Lucy's English Blog

Something I wish I could unhear was people talking bad about my sister. I obviously told her about it but it really upset her so I wish I just didn't hear about it in the first place.  In class today we were given the opportunity to make up some work. THANK YOU! The virtual days were very tough because some teachers assigned really long assignments that took a lot of time so it made it hard to complete everything.

 This past Monday, my girlfriend and I went to volunteer at her church to make essentials bags for people in need. It was a very eye opening and heart warming experience, especially seeing how many people showed up to help. I had never gotten to do something like that before and I have to say I will definitely be doing it again. The virtual days are very stressful. Not fun. I had to work tonight so I had less time to do my work and  found myself very overwhelmed. But it's ok because I am going to get it all done.

 A place that I feel most at peace is anywhere I am with my mom. My mom is my rock and I'm not sure how i'd navigate a lot of things without her. When i'm having a particularly hard day and need to just take my mind off of things, my mom and I will sit together and talk or watch TV and it always helps.  Today was another virtual day. The virtual days are honestly getting stressful because we get work from every teacher and its a lot to do in one day. Kinda wish we had school.

 One time that someones words had a lasting impact on me was when my mom talked to me about standing up for myself. She taught me the value of not letting people treat you as less than. Out of all the things my mom has said or taught me that lasted, I value this one the most. Today was a virtual day. It was really nice to be able to sleep in and still get work done. I had time to spend with my sister which was awesome because we don't get to spend time together a lot. 

 Something that's sentimental to me is a leopard stuffed animal that i've had since I was a child. I have had it pretty much since I was born so it has become really important to me. I sleep with it every night. Today in class we read more chapters of The Color Purple and then we filled out a chart. I enjoyed the reading but not the chart part.

 Today, I had to rely on my classmates at my table to help get through the quiz. It felt good actually because we did really good and got a 100. woohoo! success. Today in class we read more of The Color Purple and then did the pop quiz. I enjoyed today because it was pretty easy. Although I really don't feel good so that's not cool. Hopefully I feel better tomorrow.

 One time I had to step out of my comfort zone was when I was five years old and just starting theater. I was a very shy kid and did not like talking to anyone at all outside of my family, but my mom put me in theater and I had to perform in front of people. Eventually I was able to get over my fear but it was hard at first. Today in class we read a few chapters of The Color Purple and then we started a found poem. I really enjoyed the found poem because I actually produced something that I am very proud of. I forgot to title it though so I have to resubmit :(

 One dream I had that felt very real was last night. I dreampt that carter sent me a text telling me nobody likes me and that I sucked. Not cool Carter. It felt real though because that's a real fear I have and I'm always worried about what people think of me. In class today we read some more of the color purple. I learned that Celie loves shug avry. How cute.

 My Holiday break was very relaxing at times and chaotic at others. The first week of break I had plans every single day with various friends or family and while it was fun, it was also a lot. We always go to my grandma's house on Christmas Eve but my family is kind of crazy so that was interesting.  5 personal goals 1. Get in shape. I used to be very on top of my fitness but recently I have been bad about that so I really would like to get back on top of that 2. Read at least 25 books this year. I really enjoy reading but I don't do it enough so I want to read at least 25! 3. Eat healthier. I think that speaks for itself 4. I want to spend more time with my family. Since I'm about to graduate I want to really make the most of the time I have left with them 5. I want to convince my dad to let us get another cat. My other cat literally ran away to live with the neighbors. Not cool.