Mall of America video

This I Believe

There are words that I would use to describe what I believe in. Honesty, a strong work ethic, and having a loving family are a few things I live by. Also I believe in laughter, procrastination, and to treat other as you would want to be treated.

Honesty is something I was taught as a very young child. I was raised in a Christian home and many or the morals that I live by today was embedded in me very early in life. For as long as I can remember my parents have always said, “Honesty is policy.” One of the reasons that being honest is so important is because it is a true testament to one’s character. Anyone can lie, but not everyone can own up to the truth.

I believe that having a loving family is a huge priority in life. If it were not for the loving support of my family I would not be half the person that I am today. My definition of family is people that will never let me down, will always be there for me, and will always love me. I am very close to my family, and I am thankful for that. My mother’s love and concern lets me know that she is always there for me. My father’s never yielding support makes me always shoot for my dreams. The fellowship and the time spent with my sister, Rachel, is very special to me.

I believe in working hard for what I want in life. My strong work ethic started the summer of my eighth grade year, working as a lifeguard. I worked thirty to forty hours a week throughout the summer. When other kids were relaxing by the pool, I was working instead. My first job taught me that having a strong work ethic would make me a better woman.

I believe in laughter and having a good time. Laughing is one of the best things in life. I love acting goofy and laughing with my family and friends. Life can get so serious with the everyday strains and stresses, but I make it a point to relax and have a good time. Laughter keeps me young and energized. Some of the best times in my life have been staying up late with my sister, or friends, and laughing about nothing.

I believe that you should treat others as you would want to be treated. The way a person treats his fellow man says a lot about his character. Everyone deserves the same amount of respect. The way my family has raised me will help guide the way I conduct myself and treat other people throughout life.

Rude People

Ok, so I work at a restaurant called Noodles & Company.  It's actually a really fun place to work and I love all of the people that work there.  I've worked in customer service since I was 15 and it's not half bad until you get the unnecessary...rude people.  Let's be honest, how big of a deal is it that we forgot to give you extra dressing on the side OR that it's a little to warm in our restaurant? They act like these minor incoveniences are the end of the world and they decide to be total jerks about it! Maybe it's just me, but I've never found the need to be rude to people like that. Not getting an extra napkin isn't going to kill you...I promise.  I really want to tell those people to turn on the news and listen to how much crime, deaths, and natural disasters there are in the world today and then ask them where their napkin fits into all of this! There lives could be a whole lot worse and if the only thing they can complain about is how they didn't get everything handed perfectly to them, then I'd say they've got it made. For goodness sakes...

observation

Her fingers floated weightlessly over the piano keys as she played our accompaniment.  Energy poured through her finger tips as the melody filled the auditorium.  It seemed effortless how she played with such emotion and passion.  It was conert Sunday and Mrs. Arishina had been practicing and preparing for this performance for weeks.  So much pressure lies on the hands of an accompanist during a choir concert because they must know and play the music flawlessly.  Although she may have felt the pressure, she never showed it.  With each song, her hands approached the piano with such confidence and strength.  She was a professional and her playing clearly portrayed that.  Music was her passion, her life, and we all appreciated being able to perform alongside such an amazing musician.

Descriptive Writing

As her mother helps her put on her cathedral length veil, she can't help but to think back to when she was a little girl. When she was five years old she would put a white sheet over her head and practice walking down the aisle to her very own prince charming.  This is the moment she has been waiting for all of her life.  A knock at the door brings her back from her childhood memory as she turns to see her father in his black tuxedo standing in the doorway.  His eyes swell up with bitter sweet tears as he stands in awe of his daughter's beauty.  He sees a beautiful, glowing bride but still sees her as the innocent five year old girl with a white sheet over her head.  He manages to choke back the tears and say, "It's show time."  She holds her bouquet of lillies and white roses in one hand as she holds onto her father's arm with the other.  As they watch each bridesmaid walk down the aisle that is lined with candelabras and roses, her father holds onto each precious moment he has with her and she reminds him that she will always be his little girl.  An overwhelming feeling of joy washes over her as she hears her music cue.  She can not believe how lucky she is to be marrying her best friend, her very own prince charming. She takes one last deap breath before she walks down the aisle to her future.        

decisions, decisions.

Lately I've been second guessing myself...a lot.  I've applied to both Otterbein and Kent State because they both have great nursing programs.  I was dead set on going to Otterbein because someone (meaning my boyfriend of two years) goes there.  Now don't get me wrong, Otterbein would be a great fit for me because I already have a lot of friends there, it's close to all of my family, and I think I would do better at a smaller school.  Although, I can't help but wonder if my judgement is being affected by him.  I had always imagined myself going to a bigger school too.  It just sucks that I have to make a decision for "us" instead of a decision for "me" at the age of 17.  Also, Kent State is a crazzzyyy amount cheaper!!

...ugh help!

XLV

So the Steelers lost...crap.  I knew Facebook was going to blow up about them losing so I decided to see what people posted.  One status was "now all of the Steeler fans can cry as they fall off the bandwagon." ...First of all I know for a fact that this person is NOT a football fan and probably doesn't even know what a first down is. Second, this person is a hypocrite because they're jumping on the bandwagon of Steelers haters.  It's one thing to dislike a football team because of a legitimate reason, but if you're going to hate them "just because" then that's not right.  I also want to officially congratulate the Packers and all of their fans. It's a great feeling to win the Super Bowl, we've had that feeling six times already.  I will most definitely continue to support the Steelers because that's what true fans do, I'm not just a "fair weather fan." Well, this makes me excited for next season.  I can only expect great things from the Steelers.        

....p.s. if anyone wants to make a smart comment to me tomorrow about the outcome of the game, don't because you will regret it.