School

I've just been given a violent shove into the school year...getting up this morning was no problem. Going to French 6 and talking was great, but I couldn't function the rest of the day, I was so tired. But I love the language..so I really don't want to drop it. Besides, if other people can do it, I can as well.

So, I loved seeing everyone, but I forgot what it was like being in I.B. classes. It's all summed into one word: LOUD. People cannot keep their mouths shut. Especially in history. I really like Mr. Hawley, but I don't think I am going to enjoy that class very much if people can't stop talking. Biology and T.O.K. were both blah. I just wanted to leave during passing period, get into my Corolla, and drive. And keep on driving and driving and driving. Until I reached a spot where I felt like I belonged there. I wish my life weren't scheduled and so restricted.

I went to work today, but not to actually work, just to buy stuff. I think Starbucks will become my new best friend. Also, donuts and ice cream. I love my friends at work. It's so much easier to talk to them about stuff rather than close friends, I don't really understand why that is.

Yeah, I finished my homework..now I'm going to enjoy watching Hamlet and eating ice cream.

I really don't like school. Except for friends.

capturing one moment

capturing one moment.

Only if life could be as sweet as it is now. I wish that I could stay in one moment..that one special moment where everything is right..you're with the right people, the place is perfect, and you just know that when it's done, it will become a great memory.

The past few days have just been remarkably great. I haven't felt so happy in a long while..and now I really don't want summer to end.

On Saturday, I went down to the denver public library to do research on my EE and get lots of books. I felt incredibly happy..I haven't been to that library in almost five years. I seriously almost started dancing on those shiny wood floors. A smile kept creeping up on my face the entire time I was there..then on the way home, I loved passing those shops downtown spelled like "shoppe" and the cute little barbershop stand with half empty chairs waiting for customers.  *sigh*

work that day was even good..I brought extra clothes to change and went to the clubhouse..I had so much fun that night. I love being with the friends that are honestly my family. I loved being able to just lay down on the pool chairs in the dark..since some stranger shut off the pool lights. I loved looking at the beautiful sky, rich with stars. I loved being able to close my eyes and listening to the familiar voices, telling stories and secrets. I loved being able to walk down the road, without a care and probably waking up neighbors in the process, with the people that I have loved since..forever, it seems. I loved being able to run around like children..and act like grown-ups to the younger ones. And I loved being able to enjoy the presence of my elders..they are so proud of me, I just love them all so much. Gosh, how I wished I could live in that moment.

On Sunday, I had my second eight-hour shift..and I didn't complain. My co-workers are absolutely brilliant. I found out that I am in love..with a handsome young man with the name of Jeremy Bloom <3 Maybe I will apply to C.U. haha.

Today I had one of the best times as well. My brother and I arranged a brother/sister outing. We woke up early and he took us first to stop by the IMAX theater, to check out the times and buy the tickets. Then he took us to the denver public library where we read..well, actually, he read, while I ran around outside taking pictures :) But I did manage to sneak in a few pages of 100 years. We stopped by the art museum, only to find that it's closed on mondays..but that did not stop me from taking pictures..haha. Then, we had a wonderful lunch at chipotle. We stopped by the hospital, then went down to the IMAX theatre. We saw: The Mystery of the Nile. Even before the film started, the whole experience just thrilled me. When I walked in, and saw those rows and aisles of seats up to the very top, memories instantly flooded me..of school field trips..where we just had to be sure where every one of our friends were sitting, where we switched seats countless number of times, and where we sat with our mouths open, amazed at what we were seeing. Well, to be honest, I really don't think anyone in that theatre enjoyed that film as much as I did. If you know me really well, you know that the place I have always wanted to go to has been Egypt. The film seriously brought tears to my eyes--even though it wasn't sad--the images, music, just everything was so compelling. I loved every second of it.
please check out the pictures of my beautiful day here:
http://www.createblog.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=95920

I now wonder if I can live a better life without all these restrictions and guidelines. I mean, what if I don't go to school? I think I would learn so much more..I think my life would be far greater than it is now..at least to me. These past few days have really opened my eyes. Hm..

reminiscing//
This summer has been incredible. I've gotten to meet new people and know others much better. Although this summer was off to a bad start for many reasons, it had lots of great moments:
-turning 17
-getting a new house
-getting a job
-hanging out with friends
-basketball, wimbledon
-dance parties
-harry potter
-senior pictures
-wedding
-staying up late
-getting dressed up
-looking at colleges
-going out to breakfast/lunch/dinner
-lemonade and crepes
-dragonboat festival
-heart to heart talks

As incredible as it was, I can't help thinking of how even more incredible last summer was. I know for the people who experienced it with me would agree...I never felt closer to my friends than that summer.

This summer was a growing up and learning experience. I have grown up a lot in these few short months. I have experienced so many things that I feel like I am ready to leave high school now. I don't want to go back. Not yet. I don't care about the work load, because I know that we will get it done..I just want more moments to remember. I don't think that makes any sense, it's all jumbled in my mind. I just want to thank you guys for making great memories for me.

now..here are pictures from having crepes and lemonade:

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