Tiger The Bad Cat

This is my cat Tiger. Don’t be fooled by her cuteness, shes so bad, but I love her so freaking much! We have to stash leftover food like biscuits and muffins in zip-lock bags in the microwave at night so she wont eat them. One time we had store bought muffins in a container. While everyone was sleeping, Tiger saw the muffins and decided to help herself. She jumped onto the counter, kicked off the container, a muffin had fallen out. In the morning my dad walked into the kitchen finding a half eaten muffin on the ground. From then on, we can’t trust her with food. Whenever i’m eating something she has to attempt to steal some from me. One time she reached onto my plate and plopped her paw onto some mustard and started licking it off her paw. I get so mad at her for doing that. She never lets me enjoy my food.

Tiger basically has claimed me as hers. She never leaves my side. She literally follows me everywhere. One time I was in the shower and I look over and she was staring at me menicingly! As I write this she is right next to me sleeping.  She likes to lay right in front of the keyboard making it hard for me to type or move the mouse. She wants all of my attention on her. Everyday she sits in my lap about twelve times a day. Not even kidding! She sleeps in my bed every night. She always comes in and wants me to pet her at the worst times when i’m actually trying to go to sleep. She sleeps in weird spots too. One time I woke up and she was laying across my neck. Sometimes she sleeps on my pillow on top of my head with her paws on my face.

Shes a serious handfull but I love that cat!

How Many Morgan’s Are In This World?

About a month ago, Danielle and I decided to go to Perkins Rowe to see Madagascar II. Before she picked me up I remember thinking, “hmm I’m just going with Danielle, I don’t need to put on makeup

Romantics talking about Romanticism? Who Knew!

After reading the Preface to Lyrical Ballads I really get an understanding of what was going on in Wordsworth’s head. This is a great example of romantics talking about their movement.*Side note- Every time I hear the name Wordsworth I always think how ironic of a name that is. He is like worth words! It’s as if he was meant to write. Sorry that was random I just had to say what was on my mind.*When he says, “The principal object, then, which I proposed to myself in these Poems was to chuse incidents and situations from common life, and to relate or describe them, throughout, as far as was possible, in a selection of language really used by men; and, at the same time, to throw over them a certain colouring of imagination, whereby ordinary things should be presented to the mind in an unusual way; and, further, and above all, to make these incidents and situations interesting by tracing in them, truly though not ostentatiously, the primary laws of our nature: chiefly, as far as regards the manner in which we associate ideas in a state of excitement,” He talks about his whole reasons for writing. Why he writes, who he is writing about, and who he is writing to. I thought everything he said was very informative.

Whats It All About Frankenstein?

Going into the reading, I thought the story would be similar to the popular films. As I began to read, I knew I was wrong. It was quite suprizing how different the movie is from the book. They are basically polar opposites from one another. To me, I always associated Frankenstein as the name of the monster. The movie depicts the creature (or in that case Frankenstein) as large, green, and stupid. All he does it walk around with his arms out and just groans as he marches. In the book, he is NOTHING like his. The creature isn’t stupid. He can actually speak like a human, and he learns fast. He is made out of animal parts, which means he is not green. I wonder why the filmakers changed him?

Honestly, I liked the book. I really liked reading how different everything was from the movie. When I read the letters I was like HOLD UP what just happened? It took me awhile to realize the importance of the letters, but when I did, it tied the story together. Mary Shelley’s descriptions were so vivid and clear. I could imagine the setting in my head. I could just picture a REALLY creepy looking thing in my head. (Don’t even ask me how to explain it, its really complicated) Many times I felt so bad for the creature, but other times I don’t. It’s like a chain reaction. Victor creates him, so it’s not his fault he is the way he is. Victor obsessed so much with creating another being, he didn’t stop to think about what could go wrong. Also, Victor is so indecisive which drove me crazy. He told the creature he would make him a bride, but in the end, he decides to not do it. CMON! He is lucky the creature didn’t kill him right then and there!

When I read, I usually listened to instrumental music. It felt like I was watching a movie. The description would flow into my head, along with the music. I felt like I was apart of it. It sounds weird but I could connect so many songs to Frankenstein.

Singing In Choir

For choir we had to learn a song called Sing Lullaby. Mr. Hubbard said we were going to be tested on the material, which means we would have to sing by ourselves AHHHHH. We got tested on The First Nowell (its spelled that way on the sheet music), so I knew I had to really study the music. I don’t know one person who feels confortable singing in front of the whole class!

Usually I do sing and learn the music, but I rarely, well never, look at music at home to study. This gives me a reason to actually learn it better. Yesterday in class, I was extreamly nervous, we all were. I paraticed as much as I could, but I wasn’t strong on some parts. It isn’t easy music to tell you the truth. Before we test, we let’s the whole choir sing together to see how we sound, and judge the quality. If it doesn’t sound good, he will listen to certain sections, if that section still messes up, they have to stand  up and sing by themselves. As we began to sing Sing Lullaby  I wasn’t so nervous anymore. We actually didn’t sound bad at all!

When the song finished, he told that he actually hates testing us, but it’s the only way to motivate us to sing and learn the material and to pay attention. It made me realize that I need to work harder in choir and I need to sing out and know the song to set an example for the underclassmen.

Being Sick is Not My Idea of Fun

I feel like writing a free post for the heck of it. So this week i’ve been sick BLEHHHHH. I wish I could say it’s fun to miss school and sleep in and watch scary movie marathon’s but it really isn’t. Monday morning I woke up feeling TERRIBLE! My stomach was in knots and I felt like I had to throw up. My nose was beyond stopped up and I had a pounding headache. When I sat up I felt really dizzy. Trust me, I didn’t want to miss school because I don’t want to get behind on my schoolwork. Plus it was EXTREAMLY cold!

I decided I needed to go to school tuesday, BAD IDEA. I was still pretty sick and it was so cold outside, which didn’t help me. When I got to study hall, things started to get bad. My stomach was about to explode and I was so out of it. But I knew I had to tough it out since I had a physics test and a math quiz. I felt so bad afterschool I didn’t even go to tutor. It was a good thing I went straight home. I had a fever. I felt bad since it was my mom’s birthday and I couldn’t fully celebrate it. I was getting frustrated because I didn’t want to be sick for Halloween. No way that was going to happen.

Wednesday I woke up again with a fever not feeling good. My parents decided that I needed to go see the doctor. Turns out I have post-nasal drip. All the junk in my sinus cavity was dripping down to my stomach making it feel bad. He asked me if I wanted shots. Shots aren’t something I look foward to, but I knew I needed it in order to get better. I had to get two shots, wahhh! I always get them in my hips, never fails. The first shot wasn’t that bad and I thought the trouble was over. I was wrong. The second shot burned SO BAD! I could feel the liquid draining down my leg. Oh gosh I wasn’t happy. The nurse told me that I take shots better than most adults. Whenever i’m giving shots, I always sing a song in my head and focus more on thinking of the song than getting a shot. They stil hurt,but I never cry. This time I actually winced. It hurt for real! I always like the cute bandaids they give you. I got Peanuts(the comics) in space. CUTE! He gave me medicane so I will feel better. I hope it does soon!

Later that night my back HURT! It was sore from the shots. I was not a happy camper. I was worried that I wasn’t going to be able to sleep right with the pain coming from my hips. I did fine but it could of been better. I really do hope I will be able to go out for Halloween. I will be pretty mad if I can’t.

Well that’s all for now. BYE

Research Paper Updates

We were assigned to choose a book and read it on your own time. I chose “The Last September.” When the books were due I was suprized that a few little amount of people actually finished reading(me being one of them). So everything started off on the wrong foot. I was glad that I completed my book otherwise I would of been stressing!

Whenever I hear the words “research” and “paper” my whole body tenses up. I am never really good at writing a detailed paper about a subject. I really want to do well on this paper. I have found some information, but i’m worried that it’s still not enough. I’m worried that I won’t have enough information to make points to the book.

My plan is to research more and find sources that are revelent and have to do with proving my thesis and making it make sense. I just hope my paper will turn out okay. I plan to really put effort into it.

The Monster Mash

Yeah my title is lame whatever haha! Anyways, back to the point of this blog. Halloween is this friday and I am super excited. I think i’m mostly excited about it being on Friday. I hate it when it lies on a weekday like a Wednesday. There is really no point in going out and doing something because you have to go to school the next day! Total bummer right? Well, not this time it’s on a Friday. I’ve realized that I am much too old to be begging for candy. I don’t mind not going becuase it’s pretty lame to be doing that. My sister didn’t get that memo. She trick-or-treated until she was like 18. I’m not following that pair of footsteps. Sorry sis! Every year I have to put up with my mom being way too into the whole Halloween festivities. I know she is going to be wearing her Frankenstein eearings that are HUGE. It’s kind of embarressing.

I am pretty excited about dressing up. I love wearing costumes and now I have an excuse to wear one. I really want to go buy a costume but they are SO expensive these days. I’m sorry but I don’t have $40 laying about somewhere. Plus my parents would be all freaking out and would ask all of these questions like “What do you need a costume for?” “What does it look like?” I don’t want to deal with that. I guess I can understand since it would be their money, but still I wish they would just stop worrying about everything. They seem to think that all the “creeps” come out at Halloween. Although that’s true, that doesn’t mean i’m going out looking for them.  Whatever.

It might just be me, but I always love watching all those scary movies. It’s like watching A Christmas Story, it only comes around once a year. I like the classics, you know the ones with the cheezy acting and lame effects? I don’t consider them scary at all!

This Halloween isn’t about candy and ghosts and whatnot, it’s pretty much about being with friends and enjoying that one night without having to worry about school or about parents or about anything that is stressing you out. It’s something that I think we all need. I hope it turns out to be amazing and I hope it turns out great for everyone else.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

First Quarter

First quarter was kind of a roller coaster. In the beginning, I was extreamly nervous and worried that I was going to have a hard time. It started out with everyone acting out and not having order to get anything done. I started to get frustrated because I wanted to learn and do well and I was getting distracted. I wanted to leave the class honestly, but i’m glad I didn’t. I really commend Mrs. Duke for having patience with the class and trying to find ways so we can use our time wisely. I really liked the partner seating arrangement. It’s good to share ideas and help that person if they need it. Sayer isn’t one of my close friends, so it’s out of my comfort zone to be partnered up with him. I think it’s a good thing because I can’t rely on my comfort zone all the time, so this is helping me not be so distant from classmates that i’m not close with. 

 I learned getting your homework done [ahead of time]and putting effort into your work really helps. When we read HOD, I annotated like a madman with highlighters and colored pens etc. I didn’t just randomly hightlight words, I colorcoded everything. For example, orange highlighter was used for important quotes or words that had to do with darkness. It helped me understand the book better and I did more than just read it. And when I came to class I was able to make conversation about the book and give my thoughts and ask questions. All that work paid off, because I have never understood a book more than this. Yes, Mrs. Duke does like to do abnormal things, but it really makes you think. She takes us to a whole new level of learning, and it really make a difference in how I pick up a book now. I think more about little things now. They might be small but they still can have an importance.

It’s important to actually do your homework and spend time on it. If you don’t do your homework, then class won’t happen. We won’t understand the material, and if we don’t have questions, Mrs. Duke can’t help explain anything to us, so we are left confused. Also class is confusing if you haven’t done your work because you have no idea what is going on and you are behind.

It’s important to say on top of your work and not to wait until the last minute. That was my mistake.  I’m going to work on that for 2nd quarter.

Nick and Norah’s Infinate Playlist

First off I just want to say I loved this movie! ****

As for the actors…

Michael Cera did an excellent job as Nick. He is an expert at playing the soft awkard indie type boy who is in way over his head. He was the star of the show.

Aaron Yoo played Thom. You might know him from as the asain dude from Disturbia and The Wackness. Although I LOVE this guy, he didn’t pull of a gay guy. He didn’t convince me. I still think he was funny and a good actor, he should just stray away from playing a gay guy.

The rest of the boys in the band(it’s a band with gay guys but Nick isn’t gay) did a good job and really made me smile and laugh.

Kat Dennings played Norah. She pertrayed her character quite well. I like the attitude she gave off and the chillness she had which made me like her character. Also I commend her for putting up with her best friend Caroline who was drunk. I could never keep up with that girl.

Tris, played by Alexis Dziena looked and acted like your typical snobby girl who gets what she wants. She did a good job at being rude and smartelic towards the other characters. The only thing I would say is that it doesn’t seem that Tris would date Nick. It doesn’t seem like Nick is Tris’ type or someone she would go for, but that is just me.

Caroline who was played by Ari Graynor was so funny! She gets drunk and is all over the place. She runs away and gets lost in New York without Norah. Her crazy antics really made the movie funny and I enjoyed it.

Also what I like about this movie is the cameo appearances throughout the movie,

John Cho from Harold and Kumar

Kevin Corrigan who plays Eddie on Grounded for Life

and Andy Samberg from Hot Rod and SNL

One thing that really dissapointed me was the whole “Where’s Fluffy” ordeal. The characters talk about this amazing band that has secret shows that you have to find clues for in order to see them. The whole basis of the night is to find where “Fluffy” is playing. At the end the find the secret place where the band is playing, but you never get to see or hear them. It was really dissapointing to me because I really wanted to  hear the band. I was let down at that part.

But all in all it was a super cute movie and I really enjoyed. I would recommend it to mostly teenagers. But if you like movies like Juno and Charlie Bartlett i’m pretty sure you will really like this movie.