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[07 Jun 2009|08:03pm] |
So, I've now graduated from High School. In many ways, I'm glad it's over, but I discovered that I will miss it a lot during the last few days. Grad parties were pretty fun-I'm glad I didn't go to some of the wilder ones.
Cannot WAIT for Stonehill next year. I already bought the original Irish flag for my room, filled out my roommate survey, picked out my classes, etc. I'm also running twice a day to get in shape for rugby next year!
This summer I'm back to lifeguarding at the pool and my last year of NSW. Overall, it should be a pretty sweet summer : )
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[22 Feb 2009|07:00pm] |
Okay so I'm about 99% sure I'm going to Stonehill College next year!!!!!!!
I AM SO EXCITED!
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[04 Feb 2009|07:17pm] |
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WOOHOO! Finally 18 and legal : )
But, I've had a pretty good run of it lately. For my actual birthday, I went out to dinner with Bridget and Bryant which was hilarious as usual. Haha he's the best.
This past weekend, Meg, Kate, Anne, Jess, and Madison and I went to Osaka in Noho for some sushi. We sang all the way up in the car and then went to the Sheraton Springfield Hotel where we ate more food than is humanly possible. We woke up the next day and just hung out and relaxed. It rocked.
Not much else to report. Just trudging through some homework and waiting for colleges.
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[19 Jan 2009|07:41pm] |
Okay so things aren't as dire as my last post.
I got accepted to Stonehill which was definitely a pick-me-up.
I'm staying home all day tomorrow with my best friend to watch OBAMA get inaugurated.
No license still but whatever.
So...yay?
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[14 Jan 2009|06:58pm] |
So who wants to hear about my life? Cause it's been pretty shitty lately.
Honestly, I don't think I've ever had so many bad shitty things happen to me in a row ever.
First of all, I got my license REVOKED. I was speeding a MONTH ago and I paid the ticket (which by the way, the cop said all I had to do was that and I would be done)....well now my license is revoked until April. I have to attend TWO attitude readjustment courses. I also owe an additional 500 dollars to the state. ON TOP OF THAT, when I got my license back in April I first have to take the permit and road test again....and pay for that.
THEN, I lost my necklace. I have had this necklace for the last four years and have not taken it off except for when I am commanded by a sports ref. It has two religious charms-one from my best friend, one from Medjugorje-where it was blessed during an apparition of the Virgin Mother. I had a fit over that. So far, it still has not turned up.
The other day, I fell down a flight of stairs and put my foot through the wall. WHAT THE HELL. Like, I wasn't drunk but there I went down the stairs....
My birthday is next week and I could give a shit less.
Also, I got deferred from my first choice today.
ANYONE ELSE WANT TO TAKE A HIT?
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| Brief College Update |
[24 Dec 2008|12:29am] |
Accepted: 3 (Siena College, Catholic University of America, Iona College)
Deferred: 1 (Providence College)
Rejected: 1 (Fordham-kinda knew it was gonna happen)
Waiting to Hear: 3 (LOYOLA MARYLAND, Stonehill, Boston College)
Scholarships: 1 so far (Iona= 10,500 per year)
So really the last three are the game players. Loyola is the top choice, Stonehill is pretty high up there...Boston-well, people say miracles happen but I wouldn't bank on it. Also, P.C. is ranking second right now so let's see what happens.
I should know Loyola and Stonehill before January 15th.
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[29 Nov 2008|11:42pm] |
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Is it really almost December? I feel like this year is moving really really quickly.
I have only two terms left at Suffield Academy. It is so strange to think about. While I'm ready to move onto college, I'm going to miss the place.
Speaking of college, I am more confused than ever. I have no idea where I'm going to end up going. I got into Siena and I'm waiting to hear from the other 7. I visited Fordham last weekend and I looooooved it. My biggest fear is getting rejected not just to my first choice but to all the top ones. I mean there's probably like 3 schools I applied to out for a safety precaution...but what if those end up being my only choices? It scares the shit out of me because I'm not in control. These days, the college process is so detached. They see Frankie on a piece of paper, but that's not all there is to me.
I decided to swim this winter instead of basketball. I would've had no problem playing JV basketball but it's barely a workout. Swimming, as much as I hate it, will be the best way to get in shape for water polo season. I really really want to be the Cinderella story champs this year...even though we barely have a team.
Pippin is less than two weeks away! I'm so excited. This will be one of the first times I can show off the range of my voice and I can't wait to see the expressions of those who have never really heard me sing like this before. VERY PUMPED!
I thought I had more to say, but I suppose that's it. TTFN.
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It's Soxtober!!!!!! Hopefully the Red Sox will get it done!!
In other news, school still the bane of my existence. Doing a lot with StuCo and everything. Also in the musical Pippin, I am the grandmother. Should be pretty exciting!
Also, the first Open Mic of the year is this Saturday. Of course, I'm not only participating but the GSA (of which I am a leader) is sponsering it so my work will be double. That's cool though. We got shirts that say "Open Mic...Open Mind". Hopefully, it goes over well.
First college overnight on Oct. 13!!!!! So excited to see my first choice, Catholic U! While I'm in the area, I'm also seeing Loyola Maryland and Annapolis, though the latter is for sentimental reasons.
Did a lot of Big E hopping only because I had an EXTREMELY short thing with one of the guys working there. He was from South Africa and I loved the accent more than anything else : ).
Have a job meeting today to try and get my boss fired. Should be fun!
Not much else to report right now.
Cheers.
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Love Love Loooooove Senior Year!!!!!
Being Prez of the school is awesome. It makes me wish I could sleep way more, but over all, I love it. I was at school all last week for registration of all students and met a lot of nice families. Over the weekend, I helped lead the Orientation activities. The best part was the Tiger Games. All the senior girls went all out in orange and black and I was made Co-Captain of the games for the Seniors. Feeling the rush of walking into the gym and intimidating the rest of the school just rocked completely. I loved it.
And because I have the last period of the day free AND have season off, I'm really trying to get ahead on my work. It's on the second day but I'm done with all my work and I have made significant process on the college process.
So far, so good. :)
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[07 Jul 2008|03:25pm] |
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Since it's been almost six months since my last post, I figured I'd let everyone know I am indeed alive and well.
I actually just got out of town for a few days-I needed to get out of Agawam. Between drama at work and my parents driving me nutty, a vacation was needed. I just went up to the Lake-it was great. I got to even out my lifeguard tan, tube, enjoy the lake, visit with the gparents, etc. More importantly, I didn't have to deal with Matt for a few days.
We broke up about two months ago. I was upset-not because I didn't want to breakup (I suggested it) but because of the way he handled it. It's a very long and dramatic story that I don't feel like telling right now. Unfortunately, we work together and he's really been bothering me the last few weeks to get back together. I turned him down a few times and he has gone ballistic. If he keeps it up, I'm reporting him for harassment. I'm tired of his bullshit.
My school year was actually pretty eventful. I got my car!!!!!! I have a Suzuki Grand Vitara that I am in looooove with. And my parents didn't pay a dime which is the best part. It really is my baby.
I also ran for Student Body President and after a very heated race.....I won. That's right-salute if you wish-I am the President of my entire school. This entails planning activities, talking to trustees, fundraising, and pretty much kicking ass! I will also be in charge of the Gay-Straight Alliance at my school which I am also very pleased with.
The college search has also begun!!!! So far I have visited a lot of schools, with mixed results. I looked at Emmanuel (hated it), Stonehill (loved it), Boston College (a bit pretentious and snobby but still on the list), Providence College (good but no football team!), Assumption (too small), Holy Cross (too long of a list about why I hated it), and Siena (too much like a high school). I still have to visit Iona, Fordham University, Catholic University, and Loyala Maryland. I plan on either majoring in Divinity/Theology or Second Ed. with a concentration in Divinity/Theology and History. So far I'd say Catholic University is my first choice.
Over March break, I went to Italia for two weeks!!! I loved my time there. I went with my school and it was just amazing. We went to: Milan, Verona, Vicenza, Venice, Siena, Florence, Lucca, Assisi, Rome, Sorrento, Capri, and Pompeii. I can't even describe how fun it was. Not only was the scenery great and I learned a lot but the nightlife was great. The clubs and the boys and everything was just so much fun. I also got to bond with the junior girls in my class which is good because most of my friends are seniors. Biggest mistake of my life was not being single over there though. : (
I also went to two concerts: Kanye West and Dave Matthews Band. They were both a lot of fun and a generally good time with friends.
Other than that, I'm just lifeguarding this summer, trying to make money. I'm looking forward to the Coldplay concert later this summer!!!!!!!!!!! I was supposed to go with my friend, Jakob, from Germany, but they moved the tour date to August and he left today to go back home. It's very sad, but I'm still excited for the concert. I'm also returning to NSW this year and I couldn't be more excited. After that, I'm helping my best friend move into Merrimack College (so sad)!!!
I vow to write more often here so my thoughts and experiences are not a big jumble like this post.
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[21 Jan 2008|10:16pm] |
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Today is my 17th birthday. I feel old all of a sudden. Like when I turned 16, I was like "WOW, I'm getting older." But, the year prior, I was only 15 which sounds much younger. But this year makes me feel old. Especially considering that next year is the big 1-8.
Overall, my day was pretty perfect. My parents waived my debt to them as my present. I went and did a half day of school and then went over Matt's house. We played a quick game of pick-up in his driveway-I haven't laughed that hard with him since I don't know when. And he got me tickets to a play as my present! It was so thoughtful and sweet. Despite our quarreling lately, I'm realizing more and more just how much I love him. And I know it's puppy love but it's still special to me.
From Matt's house, I went to see August Rush with KC and Jeff. Not my idea but not a terrible film either. The beginning was way cheesy and a bit slow, but I enjoyed the rest. Then, we went out to Uno's and I got sang to.
Lately, things in my life are looking up. Got a great deal on an electric guitar and amp that I loooooove. Also, I got my license AND car. I am also completely in love with my car which Bridget and I have named Jiggahoe, or literally female pimp. Again, not my idea.
Just feeling pretty blessed to have a great boyfriend, friends, and year.
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[06 Dec 2007|10:59am] |
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Yay. Christmas time is here....I really am loving the Christmas season this year. I'm just getting into all the music (okay, maybe not ALL the music), the tree (which we haven't gotten yet), the presents (my list is three miles long)...despite all this though, there's something about this Christmas that just seems special.
On another note, got my grades in finally. All A's and B's. Take that parents! They were convinced I was failing because I spend too much time with my boyfriend and friends (as if, I'm allowed to see them on weekends).
Speaking of Matt, we'll be going out three months by next week. So crazy. Sounds hard to believe, but it's the longest relationship I've ever been in. I miss him a lot during the week, so we take advantage of as much of the weekend as possible.
My friends are also great. I wish I could see them more often, but whatever. OOOh and Barry and Becca are having a little girl! So happy for them.
Guitar show is the 25th of January. I'm really really nervous. Not only am I playing an original (which I have NEVER done in public before) but I'm also closing the show with 'Champagne Supernova'. Hopefully, I'll get through it in one piece.
Other than that, all is well in Massachusetts.
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[25 Sep 2007|09:46pm] |
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Let's skip the part where I say "Gee! I haven't posted since July!"
And it was a really lame post too.
So here's the brief update in my life.
School is stressful definitely. Junior year is the worst. I'm starting to think about colleges which kinda scares me. So far, I've got Emmanuel, BC, Stonehill, and Northeastern. The last one not as much and BC would definitely be a reach but other than those 4 I just don't know. I definitely want to go Catholic if I can and I definitely want to be no more than 30 miles outside of Boston.
Matt and I are finally going out. It's made me wicked happy to have someone like that in my life. I'm really loving it. It's hard because we go to different schools but it gives me something fun to look forward to on the weekends.
Other than, just trying to get by. Seeing my friends as much as possible which has been great.
So I guess what I'm saying is life is gooooood.
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I went to the midnight party.
I have read the book. In a short eight hours, I have completed Harry Potter the Seventh.
It's so corny, but a huge part of my childhood is now over. I started this series on my 10th birthday. Now, almost seven years later, the series is over forever. Yes, there is fanfiction to keep people going, but we all know that eventually the edge will wear off. It certainly did for Lord of the Rings. Yes, I love that series and continue to do so but it certainly wasn't as before.
I guess you could say that I grew up with Harry Potter and that this book was the sunset to my childhood.
Enough sadness....I will talk more in length about the final installment when I am sure there are no people on list to spoil.
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| You Shine Like Gold in the Air of Summer.. |
[07 Jul 2007|10:58pm] |
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"Oh sweeet summer sweat.."-The Eagles
Summer 07 has been shaping up quite nicely if I do say so. I've been able to see my best friends several times a week AND I'm raking in the dough.
Only 3 days till HP and OotP, then 10 days till HP and DH, and 22 days till camp!!!!
Camp this year is going to be incredible. It just is. I miss everyone soo much it's not even funny. That's why I'm so lucky to be able to see Kristen and Nicole a lot. I saw them today actually. What started out as lunch ended about 4 hours later. We would've stayed longer if we could've.
Right now the only problem is that out of all the people signed up to be in our cabin we have one person that won't be able to. All I can say is that it better not be me or I will flip out-no lie.
I've also really been at peace with my life as of late. It rocks.
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Been forever since I posted..shocker.
Obviously, I came back from Europe in one piece-I loved it..The culture, the languages, the comraderie, the CLUBS! It was amazing. In fact, next year, I'm already signed up for Italy for two weeks which will be crazy.
What else has been new? Well, I'm going to be a lifeguard this summer. Summer is pretty much all I can think of these days. I've never wanted summer vaca so badly in my life. It's just going to be incredible, I know it. It'll be lots of time with the Cabin 4 crew..plus getting tan while getting paid..plus oh yeah CAMP.
So fucking excited for it this year. I just need it so bad..like it's driving me nuts. I registered on Saturday and I've been going out of my mind ever since...I mean I'm sure I'm in-Barry was my sponsor and stuff but it's not DEFINITE yet which I need to know. We'll find out this week, I'm sure. Still..and then when I ran into Jeff and Truck (respectively) they got my hopes up for counselor..I mean if any of us get it, it'll be Kristen hands down. But I have a chance according to Jeff-especially if they find out I'm gonna lifeguard.
Right now, school is just a minor inconvenience blocking my path to good times. Don't even get me started on my schedule this month cause just thinking about it makes me tired/stressed. I'm not doing this many activites next year-if I go at this pace PLUS S.A.T. shit, I'll have dug my own grave. Sorry Dad but sports are going to go.. I might as well focus on the things that will get me into college you know?
Prom is coming up. YAY. After a minor crisis with my dress, I should be good to go and am very excited about the whole thing.
Anyway, long post..lots of rambling in there. PEACE.
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| Eurotrip: Prep School Edition |
[07 Mar 2007|01:40pm] |
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Hello.
Bonjour.
Hola.
Yes, that's right. I'm off to France and Spain tomorrow with my school!
We travel to Paris then Provence, then leave France to go to Barcelona and Costa Brava in Spain.
I'm wicked excited. I have my camera (first one ever), new spring clothes (first time in like two years), new haircut-the whole shebang.
I'll be gone till the 17th and tell you all about it when I get back.
Goodbye.
Au Revoir.
Adios.
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Why is it whenever I decide to post it's about something to bitch about?
I'm not doing that today, I just decided.
I guess all that can be said about my life right now then is that I'm exhausted. I'll happy for exam week and then March vacation finally.
Here's one guitar pic I'm in loooove with
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| Please don't spoil my day, I'm Miles Away.. |
[15 Feb 2007|10:46am] |
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And I wish I was sleeping.
I hate group projects. With such a passion. I hate it when people think that they are that much smarter or better at what you're doing than you are. I made it into the Honors class for a reason-I'm not a complete bumbling idiot. So would giving me a little credit that I CAN do the exam project without someone hovering over my shoulder really be so hard?
Of course, I have two group projects that are submitted instead of having a formal essay for an exam. So, I have to do a project for Physics concerning energy consumption on campus. That should be a breeze. The project is practically done for us, all we have to do is get the statistics.
H. Historiography will be a challenge. I'm in a group of FOUR. I have one person that won't do anything, one person that's the biggest overachiever I've ever seen in my life and has deemed herself head of the project, and one ally. This is the most obnoxious thing I've ever seen in my life. Create a website about the famous Ibn Battuta. The next two weeks is going to be miserable.
The good news is that I think I'm out of the D range and into the C (!!!) range for Geometry. Now, all I have to do is actually study for Latin and I might get out of this whole exam mess in one piece.
Dad's home after going back to ICU for a couple of days after the surgery. The rest of the family just can't wait for him to get out of the house.
The play is tomorrow and Saturday and will possibly be the worst that our school has ever done.
Yup, it's gonna be a looooong two weeks to get through.
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