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This year is going to be my year, I'm going to make sure of it.
So, I got into WSU's orchestra, much to my excitement. Friday was the first day and aside from my stand partner being a little on the irritating side, I loved it. It feels so good to be back in orchestra. Even though I keep playing and practicing, there's no comparison to the feeling that I get when I'm playing in an orchestra. It has to be one of my favorite things.
Second, fencing will start soon, probably at the end of the month or so. I'm so ready to make this year better than the last. I'll be working out in addition to fencing practices much more seriously, as I realized that last season, I was only lacking in stamina. This is especially important when you're in individual bouts, three 3-minute bouts with one minute break in between. This doesn't sound like much, but towards the end of the second 3-minute bout, your legs are screaming hate-filled messages at you. I"m just so excited and after wrapping up the competition in Notre Dame last year with my first competitive victories, I'm more than pumped to see what I can do now.
Third, my classes. I'm so determined to do well this year. Truthfully, I didn't take Japanese so seriously last semester, and that is going to change. I could technically graduate in May with my Asian Studies degree, but I don't think I'm ready yet. I don't want to do that until I feel more comfortable with the language. It'll probably take another year, but I want to study in Japan for a semester-maybe more than that. Total immersion would be good for me, I just need to get over my fears.
Oh, and I finally have a job interview! It's at Oakridge Market! Not exactly what I was hoping for in terms of location, but I'll make the move to Detroit gradually. I hope I get it, I really need to start saving up some money for various things, trip to Japan included.
I'm also re-evaluating the personal relationships in my life. I want to take the time to show the people in my life that are important, how much I love them. This summer has shown me who matters. I realize I've been less than fair to some of the most important, most beloved people in my life. I want to make sure I'm better to them and that I do all that I can to help them out and make them happy. Without these people, I'd really be a sad person. I've also realized that there are some people who have been quite unfair to me, mostly in the friendship realm. I've come to realize that I'm a pretty good person and I try my best to be the best friend I can be through thick and thin. Somebody who calls themselves a friend should do the same, no matter what's going on. Friendship isn't just about going out and having good times, it sometimes needs a little work.
However, some of my friends have really come through. Becky, Robby, you two are a few of those people. In addition to people like Christian and many more, I feel like I have a lot of people who care about me. I also feel a lot more self-reliant and confident than I did before. I feel I had it to a certain degree, but obviously not as much as I should have. I feel that can only make the friendships I have now, stronger.
Anyways, I have a really good feeling about this year. I'm going to work harder than I've ever worked before, and enjoy every minute of it. I can't wait to step into it all!
So, I got into WSU's orchestra, much to my excitement. Friday was the first day and aside from my stand partner being a little on the irritating side, I loved it. It feels so good to be back in orchestra. Even though I keep playing and practicing, there's no comparison to the feeling that I get when I'm playing in an orchestra. It has to be one of my favorite things.
Second, fencing will start soon, probably at the end of the month or so. I'm so ready to make this year better than the last. I'll be working out in addition to fencing practices much more seriously, as I realized that last season, I was only lacking in stamina. This is especially important when you're in individual bouts, three 3-minute bouts with one minute break in between. This doesn't sound like much, but towards the end of the second 3-minute bout, your legs are screaming hate-filled messages at you. I"m just so excited and after wrapping up the competition in Notre Dame last year with my first competitive victories, I'm more than pumped to see what I can do now.
Third, my classes. I'm so determined to do well this year. Truthfully, I didn't take Japanese so seriously last semester, and that is going to change. I could technically graduate in May with my Asian Studies degree, but I don't think I'm ready yet. I don't want to do that until I feel more comfortable with the language. It'll probably take another year, but I want to study in Japan for a semester-maybe more than that. Total immersion would be good for me, I just need to get over my fears.
Oh, and I finally have a job interview! It's at Oakridge Market! Not exactly what I was hoping for in terms of location, but I'll make the move to Detroit gradually. I hope I get it, I really need to start saving up some money for various things, trip to Japan included.
I'm also re-evaluating the personal relationships in my life. I want to take the time to show the people in my life that are important, how much I love them. This summer has shown me who matters. I realize I've been less than fair to some of the most important, most beloved people in my life. I want to make sure I'm better to them and that I do all that I can to help them out and make them happy. Without these people, I'd really be a sad person. I've also realized that there are some people who have been quite unfair to me, mostly in the friendship realm. I've come to realize that I'm a pretty good person and I try my best to be the best friend I can be through thick and thin. Somebody who calls themselves a friend should do the same, no matter what's going on. Friendship isn't just about going out and having good times, it sometimes needs a little work.
However, some of my friends have really come through. Becky, Robby, you two are a few of those people. In addition to people like Christian and many more, I feel like I have a lot of people who care about me. I also feel a lot more self-reliant and confident than I did before. I feel I had it to a certain degree, but obviously not as much as I should have. I feel that can only make the friendships I have now, stronger.
Anyways, I have a really good feeling about this year. I'm going to work harder than I've ever worked before, and enjoy every minute of it. I can't wait to step into it all!