D.C. Day 14

So yesterday (Thursday), I covered my first real-life press event. It was a conference where two hoity-toity economists talked about their research findings that technological innovation might be minorly, somewhat, maybe, possibly related to job creation and could save our economy. Yeah, duh. They made it into such a big deal, but it was way overblown. But lunch was provided, and I got to network a bit. And by "network" I mean talk to tech-savvy people without sounding like a complete idiot, and receiving a business card from some chick who was giving them to everyone she talked to. It was fun to sit around and eat sandwiches with other journalists and reps from trade associations. I talked and joked with them and probably convinced them I was a "grown-up"... probably. :P

My smartrip card wasn't working so I couldn't take the bus. It was only a 1 mile walk, but with the 40 mph wind in my face, it felt like atleast 5. The wind was even colder on the way home, and I just about died everytime I had to navigate my phone. (Because it's a touch screen, I can't use my phone without taking off my gloves.)

Today, I finished up a story I've been working on about what trade associations are pushing for what policies and bills this year with the FCC, congress, etc. Then Bryce pulled me aside and told me I need to start coming up with my own ideas for stories. This is the moment I've been dreading. I've got no idea. No flipping idea! I mean I finally understand the stuff they assign me, but this is still a whole new world to me. I've got all weekend to come up with 3 story ideas. I told him I was interested in how video games affect society, and he suggested I start with that. But still.. I've got no idea! 

Hopefully I will be able to come up with something good this weekend. We had another basketball dinner tonight, but I didn't go because it's at some house that's an hour away. I hid in my bed all night, writing and watching T.V., trying to procrastinate away this stress. I'm sure I will be able to come up with some great ideas, after I get some much-needed sleep.... I hope.