Yeah I'm a Nerd...So?!

Since this blog is all about my life beyond basketball, let's get the truth out there....yes, I'm a "nerd." "You ain't no nerd?!...I coulda swore you was one!" (*Unforgivable voice*). What many people fail to realize is that there is nothing wrong with it. There are many definitions out there for the term "nerd."  Mine is simple...different.  Just because I am different from the next person doesn't mean I'm better or worse for it. We are all beautiful and cool in our own way.  What's crazy is that a couple of years ago, I would not have shared anything like this about myself to the world.  Maybe you will find it interesting haha.

So, now lets talk about my qualifications that confirm my nerd status...

1. I still watch cartoons.  Yes, I am 22 years old and I still get excited when Tom and Jerry comes on haha. I don't know if I should be slightly worried about this, but whatever.  Tom's constant failures to beat Jerry are borderline sad and thoroughly entertaining to me.  Also, I will still watch my favorite cartoon show growing up...Dragonball Z.  Kamehameha!!! Classic.

2. I love video games.  But then again, what guy doesn't?!  I suppose there are some, but there is something about establishing your dominance as a man when having a controller in your hand against fellow gamers.  But this is where I take off on a tangent.  I don't play sport games.  And if you are reading this and don't know me very well, I'm sure that your reaction was like, "What?! What do you mean you don't play sport games?? O_o?!?!"  I deal with this reaction wayyy too often but it's true.  I don't take delight in playing every 2K or FIFA game that comes out on the market.  Just not me.  It probably doesn't help that I already play basketball all the time and I just want to do something different.  And it definitely doesn't help that I am terrible lol.  I play more action/adventure games such as: God of War series (best games ever), Resident Evil series, Final Fantasy series (genuine nerd status), Uncharted series...you get the idea.  Now some competitive games that I do play (and have mastered) are Call of Duty and Super Smash Bros.  You don't want to see me in either.  Promise.

3. I read.  This is obviously an art that has been lost among our society with the advancement of technology amongst other things.  Reading can be a very fulfilling opportunity to learn about various things.  Learn new words, improve grammatical skills, and learn various writing styles.  The list goes on and on.  Read a fiction novel. You will find that you can improve your creativity skills as you imagine certain characters and places that are described in the written movie by simply using your mind.  Your brain is a powerful thing!

4. I have graduated from college, but I still study.  Now Im not talking about studying intense subjects such as chemistry or calculus; however, I have found a passion for music recently.  I have been playing the piano for almost a year in a half now.  Talk about constantly learning!!  There is so much music has to offer whether its breaking down music theory or just listening to different music.  I'm sure mostly everyone can relate to listening to music.  It's has the power to affect us in many ways.  A piece of advice that I want to offer is to be open! Extend beyond your favorite musical artists and give other genres a chance.  You will be glad you did.

Well, this blog is getting a little lengthy.  I probably could have kept going, but I think if you are still reading this, you get the point.  Also, if you are still reading this entry, there may be a little nerd in you too!  You are more than welcome to share your thoughts or your "nerd" qualifications if you want. We can be nerds together! Lol.

God Bless,

Andre