X Marks the Spot

X. X is the unknown. X is something new. X is something undiscovered. X is a variable that is used to describe many different things, and in this case, it describes a treasure. The phrase “X marks the spot” is usually in context with a treasure hunt and pirates. The image of a tattered old map with measurements in footsteps and a chest full of gold buried a few feet under the X. Pirates spend their lives searching for these treasure chests and only a few find them. The movies and TV shows give off this idea of having a set route that leads to the treasure or goal of life, whereas in actuality, the exact opposite is true. We are currently reading The Autobiography of Malcolm X and so far, these characteristics of X also match with Malcolm X’s. X does not yet know much about himself in the beginning of the novel, like most young people. In addition, most people do not know much about him, so in that respect he is unknown. X’s occupation continually changes throughout the novel, characterizing him as a variable with his multiple jobs. Also, many Black Nationalists would describe Malcolm X as a treasure to the black community because of his great contributions. There was no path laid out for Malcolm X to follow or a tattered map, life has many unexpected dead ends and turns, that it is only by chance that we end up where we are.

Ultimate Recipe

Asparagus in Mustard Sauce

Ingredients:

15 asparagus stalks
¾ cup water
1 Tbs Dijon mustard
2 Tbs canola oil
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
¼- ½ tsp salt

Directions:

Peel the bottom 1/3 of the asparagus stalks
Cut diagonally into 3 pieces
Steam the stalks covered for 3 minutes
Mix mustard oil, salt, and pepper
Drizzle over room temperature asparagus

I Know This Means Something

You know when you are in the midst of a very interesting dream, and then the minute you wake up, you do not and can not remember anything? It happens to me all the time. I try to remember what it was about but the harder I try, the vaguer my memory becomes. I know my dream means something, but I can’t quite grasp it.

Or, how about when you study all night for a test, but when you get it your mind goes blank. I hate it when that happens. I sit there, trying to remember that equation of person’s name for what seems to be forever, but sometimes I just can not revive my brain. I know that the answers means something, but I can’t quite recall what.

Also, when you are talking to someone and you just can not think of the word that is on the “tip of your tongue.” It happens to everyone. I know what the word means, I just can't think of it.

Album/Track Review

This Time on Evolver by John Legend

I first heard this song while in Germany during a WY choir trip. I loved the song almost instantly. After hearing it, I could not stop listening to it. I played it over and over, memorizing the words to the entire song in less than a day. “This Time” introduces John Legend’s music to me. Of course I had heard his more popular songs like “Ordinary People” and “Green Light ft. Andre 3000,” but I became interested in his music style. It didn’t take long for me to download and hear his albums. Although the majority of his songs deal with having sex and getting high, “This Time” is unique in that neither of these topics is the main focus of the song. The lyrics describe a man who misses his old girlfriend, and that he realizes that it was a mistake to separate and that “this time” he will be better.

These are the lyrics:

[Verse 1]
Ran into you yesterday
Memories rushed through my brain
It started to hit me,
Now you're not with me;
I realized I made a mistake.
I thought I needed some space
But I just let love go to waste.
It's so crystal clear now
That I need your here now
I gotta get you back today.

[Chorus]
This time I want it all.
This time I want it all.
Showing you all the cards.
Giving you all my heart.
This time I'll take the chance.
This time I'll be your man.
I can be all you need.
This time it's all of me.

[Verse 2]
I hit the bar every night
Looking to score a good time.
It's not like I planned it,
I'm left empty handed,
'Cause I’m still alone in my mind.
Now what will it take to feel right?
Can I come see you tonight?
Is there someone new now?
What can I do now?
'Cause I need you back by my side.

[Chorus]
This time I want it all.
This time I want it all.
Showing you all the cards.
Giving you all my heart.
This time I'll take the chance.
This time I'll be your man.
I can be all you need.
This time its all in me.

[Bridge]
Last time I wasn't sure
This time I will give you more.
I'm more mature
I'll show you.
Last time I didn't know
I messed up when let you go,
I need you
Don't say no.

Lying alone in this room
All that is missing is you.
Pick up the phone
Won't you come home?

[Chorus]
This time I want it all.
This time I want it all.
Showing you all the cards
Giving you all my heart.
This time I'll take the chance.
This time I'll be your man.
I can be all you need.
This time it's all of me.

Link to youtube.com:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbMWnaD3fhI&feature=related