Dream Apartment for UT

I'm excited for the things that are going to be coming up in the next couple months. I can't wait to get my college admissions done with and just be anxious about acceptances.

(Un)Fortunately, one of my teachers is making us apply for scholarships so we have some money in our pocket for the next wallet-exploding months. I found this one scholarship on Vacancy.com and it seems simple/easy enough. Also doing this scholarship has made me thinking about what my living situation next year will actually be like. My house right now seems huge, even though when I was younger it didn't seem big enough! I couldn't get enough privacy and now that my brother is out of the house (for the most part) and my parents are getting older, it seems so quiet and hollow in this house.

I know that many of my friends plan on going to UT and my brother already goes there. UT is definitely on my list, mostly because I know that I'd have friends there or some kind of base there where I don't feel like a nobody or lost all the time. UT is a huge campus and I've seen my brother's dorm; it's like twice the size of my room now with two single beds and two desks. I take that back; it's smaller than my room now. It looks so depressing, almost like a jail sometimes.

But maybe if my parents let me or if I find a job I can live at one of the better dorms or maybe even at this place, Dobie Center. I know some people who live there already and they seem to love it.

And wow, the Dobie apartments look amazing compared to what I’ve seen of the dorms on the UT campus. What’s truly great about Dobie is that it’s right across from campus, walking/biking distance which makes it so convenient to live off campus. I’d actually feel like an adult if I lived there, my own room which can be decorated my own way and choose my own roommate. Plus there is free cable/internet and housekeeping! Housekeeping sounds great because I’m not a very clean person as most people know. Also there are athletic amenities like a pool and volleyball court for when I feel like blowing off some steam or stress from studying. Truly, this place seems more like a hotel than an apartment.

Since it's just off campus, I'll get all the privacy I'll need, hopefully. I can be around school friends or not and I can study in peace!

If I go to UT, I'll definitely be considering this place.

I’m not judging you… but I definitely have an opinion.

This summer has been incredibly good to me. I haven’t had many expectations of it; so I have yet to be let down. This brings up a point. Do expectations crush dreams? Or do unrealistic dreams ultimately destroy themselves? I’ve always had expectations of D-Camp and Impact. I always think, When I get there I’m going to do this, this, and this, hang out with her, him, and them, reconnect. And yet when I’ve come home the past couple times I’ve felt unfulfilled. It’s my purpose that is wrong and my intention.

I’ve been avidly watching the World Cup. TEAM USA. Soccer isn’t as boring as I thought it would be. It cool knowing that thousands of fans from around the world have all gathered in South Africa to cheer on their team, that the world is unified by this sport. It annoys me that we’re the only country that calls the sport soccer. I always enjoy watching the World Cup in the morning when I wake up. I’m still waking up early, like about 8 or 9. Not very summer-esque.

TestMasters has been quite enlightening. It has thoroughly improved some things. And most of my teachers and have been some sort of amusing. Although some not... (insert frustration).

I am slightly excited for my family trip to China. To be away from the American Lifestyle and to absorb myself into a different culture. I hope the Shanghai World Expo is interesting, that’s one of the things I’m most excited for. Also I’m anticipating a very exciting flight over to China, considering that me and two of my best friends are going over on the same flight. It’ll be a blast, I hope.

I’ve been hanging with people excessively, and it’s been amazing. Mostly Shaina and Pragati. Gossip Girl with Shaina and savoring every moment I have left with Pragati. Oh, must she go to TAMS?

Sincerely,

Michelle

Things that have happen and are of significance:

• Art & World History AP Testing
• NHS induction
• Mother's Day
• Diamond Spring Show
• MST Meetings

Things that are to happen:

• Tennis Banquet
• Senior Banquet
• Senior Choir Day
• Allison's Birthday Party
• StuCo dinner @ Red Robin
• Matt coming home

Things happening these days seem to be really insignificant. They are dull and lifeless, boring and monotonous. Unnecessary and drawn out.

The truth hurts. But it is what it is. You can't change it. But there is a fine line of what needs to be said and what doesn't. I think I would rather have it said.

Driving is fun. Driving people is a chore.

Summer is complicated.

Seniors graduating. Tragic. Will miss their maturity and someone to look up to.

Lifelessly,
Michelle

I am constantly going in and out of states of contentment. I like the way my life is. I don't like the way my life is. My friends are amazing. My friends are lacking. I'm pushing myself too hard. It's just not enough. When do you know when life is perfect and you are content? Is life ever going to be enough. Should we settle for being just content?

It's Not Fair

Listening: Wordkill - Epik High

People really need to just keep out of other people's business. I'll admit, sometimes I can get a little curious and carried away, but I know how to stop. I know when enough is enough. I've told secrets, but nothing that would ever ruin someone's life.

Some people just exhaust me. They make me want to shut my eyes and close off all my senses. Which would be nice if I were actually trying to sleep, as I am having issues with sleeping lately. Perhaps my insomnia is back? Or maybe I'm just not exhausting myself enough.

It's not fair that my family is able to invest and spend. I'm spoiled, over and over again. My family can afford to buy a new car, send the family to China, send me to school, without any worry. And yet, my friends are unable to afford things like new tennis rackets, new clothes, lunch. I really don't realize how good I've got it sometimes. But should I feel guilty for being well off?

So happy Spring Break everyone. Happy St. Pat's.

Sincerely,
Michelle

P.S. Amazing drama, The Woman Who Still Wants to Marry, with my possibly favorite actor Kim Bum.

Cowards

We're all cowards. Some are afraid to say what they really mean. Some are afraid to chase their dream. But what is it that's holding us back? Fear can control our lives without our knowing.

I find it interesting that I when I watch TV, when someone is crying or incredibly happy, I become emotional for them. It's because their expression looks so geniuine, so real unlike this fascade of indifference I express.

And I'm still wondering what makes her so special?

It's Been A While

Listening: Of Men and Angels - The Rocket Summer

It's been a long time. Hello my blog. Actually, it's been so long that I forgot my password and username combo.

So one month and two days. I don't even understand why I'm really counting. I'm not going to do anything special.

Something I really don't like is when people try to stand out for the sake of being different, people who crave attention. Also, along with attention whres there are the boring people, practically opposites. I feel like people get boring really fast and after that person isn't interesting anymore I feel as if I have to move onto the next person. Sounds bad, throwing people away, perhaps I'll start to recycle them.

I miss the Olympics incredibly. I will especially miss Apolo Ohno, whether he retires or not by Sochi 2014. I'm watching out for Mirai Nagasu, JR Celski (insert squeel), Simon Cho, and Shaun White next time. I can't wait. But at least I'll have London 2012 to keep me entertained! Plus I might actually go see the 2012 Olympics. Thank youuuu Senior Trip! Although, snowboarding with Anica wouldn't be too bad either.

School is going fairly well. Everyday though I feel as if I need to try harder, but in reality I still don't have the desire to try harder. I'm not looking far enough into the future of how my grades will affect my future.

There's a long night ahead of me.

Sincerely,

Michelle