R.I.P.

J.D. Salinger has left us phonies... may he RIP.

http://www.seattlepi.com/tvguide/414782_tvgif28.html

An interesting story.

Ok, so Wednesday night i was walking my puppy Bax and he saw a squirrel and chased after it ( i mean, if we can chase after these things we must right?). Anyways, he ran and i fell on the ice. Not a big deal, he's done that before. Then, about a half hour after i got home i had a revelation as i was trying to read. My glasses were gone. Very long day today. My eyes are so bad i practically run into people without them and it felt so weird not being able to read the board and actually having to listen to the teachers. Usually i read it and move on. Regardless, it was interesting. I feel so bad for real blind people because it's hard for me to go a day. My mom and i went down looking by where i fell last night and couldn't find them and after some mass searching of my room i thought they were gone for good. They must be on the ground in some place waiting for someone to find them and wonder why a pair of glasses was laying on the ground covered in snow (which would actually be a very interesting notice-it...) Later tonight though, my dad went over to look and he returned about twenty-minutes later glasses with some ice still on them in tow. I never thought I'd be so happy to have my glasses. :D

Bowling Adventure

Wednesday the 3rd of February is a home bowling match. (Next Wednesday)
We will be going against Belding.
The bowling teams (guys and girls) are currently undefeated.
It would actually be really cool if we had a bunch of kids, teachers; just people in general came and support the guys and girls.

So come out on February 3rd, 3:30pm at Sparta Lanes and watch the teams bowl. (It last till about 5:30ish)

Hope to see you there!

P.S. I take no part in sign making or shirt making. So for that information ( if there is any) talk to W-K

Bye Bye Quote Board!

If you want one last look at our quote board, here it is! Courtesy of Dayna!!!

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies movie!

So I just found out that a film based on the book "Pride and Prejudice and Zombies" will be released in 2011! The production companies making it are Darko Entertainment and Handsomecharlie films - anyone ever heard of them? It'll be distributed by, of course, Lionsgate.
David O. Russell will be directing and Natalie Portman will portray Elizabeth Bennet.

Is anyone else as pumped as I am?!
I can't wait! :)

Sweet new background!

Check out www.thecutestblogontheblock.com for new backgrounds for your own blog! Fun!

Creative Writing Challenges on iTunes

I found 'Writing Challenges' by Professor David Morley from the University of Warwick on iTunes U.

Even better, all 19 audio tracks are completely FREE.

Enjoy!

Paige :D

Contest

Don't know if anyone is interested, it's just local but it's nice to be published. :)

http://www.mlive.com/onthetown/index.ssf/2009/11/festival_literary_award_guidel.html

New Year Realizations

Oh boy, break seems to have gone by rather fast for me - In some aspects. Though I can't say I'm excited to go back to 7 am morning routines and homework, I am excited to see my friends and hear all about their winter break adventures. The past two school years I have actually wanted to go back for at least one class. Last year it was ChemCom with Mr. Landry - Katie, Dayna, and I pretty much made that class awesome. This year the class is definitely Creative Writing. Huh..who would have thought I would one day be able to say I actually miss a class?

Anyways, this Christmas was rather good for me. Christmas in its self is pretty awesome, even though I always feel bad asking for gifts and objects that I don't honestly need. But I managed to get a few ideas out there. Here is my 'show off' list of gifts ('cause just like any other kid, I still am - and will be excited about presents).

1. 2 CD's:

• Breaking Benjamin - Dear Agony. I give it a B+, didn't break any new ground for the band but over all good if you enjoy them. Recommened Songs: Fade Away, I Will Not Bow, Give Me A Sign, and Without You (My personal favorite)
• Chevelle - Wonder What's Next. Definitely earns an A+, though I may be biased because Chevelle is a particular favorite of mine. Mind blowing vocals by Pete Loeffler and just all around great music. I've been missing this album for my collection. Recommened Songs: ALL OF THEM (Family System, Comfortable Liar, The Red, and Forfeit)

2. Pajamas, because you can never go wrong with flannel bottoms...ever.
3. Olympus E-620 Digital SLR Camera, with exchangable lenses (yes, it's as complicated as it sounds). I'm pretty sure I'm getting nothing next year...which is fine with me. Now I'm a legit photographer....almost.
4. Rant by Chuck Palahniuk <3
5. Repo! The Genetic Opera (movie)
6. The prettiest necklace I have ever had...ever, from Grant.
7. Photoshop CS4

I have to say that New Years was surprisingly my favorite part of break. In past years I have never truly enjoyed New Years. Mainly, because it involves a large of group of people and none of whom I am very close to...or really wanted to be honestly. This year however, I got to bring Grant along with me (for 4 whole days, how awesome?? seriously.) Him being there made me open up and just make me feel comfortable finally and it let me spend some real time with my nuclear and extended family. Whether it was through games like Apples to Apples and Scrabble (absolutely LOVE this game by the way) or Airsoft/Paintball and Guitar Hero - I felt like I was actually PART of the family this year. I didn't fade into the background or be a loner. I can honestly say that I had a blast this year for New Years, and it's always a plus when you actually have someone to kiss on New Years, finally.

Life is Beautiful