How to be successful in High School (also applies to life after high school!)

The tips and advice from a senior in high school. Class of 2011, oh yeah!

-Use your planner - usually the school will provide you with a planner. If not, just go to Walmart or a dollar store. Buy one that views both the months and the days of the week. Write down your homework assignments and important dates. When a teacher announces an assignment, quickly jot down the assignment and the due date in your planner.

-Do not take naps after school everyday - I am very guilty of this pleasure since junior high school. Everyday after school, I would go home, eat some food while watching some TV, lay on the couch, and take a 2-hour nap. I would wake up feeling a big groggy, but soon I would feel awake and refreshed. The consequence of this was that I wasn't able to fall asleep again until past midnight. This left me with only 5 hours of real sleep. I was extremely sleep deprived and I fell asleep in almost every single one of my classes. This year, I've stopped taking naps and I am awake in all of my classes (except for one because the lights are always turned off in this class, which turns off my reticular formation). The reason I am awake and alert more is because I am extremely tired by 11 o'clock. I sleep very, very well now. I just lay in my bed and I'm out until my alarm wakes me up, so I truly get a real long sleep and I feel alive when I wake up. Plus, I devote those 2 extra hours in my day towards homework, so that I can get to bed even earlier than when I had spent those hours wasting energy taking naps. Don't take naps!

-Do not have a boyfriend or girlfriend in high school - Isn't it boring going with the same boy or girl to Prom, Homecoming, Sadies, and Sweethearts? Bleh. Come on, it's a lot more fun experimenting with different guys or girls on these dance dates. Well anyways, it's true a boyfriend or girlfriend in high school may jeopardize your success rate in high school. Why? They are too distracting! Hours and hours are spent with each other. Several times you've been tardy because you couldn't stop making out with your sexmate. Even more hours that should have been spent for homework were spent to do some sexting, Facebook instant messaging, or moaning to the cellphone. Gross. High school is a time to discover yourself. If you don't even know what the heck you are or where you belong, then how the heck do you know what you want in a partner? Frontal lobe doesn't fully develop until your early 20s, let's not regret anything and just wait until college. We've got to finish our self discovery and begin to love and accept ourselves before we start truly loving someone else.

-Smile - The biggest tip of all because it makes the biggest difference. Instead of frowning and getting angry when your alarm clock rings, simply smile and embrace the opportunities of a new day. Smile when you go to check your grades. Smile before a game (or in my case: race). Smile at teachers and students and you'll notice that they will treat you very differently. Smile. Smile. Smile. This leads to having more confidence and people asking you out on dates and dances. You'll be a teacher's pet. You'll get away with anything and will have unlimited help towards your desired grade. All you've got to do is smile. When you smile, it opens a lot of doors for you. You'll be different because you'll speak up more, answer and ask more question, and have the confidence to go up to your crush. People will love you more and this will expand your social network so you'll get far in life.

-Join sports, clubs, and volunteer. Also, get as many leadership positions as you can. - It's really important to get involved in your school and your community. You develop social and leadership skills that you'll need to be successful not only in high school, but also in college and in the future. There's an extracurricular activity for everyone. There's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) that will help with public speaking, business skills, and problem-solving. People who love to run or throw things, but do not like the pressure of a team sport can join Track and Field and/or Cross Country. In individual sports it's all about becoming a better athlete and a better person by pushing yourself to beat the time instead of beating a team or another athlete. Clubs and volunteering allows you to meet new people and experience different things. It's a great way to expand your world and have different outlooks on life. It's also good to start helping others at a young age because that good karma will have many benefits in the future. Plus, it just makes you feel good. That nice warm feeling in your heart is not because of high cholesterol, it's love.

Other valuable tips that I am too lazy right now to give a 200 word description of:

-Never brag. Never criticize. And never get into arguments with others (unless you're in debate or something)

-Be more laid back. Stop being such a perfectionist and stop taking things so seriously. Just sit back and enjoy the ride. Have fun.

-Do not go to bed until assignments that are due tomorrow are done, so you can sleep and wake up peacefully. You won't have to worry about having to study or work on an assignment quickly in the morning. Even if the assignment will take hours, it's better to take advantage of your teenage mind being more alert at night to do your assignment 'til 2 in the morning instead of sleeping at 11 and having to wake up and still be tired at 4 in the morning to work on it.

-Do yoga, stretch, and do some breathing exercises before you go to bed everyday - This will do wonders on your skin, body, mind, and soul! Stop going to bed having built up so much stress and tension in your skin and body. Release it through stretching and breathing and you'll wake up a whole new person!

-Always try your best to look good - Buy trendy clothes. Wear some makeup. Work out! Put on some moisturizer for goodness sake! People love being around people that look good. Just a little effort to look your best will really pay off. Looks really do matter especially in the high school environment where first impressions are everything. Who cares if you're extremely kind or if you're amazing at the guitar. Looks are everything and people will treat you differently just because of the way you look. I know... it's harsh, but get over it - it's high school.

-Work hard and don't give up - cliché, but you don't realize how hard it is for people to actually do this. What lazy slobs and pansies.

-Don't blame others or circumstances for your problems - Excuses will not get you anywhere. For example: Don't you just feel like an idiot when you lie about why you were tardy? You blame your parents or the alarm clock for not waking you up. Does the teacher even look like he or she cares? Does the teacher wipe your tears and excuses you from the assignment you missed? Heck no. In reality, they don't give a honkers. They've heard these lame excuses for years. Some interesting and some just plain unimaginative. Stop blaming others and circumstances for your mistakes. Instead just own up that it's because of you and only you that you're in this mess. It's better to tell the truth and say that you forgot to set the alarm clock so you missed the bus and your parents couldn't drive you to school. Simply apologize and say it won't happen again, and ask how you'll make up the assignment. Your teacher will know that you're speaking the truth and probably will not punish you. Teachers love honest students who don't try to save their own face by blaming others.

-Go discover yourself and find the place where you belong! That's what high school is all about. Don't lose sight of this purpose. Once you've done this magnificent self-discovery, then all the universe's possibilities opens before you.

Only one thing you need to learn for people to love you.

"Yeah I know. I went through that phase too! Oh my goodness, no kidding, that happened to me as well.. I fell in love with him too. I won that award. I totally did that. Ohh gee, I totally rocked that test. I.. I... I... I... I...."


STOP IT ALREADY! Who cares about you! You sound so conceited.

One thing that is essential for people to love you is that one has got to stop talking about him or herself!

People love talking about themselves and that is why... if you want people to love you then you better let that person talk about him or herself! While that person is having a grand time talking, you'd better close them lips and listen and not interrupt with your I!!! Simply ask questions and seem very excited to listen to what that person has got to say. It's easy as that. You'll have 1000+ friends on Facebook plus a hot date if you've got this down.

No more I. It's all about friends, family, and you, beautiful eyes.

Some favorite websites.

Google Docs - A place for all of my homework assignments, essays, and projects. It's a nice safe place for word documents, spreadsheets, PowerPoints, etc., and as long as you've got the internet, you've got your work, but don't forget to back-it up by saving it on the computer (that's my word of advice to you).

Playlist - A nice source of all the good and bad music in the world.

Penzu Online Journal - A private and safe place to type out your world. Say good bye to them spiral notebooks for writing down your thoughts because here comes the technological age and generation. An Anne Frank Journal of today means printing out blog posts and online journal entries.

Lookbook - This is the website where you'll know what's in and out in the fashion world.

Lulu's - Cheap place to shop after you've been practicing fashion through Lookbook.nu. The shop to find the casual, the formal, and the hot.

Personal Development for Smart People - Steve Pavlina - You're meant to be happy and live life. By reading this blog, you can find the confidence and lessons to live your destiny.

Ohh gee.

Why do I have so many blogs?

I guess I am just changing so much that the blogs have to keep up with my ever-changing life.

I guess I'll have to say goodbye to Kyy Philosophy like I had done with Dowdy Gabber.

Bye Dowdy Gabber.
Bye Kyy Philosophy.

I no longer talk gibberish and I no longer philosophize on things.

Dowdy Gabber and Kyy Philosophy- two blogs that I hid myself behind. I never expressed my true self, so that is why it was so difficult to write for those two blogs.

It's time to start anew already. It's time for Write, Run, Action!

Dowdy Gabber was the immature 16 year old who just started high school.
Kyy Philosophy was the 17 year old who was confused and felt all alone.
Write, Run, and Action! is the mature, confident, successful adult known as Kathy.

Kyy's Philosophy?

Write,
Run,
Action!
YOU DOODLERS!

Homecoming dress.

I just bought my homecoming dress.
Well, I am not exactly sure yet if it'll be my homecoming dress because homecoming is not until another month and I'm still not sure if I'll be asked.
I bought it at Burlington Coat Factory and I am such a lucky gal. The dresses were brand new because the staff had just barely put it on the racks.
I was drawn to it. It is quite a beautiful dress and it completely represents me. It is a strapless dress, but I was able to get a small and so it's quite tight.

Take advantage of the "outlet" stores near you.
There is Ross, TjMaxx, Burlington Coat Factory, Marshall's, etc. etc. You can find a dress there for very, very cheap. And most of the time, you don't have to worry if other students are going to wear the same dress because they are kind of "vintage" when they hit those stores.

Plus, don't spend so much on shoes and accessories when you can take advantage of those stores above and also the array of thrift stores available. Shoes for $4 and clutches for $2 - they are all amazing and unique finds. Just keep on searching and you'll find the buried treasure! You've got a fashion detector ingrained in your system, so take advantage of it!

Want to change your life?

I was suffering from the common teenage depression when I was 13 years old. It was definitely intensified when I moved to a new city and began Junior High School. New friends, new environment, and I had little to no confidence.

But in 8th grade, things started to really change. I changed my habits and I developed a greater sense of control and purpose.

I'd like to thank my 8th grade English teacher Ms. Parsons for teaching the class about the Secret. You were right; you said you were one of the firsts to find it out and that in the future it would be a big thing. Thanks for giving the class and I a head start in life with lessons on the Law of Attraction.

Thank you Steve Pavlina for sharing your lovely life lessons. I stumbled upon your blog and I read some of your posts and it truly got me out of my depression. I took a lot out of your 30-day challenge. It has definitely changed me and made me a better person. So, thank you for the inspiration and the wisdom.

Read The Secret or the upcoming book Power by Rhonda Byrne.
Plus, check out Steve Pavlina's blog. Steve Pavlina There are truly inspirational and life-changing stuff packed up in one blog.

Blogs

It all began with Dowdy Gabber. Then, there was Kyy Philosophy. And poof, comes the new blog known as Write, Run, Action!

No more masks.
No more secrets.
No reservations.

I am tired of holding back my personal feelings and experiences.
I am tired of pretending to be someone I am not.
I am tired of trying to please everybody except me.
I am tired of waiting for the perfect man to come into my life.
I am tired of waiting for that big break.
I am tired of waiting for my life to start.
I am tired of feeling like the outcast, follower, and loner.
I am tired of being confused and lost.
I am tired of feeling self-conscious and constantly degrading myself.
I am tired about the fact that I hardly smile.
I am tired of hiding behind so much makeup.
I am tired of not being able to make a difference in the world or making a big impact in the lives of people I come by.
I am tired of it all.

I've been always waiting, wishing, and hoping that all of a sudden things would turn 180 degrees for me.
That my braces will come off and I can gain that confidence again.
That my face will immediately clear up and I no longer have to hide behind so much makeup.
That I will get that cool car that everyone wants.
That I will establish an amazing talent that everyone knows me for.
That I will instantly be rich and famous.
That I will all of a sudden gain amazingly cool friends that will not only always be there for me and always have fun, but will open doors for me.

I thought being patient is the only way to win the game of life.
But heck, waiting doesn't get you anywhere. Sometimes, you've got to do something about it.

Now,
I share my personal feelings and experiences.
I just simply be myself.
I focus on my needs and wants first and then, I care about the needs and wants of others.
I go out and find the perfect man to not only sweep me off my feet, but to also be my lover and best friend.
I say yes and go for those opportunities that will give me my big break.
My life has just started.
I am a leader, a friend, and a role model.
I know my place in the world and I know what I want to do and what I want to be.
I am confident.
I always smile.
I accept my unique looks and will show it all off without any hesitation or remorse.
I make a huge difference in the world and I make a big impact in the lives of people I come by.
I look forward to it all. To a new adventure and journey.

Waiting doesn't always get you where you want to be. You can't just stand there and expect to magically end up in Hollywood. You've got to take that first step. It might be a little step, but it's a step towards your goal nevertheless and that is all that matters. As long as you're doing something to get to your destination, your dream, or your goal, you'll end up where you belong.

It's a new blog for the new mature, careerist, sophisticated, confident, intelligent, and nice... me.

New Blog- new me.

Great online websites/stores for dress shopping

Whether it be Homecoming, Prom, Sadie's, or the Winter Dance, these are some of the cheap places to purchase dresses online (or sometimes in store) for very cheap. Mostly under $100, I believe these places sell the best dresses.

French Connection
Arden B.
Kohl's
Forever 21
Dillard's
Sears
Newport News
Lulu*s
Nasty Gal
ModCloth
Windsor
Topshop
Asos


Don't forget to also check out Ross, Marshall's, TJmaxx, Burlington Coat Factory, etc. etc.!

School.

Summer school is over.
Wrap it all up and prepare.
When I walk down the halls
There'll be memories to share.

Dancing in the commons
In the caf, there will be singing.
Study, texts, and lots of laughs
Before the bell starts ringing.

Ring, ring, ring, school begins
All go separate paths
To the place where we will learn
History, English, and math.

We all sit at our desks
The teacher simply says hi.
We ask what will we learn?
Lessons about love and life.

We go about our days
Wondering of love and life.
All that we have to do
is look at everyday strife.

Learn from all the mistakes
Then you can learn, grow, and know.
Nothing can bring you down;
Success you'll want to show.

Cause life has no limits
No bias of any kind
Just learn of love and life
and eventually you'll shine.

Things to do before I go back to school.

2 more weeks.
Oh how the summer flew by.
I can finally get an amazing 2-week break from an exhausting, yet very memorable summer school experience.
2-weeks to prepare for what will be my last year in high school.
I am now a senior. Oh, how putting senior and I in the same sentence makes me feel entirely old.
People go on saying I look older than my age and that I act much older than I really am, now maybe oldness is really actually catching on to me...
Nonsense. Nonsense. It doesn't matter how people view me. I know perfectly well that I am still a teenager (17 years old to be precise) and I've still got a lot to learn and a heck of a lot more growing up to do.

Let's face it. I really am kind of stepping into the whole stereotypical adult world.
I am reading books on finances!
I am working on improving my social skills!
I am working on my career!
I am thinking about the type of men I want to marry!
Ohh dear.
I really am growing up...
But it's a little to early to be saying goodbye to my fun childhood and my fun teenage years. My senior year will definitely need all the fun that it can get. Fun. Fun. Write it again, missy. Fun.

Indeed.
I've been reading on saving, investing, and money and more money. I love Rich Dad's philosophy; I am not a fan of Poor Dad's mindset. I've got like $200 in cash. I feel so rich.

This summer has led me to realize that I am socially awkward. I don't know how to make eye contact, I'm not much of a public speaker, and I can barely hold up my end of a conversation. I am clearly working on it right now. I am rewiring my brain. The part of my brain that controls writing has been a little overworked these past years and I've been completely ignoring the part of my brain in charge of speech. And now that part of my brain is stagnant and needs to seriously work out and get back in shape.
I am working on pronunciation.
I am working on answering questions more clearly and quickly.
I am working on my public speaking skills (summer school has helped with this. 4 presentations among 2 classes).
I am working on being more open and direct through body language.
I am definitely working on my confidence.

Film Studies is currently my pick for my college major. This is the first time I've been so sure that film is something where I want to be. So, this is definitely something. I am still not sure what minor I'll have or whether or not I'll have a double major. I am just working my best to try and see if film production is for me by editing films, reading on screenwriting, and trying to make film a bigger part of my life.

I went to a cellphone store on Thursday and I saw the type of boy (or shall I say man) that I want to marry. And seriously, marriage is normally never on a teenager's mind - especially mine. So, this came to me as a shocker. Am I already thinking about marriage?? I still haven't been kissed and I am already thinking about the man I want to spend the rest of my life with? I know that it's completely ludicrous.

That just proves and concludes that.... I am indeed growing up.

It's that time of your life where you want to say... where the heck did my childhood go? I somehow have misplaced it or lost it. Can you help me find it?

100/100 for my first video

I got 100% credit for the video I did for my project.
The video I made was pretty much entirely all me. The only stuff that did not come out of my head were the facts on vitamins.

Put that off to the side and I made a video out of scratch. I'm entirely new to the whole video editing thing. I used Windows Movie Maker and it did take me awhile to get a hang of it, but I eventually conquered it all. It was a lovely one-woman show; video just starring all me. I am quite the actress, but I am not going into the film business to be an actress. Instead, I am learning the art of film to be a screenwriter and a producer.

Step by step and closer and closer I get to my dream. Every video and every hour I put into the craft is allowing me to refine my talent. It's amazing to finally know what I am passionate about. However, I'm going to have to see what happens as time passes by and my life continues to change. If I am still passionate about film and about writing and producing by the time I graduate from high school, then I know that film production is for me. Then, I'll know that I can make a living out of it and that I can consistently entertain people for the rest of my life.

The Summer 2010 Journey is still not over.

A little philosophy for you.

As I sit here at the Community College’s library, I ask myself this simple question: Did I get the most out of Summer 2010?

Aside from sleeping, eating, watching T.V. and surfing the web most of the time, I’d say I took quite a lot out of my summer.

Yes. I do regret not reading or studying more. But hey, it’s summer, so give me a break.

I’ve changed quite a lot these past weeks. Both inside and out. I look more mature, elegant, confident, and graceful. I’ve grown up by quickly stepping towards what will not be end of my childhood or teen years, but towards something rewarding- adulthood.

I’ve spent 4 days every week here on the Community College’s campus. On some days, I spend up to 8 hours in what has now become my summer getaway. The people I’ve met and the many experiences have made this summer break definitely one to remember.

I may not have read or studied as much as I should have, but I have learned lessons that are not taught in books.

I’ve learned the true meaning of diversity. There is such a place where different thoughts and ideas can all coincide together. Where one young student can sit alone at the library computer with several other students around and not make eye contact or utter a word, yet she can still feel apart of something much larger; she is simply connected by all the the energy, motivation, and experiences of others.

Though my future my seem like a fog, I can see the place where I belong and it is as clear as daylight. I have found the enjoyment of every single moment. I only look at the good and give gratitude for what works. I don’t linger what hasn’t worked or what is wrong, but what really makes the moment shine. Every past experience has made this present moment possible. The future is already written and constructed, and I’ll sit back and enjoy the ride.

Being a pro skateboarder has been a lifelong dream. I continue to dream it even though I can’t even do a simple Ollie. I’ll never let this dream die because it remains a part of me. It says something about my personality that nobody else in the world knows a clue about. I keep on trying to achieve this dream every summer. My reason for doing so? You’ve got to find something your body is unable to do, and make your body do it and even better. Practicing skateboarding has helped with other important aspects of my life which include running and perseverance.

Summer break is a journey. These past weeks, I’ve become a pro skateboarder, best friends with all the stars, and most importantly of all... I’ve become a screenwriter.

No longer working on an action movie.

I was actually starting on the action movie, but then I watched the Island.
And my movie's plot was very similar to the one in the Island directed by Michael Bay. But my story had nothing to do with clones, but rather an idea.
And guess what? I actually saw Ewan McGregor as my main man in my movie as well.
And then people would chase after him trying to prevent him from getting the secret out.
Wow. And guess what I also found out? The Island's script was believed to be a copy of some other person's screenplay called The Experiment.

Well, this was quite the eye opener. I've got to make sure my screenplays don't seem like they are copying somebody else's, even though I didn't even know I was subconsciously doing so!

So I'm giving that screenplay a break for awhile and I am starting on a very prized screenplay about a young teenage boy trying to find his place in the world. Typical, typical, but amazing.

Summer 2010, so far.

Halfway through Summ. 2010
Running and studying
Finding my place in the world
Seeking that summer fling.

Only to find a cute boy.
No clue as to his name.
His age or what he likes.
It is somewhat a shame.

He sends a sly look my way.
Shocked, my eyes turn away.
Not sure as to what to do.
Can only muster a hey.

A highlight of the summer.
But there is so much more.
Compliments from older men
Just add to the galore.

Rollerblading and swimming
Just a few more new skills.
Triumphing over all fears
My life has much more thrills.

Simply writing and learning
For the future and school
What will I do with my life
Screen writing, all out rules

Becoming independent
Where on earth will I go?
High school and college, I know.
Where can I grow and glow?

This is summer 2010.
Crushing on the gym boy.
Learning lovely life lessons.
A lot more to enjoy.

If I were to write a missed a connection on Craigslist...

I guess I have a very small chance of being someone's missed connection, but a boy that I see almost everyday is my missed connection. So here's my missed connection on Craigslist (if I were to ever write one, which might never happen)-

Jul 10 - LAC boy - w4m - Somewhere in Utah

You say the most seductive hellos. You are truly amazing. You're extremely hot and confident. Would like to get to know you more. We make eye contact sometimes, but I just have a sudden reflex to look away. I, honestly, do not know why I do it. I suppose it's because you make me nervous and make my heart beat quickly. Perhaps we are meant to be together? Shall we find out? This crush may only last for just another month because when the semester is over, I might not get another chance to see you again. If anything is to happen, it has got to happen soon. Glasses, hat, and basketball in hand. Do I have to say more?

Maybe I should actually post this on Craigslist?
I might just do that.

the Screenwriter

I am currently working on my very first screenplay.
It's an action movie. :D

Here's some food for thought:

We try to make life as simple as possible.
We're afraid of a future of tears and regrets.
We're fearful that our choices today impact our tomorrow.

The ones that take the challenge without looking back are the ones that conquer all.

Summer 2010 Goals!

Summer 2010 Goals!

-Learn how to swim

-Learn how to rollerblade

-Learn how to skateboard

Times to beat:

-Cross Country: 3mile- 18:33.3

-Track and Field:
--100 M Dash - 12.76
--200 M Dash - 26.10
--400 M Dash - 59.35
--800 M Dash - 2:20.69
--1600 M Run - 5:15.38
--3200 M Run - 11:32.24
--100 M Hurdles - 15.89
--300 M Hurdles - 46.35
--Long Jump - 16'3"

-Practice dance techniques and have better form

-Learn how to play the guitar

-Apply for scholarships

-Apply for college

-Write more often in my blog

-Declare a major

-Read books

-Write scripts and novels

-Create videos

-Learn how to cook

-Do community service projects

Benjamin Franklin's thirteen virtues for moral perfection

The Summer Break 2010 quest towards moral perfection. Is it possible to be morally perfect? Well, just try it out and find out the answer for yourself.


1. TEMPERANCE. Eat not to dullness; drink not to elevation.
2. SILENCE. Speak not but what may benefit others or yourself; avoid trifling conversation.
3. ORDER. Let all your things have their places; let each part of your business have its time.
4. RESOLUTION. Resolve to perform what you ought; perform without fail what you resolve.
5. FRUGALITY. Make no expense but to do good to others or yourself; i.e., waste nothing.
6. INDUSTRY. Lose no time; be always employ'd in something useful; cut off all unnecessary actions.
7. SINCERITY. Use no hurtful deceit; think innocently and justly, and, if you speak, speak accordingly.
8. JUSTICE. Wrong none by doing injuries, or omitting the benefits that are your duty.
9. MODERATION. Avoid extreams; forbear resenting injuries so much as you think they deserve.
10. CLEANLINESS. Tolerate no uncleanliness in body, cloaths, or habitation.
11. TRANQUILLITY. Be not disturbed at trifles, or at accidents common or unavoidable.
12. CHASTITY. Rarely use venery but for health or offspring, never to dulness, weakness, or the injury of your own or another's peace or reputation.
13. HUMILITY. Imitate Jesus and Socrates.


These are Benjamin Franklin's 13 virtues for Moral Perfection. It is summer break, thus I advise you all to work on becoming morally perfect. I think it's best that you only focus on one virtue at a time and then add on to it. For example, you work on temperance for a week. For that week you would focus on moderating your food intake. Eat enough food that you know that you are full; do not overindulge and do not eat until you've got a food baby. Just eat enough food that it satisfies your hunger. Also, if you're a drinker, don't drink 'til you're drunk. I think it's best that you just stop drinking completely. It's summer break, so it's time to make some major modifications to your behavior!

After you've got temperance down, then you can add the virtue of silence. Thus, the second week, you would have to make sure that you work on both temperance and silence. At this point, temperance should be really easy, so you won't have to think about it as much. This week, though, you've got to work on silence. If you're a talker, then it'll be difficult; if you're timid, this might just be your virtue.
Silence, overall, is that you avoid superficial talk. Americans are famous for their superficial conversations. "Don't you just love the weather? I love the teacher's accent and your t-shirt." It's just conversations that really have no point except to break the silence. We do this all the time with people we don't like very much or don't know very well. Go past these superficial conversations and delve deeper into more personal areas. If there is no possibility of any personal conversations with this person, then don't say anything at all. Silence is better than superficiality.

So do you get my point? Of course, this is just one way to achieve moral perfection. You can think of your own way of achieving all thirteen virtues. Perhaps, you think it's better to just work on all thirteen at once over the summer break. Perhaps, you prefer that you attempt the easier virtues and wait until you're stronger to attempt the more harder ones. Perhaps, you would like to evaluate yourself before trying to become morally perfect; you record how many times you break a virtue over a course of a week. You can do whatever you want. You are free to try to become morally perfect or not. Benjamin Franklin attempted to become morally perfect and he realized that it might actually be impossible. Everybody should have a chance to find out for him or herself if they can achieve moral perfection.

Here's just a little summary of the other virtues:

Order: Organization. Are all your office supplies in the place where they belong? You can't work in an area that is disorganized because then your life is disorganized. Your time must be organized as well. Don't do things spontaneously. Have order in your life by planning and following suit. Both an organized environment and life is what you're trying to achieve.

Resolution: Did you set any goals for today? If you did, then you'd better go through with it. Ddi you have any New Year's Resolutions? If yes, you better get working on them! You planned to achieve those goals and that is exactly what you'll do!

Frugality: It speaks for itself. It's all about altruism. Whatever that you're doing better benefit others or yourself. Don't behave in a way that it hurts yourself or others.

Industry: No more Facebook or listening to music if it's just to pass the time. Be productive in everything you do! Do not waste precious time; get rid of all the distractions that prevent you from doing so.

Sincerity: Always speak the truth. You might end up getting slapped by your girlfriend for telling her that she looks hideous in that dress, but it's the truth. Telling her the truth, making her mad, and forcing her to change clothes is much better than lying and having to go to the party with this beast.

Justice: Do what is your duty. If you said that you would take out the trash, do it! If it's your responsibility to clean the dog, then freaking clean the dog already! It's your job-your responsibility.

Moderation: Overall, moderation in everything that you do. Do not overindulge. Moderation of sleep, exercise, baseball, Edward Norton, or whatever you do. Don't go overboard with all behaviors.

Cleanliness: Speaks for itself. Go out and clean your body, clothes, and house! Your thinking will be more clear!

Tranquility: Stop looking at the past. If you made a major mistake, don't think about it again. "Keep Moving Forward." (loving motto of Meet the Robinsons) Don't regret anything. It was meant to happen for a reason, so just look forward to the future.

Chastity: Have sex only for reproduction. Who the heck does this nowadays? Benjamin Franklin didn't achieve moral perfection because of this. So, he really shouldn't have put it as a requirement for moral perfection!

Humility: Be prideful, but not too much! A good example of this is that you tell your colleagues that you spend only 10 minutes on a presentation (but the truth is that you stayed up all night working on it) so the presentation is really good and your colleagues think you're absolutely amazing to have done so in just 10 minutes. Be prideful of your hard work, but don't make it seem like you're an absolute genius of something.

Philosophy on Craigslist's Missed Connections

Let's face it.
I am addicted with reading Missed Connections on Craigslists.

I love romance, okay?? The thing about the Missed Connections is that it's all about love at first sight. These people share one moment together. Whether that moment was through eye contact or simply one smile, one comment, one action, one touch, it was powerful enough to make one of the person believe that there was a strong connection. That moment, however, was not long enough for the two to really get to know each other. Perhaps, there was no time to share names or numbers. Perhaps, he or she was too shy to confront this beautiful being. Whatever the case, one of them wants to reunite with the person that they immediately fell in love with.

However, we've got to get past all of this lovey-dovey stuff and look at reality. These people are likely to never see each other again (Luckily, they might be able to and I hope this happens). The person who wrote the missed connection regrets not asking their crush's phone number or ask him or her out. Poor thing. Yet, one might just get a second chance to finding their love and the answer is to post a Missed Connection on Craigslist. Let's just say it's like posting a Missing Person ad.. Well.. at least they are trying! And, it gives me something to read and enjoy. Some Missed Connection posts are truly romantic, inspiring, hilarious, and out-right crazy. I have yet to see a true romance movie come out of the Missed Connections on Craigslist. I truly hope these men and women find the person they are looking for. Let's just hope that they don't let that "damsel walking down campus" or "muscle hunk of Best Buy" slip away from them a second time.

I suppose it's every girls' dream to have a guy post a missed connection about them on Craigslist. I know I want to be someone's Missed Connection!


Wouldn't it be such a wonderful feeling to know that someone out there in the world fell in love with you the very moment they laid eyes on you or first talked to you? That person is out there regretting not getting to know you more. That person is currently kicking him or herself because they didn't tell you their true feelings. That person thinks you're gone-out of his or her life. This person wants you, loves you, needs you and will do anything to find you - even if that means posting a Missed Connection on Craigslist.

Speechless.

It is the second week of my Summer break and I am completely speechless. I haven't written in this blog in a while. I took an excerpt from my essay and I copied it into my previous post. I just don't know what to write. I continue to try and fill in the empty spaces with nonsense. I am sure you are tired of hearing me talk about my life. You don't want to listen to it any longer. You are here for philosophy. Thus, philosophy you'll get.

The summary of my junior year in high school 2009-2010

School. The word that causes even the strongest students to cry. Students dread having to wake up early in the mornings only to be bombarded by tests and assignments. Students are afraid of having to sit next to the noisy or stinky students. This is all what students really think about. Students don't take advantage of school; therefore, they take very little out of it. They don't encode the true meanings behind what their teachers are talking about. They don't understand the true purpose of their teacher's lessons. The students don't think on their own, create their own answers, art, and theories. Students don't answer "why?" They don't notice that their life is filled with life lessons. They go into the world both lost and afraid. I am constantly asked with this one question, "what do I want to do with my life?" Right now, I am not sure of the answer. I seem to be lost like every other student, but I've got one more year in my high school education to restart, to reborn, to begin my education anew with a new way of thinking. A new way to see the world and the lessons given to me. Away from limits, to flourish as an independent thinker in a society that prevents it.

Track and Field.

Wow. I absolutely love Track and Field. With my hair up, shorts hiked up high, and breathing deeply and hard, I can now see why the guys on the track team are all over me. I just feel so confident both on the track and off of it. I flirt with all the attractive guys and I don't really ever hold back. And I am definitely improving! I am catching up with the other track and field veterans. I absolutely love it! This is definitely my sport!

The numero uno reason I joined Track and Field was to get a guy to ask me to Prom - and it happened! Plus, many other guys have noticed me and have asked me out on several occasions.

The endorphins are definitely on high drive in my body because I am super happy from all the running I've been doing lately!

I love track and field!

The moment I was waiting for..

Prom, may I say... was okay. It was really fun and all, but it wasn't necessarily the "wow" factor. And I really don't like my date all that much anymore. I guess that's just Prom for ya. I went to my high school Prom, hooray. I can't wait until Senior Prom now :D I am going to buy my dress long before Prom next time. It was way too stressful this year.

PROM!

I am going to Prom with theee most amazing guy ever!

Junior Prom, here I come!

March 16th 2010

I got asked to Prom by the most perfect boy. He's on the track team and now I have a crush on him.

The fastest runner on the track team asked me out on a date.


I love track.

Life's a big script.

I remember the time when I was really into acting that I told myself acting was best for me because I liked to memorize lines out of a script, have a director block out all my actions for me, and rehearse it over and over again until perfection.

Guess what? Maybe that moment in time was foreseeing my future. I think my future may involve the show biz. Not as an actress, but rather a writer! I get to write scripts and help the director develop the movie.

I absolutely enjoy writing scripts and I've written so many amazing plays; it's crazy! The scripts are usually for school projects and I am always the one writing the script! And the script is the most important element. My scripts have really gotten my classmates and I through a lot of school projects and they've always been funny and enjoyable!

I like to work behind the scenes and let my imagination flow. I am going to see how this goes. I shall start developing some scripts now!

Life on fast-forward.

Fast-forward button pushed?
Might accidentally.
Why is life going so fast?
Can't seem to enjoy, sadly.

Does something seem different?
Was that like that before?
Why does it seem as if
I'm missing something more.

Time is going way too fast.
I don't feel like aging.
The clock has changed, but not I.
Why am I not changing?

Along with the world I just
Can't stay with the pace.
I might be getting lost;
Last in this vital race.

I am running all alone.
Everybody gone.
Nightmare or reality?
Wake up and all is done.

I just realized how fast my life has been going. I seems as if I have pushed the fast-forward button and I am just watching my life; I am not living it.

I am just trying to get through the hassles of life; I am not enjoying the hassles of life! I really should be enjoying every aspect of my life. I should be living in the present moment. My mind is usually occupied with what has happened in the past or the aspirations for a brighter future.

My mind needs to be focused on the present moment - what is happening now! That's why time is going so fast for me, I am more focused on the past and future that I am missing every precious moment happening right now! That's the reason it seems as if I am missing so much in my life - I just don't stop and notice it all.

Seriously? It's almost Spring. It just seems like we just skipped Winter; there was hardly any snow this year!

And... it's already Prom and Senior Registration? Whoa there! Slow down now!

Now I am a believer that planet Earth now has shorter days. Am I still going to look really young even though 100 years have passed? That, I can accept. ;)


I need to wake up!

Time's a flying. No time to be oblivious to what is happening now.

I need to live consciously in the present moment!

Everything happens for a reason.

If I went to....

1. East - I would be a Gangster.

2. West - I would be a stuck-up popular cheerleader.

3. G. - I would be an Actress.


I am so glad I am at T.

I got a little bit of everything in my personality.

T. is where I belong and it's the very reason I am who I am!

Hello Track and Field RAP!

Track and Field, you are my love,
Let's boogie on the track.
Get a glimpse of my fast feet;
Check out my jingly rack.

Up and down and round and round,
In circles we shall go.
Look at me run you guys,
Even in rain and snow.

Friends at the fence are cheering.
Hurdles and sprinting fun;
I am super hot and pumped;
Can't wait to hear the gun.


Hello Track and Field!

Hello!
100-meter Hurdles!
300-meter Hurdles!
High Jump?!

Note: I don't really have a jingly rack. My boobs aren't that big. I thought I'd let you know ;)

Reasons I joined Track and Field:

1. To get a guy to notice and like me and to ask me to Prom.

2. To show everyone that I can be both smart and athletic.

3. In the future, I can tell my kids that I did a sport in High School.

4. To get some High School sport awards.

5. College application!

6. Extracurriculars - I need to do a sport.

7. Track and Field and Cross Country are the only High School sports I can do.

8. I absolutely love running.

9. The boy that I had a crush on did track last year; I thought that if he saw me do Track and Field this year, he'd fall in love with me. But he wasn't eligible this year, bummer.

10. More excitement in my life!

Prom Poem

Prom is the time of your life.
The most perfect excuse
To dress up and wear makeup.
Search for the dress and shoes.

Waiting for my Prince Charming.
Sweep me of my feet please.
Why don't you ask me to dance?
My thoughts for you won't cease.

Don't judge me by my looks only.
Please don't be like most guys.
There really is more to me,
It's just hidden inside.

Just ask me to dance with you.
Soon I will shed the mask.
You will see what is beneath.
Find the real me? Just ask.

Apparently, my blog has turned into a fiesta, all dedicated to the one and only, Prom.

Prom, Prom, Prom - I got to stop thinking about you.

I find it quite hilarious that the five posts I have written this month have all been related to Prom. March = Prom! Ah. Why is Prom so soon? March 27th! I need to get out of this cycle!

Guys, I know that all my articles on Prom are just absolutely creepy, but it says a lot about girls' views on Prom. It's really important to girls! We think about it a lot! And it's pretty much all we talk about this time of year. And when we are waiting to get asked while time is running out, well, we kind of get desperate (as you can see!). So save a ton of money, suck it up, and ask a girl (preferably me!) already.

10 things to do when you're waiting for a guy to ask you to Prom - and time is running out

1. Scream.

2. Ask all your girl friends if they've been asked yet and scream along with them.

3. Spend the whole afternoon looking at Prom dresses.

4. Talk to a guy you would like to go to Prom with and in your head keep on repeating these words, "Ask me to Prom! Ask me to Prom! Oh. Please ask me to Prom!"

5. Talk to some senior guys and subtlety bring up the subject of Prom. Then, comment about it saying that they HAVE to go to Prom because it's their last year in high school. Then, finally, mention that you haven't been asked yet and would like to go. Act a little desperate because if you've influenced the senior boys enough, they will be too.

6. Dress all pretty and look absolutely amazingly gorgeous the weeks preceding the dance.

7. Flirt.

8. Meet some new boys because obviously the boys you already know are being ...s

9. Meditate for a few minutes or hours and only focus on these few things as if it's happening right now at the present moment: the hot boy asking you to Prom, buying an amazing dress, and dancing the night away with your sexy date. Will work best if done every day and if you're really focused on getting what you want.

10. Always be positive! I am really hot, smart, beautiful, amazing, confident, talented, and independent - no wonder guys are so intimidated to ask me to Prom!

My Dream Prom Dress

Johnny Knoxville, Rob Dyrdek, Chris "Drama" Pfaff, Bam Margera, or any other celebs

Will either one of you guys like to dance the night away with me at my high school Prom?

I am still dateless!

A guy still hasn't asked me to Prom yet. What's going on here? I walk down the halls and I see all of these cute posters from guys asking other girls to Prom. I see girls who have been asked like three times already, while I am left with um no requests?

Why is every girl getting asked except me? Is it because I am so desperate for a date? Am I not dateable? Am I really the last resort for guys? So when all the pretty dancer girls have been asked then they'll eventually somewhat think about asking me? Is that it?

The guys who have brought up the subject of Prom are the guys that I try to avoid. They are the creepers! Why do the creepers ask me to the dances?! Why not one of the guys that I think are hot and have an outgoing personality? Why oh, why not?

There is this guy that I've been talking to recently and I like him. So he's my best bet right now. But the problem is that I only talk to him in the Track and Field practices and well, I am not sure if I will be doing Track and Field this year or not. We'll just have to do.

My decision was that if a guy asked me to Prom this week then I would not do track; I would spend my money towards a Prom dress instead; money that would have been spent for Track fees and shoes. But there is only one day left in the week because I don't have school on Friday. So if a guy asks me tomorrow, then no more Track. If not, hello Track and Field!

Hote date

If you're out there somewhere...please...oh please... ask me to Prom!
I am desperate!

After reading the Scarlet Letter

I read the Scarlet Letter a while ago. I read it during Thanksgiving Break, so that was a really long time. Well, I thought I'd make a note that I had chest pains after I read that book. Now if you are actually familiar with the story then you might find the connection between the book's story and my chest pains. Does this mean that I am sinful? That I am hiding a major sin that I should expose? I decided to finally write this article because I've been having occasional chest pains since I read the book. What do you think? I am definitely not an adulterer. What am I hiding that is eating up my heart? Is it my lack of honesty? A result of so many heartbreaks from falling for the wrong guys? What is it? Sin? Or heartbreaks? Or is it just my lack of healthy eating and exercise? What is it?

School Success

If you've taken a psychology or an adult roles class, then you've heard of the Marshmallow experiment. A psychologist named Walter Mischel conducted an experiment, where he got a group of four-year-old kids and he left a marshmallow in front of each of them. He told the kids that he had to leave the room for a few minutes. He told the kids that if they didn't eat their marshmallow when he came back, he would give them another one. When he left, a few kids quickly ate the marshmallow, some lasted a few minutes until they caved in, others smelled and even licked the marshmallow, while the rest tried to distract themselves by singing, screaming, closing their eyes, and playing games. When Mischel came back, he rewarded the kids who resisted eating their marshmallows a second marshmallow.

After the experiment, the researcher followed the lives of each of these kids up through high school. Those who had resisted eating the marshmallow were doing far better in high school than those who couldn't wait. The students who waited were more involved in extracurricular activities, had better grades, were popular, confident, and had higher standardized test scores.

Now compare the marshmallow to quitting high school. Some students believe that by quitting high school now, they'll have that delicious marshmallow now and not have to go through anymore trouble. A few students believe by quitting school now, they can get a job and start making money to buy things, like new clothes, a car, or even an apartment. And there would be no more waking up early for school, no more homework, and no more teachers. However, by dropping out of high school, that means that it's a sacrifice for what could have been two marshmallows instead of one. The two marshmallows could mean a better education, a better-paying job, designer clothes, a luxury car, and a nice home. Now do you want to do your homework instead of going to that party? Do the work now and play later.

Did you know that a high school diploma is worth a million dollars? While a college degree can be worth more than 2 million? The average a high school dropout will make is $21,268 per year. The average for a high-school degree recipient is $30,316 per year, and a college graduate will see at least $48,724 per year. If you multiply these numbers over a lifetime of work (40 years), then you can see the major difference.

The lifelong earnings
High-school dropout is $850,720
High-school graduate-$1,212,640
College graduate- over $1,948,960

Do some high-school dropouts become successful? Yes, a few do. But it's quite a rarity. You've got to be pretty lucky. The odds are stacked against you. So why would you want to take the chance?

Yes, high school is really difficult. I bet you've heard a couple of these quotes from your peers or maybe you've said some of these yourselves.
-"I don't have time for all of this homework."
-"The teachers just always assign tests, projects, and essays all at the same time! I bet they all get together and plan it!"
-"My parents are going to kill me."
-"The teachers treat us like little kids."
-"The teacher has a monotone voice."
-"I am always hungry and sleepy in that class."
-"The teacher hates me."
-"I am stressed out!"
-"I am such a procrastinator!"
-"I just don't care anymore."

Now here are some tips and advice for success in high school.
2010 is your year to shine in school.


-Believe you can succeed!
-Use your daily planner!
-Organize. Decide to do the hardest stuff first and then the easier later.
Make a friend in the class. They'll help you with assignments and tell you what you need if you're absent. And you'll actually want to go to class.
-Study groups.
-Ask the teacher for help.
-Smile every morning!
-Go to class!
-Do extra-credit, even if you might not need it.
-Be a teacher's pet. Stop thinking teachers hate you.
-Stop watching TV and surfing the web.
-Develop great study habits.
-Talk to the counselors about career and college opportunities.
-Develop a to-do list every night and cross out what you have done.
-Reward yourself by giving yourself a break after one hour of reading, but avoid watching TV and using the internet because then it might turn into something other than what was intended.
-Join a club that you're interested in. Get really involved. And then run for a leadership position the following year.
-Cultivate a strong social network of friends from all over the school social spectrum. What I mean to say is that you should have a variety of good, close friends ranging from the goths, geeks, drama, athletics, skates, art, etc. etc.
-STUDY!
-Ask questions.
-You are the people you hang out with, so look at your friends. Do you want to be like them? If they're smart, then you're smart. If they're depressed, then most likely they'll bring you down. If all they do is talk about sex, drugs, and partying, then most likely you'll be pressured to do those things.
-Be kind to everyone. Do not spread rumors. And don't gossip.
-Don't do or say anything that will embarrass yourself or your family. Think before you do or say anything.
-Think about the consequences of your actions.
-Learn from your mistakes
-Remember that the only factors that change about you are solely about the knowledge you obtain and the people that you meet and cultivate strong relationships with.

Read and socialize-then, you'll grow. Those are the main reasons we go to school for. And that's why school is so important.


You hear it all the time but it rings with much truth. An education will get you farther in life. It'll open more doors for you. And you'll have more options to choose from. And your kids and the generations after you will benefit from your knowledge and wisdom. That party just seems so enticing and you don't want to let your friends down, but just hold on a little bit longer and you'll be rewarded with something far greater. Two marshmallows are far better than one, it just takes patience and hard work.

A teen's perspective on freedom.

What is on my mind nowadays: sex, prom, boys, fame, school, college, and homework.

What I should be really thinking about is: job, money, marriage, children, etc. etc.

Why don't I start thinking about the stuff that I should really be thinking about at my tender age of 17?

I don't think about those things because I don't have very much freedom. I need to be let go little by little, but that's not happening. I am a prisoner in this place I am supposed to be calling home. So all I am required to think about is sex, prom, boys, fame, school, college, and homework. So when it does come down to the time when I should be thinking about all those other things, then I am going to be confused and become quite frustrated. I need to learn how to be independent. I need the freedom to make my own decisions and to learn from my own mistakes.

Parents, all over the world, if you have a teenager in the household, please know that you've got to let your teens go little by little. Let them learn how to be independent. So when they graduate from high school, they would know what to do in the real world, on their own.

Another reason teens need their independence... and by independence I mean letting them close their room door and give them their privacy. Let your teens go out with their friends. If your teen comes home late and past curfew, don't yell at them, don't ground them, and don't ask them all these questions about sex, drugs, and friends. But instead, please tell them that by being late you were extremely worried and that you're glad they're safe. Instead of grounding them, please just let them make it up to you by letting them clean up the bathroom or wax the car.

If teens don't have their freedom, then apparently, they are going to rebel. Teens will do anything to get out of the house and away from their crazy parents, this means dropping out of school, to get a job, and live in an apartment.

It's a difficult time for teenagers. We are trying to leave the whole dependent stage behind and to become independent in the real world with the confidence and knowledge. But this can't be done if there are parents holding their teens back.

So parents, I know it may be it difficult to let your teens go. And you may be afraid that your teens will make bad mistakes, but if you've done a great job at parenting and had taught your teens strong values and morals, then likely your teens will be fine. But it's time to let them make their own decisions. Do you honestly want a 35-year-old son still living in your house? If you don't want that, then let your teens live. Give your teens the freedom they need to prosper and grow into confident, mature adults.

We're all grateful that our parents took good care of us. Providing us with the food, shelter, clothes, and love that we needed. But we're not kids anymore. By not giving us the freedom we need- you're holding us back, you're making us remain as kids and preventing us from growing into adults. It's time that you give us the push we need to learn the world on our own. And freedom is that first major push.

More Prom dresses

TopShop






Modcloth








Shopbop



These are all really cute cheap dresses that I found online. With the exception of the shopbop dress, which is actually really expensive. Now these aren't your typical prom dresses. I always strive for uniqueness. I don't want to wear a dress that looks like everybody else's. The dress has to show my personality and it's got to be absolutely amazing. The best one at the dance, always.
These dresses that I found are amazing, however, they're not really my dream prom dress.


My dream prom dress is...
One-Shoulder, or two. Ah, it doesn't really matter
Lace
Sparkly, Beaded, Diamonds
Knee Length
Poofy at the bottom
Tight at the waist and chest
Absolutely amazing
Will make anyone look beautiful in it
Attention-grabber
Extremely unique and fashionable
Envy of all the girls
Guys will fall in love with the girl inside the dress
And the girl wearing the dress will find her soulmate

Now that is my dream prom dress.

O Prom date, Prom date, wherefore art thou my prom date?

In search of the perfect prom date.

It's time to start hanging out with hot guys and start hinting to them that I want to go to prom with them!

I didn't go to prom last year because no guy asked me. I really need a date for this year because I am definitely going! I am just going to go up to a random guy and ask him if no guy I know does so.

The dance is coming up really soon. It's going to be March 27th! That's a month and 7 days. AH! I really, really need a date. And then I really, really need an amazing dress. I've looked good at all the dances that I've gone to. So I always have to go above and beyond the standard that I set for myself.

It's time to get working. There won't be a prom without the perfect date. It's time to start meeting some really cute boys! And it's time to start hinting to them. Wink. Wink.

Got to work it!

Innies and Outties: Cheerleaders

Kyy's Innies and Outties. What's In and What's Out.

Outtie: Cheerleaders

I don't think all cheerleaders are bad. But in my opinion, most of them are. I try to find examples that contradict my stereotype of a cheerleader, but I seldom find it. When I do, it's quite a rarity.

I used to want to be a cheerleader. When I was in Elementary, I dreamed about the day that I would finally become a cheerleader, date a hot football player, and be one of the popular students in the school. Of course, this all began with the movie series, Bring It On. The movie shows the highlights of being a popular cheerleader and always getting the man of your dreams. My dream of becoming a cheerleader went even further when I did gymnastics with other wanna-be cheerleaders.

Of course, I never became a cheerleader. And I am so grateful that I am not a cheerleader! Hallelujah!

Well, the reason I am writing this post is not to just diss on all cheerleaders. But one certain cheerleader. And she became that way because she is a cheerleader, dated a football player, and is one of the popular girls in school.

And well, I don't like her because she took the boy that I liked away from me. When that boy that I liked was on a date with me! And she kissed my friend before she kissed the boy that I liked. She hurt my friend and she hurt me. And she ruined the great relationship I had with the boy I liked. Ugh, what a typical cheerleader. You really can't trust them. They will just start making out with any easy guy, if you know what I mean.

There you have it. Another reason why I am happy that I am not a cheerleader. And another cheerleader that clearly exemplifies the cheerleader stereotype: sluttyish. (Keeping it PG). Why do you think they became a cheerleader in the first place? To flash what's underneath their short skirts and to show guys they're easy, of course!

I know a lot of cheerleaders are going to not like me after reading this. But remember, I used to want to become one of you guys. I didn't become a cheerleader not because I couldn't do the splits or do a backflip, it's because I didn't' want to develop those characteristics that I oh so hate.

Cheerleaders, maybe you can learn a thing or two from this post. Show people that you're not the stereotypical cheerleader by not kissing and sleeping with every guy that walks. Respect yourselves and the people around you. And have some standards, morals, and character!
Otherwise, you'll remain an outtie.

Fashion: Spring/Summer 2010

Short shorts
Boy shorts
Knee and over the knee socks
Sport Clothes
Bow headbands
Jumpsuits
Ripped Jeans
Patched/Motorcycle jeans
Sheer/see-through
Boyfriend blazer
Multi-Strap dresses
Khaki
Tie-Dye
Metallics
Neutral Tones
Feathers
Cut-outs/Slits
Mesh
Lace
Fold Neckline
"Painty" Prints
Tailored Vest
Drapey Minidess
Pile-on Bracelets
Multi-print dress
Preppy stripes
Academic blazers
Warrior/Military look
Playsuits
Shoulder bags

Jackass 3D

The gang is back.
* Johnny Knoxville
* Bam Margera
* Ryan Dunn
* Chris Pontius
* Steve-O
* Dave England
* Ehren McGhehey
* Preston Lacy
* Jason "Wee-Man" Acuña

My nine favorite men. I hope the filming is going great.
The Return of the Party Boy.


I heard that they just started filming. And the movie is going to be in 3D. Oh yes. I can't wait to see the sexy men come out of the screen. And of course the occasional vomit, dick, blood, and all the other good stuff. I can't wait to be a part of it.

100 Lovelies.

1. Flowers
2. Johnny Knoxville
3. Spongebob Squarepants
4. Plato
5. Forever 21
6. Vans and Converse
7. Lord of the Rings
8. Peru
9. Shia Labeouf
10. Arthur
11. Edward Norton
12. Jordan, my dog
13. Wolves
14. Pasta
15. Forests
16. Water
17. Trees
18. Snow
19. The cold side of the pillow
20. Brad Pitt
21. Camaros
22. Coldplay
23. the Beatles
24. Machu Picchu
25. Money
26. MTV
27. Hot dogs
28. School
29. Atlantis
30. Skateboarding
31. Longboarding
32. Valentine’s Day
33. Fairies
34. As
35. Facebook, Email, and Myspace
36. Snorlax
37. Stuffed animals
38. Vogue, Marie Claire, and US Weekly
39. Catalogs
40. Blogs
41. Parks/Playgrounds
42. Malls
43. Newspapers
44. Planner
45. Cellphone
46. Camera
47. Chocolate
48. Orange Juice
49. Milk
50. Bam Margera
51. Musicals and Plays
52. Mozart
53. Mythical creatures
54. Greek gods and goddesses
55. Museums
56. Cardigans
57. My blue bracelet
58. Pens and Pencils
59. Notebooks
60. Journals
61. Diaries
62. Zoos
63. Aquariums
64. South America
65. Philosophy
66. Economics
67. History
68. Calculator
69. Leaves
70. Birds
71. Pigs
72. Boys
73. Fashion
74. Hugs
75. Kisses
76. Smiles
77. Laughter
78. Buddha
79. Henry David Thoreau
80. John Brown
81. Basketball
82. Video games
83. Backpack
84. FUN song
85. DaVinci
86. Teachers
87. Parties
88. Dances
89. Love letters
90. Radio
91. Hakuna Matata
92. Karma
93. Beds
94. my Room
95. my Computer
96. Skinny Jeans
97. Peace Corps
98. Acting, singing, dancing
99. Mysteries and secrets
100. Johnny Knoxville

Shopping for prom.

I am looking for theeee perfect one-shoulder dress! But two straps are fine as well! All in all, the perfect prom dress!

Whether it be Homecoming, Prom, Sadie's, or the Winter Dance, these are some of the cheap places to purchase dresses online (or sometimes in store) for very cheap. Mostly under $100, I believe these places sell the best dresses.

French Connection
Arden B.
Kohl's
Forever 21
Dillard's
Sears
Newport News
Lulu*s
Nasty Gal
ModCloth
Windsor
Topshop
Asos

Charlotte Russe
David's Bridal
Go Jane
Deb
Nordstrom

Don't forget to also check out Ross, Marshall's, TJmaxx, Burlington Coat Factory, etc. etc.!

Sydney's Vintage Clothing
Vintage 50's One Shoulder Pink Peplum Swag Prom Dress


Vintage 50's

I LOVE THIS DRESS!


Victoria Secret's Ruched Convertible Dress


Modcloth has some really cute dresses as well.

Glitz and Glamor Dress



Take Me to Dinner Dress

Fashion FulFrillment Dress

Teachers. Teachers. Teachers.

To my 8th grade English teacher. It was you that got me out of my depression. A lot of people thought she was crazy, but, I believed everything she said. What she said rang with much truth in my ears. Before I came into her class, I was still suffering from a mild depression from so much change occurring in my life. But, she taught me about the Secret, about always thinking positive. She got me into personal development. She tried to get every student the tools to succeed in life and to be happy. I got out of my depression and I began to be more optimistic about life.

We had to much in common. I enjoyed her lectures on aliens, indigo children, the supernatural, and the power of the mind. We were both Blue-dominant and secondary-White.

I wouldn't be the person that I am today if I didn't have her as a teacher. It was destiny that I became her student. Thank you!


When I have a low self-esteem and no confidence, I just remember the many things my 9th grade English teacher told me. He knew how to make me smile.

I even remember the first time we met, he said that I had the best smile.

He once told me that I should be a CNN reporter because I've got this strong stage presence.

And when I told him that nobody asked me to the Homecoming dance, he told me that guys are just intimidated by me. That they think I am too good for them. That I am too smart and too pretty. I am just way out of their league.

Thank you.
I remember everything you told me.
You don't even know how much a difference you have made in my life. You have taught me so much, especially the importance of being the best that I can be. So, thanks. :D

Virtue: Honesty

What is with teenagers and honesty these days?

It seems as if being honest is a bad thing among teenagers now. Well, it's usually represented that way among my peers. I've observed my behavior and the behavior of my friends and we just lie. That's pretty much what we do. It's sometimes a funny thing to lie. Lying seems okay when we're trying to get out of trouble. Lies. Lies. Lies.

It's pretty funny because my English teacher asked the class who the most honest person in the class is and the class said that I was the most honest. HA! The whole class was lying because I know for a fact, that I am not honest. I want to be. And I will strive for it. But currently, I am just a huge liar.

Yes. Liar, Liar, pants on fire.

My last virtue was confidence. And I've realized that I am already confident. Sometimes I do feel a little self-conscious and lonely, but that happens very rarely now. I'm much more happy and I do many things out of my comfort zone.

Now it's time for honesty. Which might be the hardest virtue to attain because lying has been deeply ingrained into me. I am not sure if I can stop lying. I will try and I will conquer!

I despise people who lie. But that's just hypocritical of me. I lie so much. I am pretty sure I might have lied 10 times today. They're not majorly-huge lies. Just kind of little ones to make myself look good. So in truth, I hide myself in lies. I don't want people to find out the real me. It's about time people learned the truth and start accepting who I am. I need to stop lying and pretending to be someone I am not. This is going to be a hard task. And I am not so sure of the outcome of it all.

First of all, I have to figure out how much I lie. I really don't want to do this! But, I must find out how many times a day I lie. I need to see if this goal might be harder than it looks or easier. I am not sure until I record my lies down. So, every day for a whole week. I am going to record how many times I lie.

Along with recording how many times I lie. I have to write down what my lie was. I have to find out what I mostly lie about. And why do I lie? Do I use lies for flattery? To avoid hurting people's feelings? To save my own behind? To make myself look good? And from that point, I can organize my lies into groups, so I can have a visual as to what I usually lie about and maybe figure out the reasons why I lie so much.

To whom do I lie to? I must write down who I lied to. This will say a lot about my relationships with my family, friends, teachers, acquaintances, and strangers. Who do I lie to the most?

What were the person's reaction to my lie? I must write down the person's reactions. What did they say? What did they do? What were their facial expressions? Did they believe me? Or were they kind of suspicious? This will tell if I am a good liar or not. Good liar or not, I must stop lying to these people that really trust me!

I really don't want to do this, but I must. I want to become a better person and this is a major step towards that. I will not become stronger and I will not flourish if I continue lying. I must see the truth and then I must act on it. I must fix it all. I must fix my life. I have done too much damage with my past lies. It needs to come to an end. So I can mend all those past lies and start anew, with integrity.

Of course, I will be starting this project in the morning, Saturday, January 30th. And I will stop and state analyzing my data the night of Friday, February 5th.

It's about time that I find out the truth. That I am living a life based on lies.

I am going to document my efforts into my blog. So I'll be sharing my experience with you.

Of course, I have definitely changed after writing this article. And I might not lie as much as I did before writing this. I will try my best not to lie. But if I do lie, then I must write it down. I will tell the truth now!

Life starts when I am honest!
I need to stop hiding behind my mask.

January 27th 2010

I am 17 years old now! Hooray!
Here are just a few January 27th 2010 bits and pieces I found.
Urban Dictionary Word of the Day:
iphone effect
January 27
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buy iphone effect mugs, tshirts and magnets
shortly after one person in the group brings out their iphone, the rest follow suit, ultimately ending all conversation and eye contact.
"Hey, what do you want to order for drinks?" "Not sure, let's see what Imbibe Magazine has for their best beer this month." First iphone comes out of the pocket--enter safari search. Next iphone comes out--enter Facebook post. Third iphone makes an entrance -- the iphone effect has arrived.

Dictionary.com
Word of the Day
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
panjandrum
\pan-JAN-druhm\ , noun;
1.
An important personage or pretentious official.

Merriam-Webster
The Word of the Day for January 27, 2010 is:
martinet • \mar-tuh-NET\ • noun

1 : a strict disciplinarian

*2 : a person who stresses a rigid adherence to the details of forms and methods

Example Sentence:
Spencer complained that his office manager was a power-hungry martinet who compelled him to follow ridiculous rules.
Did you know?
When France's King Louis XIV appointed Lieutenant Colonel Jean Martinet to be inspector general of the infantry in the late 17th century, he made a wise choice. As a drillmaster, Martinet trained his troops to advance into battle in precise linear formations and to fire in volleys only upon command, thus making the most effective use of inaccurate muskets -- and making the French army one of the best on the continent. He also gave English a new word. "Martinet" has been used synonymously with "strict disciplinarian" since the 1730s.

Factropolis:
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China, is traditionally credited with the invention of sweet pickle relish.

FactCheck.org

January 27, 2010

The "State of the Union address" was formally known as the "Annual Message" from 1790 until 1934.

Fact of the Day
Diamond Head Crater is Hawaii’s most famous landmark. The United States Army built a trail up the crater in 1908, and added bunkers during World War II. The trail passes through an old gun emplacement.
More Facts »
Quote of the Day
"A man may die, nations may rise and fall, but an idea lives on."
- John F. Kennedy
More Quotes »
Word of the Day
edify
Pronunciation: /ED-I-fi/
:to instruct and improve especially in moral and religious knowledge: uplift
I am sure that the inspiring sermons of our new minister will edify you and propel you to greater spirituality than before.

January 27, 1926
The earliest public demonstration of television was given by John Logie Baird of Scotland, using a development of the mechanical scanning system suggested by Paul Nipkov in 1884.
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Birthdays Today...
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart [Theophilus]
Composer
b: 1756 -

Selected from Laura Moncur's Motivational Quotations - January 27, 2010

Plans are only good intentions unless they immediately degenerate into hard work.
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Peter Drucker (1909 - 2005)
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All my possessions for a moment of time.
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Elizabeth I (1533 - 1603)
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Anger is never without Reason, but seldom with a good One.
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Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790)
If the people who make the decisions are the people who will also bear the consequences of those decisions, perhaps better decisions will result.
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John Abrams, The Company We Keep: Reinventing Small Business for People, Community and Place


January 27, 2010
" Time spent living in fear is like working overtime without pay!"
Written in 2009 by Brian G. Jett


January 27, 2010
" The hearts of billions of people are beating everyday; even billions more animals, insects and sea creatures are moving and living and have beating hearts also. The Sun is in perfect distance from the Earth so that we do not freeze or burn and allows water to rise and fall to give life to the land. The Sea has the perfect amounts of salt to sustain the life there. This is just what is happening here on Earth! There are trillions of other solar systems and galaxies with more things happening! It is interesting to me that some say they will believe in the creator, if only they could see one miracle when billions of miracles are occurring at every moment! All of these things are supposed to occur simultaneously by chance?"
Copyright © 2009 Jesse Barkasy


January 27, 2010
Don't be Afraid

Hesitation to take action.
You know the answers to questions;
But you never answer.
Don't be afraid.

Doubt about your skills.
What's to doubt if you got talent?
What to doubt if can do it?
Don't be afraid.

Fear of criticisms.
You're being criticize and labeled;
Do they know the true meaning of your work?
Don't be afraid.

We are all great in our own ways:
May it be science, sports or arts,
May it be speaking, listening or writing.
We all have something worth sharing.

No one is better than you,
Other than yourself;
"Just Believe"
And never be afraid.
Copyright © 2009 James Callos Jordan

Turning 17 in 30 minutes!

Hooray!

Virtue: Confidence

I am going to have to work on my confidence. The truth is that I have little to none self-confidence. I am really working hard on it though! It was right after 6th grade when my confidence started to dwindle and disappear before my eyes. I was tested in Junior High. I had to see if I can stand it. But I don't think I passed. I came out of Junior High with a curved spine (due to all the hunching over), damaged hair, tired eyes, and braces.

And then, I am being tested again during my high school years. I was a Sophomore at a high school I wasn't supposed to go to. Therefore, I didn't know many friends at the high school. I did have a couple of friends, but they became popular and then left me. I just didn't feel like I belonged anywhere.

Now here I am, a Junior. I am much better off now then I was when I started junior high, but I still don't have much confidence. I continue to feel as if I still haven't found my place in high school. I don't go up to guys and flirt with them anymore. I don't speak up in my classes. And guess what? School is actually the place where I seem to be the most confident. When I am out of school, I just feel so lonely. I live in my own little world when I am not in school. It's just me and my daydreams of being popular and famous.

That is why I've decided to work on my confidence. "Be more confident" has been on my New Year's Resolution for the past "too many" years. I keep on saying to myself that I will be confident when I get my braces out, but when is that?! It's been two years now. I should have gotten my braces off half a year ago! And I am left with braces for.. I don't know how much longer! But, it just seems forever. And so it doesn't feel right to put a time when I will start becoming confident. The moment I become confident is NOW! NOW! NOW! NOW! That is right, NOW! No more waiting for my braces to come off to start being confident. I will be confident right now. And will forever be confident!

What a better time to be confident than right now? A new school semester is coming up and it's about time that I start becoming confident. FBLA competitions will be really soon, so it's about time that I start becoming confident. It's about time that I start becoming confident! I am so tired of always bringing myself down. Feeling as if I am not worthy or accepted. I am tired of people believing that they are above me. I am tired of it all. I am confident now. And will always be forever confident.

My Virtue Pledge:

I always smile.
I always laugh.
I always make eye contact.
I always flirt.
Shoulder back, head high, chest forward, and rhythmic walk, I always walk the "strong catwalk."
I never doubt myself, my actions, my thoughts, or my decisions.
I stand up for others.
I speak up and share my thoughts clearly and effectively.
I do not remain angry at minor trifles.
I do not let anyone bring me down.
I know what I want.
I know that I can attain what I want.
I am focused and concentrated on my goal.
I never give up.
I am committed to whatever I put my mind to.
I have strong connections with others.
I have a huge social network.
I enjoy every step of this process to becoming confident.
I continue to learn, flourish, and become stronger.
People will acknowledge, admire, and look up to me.

Youtube Video(s) of the moment: Max Kasch, my love.

I absolutely love Max Kasch. And wow, his singing is amazing. And he's a cutie. Look at his hair! Talk about obsessed! I'm in love with him.

In preparation for competition!

I got this information off of the Comp events handbook.

Business Procedures:
Competency in performing daily tasks is a necessity in
business. This event provides recognition for FBLA
members who possess knowledge of basic skills and
procedures and the ability to make intelligent business
decisions.
Eligibility
Each state may enter three (3) participants
who are members from active local chapters,
on record in the national center as having paid
dues by March 1 of the current school year.
Overview
A one (1) hour objective test will be
administered based on the competencies
listed. Nongraphing calculators will be
provided.
Objective Test Competencies
o human relations
o technology concepts
o communication skills
o decision making
o career development
o business operations
o database management
o ethics
NBEA Standards Reinforced by Event
Career Development: workplace expectations, career strategy •
Communication: foundations, employment, organizational •
Computation: problem-solving applications •
Economics and Personal Finance: personal decision making •
Information Technology: database management systems, •
information technology and major business functions, privacy and
ethics
Career Clusters: Business, Management and Administration;
Information Technology

Economics:
This event provides recognition for FBLA members
who can identify, understand, and apply economic
principles to contemporary social, political, and
ecological problems.
Eligibility
Each state may enter three (3) participants
who are members from active local chapters,
on record in the national center as having
dues by March 1 of the current school year.
Overview
A one (1) hour objective test will be
administered based on the competencies
listed. Nongraphing calculators will be
provided.
Objective Test Competencies
o economic principles related to the policies
and goals of the United States economy
o comparison of the American economic
system to other systems
o supply and demand
o international trade
o market structures
o investments and interest rates
o monetary and fiscal policy
o types of businesses
o business cycles
o role of government
o labor relations
o environmental issues
NBEA Standards Reinforced by Event
Economics and Personal Finance: allocation of resources, •
economic systems, economic institutions and incentives, markets
and prices, market structures, productivity, role of government,
international economic concepts
Entrepreneurship: economics, aggregate supply and demand •
International Business: global business environment •
Management: organized labor •
Career Clusters: Business, Management and Administration; Finance;
Marketing, Sales and Service

Entrepreneurship
Owning and managing a business is the goal of many
Americans. This event recognizes FBLA members
who demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to
establish and manage a business. This event is based
on team rather than individual participation. In
addition to learning and applying business decisionmaking
skills, team participants develop speaking
ability and poise through oral presentations.
Eligibility
Each state may submit two (2) teams
composed of two (2) or three (3) members
from active local chapters, on record in the
national center as having paid dues by March
1 of the current school year. No more than
one (1) team member may have competed in
this event at a prior NLC.
Overview
This event consists of two (2) parts: an
objective test and a performance component.
A one (1) hour objective test will be
administered based on the competencies
listed. Team members will take one objective
test collaboratively. Nongraphing calculators
will be provided.
The case study will consist of a decisionmaking
problem encountered by
entrepreneurs in one or more of the following
areas: business planning, human relations,
financial management, and marketing. All the
questions raised in the case must be addressed
during the presentation.
Guidelines
The top ten (10) teams with the highest •
score on the objective test will advance to
the final round. The objective test score
will be used to break a tie.
All teams will be sequestered before the •
first performance to receive instructions
and time assignments.
Twenty (20) minutes before the •
performance, each team will receive the
case study.
Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be •
provided for each team member and
may be used during the preparation and
performance of the event. Information
may be written on both sides of the
note cards. Note cards will be collected
following the presentation.
No reference materials, visual aids, or electronic devices may be •
brought to or used during the preparation or performance.
Teams have seven (7) minutes to present the case. •
Teams should introduce themselves, describe the situation, make •
their recommendations, and summarize their case. All team
members must participate in the presentation.
A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven •
(7) minutes. When each team is finished, the time used will
be recorded. A five (5) point deduction will be made for
presentations over seven (7) minutes.
Following each presentation, judges will conduct a three (3) •
minute question-answer period.
The final performance is open to conference attendees, who are •
not performing participants of this event.
Objective Test Competencies
o business plans
o community/business relations
o legal issues
o initial capital and credit
o personnel management
o financial management
o marketing management
o taxes
o government regulations
o ethics
Performance Competencies
o topic presented in a logical manner
o communication skills evident through voice projection and diction
o critical thinking/problem solving used to resolve case
o presentation includes positive and negative aspects of
implementation
o all team members contribute to presentation
o answer questions effectively
NBEA Standards Reinforced by Event
Accounting: the accounting process, special applications •
Communication: foundations, organizational •
Entrepreneurship: marketing, economics, finance, accounting, •
global market, legal, business plans
Management: management functions, human resource •
management
Marketing: foundations of marketing, the marketing mix, the •
marketing plan
Career Clusters: Business, Management and Administration; Finance;
Marketing, Sales and Service
REFERENCE: Entrepreneurship—Performance RATING SHEET-25.

Global Business
The global economy is a complex, continually flowing
and constantly changing network of information,
goods, services, and cultures. Most nations rely on
other nations for natural resources to supply their needs
and wants. Global business also provides new markets
and investment opportunities as well as promotion of
better relationships.
Eligibility
Each state may submit two (2) entries
composed of two (2) or three (3) members
from active local chapters, on record in the
national center as having paid dues by March
1 of the current school year. No more than
one (1) team member may have competed in
this event at a prior NLC.
Overview
This event consists of two (2) parts: an
objective test and a performance component.
A one (1) hour objective test will be
administered based on the competencies
listed. Team members will take one objective
test collaboratively. Nongraphing calculators
will be provided.
The case study will consist of a problem
encountered in the international/global arena.
All the questions raised in the case must be
addressed during the presentation.
Performance Guidelines
The top ten (10) teams with the highest •
score on the objective test will advance to
the final round. The objective test score
will be used to break a tie.
All teams will be sequestered before the •
first performance to receive instructions
and time assignments.
Twenty (20) minutes before the •
performance, each team will receive the
case study.
Two (2) 4” x 6” note cards will be •
provided for each team member and
may be used during the preparation and
performance of the event. Information
may be written on both sides of the
note cards. Note cards will be collected
following the presentation.
No reference materials, visual aids, •
or electronic devices may be brought
to or used during the preparation or
performance.
The team has seven (7) minutes to interact with a panel of judges •
and present the solution to the case. The judges will play the role
of the second party in the presentation and refer to the case for
specifics.
Teams should introduce themselves, describe the situation, make •
their recommendations, and summarize their case. All team
members are expected to actively participate in the performance.
A timekeeper will stand at six (6) minutes and again at seven (7) •
minutes.
The final performance is open to conference attendees, who are •
not performing participants of this event.
Objective Test Competencies
o ownership and management
o communication including language and culture
o legal issues
o structure of global business organization
o treaties and trade agreements
o taxes and government regulations
o marketing
o currency exchange
o human resource management
o finance
o ethics
Performance Competencies
o demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving
o describe case study and explain recommendations
o effective communication skills
o explain strengths and weakness of proposed solution
o effectively answer questions
NBEA Standards Reinforced by Event
Accounting: the accounting cycle •
Economics and Personal Finance: economic systems, international •
economic concepts
Entrepreneurship: global markets •
International Business: foundations of international business, •
organization structures for international business activities,
international trade relations, international management,
international marketing, international finance
Management: global perspective •
Marketing: foundations of marketing, the marketing mix •
Career Clusters: Business, Management and Administration; Finance;
Government and Public Administration; Marketing, Sales and Service
REFERENCE: Global Business—Performance RATING SHEET-28.