Summer's finally here! Whoop-whoop-sha-doop. It seems I have a bazillion things to do in the coming weeks, but I'll save that for another blog post. But as I was in L.A. the past weekend, I'd like to reminisce about the past year. Late to the party as always, it's time for me to talk about my own thoughts of Junior year. Allow me to paint you a picture of words.
I guess I'll start off with how I managed to emerge from the dark and gloomy days of Sophomore year and started my Junior year anew. Spending nearly the entire summer in recluse, the new school year was a time for me to start with a new outlook on things. After all, new classes, new friends, and a new year ahead of me was a sign that change would be a-coming.
The beginning of the year was very hectic, to say the least. Having my schedule changed around at least 3 times, switching classes, getting new teachers, until I finally got the schedule I was expecting. Break-break, here's the lowdown:
A Period: Jazz Band (formerly Pre-Calculus w/ Mr. Holmes)
1st Period: English 3H w/ Ms. Mcgrady (formerly APUSH)
2nd Period: Pre-Calculus w/ Mr. Sanders (formerly Eng. 3H)
3rd Period: APUSH w/ Mr. Wilson (formerly English 3 w/ Mr. Wade)
4th Period: Symphonic Band
5th Period: A.P. Biology w/ Mrs. Macdonald
6th Period: Spanish 2 w/ Mr. Botello
Easily, Jazz Band and Symphonic Band were my favorite classes. Of course, the circumstances of how I got into Jazz Band were unorthodox, since I had failed auditions earlier in the year. Nez called me into the office, and asked if I wanted to be in Jazz Band. A little dumbstruck, I accepted, and with my final schedule change, I was in Jazz Band. I was really clueless (I still can't remember half the blues scales) and solos are scary to me, but I need to step up my game for next year, since I'm now 1st alto. Oh Lord.
APUSH quickly became one of my favorite classes, of ALL TIME. Mr. Wilson, you are amazing. You could make economic theory sound interesting anyday. He was one of the few teachers who gave a damn about his students, and made learning enjoyable, and bearable. I hope I meet more teachers like him someday.
A.P. Biology. Just thinking about that class...I can't really say much. Something good about it....well, it was a good time to take a nap. I'm sorry, it's easily one of the worst classes I've ever been in, if not for Ms. Stahl. I could hardly learn a thing, the lectures were mindboggling boring, and Mrs. Macdonald seemed to either be winging it, or just assumed we were all mid-level science students. Thank goodness that class is done and done with.
I really don't have much to say about the other classes. They were alright.
English -> Piece of cake, interesting books (The Great Gatsby, The Catcher in the Rye).
Pre-Cal -> Didn't learn that much, no offense Mr. Sanders. Interesting conversations in that class. (Mr. Sander's is a pimp)
Spanish -> I fail at Spanish.
For clubs, I became more active in JSA. I actually started to take a genuine interest, and went to both Fall State and Spring State. It's really fun, and I can't wait for it again next year. Meanwhile, I decided in the beginning of the year, after some convincing from my friends, to start a Film Club at our school. I was the President, Dyana So as Vice President, Bryan Wong as Secretary, and William Byrne as Treasurer. Originally a club for the analysis of films and a look into the production of movies, it quickly evolved into a workshop where you could learn how to make your own homemade movie and share it among your peers. I was practically mute and a horrible leader, with Dyana being forced to cover me many times (I sincerely apologize, I'll work harder next year! >.<), but I'll be stepping up my game next year. Summer projects abound!
Hanging out with the guys has become tradition. Ending up at Red Onion or at our "study sessions", we'd talk about life, like only guys can. Life has been pretty hectic, with A.P. tests, relationships, and all that jazz. I've had the worst luck when it comes to girls. Someone once said that the perfect girl who is "The One" for me is out there somewhere, and that we'll meet someday. Wherever you are, I hope you hurry up and find me already.
The past year, I've been questioning a lot of things. One of the biggest things I've been questioned is what exactly my future holds for me. I think I'm going through an identity crisis, because while everyone seems to know what they're doing or preparing for the coming future, I'm always staggering behind, wondering just where I'm headed. I have wanted to be a filmmaker for the longest time, and I plan on pursuing that dream in the future. But I always wonder, "What if I don't make it as a filmmaker? What then?" There are so many questions I wish I knew the answers to, but for the moment, I guess that's why the future is unpredictable. I have the present right now, and it's the best gift I can have right now.
Summer's here, and I have a lot of work to do in the coming months. For now, I think I'll just go out and enjoy the sun.
Oh wait, the weather's overcast.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Friday, June 5, 2009
Such an odd day.
Today has been quite an interesting one. Interesting enough to make me actually write a blog for once. Where should I begin...
Today was Senior Walk-Out Rally. I swear, I could've gone deaf from all the screaming. It's strange. The past two years, I would go to the Walk-Out, just to see what the buzz was about. Those two years, I hardly knew any actual seniors, except for those senior band kids. But this year, it's a different feeling. I'm really close to several seniors this time around. I'm going to feel really sad when they leave. Band definitely won't be the same next year. Same goes out to my other senior friends, namely Shawn. He's been my neighbor and one of my closest friends for years. I'll miss all these guys.
Over outside Peet's Coffee, we had the strangest experience. Ryan, Schwanka, and Bryan had takeout from Happy Sashimi, and we were waiting for my dad. During the wait, they decided to eat on the bench. Suddenly, one of the security guards came up to us. Starting off with something like "Hey, yo. Y'all can't eat in this era. Students gotta go over to Subway." He then proceeded to go kick out all the other students. When we got to Subway, it was nothing but a taped off construction site, where they had laid in some new tiling. We also saw him kicking everyone out outside Jamba Juice. Man, it seems us students can't fit in any era but Subway's. He's now officially a contender for Most Difficult To Understand, rivaling Schwanka.
Senior Recitals were very interesting. Too bad both Angeline (my camcorder) and my mom's camera died before I could finish recording. I went to extraordinary lengths to get as much of the performance as possible. It's too bad I missed Michael's recital in the mayhem. Sorry Michael. We also talked about how Schwanka would do next year. He's thinking of putting a tape recorder in his clarinet. I figure, if you can imitate the fingerings, you might as well be able to play the real thing.
On a final note (I smell a pun), finals are putting a great deal of stress on me. My group is struggling desperately to finish the service learning project by Monday. Finals are on Monday and Tuesday, with a chance of me failing at least 2 of them. So much work, so little time to do it in. Additionally, I've managed to make three of my friends upset and angered at me. It seems lately, I will say something that causes hurt in someone. I honestly don't mean to hurt anyone, but somehow I always end up doing so...Please forgive me. I don't want any of you to be like this.
SAT Subject Tests are in the morning. I'm taking it at Berkeley High. I need to get up early so I have time to get lost on the way to my room. I hope things go smoothly this weekend. I need a breather...
Today was Senior Walk-Out Rally. I swear, I could've gone deaf from all the screaming. It's strange. The past two years, I would go to the Walk-Out, just to see what the buzz was about. Those two years, I hardly knew any actual seniors, except for those senior band kids. But this year, it's a different feeling. I'm really close to several seniors this time around. I'm going to feel really sad when they leave. Band definitely won't be the same next year. Same goes out to my other senior friends, namely Shawn. He's been my neighbor and one of my closest friends for years. I'll miss all these guys.
Over outside Peet's Coffee, we had the strangest experience. Ryan, Schwanka, and Bryan had takeout from Happy Sashimi, and we were waiting for my dad. During the wait, they decided to eat on the bench. Suddenly, one of the security guards came up to us. Starting off with something like "Hey, yo. Y'all can't eat in this era. Students gotta go over to Subway." He then proceeded to go kick out all the other students. When we got to Subway, it was nothing but a taped off construction site, where they had laid in some new tiling. We also saw him kicking everyone out outside Jamba Juice. Man, it seems us students can't fit in any era but Subway's. He's now officially a contender for Most Difficult To Understand, rivaling Schwanka.
Senior Recitals were very interesting. Too bad both Angeline (my camcorder) and my mom's camera died before I could finish recording. I went to extraordinary lengths to get as much of the performance as possible. It's too bad I missed Michael's recital in the mayhem. Sorry Michael. We also talked about how Schwanka would do next year. He's thinking of putting a tape recorder in his clarinet. I figure, if you can imitate the fingerings, you might as well be able to play the real thing.
On a final note (I smell a pun), finals are putting a great deal of stress on me. My group is struggling desperately to finish the service learning project by Monday. Finals are on Monday and Tuesday, with a chance of me failing at least 2 of them. So much work, so little time to do it in. Additionally, I've managed to make three of my friends upset and angered at me. It seems lately, I will say something that causes hurt in someone. I honestly don't mean to hurt anyone, but somehow I always end up doing so...Please forgive me. I don't want any of you to be like this.
SAT Subject Tests are in the morning. I'm taking it at Berkeley High. I need to get up early so I have time to get lost on the way to my room. I hope things go smoothly this weekend. I need a breather...
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