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I have been absent from school, cant get out of bed. And through all of the vomiting, head splitting pain, sore throat, barley able to swallow, and a horrid cough that never seems to go away, I have had something on my mind nonstop, EXPLORING TECH!! I HAVE to BLOG! So I rolled out of bed trying to get to my lap top, its not working, I cant move, so I call for my mom, and I have her hand me my laptop. I log on to Blogger and blog, I realize its a day late, but we didn't have school on Monday, I got got sick on Saturday, and I just knew I had to Blog. I have had a fever of 100.3 for three days! I went to the doctors today and was diagnosed with Mono AND Strep! So, here I am laying in my bed, thinking of Exploring Tech, and Mrs. Chambers. Hopefully I will be back on Thursday. I hope the class is going well, I miss you all! Hope you are having a great week so far.

If I had the power!

If I could change any rule that is currently in the Sand Creek handbook, I would change the mandatory exam policy. The school is using the excuse that they are preparing us for college, well isn’t that what we are doing on basic tests? Teachers should already be teaching us and preparing us for college. I do not think that people should be based on what they know by a test. I am strongly against semester exams. I think it should be changed to the following: If a student should fail a semester of class they should be required to take the exam. I believe that all students would agree with me on this rule. I do think that some of the teachers would agree with me and some would disapprove.

If I could add any rule, I would add a rule I would say that everyone should be required to have one full hour of study hall. We could add study hall as a required class. Students could get so much done in an hour. They could work on homework or on a project, or simply read. I would add this rule because I think that will all of the stress that school adds and with home life on top of that it can be a lot of one person to handle, and one cannot have enough time to finish an assignment. Possible ramifications that could occur with this rule would be students not using the hour and just using it as a social opportunity. I think the staff would agree with me on this, it would give them an hour to work as well as students. Consequences if someone broke this rule would be them sitting in D-Block of the day in complete silence.

A sad but happy ending

Wow, I really cant believe how fast time has gone. Seniors are going to be gone! I'm happy for them to know that they have made it this far, and that they will have have an amazing adventure and journey ahead of them. I'm sad to see them go. I will miss a lot of them. Its crazy to think that I will be graduating next year. I feel like I am still a kid and just getting into high school. I'm scared, but excited at the same time. Growing up is a fact a life that everyone has to come to. School is my second home. I see these people everyday, it seems that I'm at school more than I am at home. I know these halls and the rooms and all of the teachers. I will miss them so incredibly much. I hope the best for this years seniors and for next years senior class, my class. Hopefully it will be like all of the good books; "And they all lived happily every after."

Ohh Prom.....

I did go to my Prom. I was a little annoyed because they people I went with were really late and we missed two hours of prom. It honestly was OK. The music was really bad, songs were played that no one knew and there was a point were they were only five people on the dance floor. So the music was horrible, we got their late, left a little early, and guess what!? We were late to after prom because the people I went with were late, again. So my prom wasn't the best. I hope next year it will be a lot better.

There is nothing better than my family!

There is nothing better than a night out with your family. I absalutyly love geting together with my whole family, Mom, Dad, and two sisters. Even if we really just do nothing. Go out to dinner, come back home and just dit in teh livingroom and talk. I love the simple things in life that mean the world. Just spending time with my family is the best thing in the world for me.

What on my mind....

Hmmm....Well today, my mind is kind of all over. I am very sleepy, so I find myself thinking of my bed a lot. I just want to be bundled up in my bed watching TV and then sleeping. And this weekend is prom! So I am very excited! Also I have a huge project that is due this Friday for English, my Multi Genera Project on the Titanic. As well as a lot of bad news has been going around for people, so I am thinking of families and hoping everything is OK for them. My mind is going crazy today!

Facebook

I love Facebook! I am always wanting to get on and see what people are doing and what some top stories are. Seeing pictures that friends are posting. I don't get on it everyday, but when I do have free time you can find me online on Facebook.  I use my account for keep up with my family and friends. Especially my sisters who live far away. I think a lot of people have Facebook because it is very useful in keeping in touch with people. You can share something that you want people to know about.

Positives:
Keep in touch with people
Find old friends
Aware people of something that is going on that needs to be know
Communication

Negatives:
Cyber Bullying
You can get hacked
People can post pictures of you that you don't like

Spring Break 2012

My spring break did not goes as I planned. I knew that I wasn't going anywhere, but I thought that something might have happened, but no. I did go shopping on the first Saturday in Fenton with my mom and sister. We went to the outlet malls and found some cute cloths. The rest of the week was pretty mellow. Did not do a whole lot. Hung out with my dad and just laid low. I did sleep in which was my favorite! I didn't have to wake up to my alarm screaming in my ear. Easter was good. I was bumbed that one of my sisters couldn't make it down, but hopefully this weekend she will come home. But overall it was a good relaxing break.

My Holiday

If I could have my own holiday it would be called Movie Bed Day. It would be held on March 26. The day would consist of everyone taking a day to do absolutely nothing but lay in bed and watch movies all day. Symbols that would associate with Movie Bed Day would be a pillow and a TV. You can just lay in bed and do nothing, just watch movies as you please, any movie you would like. And if you get tired, your in your bed so you can sleep if yo would like to. It is the perfect Holiday that everyone needs once and a while. Happy Movie Bed Day!

Me for Me

Hey look its me! <3

TRAVIS CLARK

If I could meet a famous person, my first pick would defiantly be Travis Clark. I love him so much! He is in a band called We The Kings. He is the lead vocalist and also plays the guitar and piano. He is a very talented person and musician. He has changed so many lives. He is very inspirational and incredible person. I listen to their music every day. The band is a very positive group and they play positive music. It’s not like music is today. They play extraordinary music. He has changed my life. I love him! And he is the hottest guy alive.

Once Upon A Time...

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by: John Archambault is one of my favorite childhood books. It is one of my favorites because the way it is written and rhyming of the letters and how every letter has its own personality. My dad would always read or tell me a story before bed(which I do really miss!!), and Chick Chicka Boom Boom was one that was recommended a lot. It is a book that I have memorized word by word because of how many times it was read to me.

I think that most teenagers of this generation do not like to read because the use of technology and what teenagers are just handed. Reading used to be a way to pass time and even enjoy, but now, it is just a burden to most teenagers to have to read. Personally I get tired when I have to read. I love getting lost in a good book, but I always get sleepy when I read. I do not like being forced to read a book, for example when my English teacher makes me read a book by a certain time and then write about it, I really don’t like that. But when I just want to read a book and enjoy it, I would not mind reading. I do read outside of school and do enjoy it. I don’t want to watch TV the whole time or be on the computer, I want to step away from technology once and a while and read a physical book, not one a machine or a tablet or on a Kindle. I think kids would need to be re-introduced to books. Maybe take some of the technology away. Have them read a book that they would be interested in.

Pet Peeve

Ohh man! I have a lot of pet peeves. One of my biggest ones is when people chomp of their gum. One of my very good friends does it, and when she does it I just have to keep my cool. But it just makes me tighten my fist and have to deal with. I cant stand that sound of spit and gum smacking in their mouth. Especiallty when they are chomping so much that spit comes out of their sides of their mouth.

My friend, amigo, ami, amico, philos

A friend, amigo, ami, amico, philos, is something everyone should have. Something everyone should love and cherish. I friend is someone who you can trust 150%. Someone you can lean on. Someone who will be there for you no matter what. Even if it is something you don't agree with, you need to be there to support them. For me, I look for honesty, loyalty, lovable, kind, funny, truthful, supportive, reliable, and caring. I believe you can have many friends, but there is usually a more close bond with a small group. I friendship that I hope to have I have seen with three amazing people. I do believe when it comes to Facebook, you can have up to 1,000 friends or more, but honestly how many of them do you see as your close real and true friend? You can say that you are friends, but inside you do know that they are not all what you want in a true friend. A best friend is a rare thing to come across. Be one and you may receive one. It is a rare thing to have someone there for you no matter what, so when you do, treat them with care. Love them.

Homecoming!!!

My last junior year homecoming! It's sad to think about! This homecoming personally was not very exciting to me. I don't know what it was, but I just was not thrilled about it. Maybe because I am used to preparing the assembly being a cheerleader, I don't know, but I wasn't very impressed with it. I dressed up a little for Spirit Week. Monday was flannel day which I participated in. I also participated in PJ day as well as hat day. I'm hoping my class came in first!I didn't dress up on some days because some of the days were weird to me like animal print day. But on the days I did dress up, I liked the theme for them.  The pep assembly was funny in some ways. I had to take pictures during it for yearbook which was cool. I voted for Nick to get to king so I was very happy he was crowned! But it was a long week, I'm glad its over.

Proud Picture!

Took this picutre and I just really like it. We had to take picture for a class called Exploring Tech. And here is is!

Missed a Day, so here you go!

A lot can happen over a weekend. I have always had trouble with my ears. I tell people about it, but they just dont really get it. I have tintus. It is constant ringin in my ear. I have had it for as long as I can remember. So I went to my E.N.T and they told me that there is no cure for it. I will just have to deal with it. They sent to get a hearing test. When I arrived for my test, a doctor that I have never met, informs me that she will be looking for a tumor. Well, you can expect my reaction. I was freaking out. I did not know what to think. I was so scared. To know that their may be a possible tumor in my tear was terrifying me. But everythign turned ou t well, I will just have to love with what I have. I am just lucky for what I do have.

Something I think of often

I can be lying in bed, taking a shower, reading a book, sitting in class, or even just watching TV, but I often think of my future. I think of what I will be, what I will look like, who I will be with if anyone. I really think of my career. There are a lot of things that I would like to do. Teaching, canceling, working with marine animals, or helping deliver a baby. I have thought of this so often. The future is inevitable. I have to prepare myself and get ready. I tell myself that I am ready. I know what I will be doing when I graduate from high school. I will be going to college and living at home for sure and getting my education. I want to be focused on my education and hot worrying about paying bills or getting a job and having this load on my shoulders. I am ready for what will happen. I am just nervous if it won’t go as I have planned, but I am trying to stay positive. The future can be a scary thing, but for me, it can be a second chance.

Valentines Day, personally I think it is taken too far. With all of the candy, and flowers, and chocolate, it is sometimes taken way to far. Personally I think that you should tell the person you love how you feel everyday, not just one day of the year. If you love them, then tell them, you don't know if you wont get the chance to really tell a person how you feel. I do see it as a holiday, I always have, but now thinking of it, I'm not sure. Bu8t I am keeping what I have thought for my whole life, so I do say it is a holiday, but it doesn't rank up there with Christmas. I don't personally have a special someone to give a valentine to, but I do give valentines to people I love. I most defiantly do give them to  my mom, dad, and sisters. And I do give some to my friends. It is a day that does remind me that I dot have a boyfriend and seeing everyone who does get all mushy and lovie dovie makes me a little sad, but then I just look at what I have and am very grateful.  The best part of Valentines Day in the elementary, was the killer party we woule have. We would give everyone a Valentine, and make everyone feel special and loved and your crush would give you one, and you (well I would) make a huge deal about it and think that he was proposing in kindergarten through sixth grade. haha! I do miss those days. Happy Love day to everyone, and just remember tell the person you love that you love them everyday, and all the time, not just one day of the year.

Photography

I absolutely love taking pictures. I mostly take pictures of myself, but I do also like taking pictures of things. I would say my level of photography and experience would be a 3 out of 10.  I would like to say I know a lot, but I also know that there is so much more to taking pictures that I don't know about. I find it so amazing that people are able to capture such an amazing moment and beautiful site. For someone to capture that and be able to relive moments and share them is incredible. I know to basically point and shot, but I really dont know about he lighting. I know you need to have certgain color in the background and a certain shyade of light, but not that much. I am expecting to learn how to take better pictures and really capture the moment. What lighting is right and how to really use my camera. I am very excited to get working with cameras and taking pictures.

Exams

Exams were awful. I cannot say how much I despise exams. The whole week of preparing I was bombarded with study guides, and teachers telling me that their exam was the most important and that I should really put their exam ahead of every other exam.  I did not do as well as I hoped.  I studied extremely hard, everyday when I got home from school, I would go in my room and start studying.  This put a lot of stress and anxiety on me.  I do not think that we should have mandatory exams at our school. It puts a lot on students to be studying for seven exams. Staying up late, waking up early and being exhausted from the night before, then going got school and being put pressure on yourself by teachers. I am a student who has good grades, and when I am given tests, I don't not do well. So being given an exam is incredibly bad for me. Taking exams in high school I do not believe to be preparing you for college.  You regularly take test to see how you are doing in the subject. I think that is all you need. High school and college are two different things. In college, you may not have seven classes to study for, only a couple. The tests were not all comprehensive.  In some classes, there were not even material that we had went over on the test. I had to study for SEVEN tests! That is an overwhelming feeling and stress feeling. I cannot stand exams.

One of the most awkward time of my life

I was sitting minding my own business, when all of a sudden I feel a pain in my shoulder area. I look over to see Tara Kapri Krise teeth clenching my arm. I don't know what I did to deserve this biting but I guess she felt the need to bite me. The phrase "Bite Me" now actually means bite me. literally.  I have never been bitten before, so there is a first time for everything. I can now say if I have been bitten. Take it from me, it hurts and I dont wish being bitten on anyone. Its really weird and awkward.
I did have kinda a bad weekend. I dont know what was wrong with me, but I was super emotional. I just felt down in the dumps. I really hope this week goes a whole lot better. I am going to try to have a positive attitude about everything and just make myself have a good week. Hope you have a great week!!

Two Weeks of Pure Enjoyment

Christmas break, every kid looks forward to it. It is a time where you can just kick back and relax and enjoy the holiday season. For me, it was great. I had two weeks off with my family. Christmas was great, I always love spending time with my family. The week following Christmas, I did nothing but veg. My mom, dad, and I just sat around the house and chilled. Which is extremely abnormal or us. We are always do something, but it was so nice to just do absolutely nothing. Christmas came and went way too fast.  New Years came. I went to a wedding on New Years Eve, it was beautiful and very fancy. The two weeks went by so fast to me.  It literally seams that only maybe two day ago I started break. Its usually after Christmas break when things tend to fly by. I have to say that I am looking forward to my next break. Hope you all had a wonderful and safe break too.  Here is to next break!