Friday, December 31, 2004
Well OK, I lied
It's still New Year's Eve, and I have yet to celebrate, but I have two hours to waste, so I'm going to reflect on 2004 now, rather than tomorrow.
One year. 12 months. 52 weeks. 365 days. Anything was possible. A lot happened. And I learned so much.
-Boys' basketball went to state in March. I learned how proud I am to be a Lumberjack.
-I took my first plane ride ever, and learned that flying isn't THAT scary, afterall.
-I said goodbye to two people I love. I learned that some things just weren't meant to be, and that saying goodbye is part of growing up.
-I had my first well-paying job, and I learned how to save that money I made.
-I found my self-confidence. I learned that I can be whoever I want, and that's perfectly okay.
-I re-discovered old friends, and learned how lucky I truly am.
-I became a leader, and learned how fulfilling it is to help create success.
-I made new friends, and learned that everyone has their own story to tell. (And they all need someone to listen to it.)
-I finally grew out my bangs. I learned that patience really does pay off.
-I voiced my opinion, and learned that what I say really does matter.
-I felt passionate about a cause, and learned that young people can make a difference.
-My country dissapointed me. I learned that I really can't wait to turn 18.
-I started this blog, and learned how much I like journalism.
-I figured out what I want to do with the rest of my life, but learned that I'm not in too much of a hurry to start it.
The moral of 2004 really was that "every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end." (Semisonic) We're growing up, really fast, and we won't survive unless we can be optimistic about our past, present, and future. Because who knows what's next. Embrace it, whatever it is.
Have a great night, and happy, happy, HAPPY 2005. ;)
One year. 12 months. 52 weeks. 365 days. Anything was possible. A lot happened. And I learned so much.
-Boys' basketball went to state in March. I learned how proud I am to be a Lumberjack.
-I took my first plane ride ever, and learned that flying isn't THAT scary, afterall.
-I said goodbye to two people I love. I learned that some things just weren't meant to be, and that saying goodbye is part of growing up.
-I had my first well-paying job, and I learned how to save that money I made.
-I found my self-confidence. I learned that I can be whoever I want, and that's perfectly okay.
-I re-discovered old friends, and learned how lucky I truly am.
-I became a leader, and learned how fulfilling it is to help create success.
-I made new friends, and learned that everyone has their own story to tell. (And they all need someone to listen to it.)
-I finally grew out my bangs. I learned that patience really does pay off.
-I voiced my opinion, and learned that what I say really does matter.
-I felt passionate about a cause, and learned that young people can make a difference.
-My country dissapointed me. I learned that I really can't wait to turn 18.
-I started this blog, and learned how much I like journalism.
-I figured out what I want to do with the rest of my life, but learned that I'm not in too much of a hurry to start it.
The moral of 2004 really was that "every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end." (Semisonic) We're growing up, really fast, and we won't survive unless we can be optimistic about our past, present, and future. Because who knows what's next. Embrace it, whatever it is.
Have a great night, and happy, happy, HAPPY 2005. ;)
Happy New Year's Eve!
Wow, today is December 31st, 2004. That means that tomorrow, it will be January 1st, 2005. My oh my, how time flies. How long does it take the average person to remember to write 05, rather than 04? I think there should be a study conducted on that, because I know I'm not the only one that will still write 04 halfway into March. It's been a mediocre year. Full of the good, the bad, and the ugly. For me, it was a year to learn important lessons, and to realize how freakin' old I am already. Tomorrow, after partying the night away with some of my favorite people, I'll write some more about '04.
Until then, HAPPY NEW YEAR'S EVE!! ;)
Until then, HAPPY NEW YEAR'S EVE!! ;)
Thursday, December 30, 2004
Wednesday, December 29, 2004
Here's the deal
There are so many people that aren't nice. That sounds stupid, but it's true. They are mostly the people that think they can say and/or do whatever they want, and pay no consequences for any of them. Little things, big things, it doesn't matter. It all adds up eventually and forms into a person that is rather, well, unpleasant. Maybe I put too much trust in people, or maybe it just goes back to the fact that a lot of people just. aren't. nice.
I do everything I can, and all I want in my life is to be happy with the simplest things. A lot of times the simplest things are overshadowed by materials and other complexities, but in the end it takes very little to be truly content with the life you're living. I love my friends and my family, which you've read here many times before. I want to be good to them and I want them to always know that I care and am right here if they need me. I dont ever want them to feel alone. I know that there are plenty of people who don't care for me. Heck, there could even be some who hate me, but I think I know who they are if they do. I understand that I can't make everyone's world bright and beautiful (It was one of the hardest lessons I've had to learn so far). But I also understand that not one of these people I care about deserves to have a world that's anything less than that.
My heart broke a little bit today, because someone that I used to have a great amount of respect for has failed to see the love and care that I did my best to display. What more is there to do, after you've done your best? I wish there was more, because I'd do anything for this person to see the truth. Maybe it sounds selfish, because re-reading that I can see how it would, but I really don't think it's very selfish at all. I wanted this person, as well as the rest of his/her family, to be happy, and to respect me like I respected them. Because they were so important to me, and I wanted to be even half as important to them. It didn't work, though, and here I am, without a clue in the world how to even react. It shouldn't be a big deal, but it is.
I'm fairly certain that someone out there, who has read this in the past, will read this again, and know exactly who I'm talking about. He/she will think I'm stupid for taking time to think about this and to even consider being liked or respected by the family I speak of. If that is you, consider how true what I have just written really is, and then you and I have some words to exchange.
Enough tears for now. Goodnight.
I do everything I can, and all I want in my life is to be happy with the simplest things. A lot of times the simplest things are overshadowed by materials and other complexities, but in the end it takes very little to be truly content with the life you're living. I love my friends and my family, which you've read here many times before. I want to be good to them and I want them to always know that I care and am right here if they need me. I dont ever want them to feel alone. I know that there are plenty of people who don't care for me. Heck, there could even be some who hate me, but I think I know who they are if they do. I understand that I can't make everyone's world bright and beautiful (It was one of the hardest lessons I've had to learn so far). But I also understand that not one of these people I care about deserves to have a world that's anything less than that.
My heart broke a little bit today, because someone that I used to have a great amount of respect for has failed to see the love and care that I did my best to display. What more is there to do, after you've done your best? I wish there was more, because I'd do anything for this person to see the truth. Maybe it sounds selfish, because re-reading that I can see how it would, but I really don't think it's very selfish at all. I wanted this person, as well as the rest of his/her family, to be happy, and to respect me like I respected them. Because they were so important to me, and I wanted to be even half as important to them. It didn't work, though, and here I am, without a clue in the world how to even react. It shouldn't be a big deal, but it is.
I'm fairly certain that someone out there, who has read this in the past, will read this again, and know exactly who I'm talking about. He/she will think I'm stupid for taking time to think about this and to even consider being liked or respected by the family I speak of. If that is you, consider how true what I have just written really is, and then you and I have some words to exchange.
Enough tears for now. Goodnight.
Tuesday, December 28, 2004
:(
Damn.
I'm really upset.
But, I can't act like it now, because I have to talk to people and go to basketball games, and stuff like that.
Maybe I'll write more later, or something.
I'm really upset.
But, I can't act like it now, because I have to talk to people and go to basketball games, and stuff like that.
Maybe I'll write more later, or something.
Monday, December 27, 2004
I <3 Big & Rich
I never really listened to the words of this song before, but today I did, and I thought I'd share them with all of you.
Holy Water, by Big & Rich
Somewhere there's a stolen halo
I use to watch her wear it well
Everything would shine wherever she would go
But looking at her now you'd never tell
Someone ran away with her innocence
A memory she can't get out of her head
I can only imagine what she's feeling
When she's praying
Kneeling at the edge of her bed
And she says take me away
And take me farther
Surround me now
And hold, hold, hold me like holy water
Holy water
She wants someone to call her angel
Someone to put the light back in her eyes
She's looking through the faces
The unfamiliar places
She needs someone to hear her when she crys
And she says take me away
And take me farther
Surround me now
And hold, hold, hold me like holy water
Holy water
She just needs a little help
To wash away the pain she's felt
She wants to feel the healing hands
Of someone who understands
And she says take me away
And take me farther
Surround me now
And hold, hold, hold me
And she says take me away
And take me farther
Surround me now
And hold, hold, hold me like holy water
Holy water
Holy Water, by Big & Rich
Somewhere there's a stolen halo
I use to watch her wear it well
Everything would shine wherever she would go
But looking at her now you'd never tell
Someone ran away with her innocence
A memory she can't get out of her head
I can only imagine what she's feeling
When she's praying
Kneeling at the edge of her bed
And she says take me away
And take me farther
Surround me now
And hold, hold, hold me like holy water
Holy water
She wants someone to call her angel
Someone to put the light back in her eyes
She's looking through the faces
The unfamiliar places
She needs someone to hear her when she crys
And she says take me away
And take me farther
Surround me now
And hold, hold, hold me like holy water
Holy water
She just needs a little help
To wash away the pain she's felt
She wants to feel the healing hands
Of someone who understands
And she says take me away
And take me farther
Surround me now
And hold, hold, hold me
And she says take me away
And take me farther
Surround me now
And hold, hold, hold me like holy water
Holy water
Saturday, December 25, 2004
Merry Christmas
In just 20 minutes, It will no longer be Christmas. Isn't it strange that there's such crazy holiday season hype for half the year, and in just two days, its over? No more presents, no more delicious Christmas cookies, no more festive Christmas music. Actually, I enjoy all those things year round, but I suppose they're all a little more meaningful when it's actually Christmas.
What was Christmas like for Allison this year? Well, sort of boring, sadly enough. Not bad by any means; just a little low key. Let's take a look at the week, shall we?
School this week took a little longer than it should have, but because of that, it felt even better to finally be done on Thursday. Katie, Mary, Kelly and I also had to teach a Link Lesson on Thursday, which was quite the adventure. I know that those kids are lectured to every single day about what choices they should and shouldn't make, but I really hope that some things we said made even the littlest difference. We all feel exactly the same about drugs, alcohol, etc., so it was good we signed up to teach together.
The first East-West doubleheader was Thursday night, as well, and that was a super good time. I really enjoy basketball, and thanks to my handy dandy stress stingray, I was able to keep my tension to a minimum. They played a great game, anyway, so thankfully there wasn't much tension in the first place. Miss Mary rocked the house during halftime with her amazing dancing abilities, and I was just so proud of her. She was really nervous, but there wasn't really any reason for it. After the game, Mary and Becky taught me some sweet Ladies In Red dance routines, and then we headed to Perkins, where we laughed and laughed for two hours straight. Thus my last post. There's just nothing better than good friends. I love those girls like crazy.
Christmas Eve was pretty fun, I slept in (for the first time in way too long), and then Matt came over to exchange gifts. I heart water fountains. (oh, and Matt too ;) ) Usually Christmas Eve goes pretty slow, because for the past couple years we havent exchanged gifts on my mom's side of the family, but it was really fun this year. The food was good, and we had a "color" name exchange, so every gift had to be red. I got a pair of lumberjack-plaid PJ pants (that are about 7 sizes to big, but the comfortableness factor totally overshadows that), and some toe socks. Some of the gifts were hilarious, depending on who was either giving or recieving them. I love how comfortable we all are together; on my dad's side we just can't laugh and appreciate eachothers company like that. After playing multiple board/card games and eating too many cut-out cookies, my family came home and watched Napoleon Dynamite. I can't even believe that my parents sat there and watched the whole thing, but it was a wonderful bonding experience. I heart Napoleon Dynamite, that's for sure. (We all watched it again tonight, by the way.)
This morning I was forced out of bed at the crack of dawn to go to church, which I was totally against, however it wasn't really all that bad. Father Steve read a book for the homily, like I was hoping he would, plus there was a very tiny baby sleeping in the pew right in front of us. Allison doesn't really pay attention to anything else when babies are around, so the mass went pretty quickly. After church, we picked up my grandpa and my uncle David and came back here for breakfast (chicken livers, oh yum). Lunch was at noon at my grandparent's house in Marathon, and then the family shared yet another bonding experience over Lemony Snicket's Series of Unfortunate Events. (Good message, I cried, but overall it was a little slow.) Tonight was where the boring part hit, although I really do enjoy being lazy, so I shouldn't complain.
As far as Christmas presents go, I received a John Marshall sweatshirt (I finally get to display my elementray school/place of employment pride), a new body pillow (all I want to do all day is sleep, now, it's the most comfortable pillow ever to be created), a gift certificate for a massage (ahhhhhh....finally), and some moola. There were some other things too, such as a very cool pig finger puppet that Thomas so kindly gave me. Some people get big expensive gifts every year, but I'm happy to say that I'm very content with what I got. I find more joy in giving other people things, anyway, because it just makes me all warm and fuzzy inside. It's important that everyone knows that someone cares about them, because without that, a lot of people are very lonesome. And lonesome is just no good.
Am I forgetting anything? I don't really think so, and even if I am, I have all week to blog whenever I want, so you'd hear it eventually anyway. I hope everyone had a super spectacular Christmas, and enjoys their week off. Start getting ready for 2005....;)
What was Christmas like for Allison this year? Well, sort of boring, sadly enough. Not bad by any means; just a little low key. Let's take a look at the week, shall we?
School this week took a little longer than it should have, but because of that, it felt even better to finally be done on Thursday. Katie, Mary, Kelly and I also had to teach a Link Lesson on Thursday, which was quite the adventure. I know that those kids are lectured to every single day about what choices they should and shouldn't make, but I really hope that some things we said made even the littlest difference. We all feel exactly the same about drugs, alcohol, etc., so it was good we signed up to teach together.
The first East-West doubleheader was Thursday night, as well, and that was a super good time. I really enjoy basketball, and thanks to my handy dandy stress stingray, I was able to keep my tension to a minimum. They played a great game, anyway, so thankfully there wasn't much tension in the first place. Miss Mary rocked the house during halftime with her amazing dancing abilities, and I was just so proud of her. She was really nervous, but there wasn't really any reason for it. After the game, Mary and Becky taught me some sweet Ladies In Red dance routines, and then we headed to Perkins, where we laughed and laughed for two hours straight. Thus my last post. There's just nothing better than good friends. I love those girls like crazy.
Christmas Eve was pretty fun, I slept in (for the first time in way too long), and then Matt came over to exchange gifts. I heart water fountains. (oh, and Matt too ;) ) Usually Christmas Eve goes pretty slow, because for the past couple years we havent exchanged gifts on my mom's side of the family, but it was really fun this year. The food was good, and we had a "color" name exchange, so every gift had to be red. I got a pair of lumberjack-plaid PJ pants (that are about 7 sizes to big, but the comfortableness factor totally overshadows that), and some toe socks. Some of the gifts were hilarious, depending on who was either giving or recieving them. I love how comfortable we all are together; on my dad's side we just can't laugh and appreciate eachothers company like that. After playing multiple board/card games and eating too many cut-out cookies, my family came home and watched Napoleon Dynamite. I can't even believe that my parents sat there and watched the whole thing, but it was a wonderful bonding experience. I heart Napoleon Dynamite, that's for sure. (We all watched it again tonight, by the way.)
This morning I was forced out of bed at the crack of dawn to go to church, which I was totally against, however it wasn't really all that bad. Father Steve read a book for the homily, like I was hoping he would, plus there was a very tiny baby sleeping in the pew right in front of us. Allison doesn't really pay attention to anything else when babies are around, so the mass went pretty quickly. After church, we picked up my grandpa and my uncle David and came back here for breakfast (chicken livers, oh yum). Lunch was at noon at my grandparent's house in Marathon, and then the family shared yet another bonding experience over Lemony Snicket's Series of Unfortunate Events. (Good message, I cried, but overall it was a little slow.) Tonight was where the boring part hit, although I really do enjoy being lazy, so I shouldn't complain.
As far as Christmas presents go, I received a John Marshall sweatshirt (I finally get to display my elementray school/place of employment pride), a new body pillow (all I want to do all day is sleep, now, it's the most comfortable pillow ever to be created), a gift certificate for a massage (ahhhhhh....finally), and some moola. There were some other things too, such as a very cool pig finger puppet that Thomas so kindly gave me. Some people get big expensive gifts every year, but I'm happy to say that I'm very content with what I got. I find more joy in giving other people things, anyway, because it just makes me all warm and fuzzy inside. It's important that everyone knows that someone cares about them, because without that, a lot of people are very lonesome. And lonesome is just no good.
Am I forgetting anything? I don't really think so, and even if I am, I have all week to blog whenever I want, so you'd hear it eventually anyway. I hope everyone had a super spectacular Christmas, and enjoys their week off. Start getting ready for 2005....;)
Wednesday, December 22, 2004
Lucky
I love my friends so much.
That's the only important thing to say tonight.
Have a wonderful Christmas Eve. ;)
That's the only important thing to say tonight.
Have a wonderful Christmas Eve. ;)
Monday, December 20, 2004
Snow Day
Well it wasn't a REAL snow day, but half a day off is fine with me. My Christmas gifts are now totally put together, all my cards are written out, and I got all my homework done! Hooray for that. I decided this morning during the Link Crew meeting that I'm going to have fun everyday this week. It's going to be a crazy good time.
I saw my PSAT scores today, and they weren't too shabby. I could have done better, but I had to save SOME energy for the real tests, of course. I suppose it's helpful that I actually enjoy standardized testing, because that makes a difference. Did I just admit that I enjoy standardized testing? While we're at it, I also enjoy discussing literature, and hot lunch.
Dad's side of the family was here for Christmas yesterday, and with them it's always just a little bit ackward. With my mom's side, all the families have things in common, and see each other on a pretty regular basis, but on my dad's side, each family is completely and totally different. Just as an example: My cousins from Marathon live on a farm, my cousins from Madison live...in Madison (and dress like gangtsa rappers), and my family lives in Wausau, so therefore, we're normal. Everything in each of our environments is completely opposite, and because of that we just don't all click very well. It's nice to be around family, but it's unfortunate when "family" and "ackward silence" go together.
So, only 3 days to go. Can't wait that long? Go to this site, www.boohbah.com/zone.html, and maybe it will take some of your stress away. Either that, or you'll wonder who drugged your drink. But either way, I'd have to say it's fairly amusing and totally worth checking out. Have a great rest of the week!!! ;)
I saw my PSAT scores today, and they weren't too shabby. I could have done better, but I had to save SOME energy for the real tests, of course. I suppose it's helpful that I actually enjoy standardized testing, because that makes a difference. Did I just admit that I enjoy standardized testing? While we're at it, I also enjoy discussing literature, and hot lunch.
Dad's side of the family was here for Christmas yesterday, and with them it's always just a little bit ackward. With my mom's side, all the families have things in common, and see each other on a pretty regular basis, but on my dad's side, each family is completely and totally different. Just as an example: My cousins from Marathon live on a farm, my cousins from Madison live...in Madison (and dress like gangtsa rappers), and my family lives in Wausau, so therefore, we're normal. Everything in each of our environments is completely opposite, and because of that we just don't all click very well. It's nice to be around family, but it's unfortunate when "family" and "ackward silence" go together.
So, only 3 days to go. Can't wait that long? Go to this site, www.boohbah.com/zone.html, and maybe it will take some of your stress away. Either that, or you'll wonder who drugged your drink. But either way, I'd have to say it's fairly amusing and totally worth checking out. Have a great rest of the week!!! ;)
Friday, December 17, 2004
An alternative to the poetry that I'm unable to write
The only reason I got up this morning was so I could go back to sleep. I came home from school, layed down in my bed, and cried myself to sleep. How terribly depressing is that? And really, the day as a whole wasn't even that bad. I got most of my homework out of the way, and Matt looked super wonderful. (As he does everyday, but I totally have a weakness for ties and dress shoes.) Huck Finn is pretty funny and I like it so far, so that made my day a little brighter as well. Not to mention a road trip to the game in Rapids which was also great fun. So where did this negativity come from, you might ask? Math. Again. I understood it. I actually enjoyed taking the test because I knew what was going on. WRONG. Don't get your hopes up, Allison, because you really did just as bad as you usually do! How is it even possible? I try, and try...and nothing. I don't know what to do anymore. No loser comments this time, please, because I already know that you're all smarter than me. It's not necessary to point out the obvious.
So besides me being sad and bitter (well, ok, some of the following events did include me being both of those things), what else has been going on lately?
Well...
Sunday: Christmas shopping and cookie-making. I need more money. And I don't need anymore cookies.
Monday: Winter Concert. Too long, and not the most impressive thing ever. Krause was somewhat of a jerk, and we sucked. Happy Holidays!
Tuesday: Watched some curling. Or, more importantly, watched Matt. ;)
Wednesday: Tried to cooperate with the most evil person in the world, while at the same time trying to spread holiday cheer. I could go on for days about that, but I'll refrain.
Thursday: Democratic Party Christmas Dinner, which was heaps of fun. Sat at the same table as Russ Decker, and recieved a coffee mug in the gift exchange. Good times.
All in all, there was not quite enough good and a little more bad than necessary in this week. Good thing it went quickly, and we have only four school days to go. The sooner Christmas gets here, the better.
The only other thing I have to talk about tonight is Christmas presents. I'm feeling really bad that everyone is buying presents for tons of people, and I'm not. I just can't afford it this year, mostly because of Junior Girls. So, the moral of the story is, even though you don't get a gift from me, you're still important and I still love you, ok? The end.
Until next time, goodnight. ;)
So besides me being sad and bitter (well, ok, some of the following events did include me being both of those things), what else has been going on lately?
Well...
Sunday: Christmas shopping and cookie-making. I need more money. And I don't need anymore cookies.
Monday: Winter Concert. Too long, and not the most impressive thing ever. Krause was somewhat of a jerk, and we sucked. Happy Holidays!
Tuesday: Watched some curling. Or, more importantly, watched Matt. ;)
Wednesday: Tried to cooperate with the most evil person in the world, while at the same time trying to spread holiday cheer. I could go on for days about that, but I'll refrain.
Thursday: Democratic Party Christmas Dinner, which was heaps of fun. Sat at the same table as Russ Decker, and recieved a coffee mug in the gift exchange. Good times.
All in all, there was not quite enough good and a little more bad than necessary in this week. Good thing it went quickly, and we have only four school days to go. The sooner Christmas gets here, the better.
The only other thing I have to talk about tonight is Christmas presents. I'm feeling really bad that everyone is buying presents for tons of people, and I'm not. I just can't afford it this year, mostly because of Junior Girls. So, the moral of the story is, even though you don't get a gift from me, you're still important and I still love you, ok? The end.
Until next time, goodnight. ;)
I can't write poetry
But if I could, I would write a very good one about how I feel right at this moment. Unfortunately, that isn't possible, so I'll have to put it into some other, less rhyme-like words. The other thing that's unfortunate about this situation, is that I do not have TIME right at this moment to write about it, because I must go get ready for a basketball game.
I apologize for the horrible gap between posts, and I promise I'll write later tonight, when I (and all my passangers) return safely to Wausau. Until then, I'd like to share with you a wonderful article I came across. What this woman writes is exactly what Allison feels, and brought her to tears when she read it. *Sigh* Oh, and the author is a lesbian, and that might help to clarify certain statements. Don't let the website address stop you, as I think many people are compassionate enough understand the points being made. Read and reflect, por favor.
http://www.democraticunderground.com/plaidder/04/36.html
I apologize for the horrible gap between posts, and I promise I'll write later tonight, when I (and all my passangers) return safely to Wausau. Until then, I'd like to share with you a wonderful article I came across. What this woman writes is exactly what Allison feels, and brought her to tears when she read it. *Sigh* Oh, and the author is a lesbian, and that might help to clarify certain statements. Don't let the website address stop you, as I think many people are compassionate enough understand the points being made. Read and reflect, por favor.
http://www.democraticunderground.com/plaidder/04/36.html
Saturday, December 11, 2004
Singing
So singing wasn't a total disaster, but it didn't run very smoothly, either. Just thought I'd update everyone on that, in case I had you all anxious and nervous about whether or not I'd screw it up.
I'm off now to a birthday party, and maybe I'll post again later tonight.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY J.K.!!!!!!
I'm off now to a birthday party, and maybe I'll post again later tonight.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY J.K.!!!!!!
Friday, December 10, 2004
A little bit of randomness
Come on everybody, let's stop being mean to each other. That's all there is to it. Stop talking behind each others backs, spreading rumors, lying, etc. It's just not nice. Everything is getting screwed up because some people aren't making good decisions and being respectful to one another. Jeeze, you guys, that shouldn't be happening. Especially now, right around Christmas, and Junior Girls, etc., no one wants to be fighting. So stop it already!
With that out of the way, I have to sing at church tomorrow. Oh my goodness. I'm not sure about this. I have always wanted to sing in church, but actually doing it is totally different. I'm going to practice with Katie and Kelly in about 30 minutes, and hopefully that works out ok, but now I'm getting nervous. Plus, some...people...I know will probably be there, and 5:30 mass is the most crowded, and ugh. This could be a disaster. But hey, let's hope not.
A sophomore is going to kill me. Wouldn't that be horrible? Yes, it would. She's very mean and she says things about other people in choir that really upset me. Today, she heard me say that girls like her make other highschool students suicidal, and she laughed. Holy cow. I'm a goner.
Math test didn't go too well, but the bio test did, so that's a relief. And by the way, I appreciate comments, and I thank the anonymous commenter for taking the time to read my blog. It's good to know that you're smart, but that doesn't get you very far when you're a jerk. Let me know when you find out which matters more in the long run.
Whew, I must go sing now. Wish me luck.
Oh, and by the way, thank goodness for Mathew. And for Christopher. Without them, my days would have no sunshine. And everybody needs a little sunshine. ;)
With that out of the way, I have to sing at church tomorrow. Oh my goodness. I'm not sure about this. I have always wanted to sing in church, but actually doing it is totally different. I'm going to practice with Katie and Kelly in about 30 minutes, and hopefully that works out ok, but now I'm getting nervous. Plus, some...people...I know will probably be there, and 5:30 mass is the most crowded, and ugh. This could be a disaster. But hey, let's hope not.
A sophomore is going to kill me. Wouldn't that be horrible? Yes, it would. She's very mean and she says things about other people in choir that really upset me. Today, she heard me say that girls like her make other highschool students suicidal, and she laughed. Holy cow. I'm a goner.
Math test didn't go too well, but the bio test did, so that's a relief. And by the way, I appreciate comments, and I thank the anonymous commenter for taking the time to read my blog. It's good to know that you're smart, but that doesn't get you very far when you're a jerk. Let me know when you find out which matters more in the long run.
Whew, I must go sing now. Wish me luck.
Oh, and by the way, thank goodness for Mathew. And for Christopher. Without them, my days would have no sunshine. And everybody needs a little sunshine. ;)
Monday, December 06, 2004
stupid math
Or stupid me, more like it.
Actually, wait, don't freak out. I am aware that I am NOT stupid. Really, I am pretty sure that I am an intelligent young adult, thank you. But it's been one of those days when that's not the most obvious thing ever. I hate math. I am not good at it, I don't comprehend things as quickly as everyone else, and I am super jealous of those that are naturals at trigonometry. I just want to understand, even if it is work and takes a little time, I want to know what I'm doing. As of now, I just stare at my homework without a clue in the world where to even start. And then, thinking that maybe I wasn't the only one who didn't get it, I ask a few people at school if they, too, had difficulties. Nope. No one. I am alone. All alone and feeling dumb. How pleasant.
Actually, wait, don't freak out. I am aware that I am NOT stupid. Really, I am pretty sure that I am an intelligent young adult, thank you. But it's been one of those days when that's not the most obvious thing ever. I hate math. I am not good at it, I don't comprehend things as quickly as everyone else, and I am super jealous of those that are naturals at trigonometry. I just want to understand, even if it is work and takes a little time, I want to know what I'm doing. As of now, I just stare at my homework without a clue in the world where to even start. And then, thinking that maybe I wasn't the only one who didn't get it, I ask a few people at school if they, too, had difficulties. Nope. No one. I am alone. All alone and feeling dumb. How pleasant.
Thursday, December 02, 2004
It's December
Personally, I am very glad that it's December, and I hope I'm not alone. Because, face it, it's just a pretty happy month. So much is going on! I feel a list coming on...
1. Basketball starts!
2. Final Junior Girls planning! (only 5 weeks and a day to go!)
3. Parties!
4. Cookie/Candy making!
5. Democratic Party Christmas Dinner!
6. East Concert!
7. West Concert!
8. Matt's Birthday!
9. CHRISTMAS!
10. NEW YEAR'S EVE!
Oh my goodness. I know there's more than that, but just those ten things are wonderful on their own. Whew, what a month. As of today, there have only been 2 days of it, but so far, so good.
The Peru meeting last night was really fun; it's going to be such an awesome trip. The only thing I'm worried about is getting sick; I know that we won't drink the water, even though in our hotels it's safe to drink, but I have a way of getting sick from really strange stuff. Food, especially. Besides that concern, though, I know these 9 days will change my life. Here's a link to a picture of one of the most breathtaking places on earth: http://www.karlgrobl.com/peru/manchu.htm
I'm pretty convinced that when I get there, I'll cry. Wouldn't you? How much better than that does it really get? It reminds me of Thoreau, living in his cabin and being one with nature and beauty. (Oh no. Have Ms. Landretti and Walden Pond gone to my head? It CAN'T be...)
I just realized that I am excited for Christmas break so I can read. Yes, read. Just thought I'd share.
That's all to talk about at the moment, besides the fact that snow is simply wonderful. I hope you look outside and agree.
Goodnight ;)
1. Basketball starts!
2. Final Junior Girls planning! (only 5 weeks and a day to go!)
3. Parties!
4. Cookie/Candy making!
5. Democratic Party Christmas Dinner!
6. East Concert!
7. West Concert!
8. Matt's Birthday!
9. CHRISTMAS!
10. NEW YEAR'S EVE!
Oh my goodness. I know there's more than that, but just those ten things are wonderful on their own. Whew, what a month. As of today, there have only been 2 days of it, but so far, so good.
The Peru meeting last night was really fun; it's going to be such an awesome trip. The only thing I'm worried about is getting sick; I know that we won't drink the water, even though in our hotels it's safe to drink, but I have a way of getting sick from really strange stuff. Food, especially. Besides that concern, though, I know these 9 days will change my life. Here's a link to a picture of one of the most breathtaking places on earth: http://www.karlgrobl.com/peru/manchu.htm
I'm pretty convinced that when I get there, I'll cry. Wouldn't you? How much better than that does it really get? It reminds me of Thoreau, living in his cabin and being one with nature and beauty. (Oh no. Have Ms. Landretti and Walden Pond gone to my head? It CAN'T be...)
I just realized that I am excited for Christmas break so I can read. Yes, read. Just thought I'd share.
That's all to talk about at the moment, besides the fact that snow is simply wonderful. I hope you look outside and agree.
Goodnight ;)
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