how did we get here?

I really think people, politicians and civilians alike, really need to understand the age we live in. There are no longer days you can just say things off the cuff or in anger and not have your statements retweeted, shared, +1'd, and judged.

Take Rep. Todd Akin's comments on his stance on banning abortion. Disclaimer: I'm not Republican or Democrat and personally, i'm not sure about my stance on abortion but that's not the point of this exercise. Mr. Akin, what's the difference between legitimate rape and just regular rape? I'm sure the psychological damage for the women who are attacked in a regular rape is far less than legitimate rape victims. I guess regular rape victims are "asking for it."

Back in the swing of things...

I seriously don't pay attention to this thing as well as I should. I'm more interested in posting my thoughts in 140 characters or less and even that I'm more of a reader of sports news and other random information. However, I'm not going to give in and keep trying to get this blog thing off the ground.

I haven't felt the way I have over the past few months since the beginning of high school. I have had a hard time having confidence in myself and my abilities which is nothing like me. I pride myself on being able to be competent in any situation and never lack in self-confidence. I can easily put up  front but if i'm not really feeling like myself, my true friends can always tell. I think it's because I'm not doing exactly what I wanted to do with my life. (yes i know i'm only 25 and have plenty of time to get there) I just need to figure out my rhythm and crank life back up. I think football season/being back in Knoxville/seeing old friends will help me get out of this funk but only time will tell. 

Also, anybody who runs across this should go check out crpekarsk.blogspot.com . #teamcpekarsk #allday