Welcome to TEAM BRING IT!

Monday August 1, 2011... the day I decided to bring it. After hearing Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's formation of Team Bring It, I have decided to declare my allegiance to Team Bring It where I promise to work hard to achieve anything I desire and above all I promise each and every day to BRING IT.

A Lifetime of Decisions

The Road Not Taken

By Robert Frost

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;

Then took the other, as just as fair,
And having perhaps the better claim,
Because it was grassy and wanted wear;
Though as for that the passing there
Had worn them really about the same,

And both that morning equally lay
In leaves no step had trodden black.
Oh, I kept the first for another day!
Yet knowing how way leads on to way,
I doubted if I should ever come back.

I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.

Life is full of choices. We make our decisions based upon what we hear, how we feel, and what we see. This past Saturday, I came to the end of a road that I had chosen four years ago. Looking back, I am beyond satisfied with the decision to take the path I had just completed. One cannot regret the decisions they make otherwise they are doomed to cope with them for eternity. As stated, I may have come to the end of a road but I now come to a crossroads with many different paths available for me to take. It can be intimidating. Each path has its pros and cons. You can gain some and you can lose some. Before rushing into my future, I need to weigh all of the possible outcomes of the various paths laid out before me. I need to make the decision that will most benefit me. And it is never too late to turn back. I have gained such an amazing support system of friends and colleagues and I cannot imagine a future without them. Even though their role in my life may be reduced, their impact is plentiful and long lasting. So as I look out toward the future I know several things; make an impact, become successful, but above all, become happy and live life to it's fullest. After all, we only have but one live.

To Making it Count...

Make Each Day Count

Well, yes, ma'am, I do... I mean, I got everything I need right here with me. I got air in my lungs, a few blank sheets of paper. I mean, I love waking up in the morning not knowing what's gonna happen or, who I'm gonna meet, where I'm gonna wind up. Just the other night I was sleeping under a bridge and now here I am on the grandest ship in the world having champagne with you fine people. I figure life's a gift and I don't intend on wasting it. You don't know what hand you're gonna get dealt next. You learn to take life as it comes at you... to make each day count.

- Leonardo DiCaprio as Jack Dawson (Titanic, 1997)

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Anything is Possible (With a Little Help)

Sometimes we all need a little help to get through the day and achieve the goals in which we have set forth. Even if you cannot see it, there are powers that are behind you to ensure your happiness and success. These powers can be a friend, colleague, or family member. They do not necessarily need to be seen nor do they need to be. We cannot do everything on our own so make sure you help out those who need it; even if you want to keep it a secret.

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Thank You

It's very easy for individuals to criticize the current wars going on in Afghanistan and Iraq. They tend to disagree with the reasons for which they are fought as well as the resources being put into them. However, we cannot forget that the men and women of the United States Military are over there putting their lives on the line fighing for our freedom and our nation. They are in harsh conditions and many do not give them the respect they deserve. These individuals are among the bravest in the world and deserve our support.Take the time to shake the hand of a service man or woman and show them you care.

If you do not stand behind them, please feel free to stand in front of them.

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One Last Dance

On Monday September 14, 2009, Patrick Swayze lost his battle with pancreatic cancer and passed away. Known for his many film and television roles, Swayze was an icon in the industry. His most notable role being the 1987 film, 'Dirty Dancing.' His influence lasts to this day...

Last spring semester, I took PED 288: Rhythms and Dance. This classes was loads of fun and I had a great time. One day, a few of us got together and decided to watch 'Dirty Dancing' as we were in a dance class and figured it would be funny. Not expecting it to be very good, I went in with low expectations. And when it was over, I loved it. The dancing was such a crucial element and it looked so much fun. Patrick's knowledge of dance from when he was a child through his life is captured perfectly and you can see his devotion and enjoyment. Seeing dance as a fun recreation tool, I valued the class even more and wound up being a teacher's assistant for it this year. While very different from the 'dark horse dancing' in the movie, the content of the class is just as fun as ever. And the movie still inspires me to this day.

Patrick Swayze was an excellent man and stellar role model. He fought he disease to the end and never showed any reason or desire to give in. His legacy will continue to endure for years to come.

Click right here to view the iconic dance scene from the film.

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