Undergraduate, am I? // Submit I you, mental help yes?

Aye, I think it's time to unleash Pandora's box. By this I don't mean release evil spirits into the flow of time, nor tell various pieces of information that could cause Chaos to be brought forth, onto an unsuspecting world. Oh no, I'm simply going to speak. This in itself is enough cause for concern, but I'm sure, at the very least Ben will be pleased, and Matt might not rip out his hair in frustration. Oh second thoughts, he may do that anyway. Alas.

So, if I am to speak, I evidently need something to speak about, however this is no easy task. The only sensible thing to do is to speak about something that relates to a large percentage of people, whether presently, in reflection, or in speculation. In this light, today I shall be speaking about University; my thoughts, my concerns, subject choices etc. With this in mind, I'll attempt to keep it light - hopefully even throwing in some witty humour, although I would not suggest holding your breath.

Existentialism you say? Why a dab of philosophical reflection of reality would most likely be the correct course. I believe educated, considered and criticised thought is the way to success in life. Formulating a plan based on knowledge, considering the options that are available for such a notion, and finally seeking others advice. However this pointless rambling really isn't achieving anything - so let's get on which the point, or I may end up being completely distracted by the telecast of The Empire Strikes Back.

A little background information for those who do not know the details of my University enrollment. I'm attending Monash University (Clayton Campus), undertaking an Undergraduate Arts Degree. The subjects I am studying are as follows - Psychology, Creative Writing, Japanese and Biology. Diverse you say? Perhaps - unfortunately heavily unfocused as well. So if I might dwell into my choices, and the reasoning behind them - to which the aim is not clear to anyone, least of all me. Hopefully it will progress as I go; I'm writing for the sake of writing here.

Need I even explain Psychology? Mental discipline is probably one of the most important skills anyone can acquire. It's definitely something I seek to improve in my life - although it is supremely challenging. The study of the mind, may provide some aid in that area. I also like helping people, so a path in psychiatry is certainly not unforeseeable. Psychology, ultimately is just a fascinating subject and one I would have loved to have already experienced somewhat, if my high school had offered it at VCE.

Creative Writing? I LOVE STORIES. Fiction is one of the single greatest things mankind has created. I mean what is a greater creative and imaginative output than writing? One could argue dreams, but the level of control there is no where near as great, even if the plot transpires a little easier in the dream world. I'm quite excited about this. I plan to minor in this area, so I can at least get the basic and advanced fiction writing courses complete in my second year. Writing is a tool. It holds great sway over people. I'd even say it's rather deceptive... not that I'm deceiving you my reader(s), oh no... don't be ridiculous. Moving along.

Japanese? Doku wa nan desu ka
Oh language is such an amazing thing. Sure English is great, and we all know it's the international language - but being our base language, it does tend to get a little dull every now and then. I took German through VCE, making an exchange to the country in the summer of 2007. I'd like to think I have at least day-to-day conversational fluency - which is exactly the sort of level of adeptness I like to have in a language. It's the one that let's you make friends, and probably comment on events. Sure you'd never be a professional translator or a journalist, but you can enjoy foreign TV, film, magazines and music. I'd like to have another language added to my repertoire, and Japanese is incredibly interesting, for largely inexplicable reasons. Anata wa boku no tomodachi desu ka

Biology. I always enjoyed Science up until VCE. For whatever reason I decided to drop it - I still cannot fathom why. It had something to do with my lack of assertiveness when recommend I really should take higher maths if I was to continue study in the science field. Alas, my confidence wasn't as great as it is now, so I missed out. Now's my chance. Evidently I wanted to take something outside of the Arts field, and this was my choice. Even if I epically fail at it, the lab classes will be worth it right? I bet I'll get one of those white coats. I might even get a mental patient or two to sedate. Joy.

You're still here? What's that? Nothing enlightening has been said? No real conclusions have been drawn? Oh have a cry; I don't care. If you stop complaining, maybe I'll give you a story next time. You'd like that, wouldn't you child? Oh yes, I see the burning desire in your eyes. However you must promise to help your parents out around the house - and don't forget old Mrs. McKenzie. She's getting old now and would appreciate you youngins help sweeping up the snow, but no insults this time! It's not easy being a burn victim. It's challenging. Not that your generation knows anything about challenging.

See what you've done? Activated rant mode. I hope you're happy. You're sins will be weighed come the Apocalypse. I know the scale will swing well in my direction - which is the least I can say about yours. That's it no story for you. I'm aggravated now.

Aye, there's the rub. Go shift yourself off this mortal coil.

Hamletttttttttttttttttttttttt. Telmah... Telmah? OH. MY. GOD. This is amazing. Tell EVERYONE! Hamlet is... is... TEL-MAH! So make sure you tell her at least. Thelma... Amleht. Sounds distinctively arabic... but to what end? No wait.. Amleht... Armlett... small arm... who has small arms in Hamlet? Yorrick? No wait... he's just a skull. Woe, misery and me, we dwell in darkness for all time.

Not really though.

"Aye, I think it's time to unleash Pandora's box." I apologise for the degeneration into madness. I got thoroughly bored with all this University talk.