Forgive and Forget
Wow. So I just realized something. I'm pretty dang happy right about now. If I forget that I'm not doing well in PDM and I don't understand very much in Physics, I am loving life right now. Why?
1. I have one of the best jobs I could have asked for right now. It's so fun and I actually want to come to work, which is more than some people can say. You all should come in some time and paint some pottery or do some beading. It's a great atmosphere and the owners are so darling. It's a mother and a daughter (Marge is the mom and Dawn is the daughter). It's a casual place. And the prices are very reasonable. It's kind of a cool thing to do just to hang out and relax.
2. I have some of the best friends ever. Stephanie Lughermo is such a sweet heart, I swear to God. She is making high school bearable. Not that I couldn't handle high school without her. I am sure I could. But she makes it so enjoyable. And I love hanging out with her. We can be sitting in Big Boy talking about how much we love cheese bread and chocolate. And I will seriously have the time of my life. She's just that great to be around. And I love Ashley. And Kayla. And Kristina, although ditzy at times, is a cutie. Corrine is another one of my really good friends. And although we haven't really hung out in a while, I love her to death. She confides in me, and I confide in her. Hopefully we'll actually be able to hang out this weekend. And hopefully Rachie can hang out soon too!
3. I got accepted to U of M-Dearborn. Although that might not be a huge accomplishment for some people, I am so excited. I mean, I figured I would get in. But just knowing that I'll be a graduate from there makes me so happy. And Stephanie Lughermo is going there too. I'm pumped about that. And Corrine and Justin are going to Henry Ford probably...which is right next door. So hopefully we'll all hang out together.
4. And actually, I think I'm a happier person right now because I get along with so many people right now. I'm not holding as many grudges. I'm not in huge drama fights with anyone. I'm just at peace where I am. I don't hate anyone. Before, I would always judge people before I really talked to them. And now, at this point in my life, I've gotten over that. I need to experience things and talk to people myself. I shouldn't judge people just because of what one other person says about them. That's stupid and immature. That's not who I want to be. And people that I once didn't think I liked, I am actually starting to warm up to them. Like Jen and Justin. Jen is such a sweetie. And I used to not like her because of what someone said about her. Same with Justin. He's actually a really nice guy. I can't believe I let someone get in the way of me seeing that. And I just respect people more I guess. I respect Britney McSweeny. I think it's because I decide what I think of people now instead of having someone else decide for me. It's actually a big relief and I'm very happy about it.
5. My family is wonderful. Yeah, I have fights with my brother, and I have arguments with my mom and dad. But they're always so supportive of what I want. And they've given up so much for me just so I can be happy.
6. I'm getting pretty good grades right now. Even though I don't understand PDM or Physics too well, I'm making up for it in all my other classes. Two B+s with 4 straight As isn't too shabby. That's like...a 3.7 I think. I'm pretty proud of myself. And I have to admit, Journalism II is turning out to be good. At first I was wondering, 'What did I get myself into?' but now I'm content with how it has turned out so far. For once, the paper was sent to the publishing company before the end of second lunch. That hasn't happened to us before. I'd always have to come in 5th and 6th hours just to get everything ready to send. And I might even have to stay after school or hurry and do it the next day, which would have cost us extra money. And Yearbook is going good too. Lauren, my partner, turned out to be pretty nice and a good person to work with. And we only have to do 1 1/2 more spreads for the deadline, which is 2 weeks away. Not too bad. And they aren't even hard pages really. JV/Frosh Basketball with JV Soccer and Tennis on one spread. Varsity Basketball on the other spread. It won't be too hard because Lauren is in Varsity Basketball. So she can help me out a little.
7. For once, I know what I want to do with my life. I've always known I wanted to be successful. But I didn't know what to think after that. I mean...I'm not 100% sure what I'm going to be as far as occupation is concerned. But I know I'm going to U of M. I know I want to do something with English/journalism/communications. I know I want to be a mom and all that jazz. I know I want a lot of kids. Maybe like 4? That might not be a lot for everyone. But that's a lot for me. A lot...but not too many.
8. I'm getting recognition for the things I've done well. Mr. Pinto tells me I've done good work with the paper. Mr. Rapin says I take good pictures. My mom and dad say that I'm doing well in school. It just boosts me up.
9. CHRISTMAS IS COMING UP SOON! Christmas alone just gets me in a better mood. I don't know anyone who thinks of Christmas and is in a terrible mood because of it. And this Christmas is going to be special too. Because David and I are exchanging gifts this year. And perhaps Stephanie and I will too. And Stephanie had this great idea of helping the hurrican victims who are staying across the street from me. We figure maybe we can get some of our friends to buy something for a certain kid in the family and we'll pack them all up and give the gifts to them before Christmas so they'll have something to open on Christmas morning. I think it's a wonderful idea. If anyone wants to pitch in, leave me a comment and let me know. It would be appreciated...I'm sure of it!
10. I just feel like helping out everyone. I want to do more as far as recycling goes. I have recycling projects to do. They sound like fun. And I just want to be nice to other people. I think having such great people around me brings out the happy me.