Journey on the Yellow Brick Road: September 2013

Sunday, September 22, 2013

Hey guys, so I felt like I needed to post this because if I don't I'll explode! And you really don't want to see my guts everywhere.

But anyway, I wanted to say how much fun I had this weekend!! I literally can't stop thinking about it because I had such a blast. It was honestly like therapy for me. I'd had a really crazy past couple of weeks and I ready to just come home and relax and just be me. It was so difficult for me to stay focused this past week because I was so excited. I'd had a really stressful Friday before I left and I was quite honestly just pissed off when I got home. While trying to make my way to the train station on time I'd managed to pass it twice, one of those times walking for twenty minutes in the opposite direction. So I was extremely upset, thinking I was going to miss the train and miss the game. I finally asked for directions and made it there with only five minutes to buy my ticket and get on the train. I was so relieved when I made it, but the train was packed! I'd been walking for almost an hour and just wanted to sit, but I had to stand for 40 minutes of the ride, my heavy bag digging into my sore shoulders. Luckily, the train finally cleared out and I was able to sit and relax. I finally had a chance to clear my nerves a little bit.

When the train pulled up to the station I was glad to get out and go find my mom. I spent the ride home trying to calm myself down, reminding myself that the week was finally over and I'd have fun this weekend. So, by the time I got home I was ecstatic. I took a shower in my own bathroom, ate food from my own kitchen, got to walk naked to my room (whoops), and I was able to finally feel completely comfortable. You guys need to understand that I was literally vibrating driving to the game! I was so happy to go hang out with people I've known for longer than a few weeks, compared to st school. I was so excited to be back where everything was so familiar: my house, the streets, the football field. So, I feel like I should apologize a little for being so hyperactive at the game. :) I was literally bouncing up and down and screaming. It's one thing to message you guys all day, but it's another to actually be with you. I wanted to touch all of your faces and wrap you up in my blanket, but I was at least able to stop myself from doing that. But it was so AMAZING to see you guys! And I had so much fun just hanging out and talking at the game. Even though we weren't really paying attention to it...

And hanging out at Brooke's house was fantastic. That was one of the best sleepovers I've ever been to because of how damn tired we all were. Everything was hysterical, right down to Sara talking about aged cheese. Thanks Brooke for letting us come over and talk about inappropriate things in your dining room!

And Saturday night was just as amazing. I was so nervous when I got to the dance because I had never done anything like it before and DANCING WITH GUYS ACTUAL MEMBERS OF THE MALE GENDER?? HOW DO YOU DO THAT?? But after the dance got underway and a guy taught me some basic steps, I started to relax and I had a blast!! Guys actually come up and ask to dance with you WHAT? I DIDNT KNOW THAT WAS POSSIBLE ANYMORE. But I loved the fact that people actually danced; there was no grinding, no trying to make babies, which was very refreshing to see compared to Homecoming. You guys all should try to come next year; you'll really get a kick out of guys coming up to you, and you might enjoy it more than Homecoming. :) So thank you so much Rachel for inviting me, and thanks Brooke for coming, too, because you guys made it so great!

Most weekends I'd rather stay in my room and just read a book or watch something, because I feel like that's the best thing to do to forget a stressful week. Normally I get even more stressed out when I don't have time to myself over the weekend, but I'm so glad I went out this weekend, because it was the perfect way to relax for me. I got to hang out with people who laugh at the same things as me, encourage me to try new things, and understand where I'm coming from, which is exactly what I needed. I don't mind being on my own here--I actually prefer solitude most days--but sometimes I wish I could find people that I can relate with on the level that I do with you guys. The great part of living in such a diverse place is that you meet so many different kinds of people, but it also makes it hard to meet people like you. It's gonna take me awhile to build good relationships here, but I know that I have already strong relationships back home.

It was kinda tough for me to come back today. I woke up contemplating the idea of just not going back at all: staying at home, where everything is familiar and I get to hang out with you guys everyday, and go to Red Mango, and help eachother with our homework, and spend hours in Bath & Body Works, and have sleepovers. I kept smiling all the way back thinking about this weekend and how I know there will be many more weekends like that in the future. Even though I'm all settled back in here and comfortable with my new home, I still wish I could be back in Rockford with the people I've grown so much with. Love you guys and thank you for honestly making my year with all the fun we had!

-Alex

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Out of the Blue

Hey guys!
Its been a while since I have posted anything on here. Just letting you know this may be a long post! So first off how are you guys? How has school gone? Alex, Sara are you two enjoying life in a dorm? I hope its been good. Can't wait to hear any stories all of you guys have on Friday.
So I just wanted to emphasize on what Alex posted about the statistics that high school friends you make don't last. We will prove those stats wrong because we are a strong group of girls, both physically and mentally. And yes Sara that also includes you...but remember, I could still win in a fight ;)
So so far I haven't made any new friends. I mean I have talked to people but no more than that. There is this one guy named Malcolm he just keeps sitting at my table and talks to me in English and during my breaks, but he gets pretty annoying. All he talks about are video games. Then in my calc class there is this one chick who reminds me of beth in appearance but is nice...we don't talk much...then again its too early in the morning to do anything especially math related. In my chem class we have been working in groups these past two labs and I just found out I'm the youngest in my group. They were even surprised when I told them I was probably going for engineering; math isn't their favorite subject so I understand their surprise. I thought we messed up our lab last week but we got an 100%. That was amazing!!!
And talking about chemistry, being in that class has made me appreciate my high school years ten times more. I don't have a problem with my professors well maybe with the one who implied I didn't do my work, but their teaching is so different. For instance in chemistry the professor jumps around a lot, its good that I already had that class beforehand so its easier to manage.
Moving on with a different subject, Alex thank you for telling us about kik. I know I may just be on there for random reasons or may be there nonstop but I just want to let you know that I look forward to it everyday. Even been staying up later to talk to you guys. As the summer came to an end I questioned how I would keep in touch with all of you. I know I would text you guys but I quickly run out of conversation. It was you guys that got me to talk, ask Alex, and I laugh every single time Sara brings up that I wouldn't stop talking freshman year :) you have become the friends i dont want to lose. Even though its weird when Alex comes in and speaks of how she "admires" me, it makes my day and makes me feel better in general, especially when she mentioned how she loved the way I talk. I enjoy having these memories. Something to look at back on and smile. :)
So the guy....hmm hmm....he seems like a really cool guy and he is good to look at. We both did smile at each other but that has been it. It was a sweet smile and it reminded me of another time i was smiled at like that, i can semi remember the face but i cant put a name to it. Been forgetting a lot lately and I wonder if it has to do with the headaches I get. :/ I really did feel bad I stepped on his foot, it wasn't on purpose, but he really seems sweet. It may appear as if I'm obsessed, but I'm not, its just another topic to talk with you guys about. Although I am interested in talking to him further along.
So far this is all I can think about. Hope we can all be at the game Friday. Its has been and will continue to be great having you guys as friends. So let's not lose touch. I'll get back to annoying you guys with my serenades and random comments!!!
Love, G

Sunday, September 15, 2013

Quick post here

Hey ladies I just wanted to take a minute to address something that I heard before. A few months ago a couple different people told me that statistics say you'll meet your life long friends in college and that your friends in high school don't last as long as the ones in college. I want to say that statistics haven't met us. I think we'll always be friends even if we do meet people in college. Love you guys.

Monday, September 9, 2013

My apologies

Thursday, September 5, 2013

VIDEOSSS.

I made some videos for you guys. c:
Enjoy!
Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiVzTEpjUjM

Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kh1o7Y8QPQs

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Heeeeeeey part 3

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRYU0br49ZU&feature=youtube_gdata_player

And here is the last part :)

Heeeeeeey part 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVsto5vOnZ8&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Here is the second video

Heeeeeeeey!!!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrOO1eZk5Us&feature=youtube_gdata_player

I'M BACK WITH THREE MORE VIDEOS (it was only supposed to be one, but my phone kept stopping the video) So here is part one! :)

By the way, I fixed the last videos so you can view them now :)

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Mreow

Hey guys. Marissa here. (;
Well. I'm so excited for all of you! College life. Especially the two of you in dorms. That's exciting. I acyually really wish I had gone to a university in a dorm. Esppeecciiaaalllyyy if I had a dorm with atleast one of you ladies. I think once I discover what I want to do, I'm going to transfer to a university for that experience.
I'm proud of each and every one of you, and I hope you'll all do well during your first years!
Anyways. I hope you all had a great labor day weekend. Mine was kind of shabby, seeing as my dog Haily, who was almost 14 years years old, passed away on Saturday from a heart attack. I'm still upset about it, and it sucks that my room has a door that opens up to the backyard. I get to see the now empty lot that I used to see her running around in.
But I'll stop depressing you. I should actually be doing homework.. seeing as I have notes due tomorrow but I haven't actually started them yet. Woooo procrastination. c:
Anyways.. I don't have much else to say, so I'm going to cut it short.
Love, Marissa.

So I thought after these past couple stressful weeks everyone needed a little cheering up. So I'm finally posting this video:

cheer you guys up??

I hope this gave you guys something to smile about and a little bit of inspiration to keep going.

Everyone here has the potential to achieve so much. Our failures will become our greatest accomplishments.

"Around here, however, we don't look backwards for very long. We keep moving forward..." -Walt Disney

Meet the Robinsons

Seriously guys, if you're ever feeling down about your ability to do something, watch this movie. It's one of the most underrated Disney movies but it carries such a powerful message. Don't give up on your dreams because of a minor setback, keep pushing yourself to achieve your potential.

Love,

Alex

Love,
Sara

Journey on the Yellow Brick Road