Well I completed my first day at the Kitsap Sun Newspaper and it was pretty decent. The morning was a drag since I had nothing to do but sit and wait for my computer and phone to be fixed up, which still needs some work. But after lunch I got started on a few stories one of which I will be covering tomorrow that involves video, interviews, and a story to go along with it for the newspaper's website. I also got to follow up on a features story that last year's intern wrote about. The story involved a young man who is all about peace and spreading it to anyone and everyone. I got to talk to him today about some recent changes in his life and some interesting things he has gotten himself into. Hopefully I will have that story up tomorrow and will get published on the website. If not I will throw it on here since its pretty interesting. Other than that the day was pretty long but I'm sure as I get settled in I will get more comfortable and adjusted to the journalism work style. That's all for now. Stay tuned.
Your Boy,
Allen Hoye
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Monday, May 30, 2011
So it begins
Well I've made it to Bremerton Washington if you all haven't noticed and the journey up here was pretty sweet. I've never been on a road trip from Texas that consisted of going through 7 states, four of which I was in all at the same time. The drive itself was definitely one of the most amazing experiences in my life. All of the mind blowing scenery was worth the thirty-six hours of driving in front of me. So I feel it would only be right that I give some of the major highlights throughout these states. Departing from Texas was pretty hard to swallow as it hit me that I would be away from my home state for a whole summer without the luxuries of Whataburger, breakfast tacos, Texas slang, and of course the heat. Though the drive out was a bit saddening I knew I'd be back to raise some more hell.
New Mexico was in its own right the first awes of the trip. The drive into Roswell, where the last of my Whataburger meals was consumed, the beautiful mountain and rock formations that lined the highways took my eyes on a ride. It didn't end there though on the way out of New Mexico my copilot and I decided to take a detour to the Four Corners. This is the only place in the United States that two or more states overlap in same spot. These states include Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah. That was something I never would've expected on this trip but then a lot of stuff went down that was spontaneous and adventurous in its own right. Within that same day we went through a portion of Colorado where we ventured off to explore some random teepees on the side of the road before embarking on the drive through Utah. Once we were in the state of Utah the adventures kept going strong. With multiple gigantic mountains topped with white snow I was still in awe of the scenery and also decided to take the adventure to the next level.
Along the side of the road there were a few rock formations that looked absolutely fun to climb. Fortunately for me there was one in particular that allowed me to do just that. Climbing the formation was unexplainable as I reached the top that had a gaping circle formation, I realized I was higher than I thought. The view was amazing and just being up there as I carved my name in to the rock was somewhat of a realization. I felt a sense of accomplishment that was only the beginning of what I was really about to embark on with this stage in my life and internship in Washington. It was a tremendous feeling, one of the ones I want to hold onto during my internship to get me through any hard times I may face.
Idaho was the next state we had to go through and was probably the most daunting of them all. The five hundred mile stretch of the state still had decent scenery value but did not compare to others before it ( sorry Idaho). It also dealt me a present of a cracked screen for my phone...not a happy camper in that regard. However, all hope was not lost. Once we rolled into Boise, Idaho I felt it only right that I pay a detoured visit to the Boise State college campus. Of course, it was totally worth it. Having the chance to see the notorious blue and orange field of the Broncos was a tremendous uplifting for the Idaho visit. I couldn't just settle for a look at the field and history of the Boise State Broncos, I had to take a step further and disobey visitation rules of the field. Therefore, I proceeded to run onto to the field and have it documented by photograph. The field maintenance crew wasn't too thrilled with that but luckily there was nothing they could do. I concluded the visit with some souvenir shirts and hit the road once more for Oregon.
The drive into Oregon was filled with more amazing views and even more so a wide variety of fun roads that made the ride that much more interesting. This was extremely apparent as I found myself hitting speeds that were not permissible according to Washington state limits (oops). Luckily I wasn't pulled over and continued on my way through an atmosphere of tall trees, mountains, and snow actually on the ground that I was able to step in. Alas though I had reached my destination and moved in with my summer family. So far it has been a good experience and I've started to bond with my new roommates, well lets just stick with calling them family. I had no idea that they would be so welcoming to the extent of coping with being away from my home state that I miss tremendously.
I could go on and on with detailed information thus far on my trip but I'm pretty sure y'all have enough insight so far. To finish of this first blog I would like to extend my gratitude and thanks to a select bunch of people. First of all I want to thank my family for being supportive and assisting my goals and standing behind me. Also, to my other family, the Scarsdale's for helping me secure a place to stay and playing a vital role in this opportunity put before me. I can't thank Jim, James, Marcy, Elena, and most of all Jeanette for being such tremendous assets for encouragement and help they've provided. These words can't explain the gratitude I would like to show. Also to my crazy and loyal friends Riley, Mike H., Andrew, Judith, and Michelle M., just to name a few, who have been a tremendous support system that I know will continue to provide their encouragement and faith in me. Finally, I have to give thanks to the man upstairs. It is a given that without him and what he has in store for me, I would not be in the position I'm in and for that I am thankful beyond belief.
My goal in this is to make sure I fulfill my own goals I've set for myself and to not let anyone down who has played a role in getting me where I am. Again, thanks to everyone who has played a part in my success and I hope these next three months will be nothing but a successful learning experience that will prepare me for the future.
Stay tuned for more updates as I will continue to provide feedback throughout my stay here in Washington.
Your Boy,
Allen Hoye
New Mexico was in its own right the first awes of the trip. The drive into Roswell, where the last of my Whataburger meals was consumed, the beautiful mountain and rock formations that lined the highways took my eyes on a ride. It didn't end there though on the way out of New Mexico my copilot and I decided to take a detour to the Four Corners. This is the only place in the United States that two or more states overlap in same spot. These states include Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Utah. That was something I never would've expected on this trip but then a lot of stuff went down that was spontaneous and adventurous in its own right. Within that same day we went through a portion of Colorado where we ventured off to explore some random teepees on the side of the road before embarking on the drive through Utah. Once we were in the state of Utah the adventures kept going strong. With multiple gigantic mountains topped with white snow I was still in awe of the scenery and also decided to take the adventure to the next level.
Along the side of the road there were a few rock formations that looked absolutely fun to climb. Fortunately for me there was one in particular that allowed me to do just that. Climbing the formation was unexplainable as I reached the top that had a gaping circle formation, I realized I was higher than I thought. The view was amazing and just being up there as I carved my name in to the rock was somewhat of a realization. I felt a sense of accomplishment that was only the beginning of what I was really about to embark on with this stage in my life and internship in Washington. It was a tremendous feeling, one of the ones I want to hold onto during my internship to get me through any hard times I may face.
Idaho was the next state we had to go through and was probably the most daunting of them all. The five hundred mile stretch of the state still had decent scenery value but did not compare to others before it ( sorry Idaho). It also dealt me a present of a cracked screen for my phone...not a happy camper in that regard. However, all hope was not lost. Once we rolled into Boise, Idaho I felt it only right that I pay a detoured visit to the Boise State college campus. Of course, it was totally worth it. Having the chance to see the notorious blue and orange field of the Broncos was a tremendous uplifting for the Idaho visit. I couldn't just settle for a look at the field and history of the Boise State Broncos, I had to take a step further and disobey visitation rules of the field. Therefore, I proceeded to run onto to the field and have it documented by photograph. The field maintenance crew wasn't too thrilled with that but luckily there was nothing they could do. I concluded the visit with some souvenir shirts and hit the road once more for Oregon.
The drive into Oregon was filled with more amazing views and even more so a wide variety of fun roads that made the ride that much more interesting. This was extremely apparent as I found myself hitting speeds that were not permissible according to Washington state limits (oops). Luckily I wasn't pulled over and continued on my way through an atmosphere of tall trees, mountains, and snow actually on the ground that I was able to step in. Alas though I had reached my destination and moved in with my summer family. So far it has been a good experience and I've started to bond with my new roommates, well lets just stick with calling them family. I had no idea that they would be so welcoming to the extent of coping with being away from my home state that I miss tremendously.
I could go on and on with detailed information thus far on my trip but I'm pretty sure y'all have enough insight so far. To finish of this first blog I would like to extend my gratitude and thanks to a select bunch of people. First of all I want to thank my family for being supportive and assisting my goals and standing behind me. Also, to my other family, the Scarsdale's for helping me secure a place to stay and playing a vital role in this opportunity put before me. I can't thank Jim, James, Marcy, Elena, and most of all Jeanette for being such tremendous assets for encouragement and help they've provided. These words can't explain the gratitude I would like to show. Also to my crazy and loyal friends Riley, Mike H., Andrew, Judith, and Michelle M., just to name a few, who have been a tremendous support system that I know will continue to provide their encouragement and faith in me. Finally, I have to give thanks to the man upstairs. It is a given that without him and what he has in store for me, I would not be in the position I'm in and for that I am thankful beyond belief.My goal in this is to make sure I fulfill my own goals I've set for myself and to not let anyone down who has played a role in getting me where I am. Again, thanks to everyone who has played a part in my success and I hope these next three months will be nothing but a successful learning experience that will prepare me for the future.
Stay tuned for more updates as I will continue to provide feedback throughout my stay here in Washington.Your Boy,
Allen Hoye
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