Fly Baby Bird

What is the right age to leave the nest? Is it 17? 18? Right after you graduate from high school? My friends and I have talked about this quite a lot lately, because of our ages and where we are in life. One friend has already graduated, but doesn't want to leave the house. Another is a senior and not too happy with his home life. And me, I'm a junior stuck in an odd situation and just itching to be on my own. I have visions for my life and how I want them to be, and I can't have that here. So when id the right time? Is there a right time or is it all based on maturity? Is it personal preference? Maybe some people need to be thrown out there on their own so that they can slip and fall and then gain their strength to fly alone. We're all at an awkward time in our lives, teenagers everywhere. Maybe we don't want what our parents want and that's going to cause problems. And just think how scary it is in the moment you step out. Sure, there's an exhilaration,a heart pumping excitement. But there's also a fear of the unknown. Because what if we don't have enough money to pay our bills? What if we fail a class? What if we feel lost and alone? So when are we ready? Probably not ever....

Leave me your comments. Tell me when you left. When you want to leave.

Until Later,

Gemo <3

Cheap

So, I'm online looking for a new backpack; preferably one that doesn't cost a fortune. Thing is, there isn't one. Everything that I can find is at least thirty to forty dollars. And if you want quality you have to be willing to spend a little more. It's outrageous, the prices, these days. I mean who has the money to spend $50 on a book bag? It's ridiculous. It makes me wonder if the word 'cheap' is even relevant anymore. Everything is outrageously priced due to wacky inflation and this recession that is supposed to be over but is still wreaking havoc on our nation. It's crazy. It makes me wonder how things will be in a few years when I;m out in the world alone. Will I make it without my grandparents there to buy me what I need, or God forbid, what I want? Will I be able to make enough money to splurge on the occasional book? What is going to happen to me when I'm an adult and responsible of my own children? It's scary to think about. But thinking about it makes me appreciate things so much more. So, thinks parents and grandparents of the World!

Until Later,

Gemo <3

Future

So, here's the question. Should kids have to get jobs while they're going to college? I don't think they should have to. I believe that parents should work as hard as they can to make sure their children can go to school without having the added stress of a job. I think that people would do better in their classes if they could focus their time on school instead of work. Don't get me wrong, I'm not so naive as to think taht everyone is willing to focus on the education. Most college students are loving the freedom and are getting ready to party every night. And I also understand that not all families are priviledged enough to be able to send their children to school without the child's help. Sometimes, having a job is essential if the kid wants to go. But if parents can, then they should. And it irks me to no end when they don't. If you can't have the responsiblity to make sure they're future is all it can be, then don't have them. It's as simple as that. And that's all I have to say.

Until Later,

Gemo <3

Sad Face

Well it has been forever since I have been able to get on, but it has been bacause of my excessive load of school work. I have had so much to do it has been unrealistic and at the end of two weeks my body is just physically exhausted. Not much has happened, besides I think I have learned how to handle my studies and that I have more potential than I originally thought. My capacity for learning has surprised me, and I cant wait to see how the rest of the year goes. I'm still a little sceptical as to whether this is just a jump start on the year kind of thing that will wear off within a few days. But whatever it is, for now it seems to be working so I won't mess it up. Wish me luck!!

Until Later,

Gemo <3

Busy Bee

I have been studying my butt off all day for my first test in my AP Biology class. But I think after I'm done, it'll all be worth it. I believe that working hard to gain something in the end is very much worth all the pain and struggles you go through while getting there. The benefits outweigh the humongous loads of work. I also believe, though, that you can pace yourself when you work. There is no reason to kill yourself. The same goal you are trying to reach will still be there when you get done, so pacing yourself is always important to keep yourself sane and healthy. Let me know your opinions on work and work loads.

Until Later,

Gemo <3

Kids

I'm doing so much with young kids these days, it's crazy. I love it, though. They are so precious and it's so cute. I'm working at my school with a first grade teacher during 7th period. And now, my school counsiler (sp) wants me to help babysit some kids for a few hours after school. It's great though. Also, my classes are going great. AP isn't as bad as I thought it would be. The class I took as AP in ninth wasn't hard either, but the reputation at my current school for AP classes is a little more harsh than the previous school. But it's all good. Well, that's all for now.

Until Later,

Gemo <3

And So The Day Goes

What is the point in having a fundraiser if all the schools in creation are having that very same fundraiser? Isn't that a conflict of interest?? And exactly how do you spell fundraiser....funraiser? Those are my questions today. My school started its annual magazine sale today, and the rest of the county and all surrounding counties seem to be holding the same sale. It seems to me, that if you really wanted to make money, you would try for something original that nobody else could offer. Not sale the same thing as everyone else. The competition is brutal, and why fight to the death for funds when you could have them handed to you on a silver platter, per say? Ah, well, it's one of the many questions of the universe that seems to go unanswered, generally ignored by those that do not wish to look idiotic, although they already do. So, what are some of the ways your school makes money and if you could come up with something new, what would you suggest?

Until Later,

Gemo <3

Say Cheese

My boyfriend and I just took lots of wonderful pictures! :D Yes, that was a smiley. Haha, anyway. I started this awesome program today at school. I became a teacher's aide and am helping the first grade teachers. Today I was in Mrs. Maxwell's class and the kids are just adorable. I am going to have so much fun working with them. I also did my homework today, which is very rare for me. I usually just do it before class the next day, but this year is kind of packed, so I don't think that's going to work so well. I'm also proud to say it's my second consecutive day of staying awake ALL day. That's progress. So, for comments today I would like to talk about the innocence of youth and childhood. I got to experience the beautiful simplicity of the young today, and it was precious. I wish I had relished more in those times, but I guess with bliss comes ignorance as to the harshness of life that waited before me or any of my friends. Ah well, it's always a pleasure to experience it at least. So leave me your comments and opinions on small children, youth, and the innoncence of the afore mentioned.

Until Later,

Gemo <3

And We All Float On

Confusion is a wasteful emotion, if you ask me. Anywho, I have moved on and started reading Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. So far, it's interesting. I'm on page 30ish. And I have school again tomorrow, ugh. Really I don't know what to type about. I had this really good idea earlier and now I just can't remember. So I guess that's it for now. If I remember I shall post again.

Until Later,

Gemo <3

Friends

When people move away they always say they'll keep in touch, but most of the time that doesn't happen. But when ou're good friends, you don't let that happen. I love going to see my old friends and spending time with people that actually care about me. If you ever want to know who your real friends are, move away, Then you'll know. Real friends won't let you fade away. I love my friends. And that was my day, spending time with one of my best friends. It's great being able to talk to someone and not have to hold anything back. I've needed someone to talk to for a while. And now I feel a little better. Any friend advice people want to share, add here?

Until Later,

Gemo <3

The Beginning of The End of Me

My work load at school is going to kill me. Two AP courses plus pre-cal and other hard stuff. I hate school. But I'm kind of looking forward to it, in a twisted, sick way. I hope to be busy with clubs and golfing and of course, reading and writing like all the time. I'm actually taking a writing course for the first semester starting in September. That's going to be amazing. But today was okay, except for getting completely knocked down and then stared at while I lay there on the floor. No one apologizing or trying to help me up. No one. It was fun. (Sarcasm....major sarcasm.) I was so mad, I was shaking. But it was all good, I just brushed it off and made a snarky comment. I also spent a lot the day with my dad, which was nice and unusual. I'm going to his house for the weekend and spending time with my brother and friends there. I still haven't been able to finish the spy book I'm reading for research, but I hope to work on it some this weekend so that I can move on to Frankenstein and then who knows what. I have a few ideas for interesting topics, but right now I don't really have the time to get into all of that, so I'll save it for next time.

Until Later,

Gemo <3

Oh So Early

My day began way earlier than I'm used to, but since school starts tomorrow, I had to get my schedule straight. So I stayed up late last night and got up early this morning in the hopes it will make me tired enough to actually go to sleep tonight. We shall see if it works. My agenda today consist on nothing but fixing my car. My grandfather and I (Papa) are going to town to buy oil and maybe wipers for my car and then I also have to wash it and get the Georgia Girl tag on the front, my fuzzy dice are already hanging. Now the only thing I need is my Save the Ta-tas sticker and my car will be amazing. I mean, it's already periwinkle and tiny. It's amazing. Anywho, that and reading will consume my day. In other news, I may have a banner up soon. I went on quizilla and begged for someone to help me and a girl named Megan was amazing enough to answer my calls of need. I've seen what she has and it's cool. I think it represents me well. We shall see what progresses in that department. Otherwise, there have been some other changes to the site, added pages and what not. So, please feel free to check them out and tell what you think. I also think I'll be adding a contact me page with my email on it so that people can ask me questions and such directly. That's wishful thinking that I can get some more people interested in ym blog. My hopes are that the more people interested and reading, the more cool topics and reviews I can have. Well, that's all for now.

Until Later,

Gemo <3

Birthday Boy

Today was my boyfriend's 18th birthday. I spent the enitre day with him and we had loads of fun. I made him a cheese cake, his favorite, and a "card". It was a skate board made out of foam. It was pretty cool actually. And I bought him a necklace. Anyway, we had a lot of fun and I think he was happy which was my main goal. I got to spend time with his family, which is always a gift for me. I also am proud to announce that I bought a pair fuzzy dice for my car. I've been looking everywhere for them and I finally found them at a local store. Which is surprising seeing as I live in a little town. So that was my day, and it was great. In other news, I've been reading a book about spies in the Revolutionary war as research for a story I have always wanted to write. The peice started as an assignment in my 8th grade Georgia History class for some local contest our teacher made the class join. The paper had to be a certain legnth and had to be about espionage in the war. I won a certificate for my peice, which I had had to change and shorten. But I kept the long version and have periodically gone back to read it. As soon as I saw the book in an antique store I was intrigued. So I bought it and have learned a lot. I have changed parts of my story and written more to it. I hope to end up with about 15 pages, typed. Maybe when I finish I will post it on here. Maybe.

Until Later

Gemo <3

Pointless, but Happening Anyway

So here I am, back again, even though I know no one really reads this. So, I'll just keep writing this for myself in the hopes that one day some bored stranger will happen upon this and save themselves from horrible boredom for just a few minutes. I hope to just keep reviewing some books, write about what's going on in my life, and some of the stuff I'm writing about plus some more random stuff. I would like to write everyday, but I know that won't really happen. I still think I'm going to try, though. It will give me something to do as well as an outlit.

Until next time,
Gemo <3