A Waste

Yes… Dollywood orientation was the longest three and a half hours of my life. It wouldn’t have been so bad- if we actually worked with Dollywood. I really think Kodak should have a seperate orientation. Everything we had to fill out- every form- We didn’t even need it. We don’t even get the same medical attention as Dollywood employees. The whole thing was pretty pointless- a waste. Go to bed at two in the morning and woke up at 5:30…

Graduation was sort of depressing. I had to be the one to sit next to Jeramy’s mother- who was trying her best not to cry. I knew if she started in- I would. The music was the toughest part. But as long as you made it through the “You Raise Me Up” song- you were good.
It sort of made me sad that I couldn’t find some of my friends to congratulate them after the ceremony. There were so many people- it was even hard to stay close to Jeramy’s family as we made our way through everyone. But- I took lots of pictures- with people- and of people ( I was Jeramy’s designated photographer- in other words, I followed him around snapping shots of him and whoever he wanted).

We really went through a ton of gas today. Jeramy and I went to orientation, then to Books-A-Million, to China Wok, back home, attempted to get my sleep on, then went to purchase crickets for my baby, to Shoe Show, to Wal-mart, back to Shoe Show, to Goody’s… Home, then to K-mart in Severville. We also stopped by Payless, which ended up our final destination- We finally found what we had searched for all along. We changed cars a grand total of three times- so not all the gas would be wasted in one car.
It felt so wonderful to be back home- stationary. Almost fell asleep, but I had to stay awake. I didn’t want to miss Jeramy’s presence.

Tomorrow is Jeramy’s first day. Too bad I do not work. But- I guess I will have time to read the new book J bought me today. Finally, a book to read without a research paper following it…

The Greatest Store

An absolutely wonderful day- beautiful day.

Research papers were finally due today. I am so glad that particular stress has completely dissipated, and now I can think about more important things in my life.
I left school early today- after second period actually. I decided to join Meredith for a trip to the mall. She had to find something to wear for graduation. I figured I would be the one to help her find something… While I was there, I decided I would plan on working at Victoria’s Secret when I turn of age. It is, of course, the greatest store in the mall- Not to mention it has the most amazing lingerie I have ever seen… If I could only afford it.

I have now officially finished my lab report- final exam- for Biology II… and I must say it is the most thrown together piece of crap I have ever written.

By the way, Jeramy is the greatest, most logical, most humorous/ sarcastic, most gorgeous person- inside and out- I have ever met in my entire life…

Wednesday Night

Tomorrow is the reasearch paper due date. It is a lovely thing. I am basically finished- only a last edit to do, and then to organize it into the folder. I am ready for this year to be over. More than ready.
I am really tired of getting headaches every day. I should probably take medicine- that might help- Or maybe I shoud get my eyes checked again. Maybe that has something to do with it.
No Jeramy. No church. No phone (because it broke)… Only a research paper and a hot shower lie before me. My life definately retains one’s attention…

Oh Snap

Took pictures a majority of the day. I enjoy taking pictures of random and not so random things, people- anything in particular of something particular… I even took a few with friends I have never had pictures with before. I will miss my senior friends dearly, but there is no doubt in my mind I will see them soon- Especially over the summer. The day was slow, but not a horrible day. In fact, it was one of the best days I have had in a while.
Scool let out-and Jeramy and I headed toward Splash for our interview. Unfortunately, it wasn’t even the right place- Which I had a feeling it wouldn’t be. When we finally arrived at the correct location, we had our interview at the same time, and, of course, we were both hired on the spot. The assistant manager who interviewed us seemed really awesome; I am looking forward to working with him.
I took pictures all day and then was hired as a full-time photographer- Coincidence?

May 21, 2005

I hate mornings- especially when I am still tired… and I don’t know if it was because I woke up too early- or if I slept too long…
Jeramy invited me to join him with his mother today. I jumped in the shower (And, incredibly, I did not slip) and basically was able to get ready in twenty minutes. That has to be a record for me. We drove the Barnes & Noble after we had lunch at the Stir-fry Cafe, I believe. It was an Oriental and Thai food restaurant. I enjoyed it- I wish my parents liked a variety to the foods they consumed. We are usually limited to Texas Roadhouse, TGI’s, and Ruby Tuesday’s. Dont get me wrong- I love those places, but sometimes… El Jimadors, China Wok, and Olive Garden just hit the spot.
I believe that I could probably blow a thousand dollars easy at a book store. First of all- I love the smell of book stores… Everytime I walk by one at the mall or something- I always have to take a deep breath. Maybe I am just crazy. I didn’t buy anything while we were there. I had no money, but Jeramy bought some programming book… or something, and his mother bought tow novels by one of her favorite authors.
After the book store, his mother decided it would be good to go ahead and get Jeramy clothes for his graduation while we were out. His whole outfit is amazing. And it is a pink dress shirt- I absolutely love it.
Then we went to the mall. And I must say we spent way too much time there for what we had planned to do. Getting two batteries for a watch should not have taken as long as it did. But I loved every mintue I was there. Not only did we get batteries, but Jeramy’s mother purchased him a Seiko watch for his graduation gift (And I picked it out. I am just that good). It looks great on him- I guess we’ll see how fast it takes him to lose it.
Stopped and got crickets on the way back to his house, and then I walked home from his place to actually feed a few of the critters to my lizard. He hasn’t eaten anything in a couple of days. I drove back to J’s house about thirty later, and then we went to Subway- after we made our routine stop at Blockbuster.
Now I am back home thinking how weird it is that my brother’s car isn’t in the driveway. I don’t like the fact that this kid stays out later than I do…

Going to Splash tomorrow for an application and maybe even a job interview. I cannot wait until summer.

Wh

I wasn’t able to find a blank tape for yesterday’s recording. It was kind of depressing, but I think I might purchase a camera this weekend and just go with that.

Yesterday was Annual signing day. I love those days- because we end up doing absolutely nothing in every one of my classes… Except trig, but I have decided that that particular class does not count- for anything. I have very few signatures or autographs in mine. I decided I would look through the yearbook instead of trying to get everyone to sign it. I found that the book wasn’t even near its eighty dollar price- and that I have no friends in my grade anyway…
I hate that we are assigned a certain place for annual signing- and it’s by class. When you get to high school- You are split up from everyone in your grade anyway- But when annual signing comes around- By golly- Go back to your grade!

I have come to find I am the biggest bum on Friday nights. I am so drained by the end of the week- that I don’t even want to do anything except sleep. I am sorry, Jeramy.

One more day left for all seniors… : (

The Ride

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. (Jer. 29:11)

A student’s life can fell like a roller coaster ride, lots of ups and downs. Sometimes you’re upside down in a tunnel, wondering which way is out. If you can hang on, the ride is incredible and is a time you’ll look back on and smile at. Bust some students get stuck on the ride during a power failure. They’re sitting in the tunnel wondering when they’ll get out. Does anyone even know they’re there? When will this ride be over? Life can get kind of dark sometimes. The downs seem to long, and the power is taking forever to come back on. Some students lose their hope in these scary places. Maybe they’ve never heard God’s promise to fill their future with hope. He promises to ride with you, restore power where the is none, and return order when things seem upside down and confusing. He promises that more good is ahead of you. There is everything to live for. Your future is bright and blessed because you belong to him. Stand on His promise and look forward toward the future. Dream great dreams and hope against the odds. You have everything to look forward to.
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Seven Days

I cannot believe the seniors only have two days left. Seven days for me… and one exam day, but I do not count it. I am going to miss them so much. I haven’t really noticed how many senior friends I have until just recently. The weird thing- Everyone thinks I am a senior for some reason (Probably because I hang with them- And my boyfriend). I have had three people in my art class ask me if I was excited about graduation. I answer- “Not really. All of my friends are leaving.”
And they say- “Aw, it’ll be okay. You’ll make new friends in college. And you can always keep in touch. “
Me again- “You mean- Me keep in touch with them when they go away while I am stuck in Seymour…”
They (now confused)- “Youre not going to college?”
…Crazy people.

I told Jamie that I am considering bringing my video camera tomorrow. I have been wanting to do so for a while now, but I have always forgot that night or the following morning. I think I might charge the batteries tonight and try to find a blank tape. I know that I will miss Jamie’s humor the most in third period. Her and Kaitie both. That is why I plan on video taping just one class period. Who knows if I will even be able to hold the camera straight from laughing so hard.

I had a biology and a trig test today. Unfortunately, I don’t think I did very well on the trig one- But the bio test was a non-stress one indeed. We were able to use our notes…

Recently returned from Jeramy’s grandfather’s house. I accompanied Jeramy when he went to help his grandfather move tree limbs he had cut early. It was scorching outside- I thought it was supposed to rain today…

Homework tonight and then sleep. Jeramy is apparently planning on going with Zach and Guy to see Star Wars for the midnight showing. I always knew he would end up not taking me. I would have been a drag.

A Future Hobby

My head hurt most of the day once again. I cannot wait until school ends- Well, atleast for this whole research paper thing to be over with. I am so sick of writing, editing, and editing some more. I wish I was able to write the paper once- and it be near perfect with minor adjustments. Unfortunately, English isn’t one of my best subjects, but I can see Trig is far worse.
I discussed with a friend that I might consider Splash Country again this summer. We have discovered that it is almost impossible to find a job that gives as many hours. This time around, however, I believe I would go with Kodak instead of foods. The plus side of Kodak: bathing suit, walking around (or floating) and taking pictures… How hard can it be? The hours are great and they pay pretty decently. I need the money- and it is sounding good.
After school I went over to Jeramy’s again. Second day in a row of going over to ’swim.’ Basically I sit around the pool smothered in baby oil while he swims. I am a spectator.

Yesterday was a pretty nice day. Watched White Noise, which was pretty creepy, but nothing too nightmare worthy. Before I knew it- I had to leave, unfortunately, for homework… again.
Thank you Yan for the trig homework I missed. I probably wouldn’t be making that D without you. : )

Tonight itself is another night devoted to the homework thing. I think everyone should consider this hobby for his or her own leisure time in the near future (or maybe starting next school year). Keeps you occupied for hours.

Home

I’ve got a little red bow
And I bought it for you
’cause I know you’re not fair
I don’t get it, oh well
And you color my skin
And the colors don’t blend
’cause I’m gonna get you
And your little dog too
There’s a yellow brick road
That we follow back home
’cause I know you can’t wait
Your belligerent hate
There’s no place like home
There’s no place like home
Like home
I’ve, got a southern belle too
And ruby red shoes
And a body of straw
Are you sick of it all?
There’s a man made of tin
With an oil can grin
And I’m gonna get you
And your little dog too
There’s a yellow brick road
That we follow back home
And I know you can’t wait
Your belligerent hate
There’s no place like home
There’s no place like home
There’s a little white porch
And you wanted it so
And you let me go down
To the end of the road
And the black and the white
A technicolorful life
Can I stand by your side?
Like home
We can make it alright
’cause I’m home
There’s a little white porch
And you wanted it so
And you let me go down
To the end of the road
And the black and the white
A technicolorful life
Then another arrived
It’s a cowardly lion
What I want from this world
What I wanna resolve
When I want you to stay
So I want you to wait
I don’t wanna be bold
I don’t wanna be cold
I don’t wanna grow old
I just want to go home

-Breaking Benjamin