought I would be in the same room as Al Gore listening to him speak about the climate and economy I would certainly have said no. I have had such incredible opportunities during my time here in Washington.
Right now I am listening to an Arabic CD that I recently uploaded onto my computer. It belonged to one of the participants at the seminar NESA hosted. The beats are intoxicating… I can't stop listening to it! I think it is driving my roommate Lauren nuts. Speaking of my internship...Right now we are hosting a seminar for the Lebanese Armed Forces. They are extremely funny and every chance they get they joke around. I guess when you live in constant chaos and war you'd either develop a great sense of humor or you would be a pretty depressed person. You have to admire the bravery of people who are able to do the former.
It seems like many of the other interns are growing restless. There are only a few more weeks left, but going home is all that they talk about. Lately all I hear from them is how much they want to return to their beach or their small town…and get back to things as they once were. However, I am currently looking for an apartment here in D.C. I have made the sobering decision to officially move here--and not just for graduate school either. I can see myself living in D.C. far into the future. I can't even fathom the idea of living out a happy life in Connecticut in the small town where I grew up. Not after this experience.
I was weighing my options and compiled a list of reasons why D.C. is the best place for a young professional like myself to live. Here are a few of them: I like the idea that if I didn't want to I would never have to drive a car again! How freaking great is that! That means no more road rage, speeding tickets, and no huge gas or car insurance bills! It also means a lot more exercise from walking and let's not forget the added bonus of never having to worry about a DD. The no driving reason alone was a selling point for me. Also, there are tons of job opportunities. Another reason is that this town if filled with young students and professionals my age- it is a great place to socialize and network. Washington D.C. is rich with history as well. Living here has reinforced my American pride, especially after celebrating the 4th of July in the city. That was just a few but there are countless reasons drawing people in. This weekend I am going home--I wonder how my choice of moving here for good is going to go over. I guess I will update you guys in next week's entry.
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