well....here's a poem.
and I haven't written in about 45 years.
nothing much has changed, except the location.
All is well.
:)
Paperchased
Write me a miracle
Something slow and sweet
Quick and riveting
Make it something I yearn to read
Make it grip on my veins.
Make it burn like a drug
The addiction for words, spoken softly in a dim room
Make the pages flip, ruffle and bend
Make my soul scream for more
Whisper the words like a spell
A dancing melody making my chest swell
Scribble out the truths of this haggard city
Let the reality fade with the print.
Let the poetry flow
Fill me with fear and hate
Love and compassion
Every emotion scrawled in the metaphors
Craving the taste of the lines on my tongue
Have me need this, the words in your breath
The stories in your eyes, the yearning for more.
Make it something you can see in the blackness of night
Something beautiful.
Write me something real.
Huzzah!
Monday, October 12, 2009
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
stay out all night because rest is for the dead.
Okay-So I'm going to not be so god damn pessimistic right now.
I have some exciting things going on.
a-I'm reading an excellent book. I love it.
b-WARPED TOUR HOLY SHIT ALL TIME LOW I AM SO EXCITED FUCK.
c-I have some days off from work
d-I have an apartment starting friday in Kzoo :)
e-things are kind of sort of looking up?
f-I'm cutting and coloring my hair next week
g-TAI is touring this fall.
I'm in a better mood. I ventured to Leonard last night with Bethany. it was a grand time, as usual. :)
Today I went shopping with Will at partridge creek. then snuck in to go see The Hangover.
Tomorrow I might be going to the beach or something of the sort with Valerie, then hanging out with Alex
I also need to clean my room and purchase things for warped.
bah, I'm so psyched.
:) times a million.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
And I swear that you don't have to go.
Some things you just can't avoid. like...the winter, a bad hair day, a nightmare, a death, a crumbling relationship. They come at the worst times. like, when you want to wear a cute dress, you need a good night's rest, when you're not ready to say goodbye, and you need that person in your life the most.
a crumbling relationship is the most painful. there's a glimmer of hope in each party's eyes. you hold on to the things that person used to be, and how they cared for you. you want to believe that everything will turn out good, turn out to be a phase. make excuses for them. the phrase "one last shot" becomes repetitive and ineffective. you feel like you know that person too well for them to treat you like this. it turns out though that you're entirely wrong. the person you know, miss, care for, and love-well, they're gone. you're left there to embrace this new, ugly thing that's replaced them.
it's awful when they're stubborn. you try to tell them that they've changed. it's not the same, and what is happening is hurting you. all the lies, the nasty phrases, the gossip-they all sting worse when they lie and flat out deny it. when you try and call them out on it, they cut you down. you feel small, inferior, intimidated, doubtful, stupid. you begin to doubt your emotions. all of a sudden, you're to blame. in their eyes, you're always to blame. the words "i'm sorry" are never in their vocabulary.
they criticize you for thinking of ending things. as if saying "how dare you leave me. you need me. i'm fighting for this relationship, aren't you?" in reality, they're keeping you around for their own selfish needs. someone to take advantage of, hold their hand when they need it but hardly do the same. they're too scared to let you go, but all you need is to do that. all you want is the one thing that is impossible thing to ask-an apology. but, of course, that's too much to ask.
snow falls. people die. nightmares haunt for days.
people fall apart.
two words can save it, but you know, deep in your heart, they'll never say it.
an apology is an unnaceptable request.
a crumbling relationship is the most painful. there's a glimmer of hope in each party's eyes. you hold on to the things that person used to be, and how they cared for you. you want to believe that everything will turn out good, turn out to be a phase. make excuses for them. the phrase "one last shot" becomes repetitive and ineffective. you feel like you know that person too well for them to treat you like this. it turns out though that you're entirely wrong. the person you know, miss, care for, and love-well, they're gone. you're left there to embrace this new, ugly thing that's replaced them.
it's awful when they're stubborn. you try to tell them that they've changed. it's not the same, and what is happening is hurting you. all the lies, the nasty phrases, the gossip-they all sting worse when they lie and flat out deny it. when you try and call them out on it, they cut you down. you feel small, inferior, intimidated, doubtful, stupid. you begin to doubt your emotions. all of a sudden, you're to blame. in their eyes, you're always to blame. the words "i'm sorry" are never in their vocabulary.
they criticize you for thinking of ending things. as if saying "how dare you leave me. you need me. i'm fighting for this relationship, aren't you?" in reality, they're keeping you around for their own selfish needs. someone to take advantage of, hold their hand when they need it but hardly do the same. they're too scared to let you go, but all you need is to do that. all you want is the one thing that is impossible thing to ask-an apology. but, of course, that's too much to ask.
snow falls. people die. nightmares haunt for days.
people fall apart.
two words can save it, but you know, deep in your heart, they'll never say it.
an apology is an unnaceptable request.
Monday, July 20, 2009
I can't remember when the earth turned slowly.
this blog, apparently is just a bunch of poems now.
ah well.
Amtrack 353 Wolverine.
The light cuts through the fog.
Down the tracks, I feel the rumble of the westward bound liner.
I need to say goodbye.
It’s drizzling. Cold and grey.
My black boots are getting wet.
I begin to shiver.
You move closer and try to hold me under your big black umbrella.
My eyes begin to flood.
Breath shortens, you lift my chin
Look at me
Your eyes are sparkling, gentle
You whisper in my ear “I’ll miss you”
I smile gently, I’ll miss you too.
I pull away from your embrace as the train rolls in
The horn blasts, cutting the tension in the air.
You cautiously hand me my bags
Fingers shake from the chill and the nerves.
I look at you, naïve beauty scrawled across your face.
I lie with a glance that says “I’ll be back soon”
You believe it’s genuine
I kiss you on the cheek
You ruffle my long curls.
Climb the steps to the train.
“don’t look back, it’s too hard”
I repeat this to myself.
the conductor hollers.
The cabin of the train is warm, bathed in florescent lighting.
I take my seat, my bags beside me.
I look. See you out the window.
You hold one hand up, smile.
I rest my head against the glass, it fogs with my breath.
the train begins to move
You chase it.
I look at you, those damn tears come back.
I look back at you when you can’t run anymore
Your expression changes to loss
Regret.
Sadness.
Pain.
Realization.
“she won’t be coming back.”
The towns zip by
Bells ring, people bustle
I close my eyes
Your face is all I can see.
I feel dead, numb.
Cut, frozen
I’m sorry.
I Won't be seeing you.
ah well.
Amtrack 353 Wolverine.
The light cuts through the fog.
Down the tracks, I feel the rumble of the westward bound liner.
I need to say goodbye.
It’s drizzling. Cold and grey.
My black boots are getting wet.
I begin to shiver.
You move closer and try to hold me under your big black umbrella.
My eyes begin to flood.
Breath shortens, you lift my chin
Look at me
Your eyes are sparkling, gentle
You whisper in my ear “I’ll miss you”
I smile gently, I’ll miss you too.
I pull away from your embrace as the train rolls in
The horn blasts, cutting the tension in the air.
You cautiously hand me my bags
Fingers shake from the chill and the nerves.
I look at you, naïve beauty scrawled across your face.
I lie with a glance that says “I’ll be back soon”
You believe it’s genuine
I kiss you on the cheek
You ruffle my long curls.
Climb the steps to the train.
“don’t look back, it’s too hard”
I repeat this to myself.
the conductor hollers.
The cabin of the train is warm, bathed in florescent lighting.
I take my seat, my bags beside me.
I look. See you out the window.
You hold one hand up, smile.
I rest my head against the glass, it fogs with my breath.
the train begins to move
You chase it.
I look at you, those damn tears come back.
I look back at you when you can’t run anymore
Your expression changes to loss
Regret.
Sadness.
Pain.
Realization.
“she won’t be coming back.”
The towns zip by
Bells ring, people bustle
I close my eyes
Your face is all I can see.
I feel dead, numb.
Cut, frozen
I’m sorry.
I Won't be seeing you.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
stupid, stupid girl.
Shaken.
Up too late, nostalgic.
I miss us.
I miss when you would call me
Make plans, spontaneity.
But now, all is worked into a schedule.
Things conflict. Times crunch
I miss you.
You don’t seem to miss me.
I’m leaving soon.
You don’t seem to understand.
I wish you’d call me to make plans
You know I hate asking.
It makes me feel weak
Hopeless
Desperate.
I wish we had time.
Time to laugh, time to smile.
I get one day of you, then it’s gone.
A certain block of time.
Clock in, clock out.
We’re going through the motions
Until I have to leave.
Up too late, nostalgic.
I miss us.
I miss when you would call me
Make plans, spontaneity.
But now, all is worked into a schedule.
Things conflict. Times crunch
I miss you.
You don’t seem to miss me.
I’m leaving soon.
You don’t seem to understand.
I wish you’d call me to make plans
You know I hate asking.
It makes me feel weak
Hopeless
Desperate.
I wish we had time.
Time to laugh, time to smile.
I get one day of you, then it’s gone.
A certain block of time.
Clock in, clock out.
We’re going through the motions
Until I have to leave.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Doing lines of dust and sweat off of last night's stage
Lists.
why not?
things I need to do tomorrow
-Call Copper Beech
-Go to work
-Call Victoria's Secret
-Buy cough drops
-take a nap
-student loan app
-HARRY POTTER
things on my mind
-I hope this all works out.
-shit, I miss you, alot.
-I need a new book to read.
-I really hope I feel better in the morning.
-I'm so god damn pessemistic.
-Does anyone actually read this blog?
favorite things at the moment.
-owls
-iced coffee
-sundresses
-breezy summer days
-late night driving with Bethany
-Nothing Personal
straight hair
playlist
tell me why-taylor swift
sick little games-all time low
attention-the academy is...
use somebody-kings of leon
mirrors-envy on the coast
27-fall out boy
why not?
things I need to do tomorrow
-Call Copper Beech
-Go to work
-Call Victoria's Secret
-Buy cough drops
-take a nap
-student loan app
-HARRY POTTER
things on my mind
-I hope this all works out.
-shit, I miss you, alot.
-I need a new book to read.
-I really hope I feel better in the morning.
-I'm so god damn pessemistic.
-Does anyone actually read this blog?
favorite things at the moment.
-owls
-iced coffee
-sundresses
-breezy summer days
-late night driving with Bethany
-Nothing Personal
straight hair
playlist
tell me why-taylor swift
sick little games-all time low
attention-the academy is...
use somebody-kings of leon
mirrors-envy on the coast
27-fall out boy
We were both young when I first saw you.
So...
I had an interesting day yesterday. I worked for 6 hours, and it was so slow. seriously, i think i rang up about 10 people all day. I worked with the frightening lady in my department, she yelled at me alot because i didn't know where shirts went. i took my lunch at 4, got off at 6. at lunch i sat outside Whole foods and ate a lone piece of pizza in my own solitude. My head was killing, throat sore, I was exhausted. I came back to find my cash registers were down, and everyone who asked me to ring them up i had to ask them to go to dresses, and they'd get all salty. it was...not a grand day at work.
After work, Bethany and I went to Gus O'Connor's for dinner, then went and saw Transformers. it was amazing. then we drove around for a really long time, and just talked. it was alot of fun. Driving around with her is always fun, she's a wonderful individual. Last night was really clear and cool, so the stars and moon were out. We went driving on country roads (Frick Rd, Texter Rd, Mac Duff) so we could see them really well. It was a very good, very summery evening, I enjoyed it.
I slept in this morning, that was nice. I have to be at work at 8am tomorrow, blegh. I'm seeing Harry Potter tomorrow night! ah shit, the highlight of my life. I'm wicked excited.
I just hope I feel better. My throat is killing me...Oh well. I'll drink tea.
alright, I need to stop rambling and go get ready to hang out with Crystal.
<3
P.S.-Have I mentioned I love Taylor Swift?
Well, I do. That is all.
I had an interesting day yesterday. I worked for 6 hours, and it was so slow. seriously, i think i rang up about 10 people all day. I worked with the frightening lady in my department, she yelled at me alot because i didn't know where shirts went. i took my lunch at 4, got off at 6. at lunch i sat outside Whole foods and ate a lone piece of pizza in my own solitude. My head was killing, throat sore, I was exhausted. I came back to find my cash registers were down, and everyone who asked me to ring them up i had to ask them to go to dresses, and they'd get all salty. it was...not a grand day at work.
After work, Bethany and I went to Gus O'Connor's for dinner, then went and saw Transformers. it was amazing. then we drove around for a really long time, and just talked. it was alot of fun. Driving around with her is always fun, she's a wonderful individual. Last night was really clear and cool, so the stars and moon were out. We went driving on country roads (Frick Rd, Texter Rd, Mac Duff) so we could see them really well. It was a very good, very summery evening, I enjoyed it.
I slept in this morning, that was nice. I have to be at work at 8am tomorrow, blegh. I'm seeing Harry Potter tomorrow night! ah shit, the highlight of my life. I'm wicked excited.
I just hope I feel better. My throat is killing me...Oh well. I'll drink tea.
alright, I need to stop rambling and go get ready to hang out with Crystal.
<3
P.S.-Have I mentioned I love Taylor Swift?
Well, I do. That is all.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
But you can’t change anyone, so put that smile behind your lack of effort, it’s the only thing that shows anyway.
this poem, has no title.
that is all.
There is no match to the silence.
It screams around me, the deafening calm.
Anxious bones, nervous eyes.
Words are seldom yet aggressive
Sparking the flame
The tension heats
The tempers rise
The truth needs to be unleashed.
Climax arrives in a conflict filled plot.
Finally, the disguised calm turns to screams.
hot tears flood.
Angry words, stares turn angry
Cuts, razor-like
Such a vicious tongue.
Violent, angry, venom.
Unleashed, blindfolded and flipped.
A nasty trick
pulled out of a magic black hat.
sinister smirk hidden under a pout.
Tables turn, the “victim” laughs.
The predator is attacked.
The fault is blamed,
Once again, he wins.
that is all.
There is no match to the silence.
It screams around me, the deafening calm.
Anxious bones, nervous eyes.
Words are seldom yet aggressive
Sparking the flame
The tension heats
The tempers rise
The truth needs to be unleashed.
Climax arrives in a conflict filled plot.
Finally, the disguised calm turns to screams.
hot tears flood.
Angry words, stares turn angry
Cuts, razor-like
Such a vicious tongue.
Violent, angry, venom.
Unleashed, blindfolded and flipped.
A nasty trick
pulled out of a magic black hat.
sinister smirk hidden under a pout.
Tables turn, the “victim” laughs.
The predator is attacked.
The fault is blamed,
Once again, he wins.
I'm sick and tired of your attitude, I'm feelin' like I don't know you.
So, this blog is now my baby. and mine alone. I'm excited to have full custody of this thing. It's been forever since I've written in journal form. I've been slacking when it comes to writing. I was busy with school and exams, then there was an epic hunt for a job, and now I am employed, so writing gets put on the back burner. Which sucks, because writing is my one true love in my life.
Anywho, not alot has been happening over these lazy summer days. I worked at Parisian all day today. My life now consists of selling over priced slacks to middle age women. Not bad, not thrilling.
I bought All Time Low's new album the other day. It's phenomenal. It's really different from So Wrong It's Right, but nevertheless, still All Time Low. Their writing style has matured, and it's exciting to hear the change. I'm wicked pumped to see them at Warped. Honestly, that's the prime reason I'm going to Warped Tour this year. (that and the Buzznet/Glamour Kills owl shirt)
not much else has been going on, so...maybe I'll post a poem of sorts. because, ya know...why not?
Casual Casualties.
My lip grows ruby from nervousness.
The anxiety grips my lungs.
You stand in front of me with worried eyes and tense ears.
A prisoner, this fight has turned you into a stranger.
You take my hand and take a deep breath.
Never fail to attempt to comfort and protect.
But now the person I need protection from is you.
Switch sides in this battle, enemy lines drawn.
But you only see yourself in the mirror.
This feeling of loss has become a habit.
These frugal attempts are just facades in a losing battle.
A fake exterior for outsiders, ourselves; struggling with our last breath.
But now, we can’t deny what is coming, I unweave my fingers from your grip.
My words become repetitive, worn;
You only listen until you catch your reflection‘s gaze.
You stop, stare, smile, wink.
Return to my doubtful expression.
“what were you saying?”
I’ve grown tired of this battleship game.
My lip has grown sore, the anxiety releases.
I sigh a breath of surrender
The last breath between us gives out.
You see past the disgust in my eyes
As a pretty blonde walks past.
I shrug, give you one last hug.
Hold you one last time.
This battle has been won, and the enemy has taken over
You’re the prisoner of war, boy
And I’ll never win if the captive embraces the surrender.
<3
Anywho, not alot has been happening over these lazy summer days. I worked at Parisian all day today. My life now consists of selling over priced slacks to middle age women. Not bad, not thrilling.
I bought All Time Low's new album the other day. It's phenomenal. It's really different from So Wrong It's Right, but nevertheless, still All Time Low. Their writing style has matured, and it's exciting to hear the change. I'm wicked pumped to see them at Warped. Honestly, that's the prime reason I'm going to Warped Tour this year. (that and the Buzznet/Glamour Kills owl shirt)
not much else has been going on, so...maybe I'll post a poem of sorts. because, ya know...why not?
Casual Casualties.
My lip grows ruby from nervousness.
The anxiety grips my lungs.
You stand in front of me with worried eyes and tense ears.
A prisoner, this fight has turned you into a stranger.
You take my hand and take a deep breath.
Never fail to attempt to comfort and protect.
But now the person I need protection from is you.
Switch sides in this battle, enemy lines drawn.
But you only see yourself in the mirror.
This feeling of loss has become a habit.
These frugal attempts are just facades in a losing battle.
A fake exterior for outsiders, ourselves; struggling with our last breath.
But now, we can’t deny what is coming, I unweave my fingers from your grip.
My words become repetitive, worn;
You only listen until you catch your reflection‘s gaze.
You stop, stare, smile, wink.
Return to my doubtful expression.
“what were you saying?”
I’ve grown tired of this battleship game.
My lip has grown sore, the anxiety releases.
I sigh a breath of surrender
The last breath between us gives out.
You see past the disgust in my eyes
As a pretty blonde walks past.
I shrug, give you one last hug.
Hold you one last time.
This battle has been won, and the enemy has taken over
You’re the prisoner of war, boy
And I’ll never win if the captive embraces the surrender.
<3
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Put up your peace sign. Put your index down.
Just to prove Lyndsey wrong, I'm posting! Ha!
I have little to say... ya know... the uzh.
My mommy got home from a 2 week trip to Spain today. It was nice to see her.
She brought me a coolio bracelet. It says "Guillermo". That means William in Spanish (for those of you less cultured).
I have decided I'm gonna start collecting and wearing a million bracelets at once. Lyndsey does it, the Olsons do it... Certain other awesome people do it. So basically, I'm jumpin' on this bandwagon of cool people.
And I'm all for individuality... aka the randomest shit ever, that i can attach to my wrist. Currently I am wearing: my Guillermo leather bracelet, a bracelet that says hope (proceeds to American Cancer Foundation, yaaaay charity! and thanks Mrs. Olson for buying it for me!), some tie line, a frienship bracelet that Bethany made for me today (orange,blue,purple,red), and some green-yellow spike tape.
Legit start?
I should be sleeping... I'm dumb...
I have horrible health habits... I sleep little... I eat little...
I need a job... something to do...
I lost my ippy... It's horrible... I'm having withdrawls... Idk what to do...
I need a new one!!!
I need a job in the theatre world... I need to start getting myself out there...
I'm so lazy... it sucks.
So yeah... I went to rehearsal this morning... went 75 down Adams Road... ummm went to Bethany's... Was battered verbally by someone trying to get me to watch 2 girls 1 cup... I resisted. Yay!
Well that's about it... ktnxbai?
Five Songs To Describe My Mood:
Romeo and Juliet - The Killers
It Won't Be Long - The Beatles
Nine In The Afternoon - Panic at the Disco
Don't Let Me Down - The Beatles
Hotel Song - Regina Spektor
I wonder if anyone understands my moods... that is an odd blend of songs... but combined... that is my mood... hmm... maybe i'm just kinda crazy...
-Will
I have little to say... ya know... the uzh.
My mommy got home from a 2 week trip to Spain today. It was nice to see her.
She brought me a coolio bracelet. It says "Guillermo". That means William in Spanish (for those of you less cultured).
I have decided I'm gonna start collecting and wearing a million bracelets at once. Lyndsey does it, the Olsons do it... Certain other awesome people do it. So basically, I'm jumpin' on this bandwagon of cool people.
And I'm all for individuality... aka the randomest shit ever, that i can attach to my wrist. Currently I am wearing: my Guillermo leather bracelet, a bracelet that says hope (proceeds to American Cancer Foundation, yaaaay charity! and thanks Mrs. Olson for buying it for me!), some tie line, a frienship bracelet that Bethany made for me today (orange,blue,purple,red), and some green-yellow spike tape.
Legit start?
I should be sleeping... I'm dumb...
I have horrible health habits... I sleep little... I eat little...
I need a job... something to do...
I lost my ippy... It's horrible... I'm having withdrawls... Idk what to do...
I need a new one!!!
I need a job in the theatre world... I need to start getting myself out there...
I'm so lazy... it sucks.
So yeah... I went to rehearsal this morning... went 75 down Adams Road... ummm went to Bethany's... Was battered verbally by someone trying to get me to watch 2 girls 1 cup... I resisted. Yay!
Well that's about it... ktnxbai?
Five Songs To Describe My Mood:
Romeo and Juliet - The Killers
It Won't Be Long - The Beatles
Nine In The Afternoon - Panic at the Disco
Don't Let Me Down - The Beatles
Hotel Song - Regina Spektor
I wonder if anyone understands my moods... that is an odd blend of songs... but combined... that is my mood... hmm... maybe i'm just kinda crazy...
-Will
Friday, March 13, 2009
she's been searching for rainbows.
well hello.
it has been a really long time since i've written anything.
but really, no one reads this, so whatever.
maybe Will does. sometimes.
Anywho, it is march. i have a little over a month and then I am done with being a freshman at college.
I establish a major next week, and I'm officially in the college of Arts and Sciences.
I feel better with some direction.
Um...some updates...
I had spring break? It was lovely. I did alot of random shit with Will. he danced on top of my car in the West parking lot, decided a show at static age was a good idea until we found out it was closed, shopped, got lost in ferndale, saw drag queens playing bingo, went to the park, and ate digusting amounts of pizza.
it was a nice preview for my summer. I'm excited for summer.
umm....what else...
I saw Watchmen. I'm reading that novel this summer. decided right now.
I don't know, that's it. It was a good break.
It's friday! yay! thank god. this week has been hella stressful. which is not fun.
but the weather is incredible today, and it's supposed to get warmer. an adventure to east campus and Dino's may be in store for tomorrow.
I'm also going to spring clean and begin packing/sorting my dorm for my move out in a month.
I have ALOT. alot of shit.
I'm drinking Caribou bottled coffee. it's delicious.
I don' know, that's basically it.
I really want to paint. or create something. I've been writing alot, but I want to do another art form this weekend.
I need a better camera. I'm saving up for that shit.
OH! this blog will probs be only used for posting my writing on, but even that's a stretch. i'm busy, i never know what to write, and Will has given up on writing on this thing (he's more of a numbers kid)
so....that's my update, for a while.
PLAYLIST. YES.
The Perfect Scene-Mercy Mercedes
what is Love-Rookie of The Year
The Brightest Green-Anarbor
Say You Will-Kanye West
Xavia-The Submarines
After Hours-We are Scientists.
i'm getting a shamrock shake at somepoint this weekend. representin' the homeland.
:)
it has been a really long time since i've written anything.
but really, no one reads this, so whatever.
maybe Will does. sometimes.
Anywho, it is march. i have a little over a month and then I am done with being a freshman at college.
I establish a major next week, and I'm officially in the college of Arts and Sciences.
I feel better with some direction.
Um...some updates...
I had spring break? It was lovely. I did alot of random shit with Will. he danced on top of my car in the West parking lot, decided a show at static age was a good idea until we found out it was closed, shopped, got lost in ferndale, saw drag queens playing bingo, went to the park, and ate digusting amounts of pizza.
it was a nice preview for my summer. I'm excited for summer.
umm....what else...
I saw Watchmen. I'm reading that novel this summer. decided right now.
I don't know, that's it. It was a good break.
It's friday! yay! thank god. this week has been hella stressful. which is not fun.
but the weather is incredible today, and it's supposed to get warmer. an adventure to east campus and Dino's may be in store for tomorrow.
I'm also going to spring clean and begin packing/sorting my dorm for my move out in a month.
I have ALOT. alot of shit.
I'm drinking Caribou bottled coffee. it's delicious.
I don' know, that's basically it.
I really want to paint. or create something. I've been writing alot, but I want to do another art form this weekend.
I need a better camera. I'm saving up for that shit.
OH! this blog will probs be only used for posting my writing on, but even that's a stretch. i'm busy, i never know what to write, and Will has given up on writing on this thing (he's more of a numbers kid)
so....that's my update, for a while.
PLAYLIST. YES.
The Perfect Scene-Mercy Mercedes
what is Love-Rookie of The Year
The Brightest Green-Anarbor
Say You Will-Kanye West
Xavia-The Submarines
After Hours-We are Scientists.
i'm getting a shamrock shake at somepoint this weekend. representin' the homeland.
:)
Friday, February 20, 2009
um, so hey...
So I haven't blogged in a weekish.
because EVERYTHING IS SUPER CRAZY BUSY.
And it'll be worse next week.
Just keeping my readers (there are like, 2 people who read this) updated.
goodnight.
because EVERYTHING IS SUPER CRAZY BUSY.
And it'll be worse next week.
Just keeping my readers (there are like, 2 people who read this) updated.
goodnight.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
and if you feel discouraged, well there's a lack of color here.
It's raining. I love the rain, an obnoxious amount. It makes me want to curl up in a chair with a cup of coffee. I feel the need to wear something black and a scarf on rainy days. I've been doing that since middle school. I would wear my totally hip and indie black turtleneck (lame, i know) with my tacky sparkly scarf. it's gotten better. no worries. now it's plaid scarves and black v neck t-shirt.
Rain also gives me an excuse to carry an umbrella. I love umbrellas. I don't even know why.
This morning i walked to class with an umbrella, black top and scarve, and Death Cab on my ipod. It was a good, chill moment. I feel like i prefer simple, chill moments like that than chaotic and constant movement.
I don't know. that's it. yay rain!
I'm going to go meet Calin for dinner. then i'm going to nap because i might be getting sicky. :(
more later? maybe Will will blog (hint hint)
goodbye. for now.
Rain also gives me an excuse to carry an umbrella. I love umbrellas. I don't even know why.
This morning i walked to class with an umbrella, black top and scarve, and Death Cab on my ipod. It was a good, chill moment. I feel like i prefer simple, chill moments like that than chaotic and constant movement.
I don't know. that's it. yay rain!
I'm going to go meet Calin for dinner. then i'm going to nap because i might be getting sicky. :(
more later? maybe Will will blog (hint hint)
goodbye. for now.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
If you could go anywhere right now, where would you go? And would you miss me when you get there?
so, it's amazing outside today. it's warm. it's sunny. I feel no need to wear my constricting wool coat. spring is finally, after many months, starting to bubble to the surface. i know today is just a preview for march and april, and it's going to be 30 degrees tomorrow, but it's alot better than -12 degrees.
seriously.
anywho, i had a good weekend. i hung out with miss calin blevins at her humble abode in hudsonville. we saw her high school put on Grease, ate alot of food, Watched some movies and T.V, went shopping, saw movies...
it was nice. it was relaxing.
yesterday was an alright day. I went to class and then went to CAB. I was exhausted last night, so I slept through my alarms/wake up texts this morning. Good thing Sangren is right next door.
I have nothing of real interest to day...
haha
I'm just excited that it's warm.
there are things i want to accomplish this spring while on campus...
here's a list.
1. picnic/take pictures of east campus
2. walk downtown
3. hit up the den for a denpop
4. lay under a tree on a sunny day
5. splash in puddles in rain boots
6. buy fresh flowers for my dorm
7. take a midnight walk and sit by Miller fountian
8. write outside
9. jog around campus
10. feed the ducks on the pond
11. slurpees
WMU's campus is wonderful during all the seasons. :) I love it.
but, alas I need to be responsible too. so here's my spring to-do list
1. spring cleaning galore
2. apply for fafsa
3. apply for scholarships
4. get a job
5. start packing/take half of my stuff home for spring break
6. midterms and exams
7. got to 2 poetry readings
8. edit my stories before my portfolio is due
9. work out, get in better shape
10. establish a major...
...not as fun. booo.
anywho, it's tuesday. the weather is making up for the general shittiness of tuesdays.
I'm going to go do my hair then eat lunch with my roommate.
Alvin Ailey dance thing tonight.
yaaay
-Lyndsey
seriously.
anywho, i had a good weekend. i hung out with miss calin blevins at her humble abode in hudsonville. we saw her high school put on Grease, ate alot of food, Watched some movies and T.V, went shopping, saw movies...
it was nice. it was relaxing.
yesterday was an alright day. I went to class and then went to CAB. I was exhausted last night, so I slept through my alarms/wake up texts this morning. Good thing Sangren is right next door.
I have nothing of real interest to day...
haha
I'm just excited that it's warm.
there are things i want to accomplish this spring while on campus...
here's a list.
1. picnic/take pictures of east campus
2. walk downtown
3. hit up the den for a denpop
4. lay under a tree on a sunny day
5. splash in puddles in rain boots
6. buy fresh flowers for my dorm
7. take a midnight walk and sit by Miller fountian
8. write outside
9. jog around campus
10. feed the ducks on the pond
11. slurpees
WMU's campus is wonderful during all the seasons. :) I love it.
but, alas I need to be responsible too. so here's my spring to-do list
1. spring cleaning galore
2. apply for fafsa
3. apply for scholarships
4. get a job
5. start packing/take half of my stuff home for spring break
6. midterms and exams
7. got to 2 poetry readings
8. edit my stories before my portfolio is due
9. work out, get in better shape
10. establish a major...
...not as fun. booo.
anywho, it's tuesday. the weather is making up for the general shittiness of tuesdays.
I'm going to go do my hair then eat lunch with my roommate.
Alvin Ailey dance thing tonight.
yaaay
-Lyndsey
Sunday, February 8, 2009
When I Find Myself In Times Of Trouble, Mother Mary Comes To Me, Speaking Words of Wisdom: "Let It Be"
Well this week has been really long, but really short at the same time. And I have no idea how that would ever work, but it was... And that makes no sense at all. So, I don't know. I do know that I've been kind of busy, so sorry for not posting sooner. So wanna hear about my week? Oh, yes I know you do... Let's face it, if you're reading this blog, you probs don't have much else to do. Haha. Okay so here we go:
Monday:
So Monday morning, I went on random adventures with my dad, ya know, instead of school. So I woke up an hour later than normal and went to Caribou, my dad buys something from Caribou literally every day, that seems like money that we could be saving.... And then after that we went to my orthodontist appointment. After that we went to this one little breakfast place we go to kinda often and I don't know where it is exactly... but yeah. So after that, we went down to Pontiac so I could get my tickets for AP Tour (which I'm pretty excited for). Then I went to school, and half the day was already over, I liked it. Well on Monday I also found out that my school district is in $7.5 million of a budget defecit, so they have to, ya know, come up with that much savings. And they were thinking they might make some cuts to the theatre program. And I was super pissed. So I spent my Monday evening getting the word out and trying to organize people to speak at this meeting thing the next day and to fill out a survey on this website, and support theatre and stuff. However, I could have spent a tich less of my time worrying about that, and a tich more time helping Lyndsey with some of the things she needed help with. So just in case you haven't figured it out, I was the said individual... But yeah, my self-centeredness is starting to be a problem. A BIG problem... I reallly need to work on that. And I don't think anyone expects me to change, but I should, and I don't think it would be right for me to be of the mind set that just because I've always been that way, it doesn't matter and I'll keep being that way. No, I need to change... I'll let you know how that's going....
Tuesday:
So Tuesday, I went to school, and rehearsal was canceled for the budget meeting thing. Well let me rephrase: The dance and acting rehearsals were canceled, the singing rehearsal (the one I was supposed to be at) was not, because the choir director is a cunt face. But I didn't go. I had more important things to do. So I went to this meeting thing, let me take a moment to clarify: The meeting was not just about cutting theatre's budget. It was the whole budget cut thing in total. There were about 75 items that they were looking at, theatre was only affected by 4. Okay so, I went to this meeting with the other theatre kids, and we made up about half of the people that showed up. And half of the people that spoke too. It was kind of funny how we just bombarded them with theatre, theatre, theatre, cuz we all went in a row to speak. So anyway, I was the first student called up, the first theatre speak called up, like the third person in total called up. I was a tich nervous, but good for me, I wrote down my thoughts, so I wouldn't be nervous. And I tried to add a bit of humor into it, and hopefully that worked? Okay, also let me stop to say this. Everyone knew I wanted to speak there. I was very adament that I wanted to speak. But the body language I got from everyone was "Fuck, I really hope he doesn't speak." And I don't get why. I mean, I know I wasn't the best speaker. But I didn't screw it up. I didn't make them want to cut theatre more from my speech. I mean what the fuck?! Ugh, that just really bothered me. I just want to know why everyone was so skeptical.... Anyway. So we spoke at the meeting, I think we were well received. After that I went to Nick's house. We ate pizza and really weird/awesome brownies. We played Halo. For 2 and a half hours. Haha, I felt really unproductive and lame, but awesome at the same time. I am so terrible at Halo, but I love that game. After that we started watching Mary Poppins, (yeah, you heard me, its a good movie okay?) which I had never seen before, until my mom came to pick me up.... Anyone want to finish watching that movie with me? haha.
Wednesday:
I don't remember anything particularly eventful happening on Wednesday..... I umm went to school. Went to rehearsal. And came home. Did homework........ That's probably about the extent of my Wednesday....
Thurdsay:
Pretty similar to Wednesday.....
Friday:
Well I got home from rehearsal. It was Friday night. So I start calling people trying to find out what I was going to do that night. Well, I made the discovery that I don't have that many friends. :( I was part of that one group for like two months, and I'm pretty sure I was just the Karen the whole time. (Dane Cook y/n?) I'm not invited to any of the get togethers any more. And it kinda sucks. And I hate not being part of a group. I guess I should just get over it. I have Lyndsey. And I have Bethany. And I can hang out with them without having to be a part of a group.... But still, it sucks. Oh well..... So yeah, I spent my Friday night... watching T.V.......
Saturday:
Saturday was an adventuresome day. I quite enjoyed it. I woke up and had Becca drive me to Adams to meet Sally for a can drive for Habitat for Humanity that some of the German clubbers were doing. (I just kinda went along for the ride, cuz I wanted to hang out with them) So we drove around, got cans from our friends houses, and rang doorbells of strangers to get cans and such. So we go to Busch's and find out that like a shit ton of the bottles we have aren't returnable (mainly the IBC bottles I brought from my house) so that sucked. and we ended up getting like $7... booooo. So then Paige called, who had told me that she didn't think she had any bottles when I called her, and said that she in fact, had a shit ton of bottles. So we were all like Yay! maybe another 3 bucks to round us off. So we get there. And Paige opens the garage, and there are bags of cans and bottles going up and down the side of her garage. Like $10 worth. Go her! and we also stopped at Sabrina's house to get some, and we ended up with like another $13 to make 20. That's pretty good right?.... Well it's not as horrible as $20. So then Becca dropped me off at Paige's house to hang out with her. So when I got there, we decided we should go to my house. Because it was empty, and that never happens at my house. So we played Guitar Hero and chatted, and ate a lot of Chex Mix. We decided to go meet Bethany at Caribou, so we did that and we sat there and talked for a while. While we were there Sally called us and asked to go to the Village, and we told her we'd leave soon and call her when we do. So we call her 45 minutes later, when we start heading over, but she didn't answer. So we just drive around for a while, waiting for her to call us back. When she does, we find that she is on a walk with her dog, and we come to pick her up, for we were driving around her neighborhood. So she and her dog get in the car, and we drive her the rest of the way home. She tells us to head over to the village, she'll tell her parents where she's going and follow us up there. So we get there, we sit in the Starbucks parking lot waiting for her, and then I get a text saying that she has to go out to dinner with her family and can't come. So then, we were like, "well fuck. what do we do now?" So I called Bethany again, and we went back over to her house. While there, I get a call from my mom saying that she has to come pick me up at 7:15 so that she could talk to all the kids at once. Well that could mean a lot of things. So the three of us ponder what it could be (cuz my mom wouldn't tell me on the phone) and Paige goes back home for dinner shortly after. Me and Bethany talk, at 7:15 I go home to find out what this thing is. My mom sits us all down and tells us that we are going to have regular family meetings so that we can improve our family dynamic. So I'm not sure how these are going to work out. They could be helpful, or they could be stupid and a pain. Only time will tell. After that Bethany's sister Olivia came with her to come pick me up, and take me back over to their house. I played board games with Bethany, Olivia, and her friend Lauren (who is fucking awesome, just btw) and they drove me back home later. And I watched SNL, and fell asleep. And that was my day. Thrilling huh? Well not really... but I enjoyed it... yup thats it... So hopefully this rediculously long post makes up for my lack of blogging this week?
-Will
Monday:
So Monday morning, I went on random adventures with my dad, ya know, instead of school. So I woke up an hour later than normal and went to Caribou, my dad buys something from Caribou literally every day, that seems like money that we could be saving.... And then after that we went to my orthodontist appointment. After that we went to this one little breakfast place we go to kinda often and I don't know where it is exactly... but yeah. So after that, we went down to Pontiac so I could get my tickets for AP Tour (which I'm pretty excited for). Then I went to school, and half the day was already over, I liked it. Well on Monday I also found out that my school district is in $7.5 million of a budget defecit, so they have to, ya know, come up with that much savings. And they were thinking they might make some cuts to the theatre program. And I was super pissed. So I spent my Monday evening getting the word out and trying to organize people to speak at this meeting thing the next day and to fill out a survey on this website, and support theatre and stuff. However, I could have spent a tich less of my time worrying about that, and a tich more time helping Lyndsey with some of the things she needed help with. So just in case you haven't figured it out, I was the said individual... But yeah, my self-centeredness is starting to be a problem. A BIG problem... I reallly need to work on that. And I don't think anyone expects me to change, but I should, and I don't think it would be right for me to be of the mind set that just because I've always been that way, it doesn't matter and I'll keep being that way. No, I need to change... I'll let you know how that's going....
Tuesday:
So Tuesday, I went to school, and rehearsal was canceled for the budget meeting thing. Well let me rephrase: The dance and acting rehearsals were canceled, the singing rehearsal (the one I was supposed to be at) was not, because the choir director is a cunt face. But I didn't go. I had more important things to do. So I went to this meeting thing, let me take a moment to clarify: The meeting was not just about cutting theatre's budget. It was the whole budget cut thing in total. There were about 75 items that they were looking at, theatre was only affected by 4. Okay so, I went to this meeting with the other theatre kids, and we made up about half of the people that showed up. And half of the people that spoke too. It was kind of funny how we just bombarded them with theatre, theatre, theatre, cuz we all went in a row to speak. So anyway, I was the first student called up, the first theatre speak called up, like the third person in total called up. I was a tich nervous, but good for me, I wrote down my thoughts, so I wouldn't be nervous. And I tried to add a bit of humor into it, and hopefully that worked? Okay, also let me stop to say this. Everyone knew I wanted to speak there. I was very adament that I wanted to speak. But the body language I got from everyone was "Fuck, I really hope he doesn't speak." And I don't get why. I mean, I know I wasn't the best speaker. But I didn't screw it up. I didn't make them want to cut theatre more from my speech. I mean what the fuck?! Ugh, that just really bothered me. I just want to know why everyone was so skeptical.... Anyway. So we spoke at the meeting, I think we were well received. After that I went to Nick's house. We ate pizza and really weird/awesome brownies. We played Halo. For 2 and a half hours. Haha, I felt really unproductive and lame, but awesome at the same time. I am so terrible at Halo, but I love that game. After that we started watching Mary Poppins, (yeah, you heard me, its a good movie okay?) which I had never seen before, until my mom came to pick me up.... Anyone want to finish watching that movie with me? haha.
Wednesday:
I don't remember anything particularly eventful happening on Wednesday..... I umm went to school. Went to rehearsal. And came home. Did homework........ That's probably about the extent of my Wednesday....
Thurdsay:
Pretty similar to Wednesday.....
Friday:
Well I got home from rehearsal. It was Friday night. So I start calling people trying to find out what I was going to do that night. Well, I made the discovery that I don't have that many friends. :( I was part of that one group for like two months, and I'm pretty sure I was just the Karen the whole time. (Dane Cook y/n?) I'm not invited to any of the get togethers any more. And it kinda sucks. And I hate not being part of a group. I guess I should just get over it. I have Lyndsey. And I have Bethany. And I can hang out with them without having to be a part of a group.... But still, it sucks. Oh well..... So yeah, I spent my Friday night... watching T.V.......
Saturday:
Saturday was an adventuresome day. I quite enjoyed it. I woke up and had Becca drive me to Adams to meet Sally for a can drive for Habitat for Humanity that some of the German clubbers were doing. (I just kinda went along for the ride, cuz I wanted to hang out with them) So we drove around, got cans from our friends houses, and rang doorbells of strangers to get cans and such. So we go to Busch's and find out that like a shit ton of the bottles we have aren't returnable (mainly the IBC bottles I brought from my house) so that sucked. and we ended up getting like $7... booooo. So then Paige called, who had told me that she didn't think she had any bottles when I called her, and said that she in fact, had a shit ton of bottles. So we were all like Yay! maybe another 3 bucks to round us off. So we get there. And Paige opens the garage, and there are bags of cans and bottles going up and down the side of her garage. Like $10 worth. Go her! and we also stopped at Sabrina's house to get some, and we ended up with like another $13 to make 20. That's pretty good right?.... Well it's not as horrible as $20. So then Becca dropped me off at Paige's house to hang out with her. So when I got there, we decided we should go to my house. Because it was empty, and that never happens at my house. So we played Guitar Hero and chatted, and ate a lot of Chex Mix. We decided to go meet Bethany at Caribou, so we did that and we sat there and talked for a while. While we were there Sally called us and asked to go to the Village, and we told her we'd leave soon and call her when we do. So we call her 45 minutes later, when we start heading over, but she didn't answer. So we just drive around for a while, waiting for her to call us back. When she does, we find that she is on a walk with her dog, and we come to pick her up, for we were driving around her neighborhood. So she and her dog get in the car, and we drive her the rest of the way home. She tells us to head over to the village, she'll tell her parents where she's going and follow us up there. So we get there, we sit in the Starbucks parking lot waiting for her, and then I get a text saying that she has to go out to dinner with her family and can't come. So then, we were like, "well fuck. what do we do now?" So I called Bethany again, and we went back over to her house. While there, I get a call from my mom saying that she has to come pick me up at 7:15 so that she could talk to all the kids at once. Well that could mean a lot of things. So the three of us ponder what it could be (cuz my mom wouldn't tell me on the phone) and Paige goes back home for dinner shortly after. Me and Bethany talk, at 7:15 I go home to find out what this thing is. My mom sits us all down and tells us that we are going to have regular family meetings so that we can improve our family dynamic. So I'm not sure how these are going to work out. They could be helpful, or they could be stupid and a pain. Only time will tell. After that Bethany's sister Olivia came with her to come pick me up, and take me back over to their house. I played board games with Bethany, Olivia, and her friend Lauren (who is fucking awesome, just btw) and they drove me back home later. And I watched SNL, and fell asleep. And that was my day. Thrilling huh? Well not really... but I enjoyed it... yup thats it... So hopefully this rediculously long post makes up for my lack of blogging this week?
-Will
Saturday, February 7, 2009
LAME.
Will hasn't written anything in a week. I've been writing like crazy.
He needs to write. Will, if you read this, you need to write. k thanks.
:)
that's it.
goodnight.
-lyndsey.
He needs to write. Will, if you read this, you need to write. k thanks.
:)
that's it.
goodnight.
-lyndsey.
Friday, February 6, 2009
So I say we'll set this world on fire.
I am officially in love with Mercy Mercedes.
just, FYI
Oh Hey! a Poem!
that's much more optimistic than the previous.
let's run.
run through the streets, down to the river.
dancing, laughing the whole way.
let's dance.
dance through the city.
let the colored lights sparkle in our eyes.
let's drive.
drive to somewhere new.
somewhere where they can't catch us,
where we can have this all unfold.
let's sing.
sing until our voices grow hoarse.
until our throats turn raw and all we can manage is a whisper.
let's watch.
watch the sky grow darker.
filling up with unmade wishes and spinning stars.
let's dream.
eyes closed, determination in our hearts.
rest our heads with the vision of our names in headlines.
let's listen
let the music surround us, capture our hearts.
placing a melody inside, a rythym for life.
So c'mon, let's grab our coats and shoes.
grab that mix tape, and leave a note.
we're leaving through that open door.
let's go.
let's dance.
let's dream.
for something real, something more.
Going to Calin's for the weekend, I shall update on sundayyyy.
-Lyndsey
just, FYI
Oh Hey! a Poem!
that's much more optimistic than the previous.
let's run.
run through the streets, down to the river.
dancing, laughing the whole way.
let's dance.
dance through the city.
let the colored lights sparkle in our eyes.
let's drive.
drive to somewhere new.
somewhere where they can't catch us,
where we can have this all unfold.
let's sing.
sing until our voices grow hoarse.
until our throats turn raw and all we can manage is a whisper.
let's watch.
watch the sky grow darker.
filling up with unmade wishes and spinning stars.
let's dream.
eyes closed, determination in our hearts.
rest our heads with the vision of our names in headlines.
let's listen
let the music surround us, capture our hearts.
placing a melody inside, a rythym for life.
So c'mon, let's grab our coats and shoes.
grab that mix tape, and leave a note.
we're leaving through that open door.
let's go.
let's dance.
let's dream.
for something real, something more.
Going to Calin's for the weekend, I shall update on sundayyyy.
-Lyndsey
Thursday, February 5, 2009
much better today.
so, today was a whole lot better than every other day this week.
beecaauuussseeeeee
1. Bamb-fucking-boozle road show! fuck! Will and I are going! It's official! and, Epic!
;flns;lnsl;sn;lnl; shit im excited
2. My 2nd short story was a little bit better than the first
3. I worked out today.
4. It's thursday
5. They had the spinach dip stuff in the caf.
6. my hair is being super nice
7. I'm venturing to Calin's homefront tomorrow
8. It's the weekend
9. One weekend closer to spring break
10. I only have one class tomorrow
11. I got my homework done at 1 pm, yes PM today
um, that's basically it. i'm sleepy. so i'm going to...sleep.
goodnight!
beecaauuussseeeeee
1. Bamb-fucking-boozle road show! fuck! Will and I are going! It's official! and, Epic!
;flns;lnsl;sn;lnl; shit im excited
2. My 2nd short story was a little bit better than the first
3. I worked out today.
4. It's thursday
5. They had the spinach dip stuff in the caf.
6. my hair is being super nice
7. I'm venturing to Calin's homefront tomorrow
8. It's the weekend
9. One weekend closer to spring break
10. I only have one class tomorrow
11. I got my homework done at 1 pm, yes PM today
um, that's basically it. i'm sleepy. so i'm going to...sleep.
goodnight!
wha-whaaat?
hahahaha
my last poem thing makes no sense.
aka-i should never be allowed to write past 2 am.
my last poem thing makes no sense.
aka-i should never be allowed to write past 2 am.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
poem that doesn't make sense because it's 2 am and i hate holistics.
the two o clock hour is threatening me
i chose to wait, again.
i'm too tired to think of anything with substance.
but i can't sleep. so i sit awake, and think of faded memories
"do you remember?" is the phrase in my head on repeat
like an overplayed song on the radio.
sweet perfume dances through the air, reminding me of summertime
the sunny days, the careless nights
less work, easier times.
so much has changed through these past few months.
the summer fades like photographs, bleached out by it's own blinding light.
it will come again, i promise
but the discomfort of winter still prevails, it never seems to weaken
the flakes that once danced gracefully have turned violent
the cool breeze is now piercing
the clouds of breath have become a fog.
this blizzard keeps blinding me
when the sun shines through, i run, only to find another avalanche.
it's too cold to care, too numb
but summer will come, it will be warm again.
the light will break though
the branches will blossom, the flowers will bloom
we will dance again, and the sky will be bright again
there will be light in our eyes again
the nights will be full of stars, not snow
our days filled with love, not lonliness.
the dawn will break.
but it will just take a little bit longer
for this numb to fade
for this ice to thaw
for the snow to melt
and to be free.
i chose to wait, again.
i'm too tired to think of anything with substance.
but i can't sleep. so i sit awake, and think of faded memories
"do you remember?" is the phrase in my head on repeat
like an overplayed song on the radio.
sweet perfume dances through the air, reminding me of summertime
the sunny days, the careless nights
less work, easier times.
so much has changed through these past few months.
the summer fades like photographs, bleached out by it's own blinding light.
it will come again, i promise
but the discomfort of winter still prevails, it never seems to weaken
the flakes that once danced gracefully have turned violent
the cool breeze is now piercing
the clouds of breath have become a fog.
this blizzard keeps blinding me
when the sun shines through, i run, only to find another avalanche.
it's too cold to care, too numb
but summer will come, it will be warm again.
the light will break though
the branches will blossom, the flowers will bloom
we will dance again, and the sky will be bright again
there will be light in our eyes again
the nights will be full of stars, not snow
our days filled with love, not lonliness.
the dawn will break.
but it will just take a little bit longer
for this numb to fade
for this ice to thaw
for the snow to melt
and to be free.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
But he thinks its just one more sunset.
I blog alot more than Will does. but probably have less time to.
whatever.
I've had and awful day so far.
Well, I mean on the grand scheme of things, it was just kind of crappy, but I like to be dramatic and girly, it was awful. shall we start the complaining? yes
I woke up at 7ish after falling asleep around 3. my evening last night was filled frustrating writer's block and just a bad attitude all around. I hate feeling so negative about things but I get super moody and cranky when I can't think of anything to write.
Anywho, i woke up around 7 for my 8:00 class. I got dressed, put on some makeup, etc. first of all, I look like shit. I'm the type of person who wants everything to be visually appealing, and when something about my isn't visually appealing, I get frustrated. I know that sounds shallow, but it's one of my flaws that tends to kick my ass.
Then I went to go brush my teeth in the bathroom and I turned on the sink and the water is, in fact, brown. Wow, thank you WMU. So I had to wait until after class to brush my teeth and make sure the water would be clear.
I went to class and it was all about mind-body connection. and of course, we meditated, but I couldn't today. Every time I closed my eyes another worry, memory, or chore would pop up in my mind. It didn't help that I thought I had a huge project due this morning and I thought i had forgot about it. good thing it's due thursday....
so my body did the whole "fight-flight?" thing? where your body is on guard because you're so stressed so that you become all tense and your heart races and stuff...well apparently that happened. And I've been anxiety filled and shakey and worried all day because of that. Apparently after that wears off you crash and are completely exhausted. awesome. That'd be alright if, you know...I had time to sleep.
After class I came back and attempted to write my story, but grew frustrated with my writing and had another whopping round of writer's block. I also was growing frustrated with the smell of my room (hot sauce and cinnamon room spray and popcorn...yum?) and certian individuals who...well...were being frustrating. ugh. whatever. I'm still a titch mad and frustrated with said inviduals, but it's not like anything is going to change.
At least my Geo lab was easy. Identifying rocks isn't too difficult. But I got back from my Lab and I realized I forgot to eat today...but I don't have time. which sucks too. And I have no appetite. I don't know. I think I'm on the verge of my first, real, college level breakdown.
I think I'm just really frustrated with myself. I keep stuff bottled inside, I'm majorly flawed. I have alot of issues that may be beginning to bubble to the surface.
welcome to college....
-Lyndsey.
whatever.
I've had and awful day so far.
Well, I mean on the grand scheme of things, it was just kind of crappy, but I like to be dramatic and girly, it was awful. shall we start the complaining? yes
I woke up at 7ish after falling asleep around 3. my evening last night was filled frustrating writer's block and just a bad attitude all around. I hate feeling so negative about things but I get super moody and cranky when I can't think of anything to write.
Anywho, i woke up around 7 for my 8:00 class. I got dressed, put on some makeup, etc. first of all, I look like shit. I'm the type of person who wants everything to be visually appealing, and when something about my isn't visually appealing, I get frustrated. I know that sounds shallow, but it's one of my flaws that tends to kick my ass.
Then I went to go brush my teeth in the bathroom and I turned on the sink and the water is, in fact, brown. Wow, thank you WMU. So I had to wait until after class to brush my teeth and make sure the water would be clear.
I went to class and it was all about mind-body connection. and of course, we meditated, but I couldn't today. Every time I closed my eyes another worry, memory, or chore would pop up in my mind. It didn't help that I thought I had a huge project due this morning and I thought i had forgot about it. good thing it's due thursday....
so my body did the whole "fight-flight?" thing? where your body is on guard because you're so stressed so that you become all tense and your heart races and stuff...well apparently that happened. And I've been anxiety filled and shakey and worried all day because of that. Apparently after that wears off you crash and are completely exhausted. awesome. That'd be alright if, you know...I had time to sleep.
After class I came back and attempted to write my story, but grew frustrated with my writing and had another whopping round of writer's block. I also was growing frustrated with the smell of my room (hot sauce and cinnamon room spray and popcorn...yum?) and certian individuals who...well...were being frustrating. ugh. whatever. I'm still a titch mad and frustrated with said inviduals, but it's not like anything is going to change.
At least my Geo lab was easy. Identifying rocks isn't too difficult. But I got back from my Lab and I realized I forgot to eat today...but I don't have time. which sucks too. And I have no appetite. I don't know. I think I'm on the verge of my first, real, college level breakdown.
I think I'm just really frustrated with myself. I keep stuff bottled inside, I'm majorly flawed. I have alot of issues that may be beginning to bubble to the surface.
welcome to college....
-Lyndsey.
Monday, February 2, 2009
And I borrow phrases, from dusty, faded, record sleeves...
...The story is the same.I've just personalized the name.
I don't have much to say. I'm going to complain. get the fuck over it. it's my turn for once.
It's 1:19 am.
I'm frustrated with my writing.
I have class at 8 am
my short story is due at 6 pm tomorrow
my computer may/probs has a virus because of tainted the rocket summer files.
I in fact, have no money
Theatre may be cut out at the schools at home.
My hair is frizzy.
My room smells like hot sauce
Tomorrow is tuesday
My best friend is mad at me/ I'm mad at him
I'm too fiesty.
I'm sick of caf food.
It's snowing.
I have no appetite. again.
My writing class makes me self concious.
My clothes are all uncomfortable
My boots have huge salt stains.
I have writer's block galore.
This was stupid....and self centered. and bitchy.
WHATEVER. I'm allowed to do that once in a while.
fuck.
this was stupid. like i said. and will porbably be deleted soon.
goodnight.
-Lyndsey
I don't have much to say. I'm going to complain. get the fuck over it. it's my turn for once.
It's 1:19 am.
I'm frustrated with my writing.
I have class at 8 am
my short story is due at 6 pm tomorrow
my computer may/probs has a virus because of tainted the rocket summer files.
I in fact, have no money
Theatre may be cut out at the schools at home.
My hair is frizzy.
My room smells like hot sauce
Tomorrow is tuesday
My best friend is mad at me/ I'm mad at him
I'm too fiesty.
I'm sick of caf food.
It's snowing.
I have no appetite. again.
My writing class makes me self concious.
My clothes are all uncomfortable
My boots have huge salt stains.
I have writer's block galore.
This was stupid....and self centered. and bitchy.
WHATEVER. I'm allowed to do that once in a while.
fuck.
this was stupid. like i said. and will porbably be deleted soon.
goodnight.
-Lyndsey
Sunday, February 1, 2009
P.S.
Make Will happy, Poll it up.
the poll not on the side with the ridiculous amount of album names, not an actual metal rod.
but they're not the same seeing the thing on the side is p-o-l-l, and the metal rod is p-o-l-e
whatever, just do it.
:)
-Lyndsey
the poll not on the side with the ridiculous amount of album names, not an actual metal rod.
but they're not the same seeing the thing on the side is p-o-l-l, and the metal rod is p-o-l-e
whatever, just do it.
:)
-Lyndsey
pack your things, we'll skip this town.
I enjoy a weekend at home. and it was a balmy 35 degrees today. too bad I feel like a luxury liner train hit me.
anywho, my weekend was lovely! I got on the train on friday afternoon. Get this, the train pulled up to the station, and it was a classy, double decker train! that train was the shit! they had recliner seats with footrests and everything! amtrack is getting classy.
on the train i sat next to a salty, starbucks sipping-angry-that-his-writing-talents-are-wasted-on-writing-for-the-man-and-not-the-revolution-and-likes-to-rock-a-soul-patch middle aged man. ugh. i ignored him for the duration of his trip, but i was writing and i felt like he was reading my writing and silently judging me. but, you know. whatever. after i felt his peering eyes i decided a nap was a better option.
friday night I had a girly night with Kelsey. Twas quite fun. We had dinner at Noodles and Co (classy dining according to Jack Barakat. yes, i just made a jack barakat reference.) and caught up on the happenings of Rochester and Kalamazoo. After this we grabbed starbucks and walked around the village, ate fries in McDonald's parking lot, then went to a late movie. :)
Saturday was a fun day. I woke up, showered, ate, the usual. Will came over. We hung out at my house for a bit. I made him hot chocolate because i felt like I needed to in my outfit. I was wearing sweater boots and a big Grandpa Cardigan. I felt it was appropriate. Then Arielle called so we both talked to her on speaker phone. that was fun. I miss her too much.
After this we ventured to Parisian with my mom and then Lipuma's for delicious fries. haha.
We returned home, made a mix tape for january, drove around and listened to said mix tape, bought brownie mix, made brownies....they were tasty!
after that, well, kids, you read Will's blog. that wasn't fun. Well, it was fun, I think...until things got too sloppy for my liking. and it just grew exhausting and I was tired and Will wasn't doing too well and i felt bad. geez...never again.
haha. good lord. we're lame.
But today was an..alright day. I woke up and ventured to Panera for breaky with Valerie. I didn't feel too good so I just kind of picked at my sandwich, but it was nice to catch up with Val. this whole not seeing each other for months thing is a bitch. I love that with Val we can just sit and talk for hours or go cause mayhem in Chicago. No matter what, it's always fun. We're both pretty damn pumped for the Fall Out Boy concert. (and p.s. Will, you wouldn't be a burden at all. psh) Cobra is the one band she has been dying to see so Val's pretty psyched. and i think All Time Low again is something i can definitely handle. and oh yeah, that other band, fall out boy will be there too. ;)
Good things are beginning to come about. "it's all happening"
Anywho, after breakfast with Valerie, I packed up my things and cleaned my room. then met Will at Caribou for coffee and then walked around the Village. well...whole foods. haha. God, I miss that kid already. being away from him for months at a time, like I said with Valerie, is a huge bitch. really, who else am I going to walk around a grocery store for a half an hour and make it fun? ugh. why must kalamazoo be so far away? lame. no deal michigan, no deal.
I visited my grandparents briefly today before i went to the train station. that was nice. I love them. I think over spring break I'm going to spend the night there a couple of times, just because. They're fun. I miss them when I'm at school.
The train bringing me back to Kalamazoo was a luxury liner too. classy! Krystal got on in Ann Arbor and we sat (and reclined in our luxury seats!) and talked. then we watched Beauty and The Beast on her lappy. Then we got Wendy's when we got back to Kzoo.
I was greeted by a door decoration of a picture of Jack Barakat when i got back to my room. haha. we had to put down our "celebrity crush", even though 54 people know who the hell he is.
but it made me smile, regardless. haha.
I've been sitting at my laptop making to do lists for the week and trying to think of short story ideas. I'm too tired to think of anything good. I'll write tomorrow.
mondays are lame, but not nearly as lame as tuesdays...
that's pretty much it.
playlist....
february air-lights
shiksa (girlfriend)-say anything
lullabies-all time low
up, up, and away-romance on a rocketship
trouble-nevershoutnever
goodnight all.
-Lyndsey.
anywho, my weekend was lovely! I got on the train on friday afternoon. Get this, the train pulled up to the station, and it was a classy, double decker train! that train was the shit! they had recliner seats with footrests and everything! amtrack is getting classy.
on the train i sat next to a salty, starbucks sipping-angry-that-his-writing-talents-are-wasted-on-writing-for-the-man-and-not-the-revolution-and-likes-to-rock-a-soul-patch middle aged man. ugh. i ignored him for the duration of his trip, but i was writing and i felt like he was reading my writing and silently judging me. but, you know. whatever. after i felt his peering eyes i decided a nap was a better option.
friday night I had a girly night with Kelsey. Twas quite fun. We had dinner at Noodles and Co (classy dining according to Jack Barakat. yes, i just made a jack barakat reference.) and caught up on the happenings of Rochester and Kalamazoo. After this we grabbed starbucks and walked around the village, ate fries in McDonald's parking lot, then went to a late movie. :)
Saturday was a fun day. I woke up, showered, ate, the usual. Will came over. We hung out at my house for a bit. I made him hot chocolate because i felt like I needed to in my outfit. I was wearing sweater boots and a big Grandpa Cardigan. I felt it was appropriate. Then Arielle called so we both talked to her on speaker phone. that was fun. I miss her too much.
After this we ventured to Parisian with my mom and then Lipuma's for delicious fries. haha.
We returned home, made a mix tape for january, drove around and listened to said mix tape, bought brownie mix, made brownies....they were tasty!
after that, well, kids, you read Will's blog. that wasn't fun. Well, it was fun, I think...until things got too sloppy for my liking. and it just grew exhausting and I was tired and Will wasn't doing too well and i felt bad. geez...never again.
haha. good lord. we're lame.
But today was an..alright day. I woke up and ventured to Panera for breaky with Valerie. I didn't feel too good so I just kind of picked at my sandwich, but it was nice to catch up with Val. this whole not seeing each other for months thing is a bitch. I love that with Val we can just sit and talk for hours or go cause mayhem in Chicago. No matter what, it's always fun. We're both pretty damn pumped for the Fall Out Boy concert. (and p.s. Will, you wouldn't be a burden at all. psh) Cobra is the one band she has been dying to see so Val's pretty psyched. and i think All Time Low again is something i can definitely handle. and oh yeah, that other band, fall out boy will be there too. ;)
Good things are beginning to come about. "it's all happening"
Anywho, after breakfast with Valerie, I packed up my things and cleaned my room. then met Will at Caribou for coffee and then walked around the Village. well...whole foods. haha. God, I miss that kid already. being away from him for months at a time, like I said with Valerie, is a huge bitch. really, who else am I going to walk around a grocery store for a half an hour and make it fun? ugh. why must kalamazoo be so far away? lame. no deal michigan, no deal.
I visited my grandparents briefly today before i went to the train station. that was nice. I love them. I think over spring break I'm going to spend the night there a couple of times, just because. They're fun. I miss them when I'm at school.
The train bringing me back to Kalamazoo was a luxury liner too. classy! Krystal got on in Ann Arbor and we sat (and reclined in our luxury seats!) and talked. then we watched Beauty and The Beast on her lappy. Then we got Wendy's when we got back to Kzoo.
I was greeted by a door decoration of a picture of Jack Barakat when i got back to my room. haha. we had to put down our "celebrity crush", even though 54 people know who the hell he is.
but it made me smile, regardless. haha.
I've been sitting at my laptop making to do lists for the week and trying to think of short story ideas. I'm too tired to think of anything good. I'll write tomorrow.
mondays are lame, but not nearly as lame as tuesdays...
that's pretty much it.
playlist....
february air-lights
shiksa (girlfriend)-say anything
lullabies-all time low
up, up, and away-romance on a rocketship
trouble-nevershoutnever
goodnight all.
-Lyndsey.
I'll never let you go. Don't ever forget. Tell me you'll remember. Forever young.
I have had an... interesting weekend. Lyndsey came home. I spent the day with her yesterday. And I saw her again breifly today. Ummm I don't even know where to start with this..... Well....
Me and Bethany had another fight, that we resolved today. I hate fighting with her. It takes a toll on me emotionally, and they always end up being something dumb, like a major miscommunication. Idk, it's just sad when we fight. I don't like it.
Ummm I engaged in some unadvisable activities with Lyndsey last night. I threw up three times at her house. Ugh, that's going on the list of things I'm giving up for Lent.
Speaking of, I'm giving up meat for Lent. Its gonna be very difficult. My mom thinks I don't take care of myself. I know she's kind of right, and I should take better care of myself, but I don't think that I treat myself badly.... She thinks I don't eat... I should eat more... Its a problem.
I miss Lyndsey... again. Haha. She needs to come home for longer durations of time... I don't have anything to say, well no that's a lie, I just don't want to type it all out.... I probably should though.... I just need an idea of where to start....
I guess at the beginning? After school on Friday, I went to the ticketmaster place at FYE at Great Lakes, because my mom won't use her credit card for anything, it's weird. So I went to check if Believers Never Die Tour was sold out for the floor, which it was. So that sucks. Because I wanted to go to that with Lyndsey. But it's probs for the best, cuz she's going with her other friend Val, and I don't want to intrude, and I probs would be if I went with them. Ahhh well.... I got a ticket for Bamboozle Road Show, and I'm going to get one for AP tour hopefully tomorrow (they don't sell them on ticket master apparently). So I have to go to the Crofoot to get it.
HSUg;lhda,us! A really good song just came on my iTunes. It's called Hallelujah by Rufus Wainwright. It is sooooooo good! It's from the Shrek soundtrack, lol. A bunch of the theatre kids sing it a lot, because Jim can play it on the piano and he does that a lot.... And, side note, when I went to go see Paramore last fall, when they started their song called Hallelujah, Hayley sang the first verse of this song first, it was awesomeeee! Here are the lyrics, in case you want them:
I've heard there was a secret chord,
that David played and it pleased the Lord.
But you don't really care for music, do you?
It goes like this: the fourth; the fifth
The minor fall; the major lift
The baffled King composing Hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Your faith was strong, but you needed proof.
You saw her bathing on the roof.
Her beauty in the moonlight overthrew you.
She tied you to a kitchen chair.
She broke your throne, and she cut your hair.
And from your lips she drew the hallelujah.
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Maybe I've been here before.
I've seen this room, I've walked this floor.
I used to live alone, before I knew you.
I've seen your flag on the marble arch.
Love is not a victory march.
It's a cold and its a broken hallelujah.
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
There was a time when you let me know
What's real and going on below
But now you never show it to me, do you?
And remember when I moved in you
The Holy Dark was moving too
And every breath we drew was hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Maybe there's a God above
And all I ever learned from love
Was how to shoot at someone who outdrew you
And it's not a cry you can hear at night
It's not somebody who's seen the light
It's a cold and it's a broken hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Idk... I just like that song.... it reminds me of Nick. Haha, well that's enough for now, i guess. I think I'm gonna post more often starting now. I should, idk. I need to get more comfortable at venting through this thing. Haha. Peace out.
-Will
P.S. I posted a new poll. Please vote on it. And just btw, I forgot to put the artist on the album "It Won't Be Soon Before Long," well its Maroon 5, in case you wanted to know. :)
Me and Bethany had another fight, that we resolved today. I hate fighting with her. It takes a toll on me emotionally, and they always end up being something dumb, like a major miscommunication. Idk, it's just sad when we fight. I don't like it.
Ummm I engaged in some unadvisable activities with Lyndsey last night. I threw up three times at her house. Ugh, that's going on the list of things I'm giving up for Lent.
Speaking of, I'm giving up meat for Lent. Its gonna be very difficult. My mom thinks I don't take care of myself. I know she's kind of right, and I should take better care of myself, but I don't think that I treat myself badly.... She thinks I don't eat... I should eat more... Its a problem.
I miss Lyndsey... again. Haha. She needs to come home for longer durations of time... I don't have anything to say, well no that's a lie, I just don't want to type it all out.... I probably should though.... I just need an idea of where to start....
I guess at the beginning? After school on Friday, I went to the ticketmaster place at FYE at Great Lakes, because my mom won't use her credit card for anything, it's weird. So I went to check if Believers Never Die Tour was sold out for the floor, which it was. So that sucks. Because I wanted to go to that with Lyndsey. But it's probs for the best, cuz she's going with her other friend Val, and I don't want to intrude, and I probs would be if I went with them. Ahhh well.... I got a ticket for Bamboozle Road Show, and I'm going to get one for AP tour hopefully tomorrow (they don't sell them on ticket master apparently). So I have to go to the Crofoot to get it.
HSUg;lhda,us! A really good song just came on my iTunes. It's called Hallelujah by Rufus Wainwright. It is sooooooo good! It's from the Shrek soundtrack, lol. A bunch of the theatre kids sing it a lot, because Jim can play it on the piano and he does that a lot.... And, side note, when I went to go see Paramore last fall, when they started their song called Hallelujah, Hayley sang the first verse of this song first, it was awesomeeee! Here are the lyrics, in case you want them:
I've heard there was a secret chord,
that David played and it pleased the Lord.
But you don't really care for music, do you?
It goes like this: the fourth; the fifth
The minor fall; the major lift
The baffled King composing Hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Your faith was strong, but you needed proof.
You saw her bathing on the roof.
Her beauty in the moonlight overthrew you.
She tied you to a kitchen chair.
She broke your throne, and she cut your hair.
And from your lips she drew the hallelujah.
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Maybe I've been here before.
I've seen this room, I've walked this floor.
I used to live alone, before I knew you.
I've seen your flag on the marble arch.
Love is not a victory march.
It's a cold and its a broken hallelujah.
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
There was a time when you let me know
What's real and going on below
But now you never show it to me, do you?
And remember when I moved in you
The Holy Dark was moving too
And every breath we drew was hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Maybe there's a God above
And all I ever learned from love
Was how to shoot at someone who outdrew you
And it's not a cry you can hear at night
It's not somebody who's seen the light
It's a cold and it's a broken hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Idk... I just like that song.... it reminds me of Nick. Haha, well that's enough for now, i guess. I think I'm gonna post more often starting now. I should, idk. I need to get more comfortable at venting through this thing. Haha. Peace out.
-Will
P.S. I posted a new poll. Please vote on it. And just btw, I forgot to put the artist on the album "It Won't Be Soon Before Long," well its Maroon 5, in case you wanted to know. :)
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
let's sway, while colored lights light up your face.
I'm listening to David Bowie. one day, I'm gonna pull a Ziggy Stardust and wear crazy makeup and dance around in neon clothing.
I'm excited to venture homeward for the weekend.
so um, this summer. i have a few ideas of what i would like to do. shall i list them? yes.
get my nosed pierced.
dance around to crazy 80's music in 80's attire
get a job. a cool job.
see more local shows
look for internships for next summer
get healthier/run in matching tracksuits with will. :) haha
slurpees.
walk around at sunset nightly
have a bonfire
stay out all night
go to a dance club with kelsey
get furniture/plates/houseware/things for my apartment
concerts galore
watch good movies
paint a picture
star gaze
go to new york
that's it. more later.
I'm excited to venture homeward for the weekend.
so um, this summer. i have a few ideas of what i would like to do. shall i list them? yes.
get my nosed pierced.
dance around to crazy 80's music in 80's attire
get a job. a cool job.
see more local shows
look for internships for next summer
get healthier/run in matching tracksuits with will. :) haha
slurpees.
walk around at sunset nightly
have a bonfire
stay out all night
go to a dance club with kelsey
get furniture/plates/houseware/things for my apartment
concerts galore
watch good movies
paint a picture
star gaze
go to new york
that's it. more later.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
I wanna be more than a story to tell your friends.
Alright. So I need to get to bed right now. But I haven't posted in too long. So for the three to four people who read this. I am doing alright. Rehearsal is alright. School is alright. Life is alright. There is really nothing of interest to speak of.
Lyndsey is coming home this weekend. That is quite exciting! :D So I'm gonna go see a Chorus Line on Friday. Which is apparently quite raunchy. And I'm seeing it with my mom, brother, and neighbor. Seriously, there is a song about this girl's tits and ass. Seriously, that's what she says. Tits and ass. Funnnnn. I think I'm gonna sit next to my neighbor. Haha.
So I will blog more extensively soon. Just basically saying, I'm okay, nothing of extreme interest going on. K bye.
Lyndsey is coming home this weekend. That is quite exciting! :D So I'm gonna go see a Chorus Line on Friday. Which is apparently quite raunchy. And I'm seeing it with my mom, brother, and neighbor. Seriously, there is a song about this girl's tits and ass. Seriously, that's what she says. Tits and ass. Funnnnn. I think I'm gonna sit next to my neighbor. Haha.
So I will blog more extensively soon. Just basically saying, I'm okay, nothing of extreme interest going on. K bye.
the word it out, this town it never sleeps.
today was a good day
because today was a busy day. i prefer busy days over days where i just sit around.
I woke up early for my 8:00 class. i kind of just threw on a sweater and scarf and called it a day in the clothing department. i don't think i've taken off my boots once today.
class was oh so boring. my prof was telling us that meat is bad and so are non organic foods. same with cereal and anything remotely sweet. basically we should all eat grass? in protest to this, i went and ate sausage and hashbrowns for breakfast after class and listened to the today show.
Geology was superbly exciting...meh. we did out computer thing and our lab, but we got out early, which was nice.
i like my lab partners, they're all really chill and we work quickly. which is nice.
i had to read these short stories for my english class today. they were all really good. i love that class.
my story was workshopped today. i was incredibly nervous before that class, and of course, i was late, so when i walked in i sat down then had to read. i hate reading aloud. it makes me anxious.
but luckily my story was well recieved, and all i need to to is fix the order and just put more detail into it.
i had coffee with Luke at Dino's. Luke is one of my favorite people, and not only because he's my brother, but he's genuinely a cool individual. he was listening to motion city soundtrack in the car, he's very opininated, outspoken, and hilatious. i appreciate his imput.
we talked about various things. it was fun.
my mocha at Dino's was in fact, the most delicious thing i've had in weeks. they have the best mochas.
i came back to my dorm. Laura told me she's going to fall out boy. yay! haha
i bought my train tickets today! i'm going home to sit around and do nothing with Will, be wreckless with Val, and be girly with Kelsey.
superbowl sunday!
today was awesome bacause of...
mochas
getting out of lab early
new TAI ringtone
a day closer to Fall Out Boy
a day closer to spring.
tuesday's overrrr
im going home
too lazy to think of a playlist
because today was a busy day. i prefer busy days over days where i just sit around.
I woke up early for my 8:00 class. i kind of just threw on a sweater and scarf and called it a day in the clothing department. i don't think i've taken off my boots once today.
class was oh so boring. my prof was telling us that meat is bad and so are non organic foods. same with cereal and anything remotely sweet. basically we should all eat grass? in protest to this, i went and ate sausage and hashbrowns for breakfast after class and listened to the today show.
Geology was superbly exciting...meh. we did out computer thing and our lab, but we got out early, which was nice.
i like my lab partners, they're all really chill and we work quickly. which is nice.
i had to read these short stories for my english class today. they were all really good. i love that class.
my story was workshopped today. i was incredibly nervous before that class, and of course, i was late, so when i walked in i sat down then had to read. i hate reading aloud. it makes me anxious.
but luckily my story was well recieved, and all i need to to is fix the order and just put more detail into it.
i had coffee with Luke at Dino's. Luke is one of my favorite people, and not only because he's my brother, but he's genuinely a cool individual. he was listening to motion city soundtrack in the car, he's very opininated, outspoken, and hilatious. i appreciate his imput.
we talked about various things. it was fun.
my mocha at Dino's was in fact, the most delicious thing i've had in weeks. they have the best mochas.
i came back to my dorm. Laura told me she's going to fall out boy. yay! haha
i bought my train tickets today! i'm going home to sit around and do nothing with Will, be wreckless with Val, and be girly with Kelsey.
superbowl sunday!
today was awesome bacause of...
mochas
getting out of lab early
new TAI ringtone
a day closer to Fall Out Boy
a day closer to spring.
tuesday's overrrr
im going home
too lazy to think of a playlist
Friday, January 23, 2009
you know you shine so bright
Will and I suck at updating this thing.
it's been a week.
So this week was boring, tiring, class filled, cold.
it was pretty mundane.
I worked out today. yay!
I made a sweet playlist for it too
it was intense.
so this blog is gonna consist of some Sally inspired lists.
:)
6 things I adore
Owls
Grandpa Sweaters
Twinkle lights
Dino's
Cloudy cool days without snow
lumberjack shirts
things i need to do this weekend
sleep
write short story #2
clean
do dishes
organize binders
call my brother
buy fall out boy tickets
buy train tickets
my room smells like popcorn
but i didn't make popcorn
i just downloaded this band-they're called romance on a rocketship
good stuff
i love random indie music that like, 2 people have heard of
i love indie music in genera
i'm too tired to say anything of substance.
it's been a week.
So this week was boring, tiring, class filled, cold.
it was pretty mundane.
I worked out today. yay!
I made a sweet playlist for it too
it was intense.
so this blog is gonna consist of some Sally inspired lists.
:)
6 things I adore
Owls
Grandpa Sweaters
Twinkle lights
Dino's
Cloudy cool days without snow
lumberjack shirts
things i need to do this weekend
sleep
write short story #2
clean
do dishes
organize binders
call my brother
buy fall out boy tickets
buy train tickets
my room smells like popcorn
but i didn't make popcorn
i just downloaded this band-they're called romance on a rocketship
good stuff
i love random indie music that like, 2 people have heard of
i love indie music in genera
i'm too tired to say anything of substance.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Will you come again? It's hard to say. I surely hope so.
So I'm at one of my favorite places in the world right now. Bethany's house again. Seriously, this place ranks right up there with the AHS auditorium, and that is saying something. I feel so welcome here, and I love the Olson family.
For those of you that have the misfortune of not knowing an Olson, this is what they are like: The first thing you notice about the Olsons is their music. They love all the 60s and 70s music and music that reminds them of it. Seriously, if you like Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Janis Joplin, and the like, you are set at the Olson residence.
As Mrs. Olson told me today, "there are no strangers in this house." I basically came in during a family reunion, and didn't really feel awkward at all. Idk what I can say, but this place is heaven. :D
Okay, I've got to go back to dancing across their living room. And making a fool of myself. As I love to do with the Olsons.
-Will
For those of you that have the misfortune of not knowing an Olson, this is what they are like: The first thing you notice about the Olsons is their music. They love all the 60s and 70s music and music that reminds them of it. Seriously, if you like Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Janis Joplin, and the like, you are set at the Olson residence.
As Mrs. Olson told me today, "there are no strangers in this house." I basically came in during a family reunion, and didn't really feel awkward at all. Idk what I can say, but this place is heaven. :D
Okay, I've got to go back to dancing across their living room. And making a fool of myself. As I love to do with the Olsons.
-Will
no peace, just clicking machines.
so it's 3 a.m. of course. it's always late when i write anything, either a blog or a story. speaking of which, i need to work on my story tomorrow.
it's snowing! again...haha. i think that's going to be included in my blog entries until the week i move out in april. haha. But I've had an eventful week, kindof.
First of all, it's been about -"cold as fuck" degrees in kalamazoo, so i've been avoiding the outdoors as much as possible. walking to class has been a painful experience, even if it's only to sangren. my activities have been mostly inside.
yesterday i went to copper beech to sign a lease (which got postponed to wednesday) for the apartment/townhome for next year. gahhh! i'm so excited to live in my own apartment and decorate! haha and have fun neighbors and roommates. it's going to be lovely.
after that, calin and i went to the mall. i was crossing the street and i almost got struck by a vehicle. they were not slowing down. so i ran, slipped just out of the car's reach, screamed, and got concerned looks from onlookers, and laughed at by calin. haha. then the bus ride was crowded and smelled like feet. you know, the norm. we shopped around in the typical mall stores (hot topic, spencers, bath and body works, forever 21). I bought some perfume and bras, calin bought a top.
i got back home and watched that 70's show and ate ramen, talked to Will on the phone for too long, and went to bed.
today i showered and sat around for a long time. haha it was productive. during said sitting, my smoke alarm went off. i was doing my hair so i thought that'd set it off so i opened the window and fanned the alarm until it stopped. then it proceeded to go off again, so my RA told me it was the cold from the window. so i shut the window. then it went off. again. we ripped it out. i have no smoke alarm. i hope my room doesn't engulf in flames...
then i found 10 dollars?
anywho, after my smoke alarm ordeal, i went and had dinner with calin and then played mario kart, watched FND films (youtube them, they're quite hilarious), watched beauty and the beast and then watched barbie movies. haha, we're super cool. next year will be fun. hahaha
i just got back to my room. i'm very tired. i kindof stumbled back to my room so i probs gave off the impression of intoxication. alas, i am just tired.
the snow is so pretty, i love watching it swirl around outside my window. and the fact that main campus is just outside my window is amazing. i love western...a ridiculous amount. when i'm not here i feel so...out of place. i think i've made the right decision with coming to wmu. :) the only problem is that kalamazoo is so far. (on the other side of Will's hand, to be exact). but i love it here, regardless.
my twinkle lights are on.
i have a fascination with colored lights and twinkle lights.
lights in general.
i'm listening to the band lights, haha
....
yup.
k, goodnight.
playlisssttttttt
drive my soul-lights
automatic eyes-the academy is...
she paints me blue-something corporate
be still my heart-the postal service
masterpiece-meg and dia
new slang-the shins
A lack of color-death cab for cutie
caves-jack's mannequin.
my playlist is a sleepytime playlist. haha.
-Lyndsey
Friday, January 16, 2009
Attention, Attention, May I Have All Your Eyes and Ears to the Front of the Room?
Soooo I'm at Bethany's house, my other bestie. We are watching House... again. We have an unhealthy and unnatrual intense love of that show. We could go to see The Unborn, but I would really like to sleep tonight. And going to see that movie won't help much.
I really like the movie Click. I wanna see it again.... Someone should rent it and watch it with me....
Bethany always has really good food at her house. But then I eat it all, and I feel bad. Cuz then there isn't anything for her family to eat... cuz I eat a lot when I go to her house....
So I really wanna go to a couple concerts coming up. But my mom is a douche about concerts. Cuz the one I want to go to is in Pontiac, which is basically an automatic no from my parents, not to mention its on a Thursday. And the other one I want to go to is at EMU which is an hour away, and my mom thinks I'm gonna go get shit-faced with a bunch of college kids...
She asked me today why I don't ever want to go to concerts at "normal" places. Like the Palace or Pine Knob. She is obvs a dumbass. She doesn't understand me at all... She's stupid. I don't go to concerts so that I can be at a concert, I go to see the particular band. And let's face it, I don't like the kind of music that has concerts at the Palace. Way to be mainstream, mom.
I tried to explain to her yesterday why I hate mainstream in general. She didn't get it. At all. And then I was complaining about the official end of Metro Station, because they played Shake It on American Idol. She didn't get it. At all. Ughhh she's stuuuupid.
So Bethany and I are texting everyone we know. Because we have a half day of school on Tuesday that was not planned. You see. Today was supposed to be our last day of exams. But, as is common in Michigan, we had a "fuck it is cold" day. :D And we have Monday off for MLK day. So we were expecting to take our exams the first half of the day on Tuesday, and then have shortened hours of our new classes. Butttt we just have a half day! YAAAAAAAAY!!! w00t!
I just made a stripper noise as Bethany took off her hoodie. Just btw, thought I'd keep you updated.
We are wearing ridiculous Russian looking hats. They are very warm for your head. Because in Michigan, a "fuck it's cold" day, means sub-zero temperatures. We look funny, but our ears are warm!
We are jamming out to the Avett Brothers. If you are remotely interested in country music, I advise you to look them up.
I am about to down a particularly tasty looking mug of hot chocolate ;)
Five Songs To Describe My Mood:
1. Attention - The Academy Is...
2. Die Die Die - The Avett Brothers
3. That 70s Song - The Cab
4. There's A Fine, Fine Line - Avenue Q
5. I Just Can't Wait To Be King - The Lion King
-Will
I really like the movie Click. I wanna see it again.... Someone should rent it and watch it with me....
Bethany always has really good food at her house. But then I eat it all, and I feel bad. Cuz then there isn't anything for her family to eat... cuz I eat a lot when I go to her house....
So I really wanna go to a couple concerts coming up. But my mom is a douche about concerts. Cuz the one I want to go to is in Pontiac, which is basically an automatic no from my parents, not to mention its on a Thursday. And the other one I want to go to is at EMU which is an hour away, and my mom thinks I'm gonna go get shit-faced with a bunch of college kids...
She asked me today why I don't ever want to go to concerts at "normal" places. Like the Palace or Pine Knob. She is obvs a dumbass. She doesn't understand me at all... She's stupid. I don't go to concerts so that I can be at a concert, I go to see the particular band. And let's face it, I don't like the kind of music that has concerts at the Palace. Way to be mainstream, mom.
I tried to explain to her yesterday why I hate mainstream in general. She didn't get it. At all. And then I was complaining about the official end of Metro Station, because they played Shake It on American Idol. She didn't get it. At all. Ughhh she's stuuuupid.
So Bethany and I are texting everyone we know. Because we have a half day of school on Tuesday that was not planned. You see. Today was supposed to be our last day of exams. But, as is common in Michigan, we had a "fuck it is cold" day. :D And we have Monday off for MLK day. So we were expecting to take our exams the first half of the day on Tuesday, and then have shortened hours of our new classes. Butttt we just have a half day! YAAAAAAAAY!!! w00t!
I just made a stripper noise as Bethany took off her hoodie. Just btw, thought I'd keep you updated.
We are wearing ridiculous Russian looking hats. They are very warm for your head. Because in Michigan, a "fuck it's cold" day, means sub-zero temperatures. We look funny, but our ears are warm!
We are jamming out to the Avett Brothers. If you are remotely interested in country music, I advise you to look them up.
I am about to down a particularly tasty looking mug of hot chocolate ;)
Five Songs To Describe My Mood:
1. Attention - The Academy Is...
2. Die Die Die - The Avett Brothers
3. That 70s Song - The Cab
4. There's A Fine, Fine Line - Avenue Q
5. I Just Can't Wait To Be King - The Lion King
-Will
Thursday, January 15, 2009
not much to say but.
It's cold. it's blizzarding. and like, 2 degrees.
thank you kalamazoo.
I need to have a short story written by tuesday. I'll put it on here when it's done.
I'll write more this weekend.
and I'm trying to decide if I want to go to class.
K bye.
it's too cold to make a playlist at the moment, but basically death cab for cutie. anything by them works.
-Lyndsey.
thank you kalamazoo.
I need to have a short story written by tuesday. I'll put it on here when it's done.
I'll write more this weekend.
and I'm trying to decide if I want to go to class.
K bye.
it's too cold to make a playlist at the moment, but basically death cab for cutie. anything by them works.
-Lyndsey.
Monday, January 12, 2009
she's just like him, spoiled rotten, confused by the lies she's been fed.
well i started writing last night, and failed. i deleted it.
anywho, it's snowing...AGAIN. welcome to kalamazoo, right?
well today was...alright. it was typical. i woke up too late for class, so i skipped my 10 am class and slept. then i woke up, had lunch, finished my project for art, and went to art. we talked about the connection about art and religion today in class. that was actually really interesting. we looked at the frescoes in the sistine chapel and the religious connections in Pulp Fiction. I am in love with that class. I love taking apart a piece of art and looking at every element. discussing the symbolism in a Courbet painting or a late 1960's film...gah. it's amazing.
after my lovely class i ventured to dinner with miss calin blevins, then sat in my room and read for writing fiction/poetry. i read two out of the three stories. the first one was about this woman and all of her sexual partners throughout college and how men can rip a woman apart and how after sex, they dont see a woman the same.
the second one was about this 16 year old boy and his mom and his mom's boyfriend who was an alcoholic. the bf made the kid go hunting geese and at the end of it he was asking the kid to shoot him. (he didnt. no worries). basically, welcome to public university.
then i went to CAB and doodled on the back of the agenda with Calin, and kind of paid attention. We decided we're going to to the Students for a sustainable earth meeting and see how that goes. we're such hippies.
That's basically it. I watched The City, which makes me long for NYC even more. (one day..)and got some carryout with diana, and here i am.
Tah Dah! and then i found 10 dollars?
it's snowing. i really want a snow day. that'd make my life a little easier.
i need to redo my nails.
Oh! exciting news! i'm filling out my apartment app. for next year! and i want to figure out how to be a fall welcome leader.
I hope i don't have nightmares again tonight...past two nights in a row...ugh.
it's such a monday...sigh.
annnddd happy birthday to val!! :)
playlist
gift of paralysis
a-cartel
becky starz-forever the sickest kids
show me yours-breathe carolina
sweet and low-augustana
you're not alone-saosin
anywho, it's snowing...AGAIN. welcome to kalamazoo, right?
well today was...alright. it was typical. i woke up too late for class, so i skipped my 10 am class and slept. then i woke up, had lunch, finished my project for art, and went to art. we talked about the connection about art and religion today in class. that was actually really interesting. we looked at the frescoes in the sistine chapel and the religious connections in Pulp Fiction. I am in love with that class. I love taking apart a piece of art and looking at every element. discussing the symbolism in a Courbet painting or a late 1960's film...gah. it's amazing.
after my lovely class i ventured to dinner with miss calin blevins, then sat in my room and read for writing fiction/poetry. i read two out of the three stories. the first one was about this woman and all of her sexual partners throughout college and how men can rip a woman apart and how after sex, they dont see a woman the same.
the second one was about this 16 year old boy and his mom and his mom's boyfriend who was an alcoholic. the bf made the kid go hunting geese and at the end of it he was asking the kid to shoot him. (he didnt. no worries). basically, welcome to public university.
then i went to CAB and doodled on the back of the agenda with Calin, and kind of paid attention. We decided we're going to to the Students for a sustainable earth meeting and see how that goes. we're such hippies.
That's basically it. I watched The City, which makes me long for NYC even more. (one day..)and got some carryout with diana, and here i am.
Tah Dah! and then i found 10 dollars?
it's snowing. i really want a snow day. that'd make my life a little easier.
i need to redo my nails.
Oh! exciting news! i'm filling out my apartment app. for next year! and i want to figure out how to be a fall welcome leader.
I hope i don't have nightmares again tonight...past two nights in a row...ugh.
it's such a monday...sigh.
annnddd happy birthday to val!! :)
playlist
gift of paralysis
a-cartel
becky starz-forever the sickest kids
show me yours-breathe carolina
sweet and low-augustana
you're not alone-saosin
Without love, life is like the seasons with no summer. Without love, life is rock and roll without a drummer.
So I had a good day today. :D I found a good balance between relaxing and being productive. I'm hoping to pwn my exams. I think I have a good shot. As long as I don't second guess myself.
Rehersal was really fun. Basically my friend Nick and I have the biggest minor roles. Soooo we're gonna get lots of little extra things here and there. So we're gonna have fun with that. I love learned new dances, even though I get so tired. Lol.
I really don't have much to say. I am very content right now. I'm thinking I might try to get a job at the library. Putting books on shelves. Which is not all that different from what I do at the grocery store I "work" at now. I put the quotes because they haven't scheduled me for almost a month... Cunts...
Putting away Christmas things is sad. Just so you know...
I am so excited to go to Costa Rica, a bit nervous, but excited. Especially because me and Sabrina are starting to get even closer, even though we were pretty close already. What with me taking her to homecoming, going to Hairspray with her, hanging out with her during LOSH, I'll be hanging out with her during this show. Basically, it's gonna be great.... Sooo that's it.
Five Songs To Describe My Mood:
1. Without Love - Hairspray
2. Paper Heart - The All-American Rejects
3. Defying Gravity - Wicked
4. Not While I'm Around - Sweeny Todd
5. The Resolution - Jack's Mannequin
-Will
Rehersal was really fun. Basically my friend Nick and I have the biggest minor roles. Soooo we're gonna get lots of little extra things here and there. So we're gonna have fun with that. I love learned new dances, even though I get so tired. Lol.
I really don't have much to say. I am very content right now. I'm thinking I might try to get a job at the library. Putting books on shelves. Which is not all that different from what I do at the grocery store I "work" at now. I put the quotes because they haven't scheduled me for almost a month... Cunts...
Putting away Christmas things is sad. Just so you know...
I am so excited to go to Costa Rica, a bit nervous, but excited. Especially because me and Sabrina are starting to get even closer, even though we were pretty close already. What with me taking her to homecoming, going to Hairspray with her, hanging out with her during LOSH, I'll be hanging out with her during this show. Basically, it's gonna be great.... Sooo that's it.
Five Songs To Describe My Mood:
1. Without Love - Hairspray
2. Paper Heart - The All-American Rejects
3. Defying Gravity - Wicked
4. Not While I'm Around - Sweeny Todd
5. The Resolution - Jack's Mannequin
-Will
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Tell me something good. You got it. Why am I so misunderstood?
Today was a good day. I went to go see hairspray with Sabrina. It was qutie enjoyable. I'm ready to get exams over with. I'm ready to start rehersal. I confronted the major douche and told him to stop last night. I feel really good about that. I haven't been sleeping too much. Oh well...
I wrote Lyndsey's poem on a pair of jeans. I wish I could have done it in fancy lettering. I'm not that skilled though. My mom threw a minor fit. Cuz it was a $35 pair of jeans. But I paid for them. And she threw out the old jeans I told her specifically not to. Cuz I was gonna write something on there. So it's kind of her fault anyway.
She asked me why this "sugar coated town makes me cringe". I'm expecting a big talk about that soon. I can't tell her the real reason, cuz then she'll try to force those thoughts out of me. And make me spend more time with them. And that would just make things worst. For everyone.
I hate helping people with their homework. But I don't like telling them that I don't want to help.... Just btw. Haha. I've been pretty good about studying for these exams. I hope it pays off.
I haven't been eating well lately either. This is a problem. I need to be healtier. I don't want to though... Lol. That's it. I'm in a good mood.
My second semester classes are going to suck. I don't know anyone. Carap. I really don't have any constructive reason for posting. Other than procrastinating on studying more.... I guess I should go do that.....
Five Songs To Describe My Mood:
1. Tell Me Something Good - The Rocket Summer
2. It Won't Be Long - The Beatles
3. That Time - Regina Spektor
4. Broken Heart - Motion City Soundtrack
5. Let It Be - The Beatles
I wrote Lyndsey's poem on a pair of jeans. I wish I could have done it in fancy lettering. I'm not that skilled though. My mom threw a minor fit. Cuz it was a $35 pair of jeans. But I paid for them. And she threw out the old jeans I told her specifically not to. Cuz I was gonna write something on there. So it's kind of her fault anyway.
She asked me why this "sugar coated town makes me cringe". I'm expecting a big talk about that soon. I can't tell her the real reason, cuz then she'll try to force those thoughts out of me. And make me spend more time with them. And that would just make things worst. For everyone.
I hate helping people with their homework. But I don't like telling them that I don't want to help.... Just btw. Haha. I've been pretty good about studying for these exams. I hope it pays off.
I haven't been eating well lately either. This is a problem. I need to be healtier. I don't want to though... Lol. That's it. I'm in a good mood.
My second semester classes are going to suck. I don't know anyone. Carap. I really don't have any constructive reason for posting. Other than procrastinating on studying more.... I guess I should go do that.....
Five Songs To Describe My Mood:
1. Tell Me Something Good - The Rocket Summer
2. It Won't Be Long - The Beatles
3. That Time - Regina Spektor
4. Broken Heart - Motion City Soundtrack
5. Let It Be - The Beatles
Saturday, January 10, 2009
All the skeptics can place their bets, it doesn't mean we're done.
Have I mentioned I love owls? well...I love Owls. :)
i can see why they call it the snowbelt.
so calin and i last night were like "oh! let's go to Dino's! that sounds fun! and cozy! lets take the bus! and we can call dsk for a ride back. or luke. either or. yay!"
Dino's, a coffee place just off campus is like, a 25 minute walk when there isn't 3 feet of snow on the ground. and about a 5 minute bus ride. no worries right?
wellllllll....
so we get to dino's by bus. we walk from the bus stop. it takes 3 minutes. okay, we're fine. calin and i get into dino's and brush off, settle down in a corner, and sit and talk and i drink a mocha. all is well. it's a pretty chill evening. i talk to will about some important things (see last post, if you would like), i work on some homework, calin draws and reads, and we talk to some guy named justin who was not cute in the slightest. but it was a fun evening all around. until we want to leave.
so we call DSK, and they're like "we're closed because of the snow." awesome. so i call luke. conversation-"hey luke, are you near dino's or sober?" "no on both accounts" "awesome...bye." "bye". he won't even remember that...
so you know what that means? we get to walk. YAAAAAY. fuck.
we leave dino's, and its not so bad because there's kind of a path. so we walk, and then BOOM. i fall. fall number one. calin and i laugh and walk some more. then we get over near the train tracks and there's no path. awesome. so Calin and I walked through 3 feet of snow. i fell 2 more times. it sucked. it was cold. finally. FINALLY we get on campus. the treck is uphill. awesome. so we journey uphill in the snowy wasteland. I fell, again. haha. and we found our way to bronco mall and collapsed. calin sat on the floor, i sat in chair.
after thawing a little, we decided to make the final slippery stretch back to the dorms.
that was cold. i dont reccomend it.
lesson learned-don't go to dino's when there's 3 feet of snow when you have no transpotation for the way back.
today on the otherhand, i did not go outside at all. I woke up around...12ish.
Then Diana and I ventured down to the caf for a lovely breakfast/brunch of orange chicken and that random oreo fluff that is delicious. after that we rearranged our room (more like moved diana's desk and called it a day) and watched stepbrothers. I also cut and dyed my hair dark. yay new hair! i get bored with my hair very easily. it's ever changing. after that i've been downloading new music (Artist Vs. Poet is amazing. i highly reccomend giving them a listen) and avoiding doing my homework. haha. my day has been pretty chill. no pun intended! haha, i think only calin would read that and think it in an accent. :)
class tomorrow...geology (boo) and direct encounter with the arts (yay!)
a snow day would be nice.
more later? i'm in a writing mood. who knows, maybe another poem not focused on will.
;)
goodnight. maybe.
-lyndsey
playlist- january 11th
Dare4distance-Never Shout Never
All in- Artist Vs. Poet
Hammers and Strings (a lullaby)-Jack's Mannequin
Six Feet Under The Stars (acoustic)- All Time Low
Just For You-William Tell
cuz i've been locked inside this house, all the while you hold the key and i am dying to get out, and it might be the death of me.
Well. I have figured out why am I need to get the fuck out of here. And here it is:
I need to leave, because I need to be independent. Because when I depend on people, it's easy to get let down and disappointed. And that happens far too often.
Basically I have two people who I know who are gonna be there for me, always. And I thank God for those people. And I really hope I keep them close to me.
Everyone says that, once you grow up, you'll like your family a lot more. I really hope that's true. Because I feel like a horrible person because I dislike my family so much. But I really want a break from them, so that I can appreciate them. If I've never known anything different, how can I appreciate what I have?
My self-centeredness has gotten really bad lately. And I'm not doing anything to change it. And I probably won't do anything to change it. Is that really bad of me? I can't tell...
I would like to make a short response to Lyndsey's poem, which is written sort of for me. (You see what I mean about the self-centeredness?) Basically it sums up what's going on in my life right now. My dream to be an actor is pretty intense, and I don't want to let go of it, even though my family disapproves. I'm glad that at least one person can still see some good qualities in me, because I'm losing sight of them myself. I love how Lyndsey is sort of like the big sibling I never had and always sort of wish I had. I know that I have to just wait out the next 19 months, even though they seem unbearable, but it makes me feel great that someone believes I can. I need the support of those who I love. And the support of my family, who I would like to feel good about and proud of.
Okay, I probably seem really emo from the last few posts. I'm not I assure you. As an online quiz once told me, I am only a model emo. Not the real deal. Ok, so something good about my day.... Ummmmmm I found out that the average human life expectancy has risen about 30 years in the last century. Go modern medicine! Yay?
Five songs to describe my mood:
1. Everything Sucks - Reel Big Fish
2. California - Phantom Planet
3. It Sucks To Be Me - Avenue Q
4. I Hate You - Reel Big Fish
5. Be My Escape - Relient K
-Will
I need to leave, because I need to be independent. Because when I depend on people, it's easy to get let down and disappointed. And that happens far too often.
Basically I have two people who I know who are gonna be there for me, always. And I thank God for those people. And I really hope I keep them close to me.
Everyone says that, once you grow up, you'll like your family a lot more. I really hope that's true. Because I feel like a horrible person because I dislike my family so much. But I really want a break from them, so that I can appreciate them. If I've never known anything different, how can I appreciate what I have?
My self-centeredness has gotten really bad lately. And I'm not doing anything to change it. And I probably won't do anything to change it. Is that really bad of me? I can't tell...
I would like to make a short response to Lyndsey's poem, which is written sort of for me. (You see what I mean about the self-centeredness?) Basically it sums up what's going on in my life right now. My dream to be an actor is pretty intense, and I don't want to let go of it, even though my family disapproves. I'm glad that at least one person can still see some good qualities in me, because I'm losing sight of them myself. I love how Lyndsey is sort of like the big sibling I never had and always sort of wish I had. I know that I have to just wait out the next 19 months, even though they seem unbearable, but it makes me feel great that someone believes I can. I need the support of those who I love. And the support of my family, who I would like to feel good about and proud of.
Okay, I probably seem really emo from the last few posts. I'm not I assure you. As an online quiz once told me, I am only a model emo. Not the real deal. Ok, so something good about my day.... Ummmmmm I found out that the average human life expectancy has risen about 30 years in the last century. Go modern medicine! Yay?
Five songs to describe my mood:
1. Everything Sucks - Reel Big Fish
2. California - Phantom Planet
3. It Sucks To Be Me - Avenue Q
4. I Hate You - Reel Big Fish
5. Be My Escape - Relient K
-Will
Friday, January 9, 2009
before you ask which way to go, remember where you've been.
it's 2 am. so I'm writing. that's what usually happens at 2 am.
this is a "poem"
aka-a jumbling of lines running through my head that kind of make sense
enjoy?
The bright city lights keep this in focus
The dreams you dream are near.
The ground is spinning.
All this madness is keeping you anxious
Keeping you excited
Keeping you down, bringing you up.
This world is turning, you're getting sick.
You need to do this, you need to succeed.
Take a moment, get your footing.
Breathe for a second, it'll turn out alright.
You've got big city dreams and small town roots.
I know you need this, this dream to live.
The yearning to break out is overwhelming you
Believe me kid, i can see that truth in your eyes.
But hold your tongue a little longer,
Sit up a little bit straighter,
It will all unfold as it should.
So keep you're head up, smile that boyish smile.
Keep that gentleman swagger of confidence, and the heart of a child.
So look at me kid, i can see it in your face.
This sugar coated town is making you cringe.
Just bear it a little longer,
You'll make it out alright.
Don't let the city lights fade out.
-Lyndsey.
this is a "poem"
aka-a jumbling of lines running through my head that kind of make sense
enjoy?
The bright city lights keep this in focus
The dreams you dream are near.
The ground is spinning.
All this madness is keeping you anxious
Keeping you excited
Keeping you down, bringing you up.
This world is turning, you're getting sick.
You need to do this, you need to succeed.
Take a moment, get your footing.
Breathe for a second, it'll turn out alright.
You've got big city dreams and small town roots.
I know you need this, this dream to live.
The yearning to break out is overwhelming you
Believe me kid, i can see that truth in your eyes.
But hold your tongue a little longer,
Sit up a little bit straighter,
It will all unfold as it should.
So keep you're head up, smile that boyish smile.
Keep that gentleman swagger of confidence, and the heart of a child.
So look at me kid, i can see it in your face.
This sugar coated town is making you cringe.
Just bear it a little longer,
You'll make it out alright.
Don't let the city lights fade out.
-Lyndsey.
Well I've got friends who, la la lie, help me pull through
la la lie lie lie
So Will is salty, as you can see from the previous post. this makes me...feel awful. i love kalamazoo and everything about western except one thing-the distance. being so far away from my best friend is really shitty. i try to come home as often as i can, but money is tight and getting a ride from the train station can be difficult. but i just feel bad. that sucks.
annnd it's snowing. again. haha, great. its been nonstop snowing since like, what? october? and it'll stop snowing in like, june. so it can be 456 degrees and 100 percent humidity. yay...
Enough about the weather. this is a somewhat meaningful blog. becaue my other "blogger" is...for lack of a better word...shitty. and that's not good. i wish i could cheer him up but there's nothing i can do for other's actions. i think i'm the type of person that wants everyone around them to be happy, and i try to make that happen.
So Will, if you read this....I love you! alot alot. annnd it will get better. and you should call me asap. and i'll try to make it home as soon as i can.
:)
Oh! P.S.-im gonna make a playlist for my blog entries.
that's it.
Playlist-January 8th
Black Mamba-The Academy Is...
Wasted-Cartel
New Jersey-Meg And Dia
Candle (Sick and tired)-The White Tie Affair
Homecoming-Hey Monday
Rescued-Jack's Mannequin
So Will is salty, as you can see from the previous post. this makes me...feel awful. i love kalamazoo and everything about western except one thing-the distance. being so far away from my best friend is really shitty. i try to come home as often as i can, but money is tight and getting a ride from the train station can be difficult. but i just feel bad. that sucks.
annnd it's snowing. again. haha, great. its been nonstop snowing since like, what? october? and it'll stop snowing in like, june. so it can be 456 degrees and 100 percent humidity. yay...
Enough about the weather. this is a somewhat meaningful blog. becaue my other "blogger" is...for lack of a better word...shitty. and that's not good. i wish i could cheer him up but there's nothing i can do for other's actions. i think i'm the type of person that wants everyone around them to be happy, and i try to make that happen.
So Will, if you read this....I love you! alot alot. annnd it will get better. and you should call me asap. and i'll try to make it home as soon as i can.
:)
Oh! P.S.-im gonna make a playlist for my blog entries.
that's it.
Playlist-January 8th
Black Mamba-The Academy Is...
Wasted-Cartel
New Jersey-Meg And Dia
Candle (Sick and tired)-The White Tie Affair
Homecoming-Hey Monday
Rescued-Jack's Mannequin
Everything Sucks
Well. I'm sitting in the library. Alone. I should be going out. Because it is junior lunch day. But my friends left me here. Apparently I'm not important enough to wait 30 seconds for. I miss Lyndsey, because she would be here for me. But she's in fucking Kalamazoo. Everything sucks.
The certain friend who was supposed to drive me has been really bitchy to me lately. And she said it wasn't me, it was her. I didn't do anything, its just my personality that I annoys her. I've heard that before. From my ex-best friend. The friend group that I had before this one. But then they all ditched me. And I would have spent the summer alone if not for Lyndsey.
So this is happening again? Fan-freaking-tastic.
-Will
The certain friend who was supposed to drive me has been really bitchy to me lately. And she said it wasn't me, it was her. I didn't do anything, its just my personality that I annoys her. I've heard that before. From my ex-best friend. The friend group that I had before this one. But then they all ditched me. And I would have spent the summer alone if not for Lyndsey.
So this is happening again? Fan-freaking-tastic.
-Will
Thursday, January 8, 2009
I think I'll try defying gravity.
Soooooo exams suck. A lot. I hate how in my school, we have christmas break, then a week back, then exams. Over 17 days, I forget EVERYTHING that I am learning. Like no joke. Not only that, I had like a million unit tests and quizes that were scheduled for the Friday b
efore we left, except we had a snow day. Which was, ya know, cool at the time. Except for the fact that I had to take them all earlier this week and it was just bad.
efore we left, except we had a snow day. Which was, ya know, cool at the time. Except for the fact that I had to take them all earlier this week and it was just bad. So I've been up past 12 every night this week doing homework and studying. But, I got my Spanish grade up to a 91%. Yay me? Sooooo I had a read-through today for Damn Yankees. And I am probably going to kill some of the people in that show. If you know any theatre people, I probably don't have to tell you that they can be incredibly bitchy.
Well for the fall play, I got the lead. Which understandably left some people disappointed. And I can understand them being salty for a bit. But to literally hate me for it is waaaayy overboard. Unfortunately that is the case. And said hater had leads in the last two shows and DY. But nope, he can't get over it or something. So now, I am going to listen to his stupid comments and his bitchy actions because he thinks I am his inferior again. Which is untrue. So, seriously, I'm going to punch him in the face before this show is over. Just you wait and see. :D
So the stress of these two weeks is not helped at all by the fact that my mother constantly nags. It is ridiculous. I am soooooo ready to move on to college and get the fuck out of this town.... Ugh. I reallllly need to start my college visits. And preparing for college. And the ACT.... I am a huge procrasinator. It's pretty bad......
This Sunday, I am going to see Hairspray with my friend Sabrina, who is the stage manager at my school. I am realllllly excited. Cuz I love hairspray... an unhealthy amount. But it annoys me how everyone associates Hairspray with Zac Efron. Hairspray = awesome. Zac Efron = garbage. See what I'm getting at here? And at the end of the month, I am going to see A Chorus Line, which I don't know too well, so that is also exciting.
I really should be memorizing my Spanish dialouge for my oral exam... But I'm not. I'm blogging. But it's okay, I can have it memorized in my 3rd hour. I'm an actor, memorizing lines isn't hard for me. But Sabrina's probably going to kill me, cuz she's my partner. Ohhh well. I'll look it over before I go to bed. Which I really should do pretty soon...... I fell asleep sitting up in my first hour today. I don't know how...... Okay soooooooo bye.
I really should be memorizing my Spanish dialouge for my oral exam... But I'm not. I'm blogging. But it's okay, I can have it memorized in my 3rd hour. I'm an actor, memorizing lines isn't hard for me. But Sabrina's probably going to kill me, cuz she's my partner. Ohhh well. I'll look it over before I go to bed. Which I really should do pretty soon...... I fell asleep sitting up in my first hour today. I don't know how...... Okay soooooooo bye.-Will
"i'm always home. I'm uncool"
I'm sitting here watching Almost Famous. Basically this movie is my favorite movie of all time. if you haven't seen it, do so. my life goal-to tour with a band. if anyone didn't know that, that's what's up.
Chinese Food+Almost Famous+Thursday night=awesome. I have one class tomorrow and then I. AM. DONE. my weekend will be filled with book shopping, braving the snow (boo) and going to Dino's (yay!)
Haha. I know every line to this movie I think. that's a bit ridiculous.
I have nothing exciting to say...my week was pretty basic. new classes and new people...
new buildings to get lost in...sangren...brown...haha I'm awful with directions.
that's it. I'll probs write more later. about random things no one actually cares about. back to my movie!
:)
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
My Short Fantasy Story
Well I had an assignment in my English class. And it was to write a one page fantasy story that takes a mundane journey, and make it something fantasic. So I wrote a story about me going to school from my house if I lived in a fantasy world. However, being the lame overachiever I am, I wrote a five page story instead.... So here it is.
‘Twas early on a Monday morning after a grueling weekend. The first rays of morning shined into the window and onto the face of young William. His eyes blinked and fluttered into wakefulness. He wearily stood from the comforts of a warm bed and stood there looking out the window. Suddenly, he remembered what day it was, and that he had to attend his studies at the schoolhouse. Being that it was late September and the sun had just risen, he judged it was about 6:45, which meant he had just forty-five minutes to travel just over half a league. Running to the stone basin, he quickly washed his face and pulled on a clean tunic after he brushed off the pixies that infested his house. He grabbed the provisions necessary for the day and rushed out the door. As he took the first few steps out of his abode he considered just abandoning school learning for the day. After all, he could use the extra hour or two of sleep, and work instead. But the schoolmaster was a fearsome man, and William had already missed three school days in the last two weeks. Unwilling to take the chance and risk being put on punishment; he hung his head and started out. He walked down the path leading from his house down to the Road of Raining Trees. As he turned right he crossed his fingers, in hopes that he would not come upon a circle gnome. Circle gnomes were mischievous creatures, who were easily enchanted by anything circular. Some were harmless, while others were quite dangerous. They were best to be avoided altogether, but there was no way he could get to the schoolhouse in time without passing this circle. He took a deep breath and walked a few steps into the circle that connected the Road of Raining Trees to the path alongside the Fiery Woods. At first he crossed slowly, but then quickened his pace as it became apparent that there was no gnome sitting at the center, as they normally do. From there, William needed to decide which route he would take. If he ventured north, he’d have to come across another circle, however crossing the River Tienken would be easier that way. He could also continue eastwards, he could take the path passing Dinah’s house and cross the river there. However, the population of poisonous Teira Batfish was far more concentrated there, and they presented a threat as well. Weighing out his options, he decided to risk crossing another circle, since he had not heard of any recent sightings. So he turned north and quickened his pace as he passed the Fiery Woods. He did not much like the Woods, for they carried an ominous sense. The trees that make up the woods occasionally spontaneously burst into flame, which created fires that could range from small, transient, and insignificant to huge, prolonged, and terrifying. He paid no attention to the small fire he saw smoldering near the edge of the forest, for he needed to concentrate on the task at hand. He approached the next circle, and took another deep breath. He inched his way forward, staring at the flora gathered in the middle of the circle, hoping he would not see the ugly, potato-shaped head of a gnome. Unfortunately, a plump, gray, horribly hideous gnome poked his head out of a bush located in the center. The gnome cocked his head, and stared at William. “Well, look what we have here!” exclaimed the gnome in his sneering voice. William sighed to himself; this was not one of the innocuous gnomes. “What business have you here?” asked the gnome. “Well, sir. I wish only to pass your beautiful circle so that I may reach the river,” William replied. The gnome glared disapprovingly. William added, “But, Mr. Gnome, I would make it worthwhile to you. You see I have brought you a present!” He had just remembered that while he was hurrying out of his house, he had grabbed himself one of his mother’s doughnuts to eat on the way. He began looking through his pack for the food. He took out all of his things and laid them on the ground in his search. He looked at the bottom of his bag and to see one of the ubiquitous pixies eating the last of the doughnut. Cursing his bad luck and his inability to depixify his house, he looked back towards the gnome, who looked livid. He called, “Well?! What is it?!?” Unable to think on the spot, William was only able to mutter and stutter. Suddenly, the gnome realized that William had something on his finger. In fact, it was a golden ring, something that any gnome would treasure. “Your ring!” he cried, “Give me your ring!” Of course, William would not part with his ring, as it belonged to his great-great-grandfather once. He quickly realized that he would not be able to get past the gnome, for he was getting more ferocious by the second. He turned to go back, but the damage had been done. The gnome wanted the ring, and would do anything to get it, including gnawing of William’s finger. William took off as fast as he could, but gnomes are speedy imps, and a footrace against one would be a futile attempt. William didn’t know what to do; this gnome was murderous. As he looked over to his left at the forest, he realized the only thing he could do. The Fiery Woods were scary for a human, but just think how terrifying they’d be for a tiny gnome. So, without a second thought, he ran straight at the small cluster of blazing trees he had seen. The gnome hesitated for a moment, lingered at the edge of the path, and let out a yell. He stomped his feet and stayed where he was, waiting to see if William would come out. William thought to himself, “How foolish of you! You know the dangers of crossing paths with a gnome! Why take the risk?!” It was certainly a risk he wouldn’t take again. Panting, William thought of what to do from there. He still was of the opinion that going to the schoolhouse would be far better than getting whipped by the schoolmaster, so he decided to cut through the Woods as best as he could, and he should come out somewhere on the Road of Raining Trees. He evaded the flames near him. And started off in the direction he thought was southeast. He skirted as many trees as he could, but of course in a forest it is impossible to avoid all trees. Suddenly, the leaves of a tree he was standing right underneath sparked and ignited. He dived out of the way of the falling foliage. Conveniently for him, the leaves landed in what else but a circle. Panicking, he ran around the base of the tree, which itself had been spared, looking for a gap in the flames. Upon seeing none, he climbed up the tree, hoping that perhaps the fire would burn itself out, and leave him with an escape. The flames crept towards the trunk until it was quite apparent that the tree would be destroyed by the fire. So, yet again left with no alternative, William scooted over down a sturdy limb as far as it would support him. He looked down at the fire, and then in front of him at the edge. He closed his eyes and leaped with all his might. He opened them when he felt himself collide with the ground. He had made it, though just barely. Without another thought, William ran. He knew not where he was running or what he would do once he got out of the accursed woods, but he knew he must leave as fast as he could. He ran and ran and ran and ran. He berated himself for being so foolish to go running through the Fiery Woods, another mistake he would not soon make again. Suddenly, the dark green of the cover of the trees was replaced by the bright blue of the sky. He looked around and found himself to be right near Dinah’s house. Dinah was a sweet old woman, who had always been fond of William, and she was sitting on her porch sipping some lemonade. Seeing William in distress, she beckoned him over and pulled up a chair for him as he told her of his adventures of that morning. “Hmmm,” said Dinah at the conclusion of the tale, “Well I guess the best thing for you to do know is just to go on to school.” For William was far closer to school than his house. “And what’s more, I’ll let you use my raft!” This was good news for William, who had assumed he would have to wade through the water. This was never a fun task, for one had to take special precaution in the river, for there were many Teira Batfish about. Something as little as a touch could leave the unfortunate wader to seize up and lose the ability to move for a good hour or so. Presently, Dinah sent him on his way, for he had no time to lose, despite his makeshift shortcut. He reached the river, and found Dinah’s raft tied up right at the end of the path. He saw in the distance on the far shore the students gathering for the day, and rejoiced at his being on time. He got into the raft, and rowed almost halfway across when he saw something on the shore he had just left. There appeared to be a child with fishing with a net. As he squinted his eyes, he realized that it was not a child. It was the gray gnome that had chased him into the woods! And when he brought up his net, there was no mistaking the blue and purple fish that was inside. It was a Teira Batfish, which could only mean bad news for William. The gnome flung the fish with a fierce grunt. The fish fell with a splash into the water only a foot from his raft. No sooner had William recovered from the shock of the close encounter, than the gnome had caught and flung another fish. This one landed even closer. In fact, it fell on the edge of his raft before it plopped back into the water because of its flailing. But the shore was approaching quickly, and William was paddling with all of his might. In his last attempt, the gnome vehemently threw another fish. The fish came rocketing at William’s face and he just barely ducked in time to avoid it. Safely on the other shore, William sprinted as fast as he could to the schoolhouse. He got through the door just as the schoolmaster announced that class was starting. As he wearily took notes on the lecture, William thought of all the trouble he would have saved himself if he had woken up half an hour earlier and taken the safe route.
Please leave a comment, because so far my friends have given me good reviews. But they're biased. lol.
-Will
‘Twas early on a Monday morning after a grueling weekend. The first rays of morning shined into the window and onto the face of young William. His eyes blinked and fluttered into wakefulness. He wearily stood from the comforts of a warm bed and stood there looking out the window. Suddenly, he remembered what day it was, and that he had to attend his studies at the schoolhouse. Being that it was late September and the sun had just risen, he judged it was about 6:45, which meant he had just forty-five minutes to travel just over half a league. Running to the stone basin, he quickly washed his face and pulled on a clean tunic after he brushed off the pixies that infested his house. He grabbed the provisions necessary for the day and rushed out the door. As he took the first few steps out of his abode he considered just abandoning school learning for the day. After all, he could use the extra hour or two of sleep, and work instead. But the schoolmaster was a fearsome man, and William had already missed three school days in the last two weeks. Unwilling to take the chance and risk being put on punishment; he hung his head and started out. He walked down the path leading from his house down to the Road of Raining Trees. As he turned right he crossed his fingers, in hopes that he would not come upon a circle gnome. Circle gnomes were mischievous creatures, who were easily enchanted by anything circular. Some were harmless, while others were quite dangerous. They were best to be avoided altogether, but there was no way he could get to the schoolhouse in time without passing this circle. He took a deep breath and walked a few steps into the circle that connected the Road of Raining Trees to the path alongside the Fiery Woods. At first he crossed slowly, but then quickened his pace as it became apparent that there was no gnome sitting at the center, as they normally do. From there, William needed to decide which route he would take. If he ventured north, he’d have to come across another circle, however crossing the River Tienken would be easier that way. He could also continue eastwards, he could take the path passing Dinah’s house and cross the river there. However, the population of poisonous Teira Batfish was far more concentrated there, and they presented a threat as well. Weighing out his options, he decided to risk crossing another circle, since he had not heard of any recent sightings. So he turned north and quickened his pace as he passed the Fiery Woods. He did not much like the Woods, for they carried an ominous sense. The trees that make up the woods occasionally spontaneously burst into flame, which created fires that could range from small, transient, and insignificant to huge, prolonged, and terrifying. He paid no attention to the small fire he saw smoldering near the edge of the forest, for he needed to concentrate on the task at hand. He approached the next circle, and took another deep breath. He inched his way forward, staring at the flora gathered in the middle of the circle, hoping he would not see the ugly, potato-shaped head of a gnome. Unfortunately, a plump, gray, horribly hideous gnome poked his head out of a bush located in the center. The gnome cocked his head, and stared at William. “Well, look what we have here!” exclaimed the gnome in his sneering voice. William sighed to himself; this was not one of the innocuous gnomes. “What business have you here?” asked the gnome. “Well, sir. I wish only to pass your beautiful circle so that I may reach the river,” William replied. The gnome glared disapprovingly. William added, “But, Mr. Gnome, I would make it worthwhile to you. You see I have brought you a present!” He had just remembered that while he was hurrying out of his house, he had grabbed himself one of his mother’s doughnuts to eat on the way. He began looking through his pack for the food. He took out all of his things and laid them on the ground in his search. He looked at the bottom of his bag and to see one of the ubiquitous pixies eating the last of the doughnut. Cursing his bad luck and his inability to depixify his house, he looked back towards the gnome, who looked livid. He called, “Well?! What is it?!?” Unable to think on the spot, William was only able to mutter and stutter. Suddenly, the gnome realized that William had something on his finger. In fact, it was a golden ring, something that any gnome would treasure. “Your ring!” he cried, “Give me your ring!” Of course, William would not part with his ring, as it belonged to his great-great-grandfather once. He quickly realized that he would not be able to get past the gnome, for he was getting more ferocious by the second. He turned to go back, but the damage had been done. The gnome wanted the ring, and would do anything to get it, including gnawing of William’s finger. William took off as fast as he could, but gnomes are speedy imps, and a footrace against one would be a futile attempt. William didn’t know what to do; this gnome was murderous. As he looked over to his left at the forest, he realized the only thing he could do. The Fiery Woods were scary for a human, but just think how terrifying they’d be for a tiny gnome. So, without a second thought, he ran straight at the small cluster of blazing trees he had seen. The gnome hesitated for a moment, lingered at the edge of the path, and let out a yell. He stomped his feet and stayed where he was, waiting to see if William would come out. William thought to himself, “How foolish of you! You know the dangers of crossing paths with a gnome! Why take the risk?!” It was certainly a risk he wouldn’t take again. Panting, William thought of what to do from there. He still was of the opinion that going to the schoolhouse would be far better than getting whipped by the schoolmaster, so he decided to cut through the Woods as best as he could, and he should come out somewhere on the Road of Raining Trees. He evaded the flames near him. And started off in the direction he thought was southeast. He skirted as many trees as he could, but of course in a forest it is impossible to avoid all trees. Suddenly, the leaves of a tree he was standing right underneath sparked and ignited. He dived out of the way of the falling foliage. Conveniently for him, the leaves landed in what else but a circle. Panicking, he ran around the base of the tree, which itself had been spared, looking for a gap in the flames. Upon seeing none, he climbed up the tree, hoping that perhaps the fire would burn itself out, and leave him with an escape. The flames crept towards the trunk until it was quite apparent that the tree would be destroyed by the fire. So, yet again left with no alternative, William scooted over down a sturdy limb as far as it would support him. He looked down at the fire, and then in front of him at the edge. He closed his eyes and leaped with all his might. He opened them when he felt himself collide with the ground. He had made it, though just barely. Without another thought, William ran. He knew not where he was running or what he would do once he got out of the accursed woods, but he knew he must leave as fast as he could. He ran and ran and ran and ran. He berated himself for being so foolish to go running through the Fiery Woods, another mistake he would not soon make again. Suddenly, the dark green of the cover of the trees was replaced by the bright blue of the sky. He looked around and found himself to be right near Dinah’s house. Dinah was a sweet old woman, who had always been fond of William, and she was sitting on her porch sipping some lemonade. Seeing William in distress, she beckoned him over and pulled up a chair for him as he told her of his adventures of that morning. “Hmmm,” said Dinah at the conclusion of the tale, “Well I guess the best thing for you to do know is just to go on to school.” For William was far closer to school than his house. “And what’s more, I’ll let you use my raft!” This was good news for William, who had assumed he would have to wade through the water. This was never a fun task, for one had to take special precaution in the river, for there were many Teira Batfish about. Something as little as a touch could leave the unfortunate wader to seize up and lose the ability to move for a good hour or so. Presently, Dinah sent him on his way, for he had no time to lose, despite his makeshift shortcut. He reached the river, and found Dinah’s raft tied up right at the end of the path. He saw in the distance on the far shore the students gathering for the day, and rejoiced at his being on time. He got into the raft, and rowed almost halfway across when he saw something on the shore he had just left. There appeared to be a child with fishing with a net. As he squinted his eyes, he realized that it was not a child. It was the gray gnome that had chased him into the woods! And when he brought up his net, there was no mistaking the blue and purple fish that was inside. It was a Teira Batfish, which could only mean bad news for William. The gnome flung the fish with a fierce grunt. The fish fell with a splash into the water only a foot from his raft. No sooner had William recovered from the shock of the close encounter, than the gnome had caught and flung another fish. This one landed even closer. In fact, it fell on the edge of his raft before it plopped back into the water because of its flailing. But the shore was approaching quickly, and William was paddling with all of his might. In his last attempt, the gnome vehemently threw another fish. The fish came rocketing at William’s face and he just barely ducked in time to avoid it. Safely on the other shore, William sprinted as fast as he could to the schoolhouse. He got through the door just as the schoolmaster announced that class was starting. As he wearily took notes on the lecture, William thought of all the trouble he would have saved himself if he had woken up half an hour earlier and taken the safe route.
Please leave a comment, because so far my friends have given me good reviews. But they're biased. lol.
-Will
grown up she just turned 16
Hey, this is Will. I am a junior in high school in Rochester Hills. This will be me and Lyndsey's blog. Unforutnately Lyndsey lives all the way across my hand,
so this is not only a way for me to organize my thoughts into something, but something for me and her to do together when we can't see each other.
so this is not only a way for me to organize my thoughts into something, but something for me and her to do together when we can't see each other. Right now I have just finished studying for the night, because I have three tests tomorrow in the three hardest classes i have (Physics, AP Calc BC, and Spanish 4). Soooo that'll be fun....
So me at a glance:
- I love theater. Probably an unhealthy amount. But it's my passion. And it's good to have a passion in life.
- My friends get me through the day. I'm not the type that is really close to my family or anything. I just never have been, and I don't really mind it. However, I do kind of have issues with my friends and abandonment due to some unfortunate personal experiences.
- I am kind of narcassistic. And by that I mean I am really narcassistic. But the weird thing is, is that I'm also insecure about myself. Idk how that works.......... don't ask me.....
- I love music. I was never that much into music until this summer, when Lyndsey fortunately forced me to listen to her music. Now I am in love with alterna
tive, punk, pop, rock, indie sorts of music. :D
So yeah. Right now I am about to start a new show, Damn Yankees. At first I was not very excited about it, because I wasn't a fan of the part I got. But recently, as in like today, I have come to terms with my part, and realized that it is all i could have expected. And I should be happy with it. And I am happy with it.
I am really into House, Friends, and Scrubs. And I just watched new episodes of House and 
Scrubs. :D The house episode was about 13's lover. And as Lyndsey learned two weeks ago when two girls wrestling came on as we flipped through channels, that a very good way to get my attention. ;) And on Scrubs, Courtney Cox, who plays Monica in Friends, now has a permanent role. So I was quite excited about that.
Anyways I need sleep, for I am tired. And I have many tests tomorrow, and I haven't eaten today, which probably doesn't help with the lack of energy. Anyway. I hope that this blog is mildly entertaining...
-Will
count the headlights on the highway.
Well, here we are. it's Tuesday night. I'm writing a blog. basically this blog idea was spurred by Calin, then was encouraged by Will. We will both be writing on here, Will and me. just, FYI.
well anywho, like i said, it's Tuesday night. Diana, my roommate is watching Zoolander and she just asked me who David Bowie was. haha. I do love that movie. today was the first day of my tuesday/thursday classes, and i must say I'm pretty exciting about my writing class. well first of all, my professor was rocking skinny jeans and he's in his twenties. and the class is super tiny and really relaxed. that class will hopefully encourage me to write more (and hopefully this blog will too). this semester I'm taking an encounter with the arts class and a creative writing class. those are my types of classes. classes where i can explore the arts and not just sit there and listen to someone talk forever while i putz around on facebook. (aka-anthropology). It feels good to be getting creative again, because i havent created anything i legitimately liked since the summer.
I've been thinking about the summer these past few days. who knows where I'll be. hopefully I'll be able to get a job in Rochester. scratch that, i need a job in Rochester. the idea of being in Kalamazoo or traverse city to work for the summer sounds horrible. i would like the comforts of home during those lazy summer days. i need to spend my summer making Slurpee runs and wearing flip flops. :) i just wish it were warmer out...gosh. I'm sick of the Kalamazoo snow. haha, we're supposed to get more tomorrow...awesome.
that's about it. Will is kicking me off so he can blog, and i have class in the morning.
so that's all for now.
goodnight.
-Lyndsey.
well anywho, like i said, it's Tuesday night. Diana, my roommate is watching Zoolander and she just asked me who David Bowie was. haha. I do love that movie. today was the first day of my tuesday/thursday classes, and i must say I'm pretty exciting about my writing class. well first of all, my professor was rocking skinny jeans and he's in his twenties. and the class is super tiny and really relaxed. that class will hopefully encourage me to write more (and hopefully this blog will too). this semester I'm taking an encounter with the arts class and a creative writing class. those are my types of classes. classes where i can explore the arts and not just sit there and listen to someone talk forever while i putz around on facebook. (aka-anthropology). It feels good to be getting creative again, because i havent created anything i legitimately liked since the summer.
I've been thinking about the summer these past few days. who knows where I'll be. hopefully I'll be able to get a job in Rochester. scratch that, i need a job in Rochester. the idea of being in Kalamazoo or traverse city to work for the summer sounds horrible. i would like the comforts of home during those lazy summer days. i need to spend my summer making Slurpee runs and wearing flip flops. :) i just wish it were warmer out...gosh. I'm sick of the Kalamazoo snow. haha, we're supposed to get more tomorrow...awesome.
that's about it. Will is kicking me off so he can blog, and i have class in the morning.
so that's all for now.
goodnight.
-Lyndsey.
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