Boston was really, really good. I went for an annual gathering of sociologists. It reminded me of the sweetness of sociology and how necessary it is to have a critical-eye.
A highlight was attending a session/salon honoring one of my former professors, the man who taught me “Introduction to Sociology” back in Texas. His lectures were a major reason why I chose to major in Sociology. So it was fitting that seven years later, as I’m about to embark on a new sociological adventure in a new land, I was able to watch this now revered professor receive accolades from his academic community.
What was particularly great about Boston was getting to surround myself with old friends and colleagues. Seven of us fit into a room, so, as you can imagine, craziness did in fact ensue. No drama, just silliness. Much needed silliness. It was special to be around these folks and to laugh and be myself with them while concurrently participating in the celebration and gathering of the profession we’ve chosen.
Though I didn’t get to see a lot of Boston, I did enjoy what I saw. We traveled by the T to Cambridge and strolled around Harvard for a bit. The area reminded me a lot of Berkeley - a university “village” in the midst of a sprawling city. The parts of Cambridge and Boston that I saw were well-kept (beautiful, fresh hanging-plants hanging from all of the street lights and in the median of all the roads), and you could smell and sense the oldness and history of the city.
Bad News:
On another note, I may not travel to Texas as originally planned. (Darn free tickets with block-out dates!) BUT, I’m still road-tripping with Gramma from West Texas to New Mexico. The tour of North/Central Texas may have to be postponed though. I’ll keep you updated.
Back to the Good News:
I didn’t take as many pictures of Boston as I would have liked, but here are a couple for fun.
Peace.
Gates Around Harvard
Harvard Street
Hanging Plants Everywhere
1 comment:
yay for Boston.
sad for Central Texas.
;)your fellow ninja
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