Blog #7 getting my life together

I haven't been really responsible these past 2 months in school. My junior year I was that student that handed in everything on time and just had everything together. Now I always say "ill do it later" and then never do it. Recently report cards came out and I knew I could do so much better. I got used to my grades being 90 and above because of my junior year. I have decided to manage my time and not procrastinate. I started doing that this week. First, I finally started to wake up earlier for school. It's silly but I literally woke up so late everyday and only had 15 or 10 minutes to get ready. I can't ask my mom for a ride like I used to because her work schedule changed and she doesn't have time anymore. Also my bus comes earlier than usual which makes it worse. Secondly, I went to my guidance counselor to talk about changing Spanish 4 but there was a deadline for that, which I didn't know. Well since I couldn't I just decided to sign up for the seal of biliteracy so I can at least get something out of that class. I just know that'll be so helpful in the future. 

I went to a field trip to a pre k which is something I thought I would ever do. For some reason kids just don't like me :-(. But I thought I would give it another chance, who knows I might actually enjoy it. I ended up liking it actually. The kids were so kind and respectful. We pretty much just played and ate for the 3 hours we were there. I would've added pictures of the trip but we weren't allowed to sadly. One thing that was scary though, the kids have a huge sandbox and have real rocks ( not a good idea ) in there and one of the kids threw a rock with full force that almost hit my head. So happy it didn't. I also found out this trip helped me get the 3 hours of community service that I needed. Its so relieving because I don't have to think about it for the rest of the year. I don't even have government yet so this trip was definitely worth almost getting hit with a rock. 

If I Ever Raise Children...

Children isn't something that I want honestly. Maybe in the future I might change my mind. But If I ever decide that I want children then most likely I would rather adopt a child rather than me actually giving birth. Based on other women's experiences with being pregnant that I've heard, I don't want to go through that. Thats unnecessary stress that I don't need in my life. One thing that Ill never do as a parent though is show my children hateful views towards other people. Some kids from my generation are homophobic, transphobic, or racist just because of their parents views. These are the people ill probably tell my kids to avoid. I could never be around somebody with negative views. Imagine being bothered by somebody just being themselves. That could never be me. You people need to think for yourselves and start accepting people for who they are. 

(Literally has nothing to do with this blog but check out these possums in costumes.)

I want to be that parent to show children love and not hate. Kids can be easily manipulated if you just teach them hate. Why would any parent want that? This is a cycle that must be broken now. These negative comments could affect another kids life and not feel accepted for who they are. This is really just thinking about others too. We need to stop and think about not just yourself. This could also be your parents too. In many cases kids are afraid to be themselves just because of their parents who aren't accepting. This can be emotionally and mentally damaging for a kid or teen. This is something that ill never do. Like why would you want to make your own child feel that way and not feel accepted at home? That could never be me either. My point is that if I ever have kids, ill show them how to love and not hate other people and to always respect too. We should all know that kids are sensitive and that parents need to learn how to be more accepting and understanding. 

Look Past By Eric Devine

For a few weeks now I've been reading a book called 'Look Past' by Eric Devine sometimes on my free time or in class. The good thing about this book for me is that it keeps me entertained when I read it. Its surprising for me because I'm never entertained by a book. I also never made time to read books either. So far I've read up to chapter 6. These few chapters is mostly about two main characters named Avery and Mary. Avery is a transgender boy and really has never had somebody who has accepted him for him. He's always been rejected by everyone. Adults and kids his age. He's always had a good relationship with this girl named Mary. Why? because she was the only girl who accepted him for who he is. They've had this bond since they were little kids. Avery never had a good relationship with somebody else before, especially from a girl. He's always had feelings for Mary but never actually told her how he feels about her before. I believe what held him back was Marys father. Marys father is a local pastor thats very strict of course. He's transphobic and has made rude comments about Avery. Avery makes it very clear that he hates Marys father too. 

this is me reading

After Avery tells us about his relationship with Mary, he then talks about the present. Avery has recently found out that Mary has gone missing and nobody knows where she went. Things get worse later. Its been discovered that Mary was murdered and the killer is still on the loose. This brings a lot of worry and panic in town. Anybody could be murdered next. Avery wants to know who did this or why but everyone is having a difficult time finding out who the murderer is. Not many clues either for me to find out who it was either. So far I've been enjoying this book and I do want to know what happens next.

Future Things

My name is Katherin and i'm 17 years old. I'm going to be writing about my plans in the future. I recently decided i don't want to go straight to college once i graduate high school. I'm still going to college but i think its not the time for me yet. Ive realized that it isn't a race and we all go on different paces. I'm planning to just work for one year and then go to college to begin my career. I've been changing my mind on what career i actually want to do. Like every other normal junior you already know what career you want to do. I didn't think much about what career I wanted do. Not until when summer stared. First I decided that i wanted to be an eye doctor but after really thinking about it, its not for me. A little more about me, i'm really interested in animals. I currently have a dog, cat, and a ferret. I didn't own a ferret not so long ago but i've learned so much.

I've noticed how intelligent these small creatures are really are. During the summer I really wanted to learn more. Different animals require different things. For example, for my ferret I have to be very careful on what I feed him because his digestive system is completely different from any other animal. I also researched a few reptiles and the one that really got my attention were leopard geckos By research I mean is their habitat, diet, and their reaction to things. My point is that the career I finally decided that I wanted to do is an exotic animal veterinarian. I know its going to be a career that I actually will love doing and be in an environment that I feel comfortable with.