THe Last ONE

YAY!! 33 blogs! I did it! Under tons of stress tho! I guess this means it's the end of Nonfiction writing! It's been a blast you guys. You all have been great!...

So now that classes are coming to an end, I will have to begin packing up my stuff to be ready to ship out! I hate packing!! It is one of the many things I am not good at. I seem to lose things as I pack. And they seem to surface months after i need them. This packing thing is something I really wish someone would do for me. Any takers?

4:47pm

It's 4:47 and I have two more blogs to write! Not to mention I have to shower, fix my hair and get pretty for the show tonight!! Plus, I have to print out my essays for my portfolio!! Oh what fun!! I have to all of this within an hour and ten minutes. Can I do it?...maybe!! AHH...this week has been hell!! SO much stuff due and it's only the beginning!! This weekend is going to be so beautiful and I won't even get to enjoy it!! Lucky me!!! Well, happy writing guys!! See u soon...hopefully! :)

Apartment hunting

I am in the process of trying to find an apartment. This is more difficult that I thought. There are so many to choose from. I know what I want in an apartment, but don't know if I can get it all within my price range. I have found out that lots of apartments are being rented out at special rates because of this economy. Everyone is trying to stay above water. This is good for the consumer right? I still havent made up my mind on that yet! I can see enourmous fees in the future!! Anyway, I will let you know when I've made my apartment decision.!! BTW...why are pet fees so freakin EXPENSIVE!! GOSH!!

Writer's block

I am having a writer's block and have nothing to write about!! UGH!!! I will never wait until the last minute to catch up on an assignment like this again!! I definitely do not recommend it. I've written about everything I can possibly think of. AHHHHHH!!!!! :)

Black Comedy

The play Black Comedy premieres tonight! I am very excited about it because I am working on the tech crew for tonight!! Yay me! THis experience has really opened a new appreciation for the drama department here at Queens. A lot of work goes into making these plays a success for the students as well as the audience. I am very proud to be apart of this production. It is extremely funny and very physical. All ages are welcomed to come...I wouldn't say it is a family production but it is certainly not unappropriate for children. If you are ready to laugh and enjoy a good time in the "dark", than come out and watch the play. Admission is $5. The play is from Thursday to Saturday @ 8pm and Sunday @ 2pm! See you there!!

New job

After all of this searching i am pleased to say that I have received a job offer with a PR company back home in Charleston. Wow...i can't believe i did it. I found a job in this terrible economy!! I am very excited to be starting this new chapter in my life. WORK!! Hopefully as time goes on I will get paid better! :(

Boredom

I am so bored! No, really, really, REALLY bored. I am sitting in an empty apartment trying to find things to write about. Nothing comes to mind. I look outside and see a busy street...cars, people, dogs, children. They all look so happy. No one seems to be bored out there. Maybe I should go outside and relieve some of my boredom with a walk. Will that help? Probably not! Or maybe I should call someone to talk...ABSOLUTELY NOT! I hate talking on the phone about nothing. Thats even more boring. If I'm bored, I'd rather be bored alone. Please excuse my meaningless rant. Bored, bored, bored!

Final portfolio

My portfolio is finished! YAY!! I honestly did learn alot in this class. I do believe my writing has changed and Prof. Renfroes techniques as well as those we learned from other writers have helped. Writing is definitely not something I want to pursue as a career, but I will definitely continue writing for fun. I also appreciate my classmates for allowing me to read their stories as well. I learned tons from them too! Happy writing to you all!!

My City

I am from Charleston,SC. Paradise for some, Educational for others. I love my city. I really haven't appreciated it for quite a while. I live on James Island...yes it is an actual island. This also means that I live extremely close to the beach...5 min away to be exact. Yes...be jealous!! My favorite part about my city is driving over the bridge to get to downtown Charleston. THe view is breathtaking. The blue water, boats sailing, beautiful homes, people walking...it truly is paradise. My city has so much to offer...especially in the Summer. It seems like every week there is a festival. Tons of locals get together to enjoy music, dancing, artwork, poetry, and of course that good ol' LOWCOUNTRY COOKIN"!! Crabs, lobsters, shrimp, scallops and all the fixins!! And the weather....hot and sunny!! Perfect weather to enjoy the beach or take a stroll downtown! Awwww....I can't wait!

College

My college experience at Queens had been wonderful. I can't believe it's almost over. As a freshman, I was a shy girl hiding from the life experiences. I was sheltered and not ready to experience the joys of life. But, soon enough that shy girl broke her shell. I have great friends and experienced so many things in college. I've had good times and bad times! Happy times and sad times. I've laughed and cried!!

My college experience has shaped who I am today. Very strong and very independent. My teachers have taught me to think outside the box, to test my knowledge and never be afraid to learn even more. I wouldn't trade this experience in for the world. Queens is such a wonderful place. Everyone is nice and the professors really want you to succeed! I love them all and appreciate them for allowing me to share a piece of them.

I've made lifelong friendships at Queens. I've done things I would have never done if I hadn't been at QUeens....like going to Greece! I would have never had that opportunity!! I am so pround to say that on May 9th I will be a Queens University of Charlotte graduate.

May 9, 2009

May 9, 2009 is almost here!! Oh my gosh!! It seems like only a few days ago I was talking about how much i wanted school to be over...now it almost is!! Im scared. Im scared about entering this crazy world. The world of work is waiting with not so welcoming hands. It's time to be completely on my own!! I hope I'm ready!...

I love Jesus

I wouldnt categorize myself as an extremely religious person. But, I am a Christian. I love God! I love Jesus!! The past 5 years have brought me so much closer to Jesus. My walk with Him has gotten stronger. He has done so much for me and has gotten me out of so much trouble that I have no choice but to worship Him! My heart is filled with so much joy as I think about everything he has done for me. And now look...I graduate in 16 days!! Graduate!! Me...a college graduate!! 5 years ago I would have never thought this was possible!! I thank God everyday for the blessing he has given me. I praise him because of his promise to me. He told me that he would never put more on me than I can bear. And he hasn't. he has tested me...and I have passed. The love for my God goes beyond what I can say. I would do anything for my savior!! I just thank him for never giving up on me!!

I hate blogging

I am so sick of this blogging thing! It's boring and to me pointless. I'd much rather write in a safe, secure, personal diary. Posting stuff on the internet just seems so impersonal. The whole world has access to it. Would I really want the whole world reading what I blogged about....some might, but not me!! Oh...

My messy room

I hate mess!! I hate a messy room, a messy kitchen, a messy house...PERIOD!! So, why is my room such a mess?!?!?!?! Simple answer....end of the semester time!! My books are thrown all over the place, papers are everywhere, pens are in ungodly places. Clothes are hanging out my closet!! All because of the stress of the end of semester essays, projects, papers, etc. YOu see...I am a procrastinator...to the fullest extent. If something is due weeks in advance, I would probably wait until the week it's due to even open the assignment. THats just how I've always been! It sucks because it really doesnt work that well for me. But I continue to do it!! And when I procrastinate....I get stressed which leads to a messy room. Oh help me!!

My take on OCTOMOM!!

I'm sure you have all heard about Octomom...and are rather sick of hearing about her!! Well, I am too. But I just have to give my two cents!! I believe she mentally disable! What kind of woman would intentionally impregnate herself to have multiple birth?? Especially one who has no job, lives with her parents, and has no companion?? Is she psycho...YES!! Taking care of one child is enough...especially for her intelligence. I remember watching something on her and someone asked how she plans to take care of all of her children. Her reply was with love! LOVE?? Of course they need love...but does love buy them pampers, food, clothes, and other essentials? Absolutely NOT!! And i wonder how she had the audacity to fire her free professional help?? Really? Fire free help?? All i can say is WOW!! I feel so sorry for all of her children. It's so unfortunate they have an idiot for a mother!!

Reality tv

I have a strange obsession! I LOVE reality tv shows. But, more importantly...the dating reality tv shows. My ultimate fav...Flava of Love!! Oh how I miss that show. The sick, ignorant, sexual, simple minded humor is extremely entertaining to me. They are all actually a confidence booster as well. I love the cursing, the fights, the sex, the challenges...the EVERYTHING!!! Maybe one day I will have my own reality show. Certainly not dating tho...I could never kiss that many guys at one. Nonetheless, I would love having 20 guys fighting over my attention and affection. lol...that would be really nice!! 00ps...don't mention that to my boyfriend!! :)

Editing

Editing...i HATE it!!! Reading my piece over and over and over is starting to make me hate the essay entirely!! I enjoy writing....but not editing!!! Perhaps if I ever get a career where writing is involved...I should hire my own editor! And, no matter how much I edit...there is always somethng I seem to miss...usually something BIG and OBVIOUS!! Oh well....back to more editing!!

Exams

Well it's exam time. Ugh!! I dread this time of year! So many papers, projects, and presentations are due around the same time!!!!!! Not to mention, we have to study for those difficult, cummulative exams. Well, this year I kind of lucked out. Out of all my classes, I only have one exam. BUT...I have 7 one page responses due for one class, 2 four page papers due for another, 3 1 1/2 page papers due for the same class, and one paper due as part of my exam for another!!! Yes...this weekend is going to be HELL!!!! Sometimes I wonder if exams or papers are better. Well, I guess papers are better....but not so much at one time!! AHHHHHHHH!!!!

Jayden's 3rd BDAY

On April 26th, my son will be 3 years old!! I can't believe it!!!! The 3 years have certainly flown by. My son, Jayden, is an interesting character. He's charming, hilarious, outspoken, dramatic and extremely intelligent!! Every day we talk on the phone and every day he tells me something new that happened at school or at home with my parents. I am so amazed at his talking skills at such a young age.

Unfortunately, due to my play practium final, I will not have the opportunity to spend Jay's third birthday with him. As a mother, this obviously does not settle well with me. This will be the first birthday I missed. Somehow, I managed to manuever my schedule evey year around this time to make sure i was home to celebrate his birthday with him. We have a tradition. Before he wakes, I always put a balloon beside his bed because for some reason he has a fascination with balloons. After that, I take a birthday morning picture of him in his bed. Then I make a yummy birthday breakfast for him and finally he is allowed to open one present that morning. But this year....I won't be able to do it :( Fortunately, I will be home next Thursday. So we will do something special then.

Love

Love has a strange way of barging in unexpectedly....but it always comes at the right time. I have been with my boyfriend for nearly 2 years. We've known each other for 3 years but due to my past, I was very hesitant about going into a relationship. I had been so scarred by the emotional and physical and mental pain my ex put me through that I was afraid to ever love again...besides my family. But, my boyfriend came into my life and taught me that every guy is not the same. I know it's cliche' but he always told me that "one guys trash is another guy's treasure. And this is so true. My boyfriend treats me like a Queen....he spoils me, takes care of me and most importantly loves me a way I've never felt before. The bond that we share is so strong that I don't think anything could break it.

You see, me and my boyfriend were not always this way. In fact, when I first met him, I immediately categorized him as a "man whore" who "wanted his cake and eat it too". I wouldnt give him a chance and he never gave up on me. After a few months of not speaking to him, he called me one day out of the blue. During that phone call, I realized that I wanted to give him a try...and I did. To this day, that was one of the best decisions I've ever made. He may not be perfect, but he's perfect for me. And I thank GOd everyday for giving him to me.

Spring is HERE!!

I just watched the weather report for the rest of the week and i must admit...I am extremely excited. These past few weeks have been a mix between Fall and Spring...and now it looks like we will be getting Summer!! Yay!! Plus, the rainy weather that we've also been getting hasn't helped either. Actually, I was getting quite tired of the rain. Every morning, I looked outside and saw the dismal scenery and rolled my eyes and went back to bed. For some reason, seeing the dreary weather put me in a bad mood. But now...I will not have to worry about that...at least for now!! YAY Spring is here...and it actually looks and feels like it! Thank you God!

My Internship

My internship at FoxCharlotte has finally come to a close. I had a wonderful time interviewing people, writing stories and enjoying the company of the reporters, producers, editors, and photographers. I honestly can't believe it is over actually! My internship has taught me alot about the Broadcasting business. Mostly, it taught me that broadcasting is not particulary my field of interest. Don't get me wrong, I love writing news stories and love being in front of the camera, but the crazy hours area ridiculous!! I had to be up at 2:30am to be to the station by 3:30aam to prepare for the 5am show!! UGH!!!! But., when all is said and done...I am so happy I had the opportunity to intern with such a wonderful group of people.

Baby Ava

Well, when God takes someone away He always reminds of us His promise to continue to make us fruitful. Yesterday, my cousin/Godsister Ava Olivia was born. I have been anticipating her arrival for quite some time now and am thrilled that she is here!! She weighed 8lbs. 3 oz and definitely is a chubby little thing. I can't wait to return home to see her precious face. Sometimes watching babies come into the world make me wish I were older and married so that I could have another one....or maybe not! :)

My letter

Wow...I can't believe the semester is coming to a close. This class, Nonfiction Writing, has been a wonderful experience. I have always loved to write, but this class brought a new insight to my writing. Through our readings and assignments, I learned different techniques on how to better my writing. It has truly been informational!! Moreover, my classmates have all been exciting to work with as well. See you guys later!!

Emotionless

I read the prompt for this week and found out we were suppose to write on our revisions for our essay. Well, my essay is going to need a lot of revising. My beloved grandmother who I wrote about in my essay passed away earlier this week. I don't know what to think. Life is not fair. I don't understand how this happened. I can't cry, I can't talk, I can't think. This wasn't supposed to happen...at least not now. Oh God not now!! Please pray for me as well as my family. This is going to be difficult.

Oh the joys of music!!

I don't really have a unique passion. But, I do have a passion. I have a STRONG love for music. I listen to music all day, every day. In fact, if you see me around campus I almost always have my earphones in listening to my wonderful ipod. I love all types of music..rap/hip hop, country, reggae, gospel, pop, rock, blues...but my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE is R&B. I love it. It's so relateable and...well...simply pretty. The close runner up is country. I love that country tells stories. It's all so beautiful. Ok...i know i sound really dorky right now, but that's what talking about music makes me do. I remember when I was in highschool and my mother had to punish me, she wouldn't take away my tv, cell phone, car keys...she took away my stereo and cds in my room. When doing that...she knew she hit me below the belt. It just hurt!!! So obviously if I love music so much than I must have a favorite singer right? OF COURSE...I am a huge Beyonce fan. Not only do I love her music, but I love her demeanor...or swagger as we say it. She's strong, independent, talented, smart...and of course gorgeous. I haven't had the chance to see her in concert yet...but oh when I do...it will be such a glorious day! lol...

Life's Twists

Life is so random. It throws unexpected twists at you everyday. I recently wrote an essay on visiting my grandmother at a nursing home. I shared how healthy she looked and how she still had that wonderful sense of humor. Well, life's unexpected twists came into play on Monday. That same grandmother had to be rushed to the hospital. My grandmother, as I said in my essay, has been in and out of the hospital for years. One minute her health is stable...the next its not so good. Well, my grandmother's kidney is functioning only 20%. She is too weak for dialysis and the doctors are saying things don't look well. In fact, the doctors along with my family, have decided to give her until Friday to turn around. If not, they will take her off the medication which is the only thing keeping her alive. As you can imagine, this is really hard for my family. However, most of us--including myself---are extremely optimistic. You see, my grandmother has been sick for a very long time. Even though I love her with all my heart and don't want to lose her, I'd much rather her live eternally in peace than suffer on earth. I believe that God makes NO mistakes. If it is His will that she goes "home" to heaven, than I will rejoice and celebrate with her.

And the search is on....

Graduation...May 9th...still...NO JOB! The clock is ticking and the anxiety is full swing. I am completely, undoubtedly stressed from the quest of finding a job. Everyday...I wake up, check my emails, send out resumes and make phone calls. All day...everday. I'm so sick of it...either no one is hiring due to hiring freezes, job cuts, or the infamous "we have your resume and we will get back to you when a position becomes available". I just don't understand. I did everything I was told to do...spent years updating my resume, made contacts, prepared for interviews, beefed up introductions, yadiya yadiya yadiya...but still no bite. I don't understand how we can gain experience if no one wants to give us that first time shot. Well, I guess I can't keep complaining about it. It's just the way it is right now. In the meantime...I will keep checking emails, sending out resumes and making phone calls. OHHHHH the JOY!!! :(

Spring Break....hmph!!

So we are back from Spring Break and we should be replenished and ready to work right?? NOOO!!! My Spring break was nothing but relaxing. You all know by now that I have a nearly 3 year old son. Well, he had to get his tonsils and adnoids taken out during my week home. If you've had you tonsils out than you know it is a painful process. No imagine being 2 years old in that type of pain....get my drift!! He was in so much pain the first three days and nights. I got no sleep and was extremely stressed because he wouldn't eat anything and lost 10 pounds in less than a week. It was so heartbreaking when he begged for me to make the pain stop! And to top that off... the pain medicine burned his throat when he took it. So needless to say it was an ongoing battle to give him his medication to make him feel better. Towards the end of the week the pain began to ease off and he ate a little, but I caught a MASSIVE cold thing that made me feel miserable. I am still not completely healed from this MONSTER of a cold!! UGH!!!! But, Jayden (my son) is back to normal now and I am back to school...even more stressed! May can't get here soon enough!!!

Wow...seniorities really does exist!!

Well, the time is winding down and May is fast approaching. I can totally taste the sweet events of May 9, 2009!!! But, i have to get to that day first!! I'm taking pretty reasonable classes but the infamous senioritis is starting to take control. I've never been a victim of this disease until now! I am so DONE with school. I'm tired of homework, tired of exams, tired of papers, tired of studying!! Is this wrong? I mean, come on, I've been here for 4 1/2 years!! I need help!! You would think the reality of graduation being less than 2 months away would be enough motivation to do my work...but it's not!! Now don't get me wrong, I am completing my assignments. But, I have become a procrastination QUEEN!! And all that does is stress me out!! Someone help...PLEASE!!

Ugh....BLOGGING!!!

Ok....so we all have heard Prof. Renfroes several warnings about us not blogging. Well, for some reason I still can't get the hang of this. I have only two posts since the beginning of the semester. That's pitiful...I know!! And it's definitely not that I don't care about doing it or just intentionally putting it off...i forget!! I'm used to writing in a journal....not blogging!! So, Professor Renfroe and my fellow students, please forgive me. I am going to do better!!! : )

Senior..YAY ME!

I am proud to say that I am a SENIOR!! Wow...4...and a half... long years!! Honestly, a few years ago, I never thought I would see this time in my life. You see, my college career has been filled with personal obstacles. Much more than any college student should ever have to experience. Ive dealt with soooo much!! However, if I had the chance to do it all over again...oddly, I would. My obstacles are what shape who I am today. I am very proud of myself and all of my accomplishments thus far. But, I know it is only the beginning. So, when I walk across that stage on May 9, 2009 and hold on to my BA degree in Corporate Communications, I will be extremely thankful, extremely humble, extremely happy and most importantly extremely BLESSED!!

Blogging........

Hello to all,
I am definitely new to blogging, but not new to journaling. I keep a journal every day. I use it as a stress relief. Writing has always been a passion of mine. When I had no one to talk to, I always could talk/write to my journal. I knew it would NEVER tell my secrets.

As for blogging, I will probably need to get used to this. Computers are definitely not my forte'. So, we shall see what happens!