Two explosions occurred near the finish line of the Boston Marathon today, shortly before 3:00 p.m. EST. From what I've heard via CNN, 2 people are dead and more than 20 have been injured.
This hits uncomfortably close to home, as I have many friends and frat brothers living in the Boston area. Many of them love to participate in marathons. Thus far, my friends are all accounted for. As for their friends and family, I'm not sure.
Sending positive thoughts to Boston, MA. This is a horrible tragedy. I just don't know what the hell is wrong with people...
(On a side note, many "spectator videos" are popping up on social media sites. These videos were captured by individuals who happened to be filming the marathon right as the explosions occurred. Warning, these videos are quite graphic and may be a "trigger" for many.)
Monday, April 15, 2013
Saturday, April 13, 2013
World of Jenks: Meet Chad
World Of Jenks | Ep. 2 | Can't Make Me Be: While living with Chad, a 20-year-old with autism, Jenks experiences not only the challenges of this condition, but discovers a smart, hilarious, and heroic young man.
This is a bit belated, since I've been really busy with grad school. I had meant to post it on April 2, 2013, which happened to be World Autism Awareness Day. But hey, the month of April happens to be Autism Awareness Month, so it's all good!
Have you ever watched World of Jenks? If not, no worries- you can view all of the episodes online at the link provided in the previous sentence. This particular episode introduced viewers to Chad, a 20-year-old young man with autism. In experiencing Chad's daily life, Jenks develops a greater appreciation for his struggles and the positive attitude with which he overcomes them.
It's definitely worth checking out. If you're interested in Chad, he happens to be a recurring member of season two.
Let's use April to promote a positive image for individuals with autism and to have open, intellectual discussions regarding autism.
This is a bit belated, since I've been really busy with grad school. I had meant to post it on April 2, 2013, which happened to be World Autism Awareness Day. But hey, the month of April happens to be Autism Awareness Month, so it's all good!
Have you ever watched World of Jenks? If not, no worries- you can view all of the episodes online at the link provided in the previous sentence. This particular episode introduced viewers to Chad, a 20-year-old young man with autism. In experiencing Chad's daily life, Jenks develops a greater appreciation for his struggles and the positive attitude with which he overcomes them.
It's definitely worth checking out. If you're interested in Chad, he happens to be a recurring member of season two.
Let's use April to promote a positive image for individuals with autism and to have open, intellectual discussions regarding autism.
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