Hey Readers,
So as of lately, balance has become a big problem for me. School, job, friends, family, music, etc.
With all of my college stuff coming up in the fall, I'll admit to being a little stressed as to not know how all will turn out. I am hoping for decent scores. My job is going okay. I never thought I'd be able to fit in with a job at a hardware store, but I guess I proved myself wrong on that one. Friends and family are both great. I love being around as many of them as I can get at any point. What can I say? I AM definitely a people person. Music is going fine. Orchestra is busy, as we prepare for Fiddler's Jamboree yet again this year. I've decided at the last second to take on the practice required to go to the said event. I am excited though, for the actual concert coming up in the spring, it's going to occur on MY turf. Yup, we're playing at the high school in my town... eek! (really excited)
I have something else to add to my busyness. I am head-over-heals for someone right now. I am afraid to get into any form of a relationship and have it ended on me, though. Being busy all the time, doesn't seem like something a guy is going to want to be involved with. You never know, though. Maybe things will work out this time. All I can do is hope.
I will say that he is absolutely amazing. We have so much in common, which makes him really easy to talk to. He's smart, almost as much as a music dork as I am, and well... perfect.
I say all of this and my brain goes, "Wait till after college". Yet, what if I miss this opportunity? I don't want to go through life going "What if this...? Or, what if that...?" Ya know? There is nothing good about those situations, as I have already found out. So, no. I can't wait till college, not with this.
Anyways, I'm sure ya'll are absolutely enjoying reading my vicious debate over all of this.. (heavy sarcasm)
Yet, I could be missing on opportunities as we speak.
Gots to go,
Thanks for reading!!
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2012-02-23
2012-02-07
Part of My 'Bucket List'
Goodness, at age seventeen, I cannot believe that I have begun to think of such a topic. I mean, really, I'm not really sure what inspired this. Yet, I have a VERY long list of things I would like to do before my time is up. Here is part of that list-
1. Be an extra in a movie. (That or part of the stunt crew)
2. Go and see a Broadway play.
3. Dress up and go to Comicon.
4. Go to a restaurant and order diet water.
5. Become fluent in multiple languages.
6. Take part in a triathlon.
7. See the Northern Lights.
8. Go swimming with dolphins.
9. Go on a road trip.
10. Knit a scarf.
11. Make a difference in someone's life.
12. Climb a mountain.
13. Go to a furniture store and hide in a wardrobe. When someone opens the wardrobe door, run out screaming "For Narnia!!!!!!".
14. Be involved in a high-speed chase.
15. Recreate a scene from a movie/book/play in a very public place and see what happens.
16. Learn how to play the drums.
17. Make a t-shirt quilt.
18. Talk in the Shakespearean language for an entire day.
19. Sing in front of a live audience.
20. Bring joy to someone who's spirits have been crushed entirely.
21. Identify the people who have inspired me most in my life, and tell them.
22. Get a complete makeover- Get a different hairstyle, hair color, clothes, etc.
23. Invite a bunch of British people over to my house, and go tell my neighbors that the British are coming.
24. Learn how to shoot a gun.
25. Wear a "Free Hugs" t-shirt, and aim to get over 1,000 hugs.
26. Go into a really, really crowded elevator, and with a straight face say, "I'm sure you are all wondering why you've been gathered here".
27. Go skydiving.
28. Retire to somewhere REALLY WARM.
29. Learn how to figure skate.
30. Compose a song.
31. Ride in a hot air balloon.
32. Race a sports car.
33. Learn to surf.
34. Go see Mount Rushmore.
35. Live in a foreign country for 6 months.
36. Take up gourmet cooking.
37. Create a coat of arms for my family.
38. Go to Time's Square on New Year's Eve.
39. Restore a classic car.
40. Learn sign language.
41. Learn how to say "hello" in 50 different languages.
42. Have my portrait painted.
43. Send a message in a bottle.
44. Spend a night in a haunted house, with a group of friends.
45. Catch a baseball in the stands of a major league game.
46. Make a hole-in-one.
47. Reflect upon my greatest weakness, and (eventually) realize that it is actually my greatest strength.
1. Be an extra in a movie. (That or part of the stunt crew)
2. Go and see a Broadway play.
3. Dress up and go to Comicon.
4. Go to a restaurant and order diet water.
5. Become fluent in multiple languages.
6. Take part in a triathlon.
7. See the Northern Lights.
8. Go swimming with dolphins.
9. Go on a road trip.
10. Knit a scarf.
11. Make a difference in someone's life.
12. Climb a mountain.
13. Go to a furniture store and hide in a wardrobe. When someone opens the wardrobe door, run out screaming "For Narnia!!!!!!".
14. Be involved in a high-speed chase.
15. Recreate a scene from a movie/book/play in a very public place and see what happens.
16. Learn how to play the drums.
17. Make a t-shirt quilt.
18. Talk in the Shakespearean language for an entire day.
19. Sing in front of a live audience.
20. Bring joy to someone who's spirits have been crushed entirely.
21. Identify the people who have inspired me most in my life, and tell them.
22. Get a complete makeover- Get a different hairstyle, hair color, clothes, etc.
23. Invite a bunch of British people over to my house, and go tell my neighbors that the British are coming.
24. Learn how to shoot a gun.
25. Wear a "Free Hugs" t-shirt, and aim to get over 1,000 hugs.
26. Go into a really, really crowded elevator, and with a straight face say, "I'm sure you are all wondering why you've been gathered here".
27. Go skydiving.
28. Retire to somewhere REALLY WARM.
29. Learn how to figure skate.
30. Compose a song.
31. Ride in a hot air balloon.
32. Race a sports car.
33. Learn to surf.
34. Go see Mount Rushmore.
35. Live in a foreign country for 6 months.
36. Take up gourmet cooking.
37. Create a coat of arms for my family.
38. Go to Time's Square on New Year's Eve.
39. Restore a classic car.
40. Learn sign language.
41. Learn how to say "hello" in 50 different languages.
42. Have my portrait painted.
43. Send a message in a bottle.
44. Spend a night in a haunted house, with a group of friends.
45. Catch a baseball in the stands of a major league game.
46. Make a hole-in-one.
47. Reflect upon my greatest weakness, and (eventually) realize that it is actually my greatest strength.
2011-11-29
December Wishes
Hey Guys,
How are y'all doing? I'm doing just fine.
How was your fall? Mine was okay. I'll be the first to admit that this wasn't my best fall ever. All I can do is learn from the mistakes I have made, and try for a better fall next year.
I didn't get much of a chance to enjoy the colors of the leaves changing, which is disappointing on my part. That is something I like to enjoy each year, so I definitely feel like I missed out. Snow keeps coming and going, yet it doesn't seem to be staying at all. Hopefully it hurries up and decides to stay before too long. I like to ski, so it's understandable why I feel this way. Ooh... but I will be trying snowboarding (at some point) this winter!! I am excited. I like to try or learn new things. It would be fairly boring to go through life, if I didn't. Talking of learning, I have learned so much at my workplace!! I learned how to mix paint, and (most recently, and not at all well yet) print deer licenses. I love working. This job is my first, and I am grateful for it. The atmosphere is easy to work in, and I have AMAZING co-workers. Sometimes they can be a pain to work with, but then again... it could be worse. Most important of all, my boss. He is the coolest, and quite possibly one of the nicest bosses I'll have while I am working by employers. Once I graduate college and all, I am hoping to be my own boss. It's not that I don't enjoy working for someone, because that's not the case at all. I just find it would be nice to set my own schedule, rates, and be an awesome boss for others. To be able to travel, helping others.
Anyways, somehow I managed to get WAY off-course for my reason for posting today. I wanted to announce my wishes for this December. My birthday is coming up on the 20th. This year, I don't wish for any gifts. This year, I wish just to be surrounded by my friends and family. You all are the greatest gift I have received. I would feel terrible for requesting more than what you all have already provided me with. So many go through life alone. Yet, I am gifted through a grand abundance of loved ones. So, thank you all. I cannot begin to express how grateful I am, as I feel words cannot even begin to show how much.
Hugs to all!!!
Thanks again,
How are y'all doing? I'm doing just fine.
How was your fall? Mine was okay. I'll be the first to admit that this wasn't my best fall ever. All I can do is learn from the mistakes I have made, and try for a better fall next year.
I didn't get much of a chance to enjoy the colors of the leaves changing, which is disappointing on my part. That is something I like to enjoy each year, so I definitely feel like I missed out. Snow keeps coming and going, yet it doesn't seem to be staying at all. Hopefully it hurries up and decides to stay before too long. I like to ski, so it's understandable why I feel this way. Ooh... but I will be trying snowboarding (at some point) this winter!! I am excited. I like to try or learn new things. It would be fairly boring to go through life, if I didn't. Talking of learning, I have learned so much at my workplace!! I learned how to mix paint, and (most recently, and not at all well yet) print deer licenses. I love working. This job is my first, and I am grateful for it. The atmosphere is easy to work in, and I have AMAZING co-workers. Sometimes they can be a pain to work with, but then again... it could be worse. Most important of all, my boss. He is the coolest, and quite possibly one of the nicest bosses I'll have while I am working by employers. Once I graduate college and all, I am hoping to be my own boss. It's not that I don't enjoy working for someone, because that's not the case at all. I just find it would be nice to set my own schedule, rates, and be an awesome boss for others. To be able to travel, helping others.
Anyways, somehow I managed to get WAY off-course for my reason for posting today. I wanted to announce my wishes for this December. My birthday is coming up on the 20th. This year, I don't wish for any gifts. This year, I wish just to be surrounded by my friends and family. You all are the greatest gift I have received. I would feel terrible for requesting more than what you all have already provided me with. So many go through life alone. Yet, I am gifted through a grand abundance of loved ones. So, thank you all. I cannot begin to express how grateful I am, as I feel words cannot even begin to show how much.
Hugs to all!!!
Thanks again,
2011-09-25
Orchestra Fun... :D
Hey Everybody!
How are you guys? I am well. Are you all enjoying the start of fall? I know I am. The leaves are changing into beautiful shades of orange, red, and yellow. Although, it is getting really chilly at night (I am not too fond of the cold). Oh well, I have tried to make it outside, but I have been quite involved in work, school, orchestra, etc. to do so.
Talking of what often keeps me preoccupied, orchestra started back up!! I am so excited. I love orchestra, so much! My conductor always seems to pick some really interesting pieces, to say the least. Last winter, we had some Beethoven pieces. They were fun, don't get me wrong, but they were also a pain to learn. This year, we have a fun piece to learn called 'Remote Control'. The piece is fun to imagine a scenario to try and imagine while you are playing it.
I like to imagine this:
There is this impatient, little, old guy sitting in a couch with his feet propped up. He is almost bald, and has a bit of a beard. He has a half-eaten meal on one side of him, and a box of tissues to the other. He's wearing overalls, and a red/black plaid shirt. He is in this terrible mood as he flips on the TV. Impatiently, he scans what's on. He finds nothing to his liking. He flips the stations, pauses, fast forwards through shows, and mutes these shows. He's just absolutely ticked as he flips through the stations faster and faster, then finally finds one to his liking as the show on that station ends.
Fun, eh? Trust me, there are a lot more you can make up for this song. Anything from cats, to grumpy old men can make this song even more fun. The only thing that I disagree with this song, is the fact that I OF ALL PEOPLE have to sing. Yup, me. There are parts from the Broadway show 'Mamma Mia', that our conductor has everybody on the 'outside chair' (see below) in the orchestra singing. He has the people on the inside chair plucking their strings. You can only imagine that I am hopeful for the inside chair at our concert. Oh well, I am practicing both the plucking and the singing. As always, though, I am attempting at having as much fun as humanly possible while doing it. :)
Talk to you all later,
How are you guys? I am well. Are you all enjoying the start of fall? I know I am. The leaves are changing into beautiful shades of orange, red, and yellow. Although, it is getting really chilly at night (I am not too fond of the cold). Oh well, I have tried to make it outside, but I have been quite involved in work, school, orchestra, etc. to do so.
Talking of what often keeps me preoccupied, orchestra started back up!! I am so excited. I love orchestra, so much! My conductor always seems to pick some really interesting pieces, to say the least. Last winter, we had some Beethoven pieces. They were fun, don't get me wrong, but they were also a pain to learn. This year, we have a fun piece to learn called 'Remote Control'. The piece is fun to imagine a scenario to try and imagine while you are playing it.
I like to imagine this:
There is this impatient, little, old guy sitting in a couch with his feet propped up. He is almost bald, and has a bit of a beard. He has a half-eaten meal on one side of him, and a box of tissues to the other. He's wearing overalls, and a red/black plaid shirt. He is in this terrible mood as he flips on the TV. Impatiently, he scans what's on. He finds nothing to his liking. He flips the stations, pauses, fast forwards through shows, and mutes these shows. He's just absolutely ticked as he flips through the stations faster and faster, then finally finds one to his liking as the show on that station ends.
Fun, eh? Trust me, there are a lot more you can make up for this song. Anything from cats, to grumpy old men can make this song even more fun. The only thing that I disagree with this song, is the fact that I OF ALL PEOPLE have to sing. Yup, me. There are parts from the Broadway show 'Mamma Mia', that our conductor has everybody on the 'outside chair' (see below) in the orchestra singing. He has the people on the inside chair plucking their strings. You can only imagine that I am hopeful for the inside chair at our concert. Oh well, I am practicing both the plucking and the singing. As always, though, I am attempting at having as much fun as humanly possible while doing it. :)
Talk to you all later,
2011-07-21
Summer...
Hey Guys!
How are you? I am well.
Sorry I haven't posted in a while... I have been pretty busy.
Summer has been decent to me, I haven't been able to report any sunburns or anything else like that. As school continues through the summer, it leaves me working on projects and (eventually) getting ahead. After I finish school for the day, I like to go someplace quiet. It gives me time to think, rest, and (sometimes) time to be alone. Recently, I have made it so that when I am alone I have to exercise. I got fed up with everyone telling me that I needed to lose some weight, and so I am doing something about it. Though it hasn't shown up, as significantly as I'd like anyway, I have felt a lot better. When you go through the weight loss progress, the first week is really hard. I found that as the weeks went along, I began feeling healthier and full of energy. So that is one new thing.
Elise and I recently had a performance. We were hired by two different groups in one week. We went to play at _________ Inn, which was a bed and breakfast. We also played at an event for our arts center. The whole event funds the center throughout the year, so we acted as student representatives of our orchestra. Have I mentioned that we were named as the official arts center's youth music trio? We were hoping our performances at both locations gave our trio a little bit a publicity. Hopefully, we shall be hired again.
Well, I shall post again soon!!
Thanks for reading!!
Elise and I recently had a performance. We were hired by two different groups in one week. We went to play at _________ Inn, which was a bed and breakfast. We also played at an event for our arts center. The whole event funds the center throughout the year, so we acted as student representatives of our orchestra. Have I mentioned that we were named as the official arts center's youth music trio? We were hoping our performances at both locations gave our trio a little bit a publicity. Hopefully, we shall be hired again.
Well, I shall post again soon!!
Thanks for reading!!
2011-07-11
My Weekend (Part 3)
Hey Guys!
Here is what happened Sunday, hope you enjoy.
We awoke, to yet another of Grandma breakfasts. As always, it was delicious! Yet, I feel bad that I sleep in long enough that breakfast is made by the time that I get up. So, I cleaned up after they got done preparing the food. Mom and Dad left early, to spend some time with their friends before we left. We spent the morning taking walks, and enjoying the company of our grandparents. When lunch came around, Mom and Dad came back. With pizza, too. Though, we were all disappointed that there wasn't any pizza leftover. We left for the U2 concert at 3pm. Due to the fact that Mom and Dad had saw a lot of traffic around Lansing already. So, after applying a massive amount of sunscreen, the four of us (that had decided to go) piled into the van. It was Dad, Elise, Matthew, and I. We arrived at Spartan Stadium at about 4pm or so. There was a decent crowd that had already formed. We went and got our souvenirs ahead of time. Elise and I got key chains, as we have just completed Driver's Ed. Well I have, but Elise still has Segment 2 to complete. Then we found a quiet, shady spot to sit in and wait for the gates to open at 5:30pm. When they did, a massive crowd piled into the stadium. The concession stands were open, and people walked around selling water bottles. Dad began the search for the Spartan Statue. Eventually, after looking for him long enough, Dad asked a 'Event Host' for directions to him. She said that he was off-limits for the day. Yet, figuring out that we weren't from the area, she went to talk to her manager. When she came back, she motioned us to follow her. She led us back to a large room, and there he stood. Bronze and glossy, tall and strong. There, right in front of us, stood Sparty. One of the ladies, whom was sitting back there, offered to take our picture for us. Handing over a camera, we all posed next to Sparty. Thanking them as we went, we were marched back out to the crowds. Dad recommended that we find our seats. So, we bought some water and took to sitting in our seats. After waiting some time, 7pm rolled around. Everyone sat in anticipation, waiting for Florence and the Machine to take to the stage. Then the crowds cheered, and out they came. First the band members, all dressed in black. Then Florence, who was dressed in a bright pink dress. It was the wackiest thing that I have ever seen, seeing her perform. She was running around on the stage, bouncing, and for some songs she even did some drumming. Though, I found it hard not to think of her as an amazing performer. As she left the stage, a crew came up and prepared for U2. It was probably anywhere between a half an hour, to forty minutes before the crowd roared again. This time it was much louder than before. Then four band members appeared. Larry Mullen Jr., The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Bono took to the stage. Then, the wonderful sound came. As the Edge, and Adam picked up their guitars there was cheering. Larry got to the drums, and Bono to the microphone, then the music started. They opened with the song 'Even Better Than the Real Thing'. It was incredible!! I had listened to that song so many times, that to hear it at a concert... amazing. The drummer's stand was moving. Sometimes he would be facing the front of the stage, and others he'd be facing towards the back of the stage. When the sun went down, the lights were on full blast. They gave an awesome show, and (personally) I couldn't hope to pick a 'favorite part' of it all. When we went home, my family and I were in awe. It was quite possibly the biggest concert that my siblings and I may ever go to. Yet, you never know. ; )
Thanks for reading!
Here is what happened Sunday, hope you enjoy.
We awoke, to yet another of Grandma breakfasts. As always, it was delicious! Yet, I feel bad that I sleep in long enough that breakfast is made by the time that I get up. So, I cleaned up after they got done preparing the food. Mom and Dad left early, to spend some time with their friends before we left. We spent the morning taking walks, and enjoying the company of our grandparents. When lunch came around, Mom and Dad came back. With pizza, too. Though, we were all disappointed that there wasn't any pizza leftover. We left for the U2 concert at 3pm. Due to the fact that Mom and Dad had saw a lot of traffic around Lansing already. So, after applying a massive amount of sunscreen, the four of us (that had decided to go) piled into the van. It was Dad, Elise, Matthew, and I. We arrived at Spartan Stadium at about 4pm or so. There was a decent crowd that had already formed. We went and got our souvenirs ahead of time. Elise and I got key chains, as we have just completed Driver's Ed. Well I have, but Elise still has Segment 2 to complete. Then we found a quiet, shady spot to sit in and wait for the gates to open at 5:30pm. When they did, a massive crowd piled into the stadium. The concession stands were open, and people walked around selling water bottles. Dad began the search for the Spartan Statue. Eventually, after looking for him long enough, Dad asked a 'Event Host' for directions to him. She said that he was off-limits for the day. Yet, figuring out that we weren't from the area, she went to talk to her manager. When she came back, she motioned us to follow her. She led us back to a large room, and there he stood. Bronze and glossy, tall and strong. There, right in front of us, stood Sparty. One of the ladies, whom was sitting back there, offered to take our picture for us. Handing over a camera, we all posed next to Sparty. Thanking them as we went, we were marched back out to the crowds. Dad recommended that we find our seats. So, we bought some water and took to sitting in our seats. After waiting some time, 7pm rolled around. Everyone sat in anticipation, waiting for Florence and the Machine to take to the stage. Then the crowds cheered, and out they came. First the band members, all dressed in black. Then Florence, who was dressed in a bright pink dress. It was the wackiest thing that I have ever seen, seeing her perform. She was running around on the stage, bouncing, and for some songs she even did some drumming. Though, I found it hard not to think of her as an amazing performer. As she left the stage, a crew came up and prepared for U2. It was probably anywhere between a half an hour, to forty minutes before the crowd roared again. This time it was much louder than before. Then four band members appeared. Larry Mullen Jr., The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Bono took to the stage. Then, the wonderful sound came. As the Edge, and Adam picked up their guitars there was cheering. Larry got to the drums, and Bono to the microphone, then the music started. They opened with the song 'Even Better Than the Real Thing'. It was incredible!! I had listened to that song so many times, that to hear it at a concert... amazing. The drummer's stand was moving. Sometimes he would be facing the front of the stage, and others he'd be facing towards the back of the stage. When the sun went down, the lights were on full blast. They gave an awesome show, and (personally) I couldn't hope to pick a 'favorite part' of it all. When we went home, my family and I were in awe. It was quite possibly the biggest concert that my siblings and I may ever go to. Yet, you never know. ; )
Thanks for reading!
2011-07-01
My Weekend (Part 2)
Hey Guys!
I will continue with what I did, last weekend.
On Saturday, the day started out pretty slow (even though my parents stood over us, hurrying us along). Grandma made us one of her usual breakfasts (that we cannot help ourselves, but to enjoy her excellent cooking). It was sausage, and pancakes with some of Grandma's strawberry preserves as a topping. Mmm! I love her cooking!! I could have sat there all day, just to savor it all. Unfortunately, I had to shove it all in, and hit the road. We drove to Lansing, to the MSU campus. We wanted to check out what Spartan Stadium looked like, as the U2 concert would take place there (the following day). It was so exciting to get our picture standing up next to the Spartan statue on campus. We then headed over to the museum that was nearby. According to Mom and Dad it was really small, compared to others that they had been to. Personally, I thought it was awesome. It was the one of the biggest I'd been to, so it was pretty exciting. I found many of the exhibits interesting, and I learned a lot from them. Elise took a ton of pictures!!! Holy crow! I have her post some to her blog. When we got back, we left again. This time with our grandparents, for an 'open house'. This one was for my cousin Rachel, she just graduated from high school. We had a lot of fun, just playing games and chatting up a storm with the relatives. Although, a sad look was still on my relatives faces (as they had attended the funeral, the day before). It was nice to hear them all laugh, though. Laughter is a good cure for those that are sad. At least, it is in my opinion. : )
Thanks for reading!
I will continue with what I did, last weekend.
On Saturday, the day started out pretty slow (even though my parents stood over us, hurrying us along). Grandma made us one of her usual breakfasts (that we cannot help ourselves, but to enjoy her excellent cooking). It was sausage, and pancakes with some of Grandma's strawberry preserves as a topping. Mmm! I love her cooking!! I could have sat there all day, just to savor it all. Unfortunately, I had to shove it all in, and hit the road. We drove to Lansing, to the MSU campus. We wanted to check out what Spartan Stadium looked like, as the U2 concert would take place there (the following day). It was so exciting to get our picture standing up next to the Spartan statue on campus. We then headed over to the museum that was nearby. According to Mom and Dad it was really small, compared to others that they had been to. Personally, I thought it was awesome. It was the one of the biggest I'd been to, so it was pretty exciting. I found many of the exhibits interesting, and I learned a lot from them. Elise took a ton of pictures!!! Holy crow! I have her post some to her blog. When we got back, we left again. This time with our grandparents, for an 'open house'. This one was for my cousin Rachel, she just graduated from high school. We had a lot of fun, just playing games and chatting up a storm with the relatives. Although, a sad look was still on my relatives faces (as they had attended the funeral, the day before). It was nice to hear them all laugh, though. Laughter is a good cure for those that are sad. At least, it is in my opinion. : )
Thanks for reading!
My Weekend (Part 1)
Hey Guys!
How are you? I am well. How was your weekend? Mine was pretty awesome. In this post, I would like to give you guys a summary of all that had happened. My weekend will include the time spent from Friday morning, till Monday night.
We packed all of Thursday night, as it takes a lot of time for my family to pack. We didn't get to bed till closer to midnight. We all got up and out the door at 5:30am. My cousin Joshua Thomma, had passed away the Sunday prior. So his funeral was Friday morning at 11am. We had full intentions of attending. We arrived at the funeral home at about 10:30am. The funeral was short, but one of the saddest I have been to. Many people knew Josh, and his death was devastating to them. Even the minister knew Josh, which added a nice touch to his ceremony. When the minister himself knows the deceased, it adds a more personal touch to the ceremony.
It was over by noon. We went back to my grandparents house, to retrieve the little ones. We arrived at the dinner soon after 12:30pm. We visited with our relatives, which was very nice. I don't get to see my relatives very often, so I relish each moment that I might get with them.
Thanks for reading!
How are you? I am well. How was your weekend? Mine was pretty awesome. In this post, I would like to give you guys a summary of all that had happened. My weekend will include the time spent from Friday morning, till Monday night.
We packed all of Thursday night, as it takes a lot of time for my family to pack. We didn't get to bed till closer to midnight. We all got up and out the door at 5:30am. My cousin Joshua Thomma, had passed away the Sunday prior. So his funeral was Friday morning at 11am. We had full intentions of attending. We arrived at the funeral home at about 10:30am. The funeral was short, but one of the saddest I have been to. Many people knew Josh, and his death was devastating to them. Even the minister knew Josh, which added a nice touch to his ceremony. When the minister himself knows the deceased, it adds a more personal touch to the ceremony.
It was over by noon. We went back to my grandparents house, to retrieve the little ones. We arrived at the dinner soon after 12:30pm. We visited with our relatives, which was very nice. I don't get to see my relatives very often, so I relish each moment that I might get with them.
Thanks for reading!
2011-06-22
... Of the week.
Hey Guys,
How's it going? It's going pretty well here.
Here is the ...Of the week for this week.
Book of the Week- A Horse to Remember-Juliana Hutchings- Wow! I cannot believe how great that book was. Juliana Hutchings published it when she was just 14 years of age. It truly does show what bonds man and their horses can form, and the love that man can develop for that horse. I would rate this book 4 out of 5 stars.
Song of the Week- I Belong To You (New Moon Remix)- Muse- I love this song!! I recently watched *The Twilight Saga; New Moon again, and when I heard this song... I would rate this song 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Movie of the Week-My Sister's Keeper- Cameron Diaz, Abigail Breslin-Whoa! What an emotional movie! It didn't end like the book, but it was equally emotional. Although it felt at times, like it was so sad, that we wouldn't be able to finish it... we did. An amazing movie! I totally recommend seeing it. I would rate this movie 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Thanks for reading!
How's it going? It's going pretty well here.
Here is the ...Of the week for this week.
Book of the Week- A Horse to Remember-Juliana Hutchings- Wow! I cannot believe how great that book was. Juliana Hutchings published it when she was just 14 years of age. It truly does show what bonds man and their horses can form, and the love that man can develop for that horse. I would rate this book 4 out of 5 stars.
Song of the Week- I Belong To You (New Moon Remix)- Muse- I love this song!! I recently watched *The Twilight Saga; New Moon again, and when I heard this song... I would rate this song 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Movie of the Week-My Sister's Keeper- Cameron Diaz, Abigail Breslin-Whoa! What an emotional movie! It didn't end like the book, but it was equally emotional. Although it felt at times, like it was so sad, that we wouldn't be able to finish it... we did. An amazing movie! I totally recommend seeing it. I would rate this movie 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Thanks for reading!
2011-06-19
Happy Father's Day!
Hey Guys!
How are you? I am well.
Today I would like to wish "Happy Father's Day" to all of the Dads in the world! Hopefully they all have an amazing day today!
Thanks for reading!
2011-06-18
Upcoming Events...
Hey Guys,
How are you? I am well. How has your week been? Mine has been okay.
I thought today I would post some upcoming events, for the next three months. Events that have been scheduled for myself, movies, and concerts I intend to attend.
June- (from today on)
June 26th- The U2 360 concert at Spartan Stadium
July-
July 1st- Transformers 3
July 4th- Independence day
July 13th- Elise and I perform in Bay Harbor.
July 15th- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows Part: 2 release
August
August 12th- Mom's birthday
August 18th- My Uncle D.J.'s birthday
August 22nd- My grandparent's anniversary
How are you? I am well. How has your week been? Mine has been okay.
I thought today I would post some upcoming events, for the next three months. Events that have been scheduled for myself, movies, and concerts I intend to attend.
June- (from today on)
June 26th- The U2 360 concert at Spartan Stadium
July-
July 1st- Transformers 3
July 4th- Independence day
July 13th- Elise and I perform in Bay Harbor.
July 15th- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows Part: 2 release
August
August 12th- Mom's birthday
August 18th- My Uncle D.J.'s birthday
August 22nd- My grandparent's anniversary
2011-06-17
Driver's Ed Is Over!!
Hey Guys!
How are you? I am well. How has your week been? Mine has been pretty good.
Guess what I passed? Driver's Ed!! I scored 20 out of 20 on the last test they gave me.
All I have to do now to get my driver's license now is just complete my driving hours. Twenty more hours, with eight of them being during night hours. Sound exciting? Well, I am willing do anything at this point to get my license. : )
Thanks for reading,
How are you? I am well. How has your week been? Mine has been pretty good.
Guess what I passed? Driver's Ed!! I scored 20 out of 20 on the last test they gave me.
All I have to do now to get my driver's license now is just complete my driving hours. Twenty more hours, with eight of them being during night hours. Sound exciting? Well, I am willing do anything at this point to get my license. : )
Thanks for reading,
2011-06-15
Yesterday...
Hey Guys,
How are you? I am doing pretty good. Yesterday, I posted to my Facebook wall that I was having a bad day. I immediately got a lot of supportive responses (thank you guys!!). I feel like I should explain a little bit more about why it was so bad...
Yesterday, I awoke pretty early. I had the intentions of having a really good day. Especially, in my Driver's Ed class. I wrote a blog post, got around for the day, ate my breakfast, and prepared to walk down for Driver's Ed. I was suppose to go down early, and meet my sister to grab the shared 'children's phone'. We never did meet up, even though I spent a lot of time (prior to class) looking for her. Then, I remembered that my mom wanted me to go and apologize to a girl. See, I was suppose to go and 'talk to her for a sec, (after class) because she had something really important to tell me'. I walked to the front door, and found her outside alone. I was getting really bad vibes about going out there. So, I turned around and went out the back door. When I got to class yesterday, I went over and apologized for not meeting her. She immediately proceeded to say "F*** You" to me. After she finished the first word, and had started the second, I turned abruptly on my heel and walked away. People continue to ask me if I think I made the right move. Personally, I would not have done anything different. If she said that to me for apologizing, then, what would she have said to me if I had met her? I would have to think it wouldn't have been any better. On my way home, I was furious. Nobody had ever said anything like that to me before. I managed to hit my head hard enough against a door, that it is all swollen up today. I accidentally rammed my foot into a rock of about the same size. Both injuries hurt today, and both were inflicted out of my anger. I am disappointed in myself for letting my anger do that to me. More than disappointed in that, I am disappointed that someone at that girl's level caused me to get all riled up. I learned the value of the lesson 'treat people the way you want to be treated'. I would not want to cause another girl to get as mad and upset as I was, because I said something like that to her.
Yesterday, was full of other little things, that eventually made it a really bad day. My hope is, is since I don't have Driver's Ed today, today will be a good day just to sit back and try to have a good day. My next and final Driver's Ed class is tomorrow. I plan to go in, and show no mercy as far as how pleasant I intend to be.
Thank you to all who said supportive things on my Facebook wall. To get up this morning, and read them was very uplifting to my degraded spirit from yesterday.
Thank you!!
How are you? I am doing pretty good. Yesterday, I posted to my Facebook wall that I was having a bad day. I immediately got a lot of supportive responses (thank you guys!!). I feel like I should explain a little bit more about why it was so bad...
Yesterday, I awoke pretty early. I had the intentions of having a really good day. Especially, in my Driver's Ed class. I wrote a blog post, got around for the day, ate my breakfast, and prepared to walk down for Driver's Ed. I was suppose to go down early, and meet my sister to grab the shared 'children's phone'. We never did meet up, even though I spent a lot of time (prior to class) looking for her. Then, I remembered that my mom wanted me to go and apologize to a girl. See, I was suppose to go and 'talk to her for a sec, (after class) because she had something really important to tell me'. I walked to the front door, and found her outside alone. I was getting really bad vibes about going out there. So, I turned around and went out the back door. When I got to class yesterday, I went over and apologized for not meeting her. She immediately proceeded to say "F*** You" to me. After she finished the first word, and had started the second, I turned abruptly on my heel and walked away. People continue to ask me if I think I made the right move. Personally, I would not have done anything different. If she said that to me for apologizing, then, what would she have said to me if I had met her? I would have to think it wouldn't have been any better. On my way home, I was furious. Nobody had ever said anything like that to me before. I managed to hit my head hard enough against a door, that it is all swollen up today. I accidentally rammed my foot into a rock of about the same size. Both injuries hurt today, and both were inflicted out of my anger. I am disappointed in myself for letting my anger do that to me. More than disappointed in that, I am disappointed that someone at that girl's level caused me to get all riled up. I learned the value of the lesson 'treat people the way you want to be treated'. I would not want to cause another girl to get as mad and upset as I was, because I said something like that to her.
Yesterday, was full of other little things, that eventually made it a really bad day. My hope is, is since I don't have Driver's Ed today, today will be a good day just to sit back and try to have a good day. My next and final Driver's Ed class is tomorrow. I plan to go in, and show no mercy as far as how pleasant I intend to be.
Thank you to all who said supportive things on my Facebook wall. To get up this morning, and read them was very uplifting to my degraded spirit from yesterday.
Thank you!!
2011-06-05
More Music I Like
Hey Guys!
How are you? I am alright. How has your week? Mine has been okay.
Quite a while back I posted some music I like. Lately, though, I have felt like I have needed to do another one. There is so much music out there that I like, that I feel my music preferences need another post. : )
How are you? I am alright. How has your week? Mine has been okay.
Quite a while back I posted some music I like. Lately, though, I have felt like I have needed to do another one. There is so much music out there that I like, that I feel my music preferences need another post. : )
- Deja Vu- 3oh!3
- I'm Not The One- 3oh!3
- Paper Thin Hymn- Anberlin
- To the Wolves- Anberlin
- So Alone- Anna Blue
- Give Me a Sign- Breaking Benjamin
- Lights Out- Breaking Benjamin
- Over My Head- Drowning Pool
- Adiemus- Enya
- Temptation Waits- Garbage
- Hear Me Now- Hollywood Undead
- I Hate Myself For Loving You- Joan Jett
- Dancing with Tears in My Eyes- Ke$ha
- Whatever it Takes- Lifehouse
- Bleed it Out (Clean)- Linkin Park
- Good Life- One Republic
- Life is Like a Boat- Rie Fu
- Black and Gold- Sam Sparro
- Dreaming of You- Selena
- Diamond Eyes- Shinedown
- Awake and Alive- Skillet
- For the First Time- The Script
- The Man Who Can't Be Moved- The Script
- I (Who Have Nothing)- Tom Jones
- Say Ok- Vanessa Hudgens
Hopefully you enjoyed reading this, as I did writing it.
Thanks for reading my blog!!
2011-06-03
25 More Of My Favorite Things
Hey Guys!
How are you? I am well. How has your week been so far? Mine has been good.
Here are 25 (more) of my favorite things. I posted the last 25 a while back.
How are you? I am well. How has your week been so far? Mine has been good.
Here are 25 (more) of my favorite things. I posted the last 25 a while back.
- Waking up laughing.
- The smell after a spring shower.
- Hugs.
- Walking through the park, on a chilly spring morning.
- Sitting in front of a warm, crackling fire.
- Being bear-hugged so hard, my feet can't touch the ground.
- The smell of pine needles.
- Nicknames.
- Poetry.
- Reconnecting with friends and family.
- Discovering new music.
- My favorite hoodie.
- Being honestly asked for advice, and having that person listen to me.
- Hearing a song on the radio, that I haven't heard in a while.
- The rumbling of thunder on a quiet summer night.
- Shooting stars.
- Waterfalls.
- The smell of freshly mowed grass.
- Watching the ocean.
- Moments of inspiration.
- Watching cartoons and movies from my childhood.
- The feeling after a grueling workout.
- Meeting interesting people.
- Taking pictures of random things.
- Good dreams.
2011-05-31
My First Major League Baseball Game
Hey Guys!
How have you been? I am well.
Guess what I did this weekend? I attended my first major league baseball game! It was amazing. It was a Detroit Tiger's game against the Boston Red Socks. We went down on Saturday, and stayed with our grandparents till Monday. We went to the game on Sunday. Almost the entire family went. Grandma and Isabelle stayed behind. Our goal was to leave my grandparent's house by 9 am. We went and picked up my Uncle D.J. along the way. Guess what? As always, we were almost on time (to our goal) when we left. We ran into a *Target along the way, and got some baseball caps. I, at the time, did not possess any Tiger's merchandise. I have been a big New York Yankees fan. Yet, I have liked watching the Tigers in the past. We arrived at Comerica Park at about 11:00am or so. Rose was excited to be in Detroit. She absolutely loved seeing her first taxi. I thought the lighted tunnels and the steel fist (monument to Joe Louis) were pretty cool. I absolutely loved seeing Chelli's Chili Bar. We entered the gates at about 11:15am. We saw the statue of Ernie Harwell, and the Tiger's themed Mickey Mouse. We saw the merchandise selling booths, and the concession's stands. We saw the merry-go-round and the ferris wheel. About 12:30 or so, we took our seats. The Tigers and the Red Socks took to the field. People selling concessions climbed up and down the stands as we watched the game. It was thrilling, as my family had chose a spot where we were more likely to catch a fowl ball. I didn't have a glove. So I kind of snatched my dad's when the first batter came up. It was a great experience! Even if the Tigers lost. I would definitely do it again if offered a ticket. : )
Thanks for reading as always!
How have you been? I am well.
Guess what I did this weekend? I attended my first major league baseball game! It was amazing. It was a Detroit Tiger's game against the Boston Red Socks. We went down on Saturday, and stayed with our grandparents till Monday. We went to the game on Sunday. Almost the entire family went. Grandma and Isabelle stayed behind. Our goal was to leave my grandparent's house by 9 am. We went and picked up my Uncle D.J. along the way. Guess what? As always, we were almost on time (to our goal) when we left. We ran into a *Target along the way, and got some baseball caps. I, at the time, did not possess any Tiger's merchandise. I have been a big New York Yankees fan. Yet, I have liked watching the Tigers in the past. We arrived at Comerica Park at about 11:00am or so. Rose was excited to be in Detroit. She absolutely loved seeing her first taxi. I thought the lighted tunnels and the steel fist (monument to Joe Louis) were pretty cool. I absolutely loved seeing Chelli's Chili Bar. We entered the gates at about 11:15am. We saw the statue of Ernie Harwell, and the Tiger's themed Mickey Mouse. We saw the merchandise selling booths, and the concession's stands. We saw the merry-go-round and the ferris wheel. About 12:30 or so, we took our seats. The Tigers and the Red Socks took to the field. People selling concessions climbed up and down the stands as we watched the game. It was thrilling, as my family had chose a spot where we were more likely to catch a fowl ball. I didn't have a glove. So I kind of snatched my dad's when the first batter came up. It was a great experience! Even if the Tigers lost. I would definitely do it again if offered a ticket. : )
Thanks for reading as always!
2011-05-20
Library Fun
Hey Guys!
How are you? I am doing pretty good. How's your week been? Mine has been okay. I spent a couple hours at the library the other day. Somewhere between 2 1/2 and 3 hours. It was a nice break, from the usual chaos at my house. : )
Actually, I love books. So, it was very enjoyable. Also, a friend of mine showed up. We hung out till he had to go. It was nice, since I hadn't seen him in quite a while. About three weeks or so, if I had to guess. Friend reunions, even if the time not seen between each other is measured in weeks and not months, are great. I love getting back together with my friends.
I came home with two bags full of books. Probably twenty books or so. It's exciting having new books to read, each filled with an adventure just waiting to be read. The funny part about getting so many, is that I will be ready to return them all by the end of the week (yep, I know today is Thursday). I found that the average amount of pages on the books is 250 pages. All high school reading level books. I'm so excited!!
Thanks for reading!
How are you? I am doing pretty good. How's your week been? Mine has been okay. I spent a couple hours at the library the other day. Somewhere between 2 1/2 and 3 hours. It was a nice break, from the usual chaos at my house. : )
Actually, I love books. So, it was very enjoyable. Also, a friend of mine showed up. We hung out till he had to go. It was nice, since I hadn't seen him in quite a while. About three weeks or so, if I had to guess. Friend reunions, even if the time not seen between each other is measured in weeks and not months, are great. I love getting back together with my friends.
I came home with two bags full of books. Probably twenty books or so. It's exciting having new books to read, each filled with an adventure just waiting to be read. The funny part about getting so many, is that I will be ready to return them all by the end of the week (yep, I know today is Thursday). I found that the average amount of pages on the books is 250 pages. All high school reading level books. I'm so excited!!
Thanks for reading!
2011-05-18
Visiting with Relatives
Hey Guys!
How have you been? I've been doing alright. Let me tell you about my weekend. On Friday, my sister and I left for an awesome sleepover party at a friend's house. It was themed hobo town, and we watched British comedy. On Friday evening two couples arrived at my house. My grandparents, Buddy, and Rocco (the dogs). I found out when I got home, that they were actually camping at the state park (that is approx. 5 minutes or so away). When I had gotten cleaned up, they arrived (again) at our house. Yet, they had a couple more people to greet them. They wanted to hear all about our previous adventures. Then, there was much discussion about the upcoming concert. They wanted to know if we were nervous, or not yet at that point. Neither of us proved to be nervous. Not until after they left, and we had time to think.
Sunday morning came.We awoke, and began rushing to get around for the concert. We awoke late, so we were in a flurry for the majority of the morning. We said 'good-bye to our parents and ran down to the High School (public school), which is literally in a one block radius. When we got out, we'd been at the school for 6 1/2 hours. Setting up, practicing, performing, and cleaning up. It was a long day, but we thoroughly enjoyed it.
Our family had really enjoyed it. On Monday, we strictly visited with the relatives, and did some school.
On Tuesday, my grandpa and I logged an hour and a half of driving. As I still need to log time, since I am at a Level 1 Driver's Permit. Next month, I take my final classes for Driver's Ed, and I will (then) get my Level 2 Driver's Permit. Then, we came home and picked up Elise and Matthew. We drove out to the state park and picked the dogs. Grandpa and Matthew dropped Elise, the dogs, and I off at the house and left for the driving range. Matthew wants to learn how to golf. When they got back, everybody (with the exception of my parents, William, and I) left to take the dogs for a walk. We ate dinner, and played some games.
Today, I am hopeful to have an awesome time. I don't know. My grandpa wants to take me driving on the freeway. : /
We'll see how that goes...
Thanks for reading!
How have you been? I've been doing alright. Let me tell you about my weekend. On Friday, my sister and I left for an awesome sleepover party at a friend's house. It was themed hobo town, and we watched British comedy. On Friday evening two couples arrived at my house. My grandparents, Buddy, and Rocco (the dogs). I found out when I got home, that they were actually camping at the state park (that is approx. 5 minutes or so away). When I had gotten cleaned up, they arrived (again) at our house. Yet, they had a couple more people to greet them. They wanted to hear all about our previous adventures. Then, there was much discussion about the upcoming concert. They wanted to know if we were nervous, or not yet at that point. Neither of us proved to be nervous. Not until after they left, and we had time to think.
Sunday morning came.We awoke, and began rushing to get around for the concert. We awoke late, so we were in a flurry for the majority of the morning. We said 'good-bye to our parents and ran down to the High School (public school), which is literally in a one block radius. When we got out, we'd been at the school for 6 1/2 hours. Setting up, practicing, performing, and cleaning up. It was a long day, but we thoroughly enjoyed it.
Our family had really enjoyed it. On Monday, we strictly visited with the relatives, and did some school.
On Tuesday, my grandpa and I logged an hour and a half of driving. As I still need to log time, since I am at a Level 1 Driver's Permit. Next month, I take my final classes for Driver's Ed, and I will (then) get my Level 2 Driver's Permit. Then, we came home and picked up Elise and Matthew. We drove out to the state park and picked the dogs. Grandpa and Matthew dropped Elise, the dogs, and I off at the house and left for the driving range. Matthew wants to learn how to golf. When they got back, everybody (with the exception of my parents, William, and I) left to take the dogs for a walk. We ate dinner, and played some games.
Today, I am hopeful to have an awesome time. I don't know. My grandpa wants to take me driving on the freeway. : /
We'll see how that goes...
Thanks for reading!
2011-05-17
The Spring Concert
Hey guys! How have you been? I'm doing pretty good. Enjoying spring? I am. When I see green everywhere, it makes me happy. Another thing that marks spring/summer for me, is my spring concert.
Every year (in May) the orchestra I am a part of, has a concert. Usually, there is a pretty good turnout.
This year, the weather was nice (surprisingly enough) and the concert members all seemed to have been there (with a few exceptions). Elise and I arrived for the 10:30 am setup, which moved along pretty quickly. Then on to our Symphony Orchestra's practice. We had a guest conductor, Dr. R. Scott Cohen. He directed our Tchaikovsky piece, and our Chopin piece. At first, I was a little nervous due to previous experiences with fast pieces and new conductors (just kidding, they weren't that bad...).
At about 12:30 or 1:00pm, I went to practice with the Concert Orchestra. Dr. Cohen also conducted a piece with that level, too.
Then, we left, only to push and shove through a swarm of beginners/intermediates. They filled the band room we were using to store our instrument's cases. Then proceeded on to filling the entire stage. It was a big group this year. The performance began about 3:00pm or so. It was awesome!
Our jazz ensemble did an amazing job this year. I heard 'Concert did a good job, but Symphony was amazing' from my little sister. So, I guess I won't complain. : )
Thanks!
Every year (in May) the orchestra I am a part of, has a concert. Usually, there is a pretty good turnout.
This year, the weather was nice (surprisingly enough) and the concert members all seemed to have been there (with a few exceptions). Elise and I arrived for the 10:30 am setup, which moved along pretty quickly. Then on to our Symphony Orchestra's practice. We had a guest conductor, Dr. R. Scott Cohen. He directed our Tchaikovsky piece, and our Chopin piece. At first, I was a little nervous due to previous experiences with fast pieces and new conductors (just kidding, they weren't that bad...).
At about 12:30 or 1:00pm, I went to practice with the Concert Orchestra. Dr. Cohen also conducted a piece with that level, too.
Then, we left, only to push and shove through a swarm of beginners/intermediates. They filled the band room we were using to store our instrument's cases. Then proceeded on to filling the entire stage. It was a big group this year. The performance began about 3:00pm or so. It was awesome!
Our jazz ensemble did an amazing job this year. I heard 'Concert did a good job, but Symphony was amazing' from my little sister. So, I guess I won't complain. : )
Thanks!
2011-04-29
The Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton
Hey Everybody!
So, have you guys seen the wedding? What did you think?
Personally, I thought it was awesome. Kate's dress was amazing, and the ceremony itself was beautiful.
The ceremony started began at 4:30 am (at least here it did), and ended about 7:00 am with the royal procession parading through London. In all, it was a really awesome ceremony.
Congrats to the newlyweds!
M
So, have you guys seen the wedding? What did you think?
Personally, I thought it was awesome. Kate's dress was amazing, and the ceremony itself was beautiful.
The ceremony started began at 4:30 am (at least here it did), and ended about 7:00 am with the royal procession parading through London. In all, it was a really awesome ceremony.
Congrats to the newlyweds!
M
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