Merry Christmas, Joyeux Noël, Feliz Navidad!!!

Well, last Christmas, I gave a special someone my heart, but the very next day, they gave it away... I try not to think about it but I loved them so much....it hurts. Anyway, this Christmas we plan to have Mexican food because.. I don't know, my mom says that's whats happening but I enjoy eating Mexican food, so I'm not complaining. I asked for Sperry's, and things with giraffes on them because they're my favorite animal. I plan to sleep a lot and watching lots of Spongebob! And yeah, that's what I plan on doing Christmas 2014.

Why College?

What I hope to accomplish by going to college is being a more independent person and get smarter. I am going to college for myself, my parents and sister I guess.  I would feel kind of weird if I didn't go to college after high school, and since Shelby and I know a few close friends who have dropped out of college, I wouldn't want to follow in their footsteps. Some characteristics in choosing a college is the location, religious preferences, and its reputation. Getting feedback from other people is a great way to choosing a college that you want to go to.  I would seek input from most of my friends at church who are in college to learn about their experiences. I haven't really set any goals for myself (I should probably do that.) But, if I do, college would probably help with accomplishing them.

Thanksgiving Break!

For Thanksgiving, we are planning on going to  my aunts house.  It kind of gets boring over there because my cousins just sit in their room either playing the Xbox or on the computer so I just sit there on my phone. On the other hand, there's food! This year I am thankful for my funny and positive minions I call friends (:

"Are You Orange Enough?"

One job I found was a Whataburger Team Member. The team member is basically making sure the customer is satisfied with quality service. For this job you will need to have good communication skills and are able to follow rules. I think this is a good job for someone our age and experience because it's seems like a good starter job, if you have never worked before. I also think that most of us are capable of having this job. I would like to work there because it seems fun and simple and I think I am capable of working positively with a team. I know a few people who have worked there and places similar so I think it will be a good experienced since I've never worked before, and because I live really close to one. To prepare for an interview, I would ask my parents to practice any sample questions with me. I would also ask my friends who have worked about the interview experience. It wasn't hard finding this job at all. There are a lot of websites for open jobs, especially teen jobs so it was very easy. I think almost anyone can find a job online because most things are online now and instead of trying to think or remember stores one at a time that might be hiring in your city, you can just search for open jobs all at once.

Source

Homeless 2 Harvard

I thought the film was very inspiring and could inspire people who lived in similar situations and need a push to succeed. Her story would also have such an impact because her past that lead her to go to Harvard sounds impossible so it's a very shocking life changing story.  My favorite part was when Liz took Chris to school but Chris thought going to school was "not for people like them" and she didn't give it a chance. I liked it because even though she had the opportunity, she still decided not to go because she thought it wan't right or that it didn't matter (I'm not explaining this good, sorry).  I think I would have been inspired to break out of how I was living and get an education, but I don't think I would have known how.  So, I think it is amazing that someone can go through this and still have a drive to change their future.

The Reality of a College Budget Plan

On the budget assignment I wasn't expecting to pay for EVERYTHING. The idea is really scary especially when there are people who have to pay for everything. Being on a salary that low is kind of disappointing and makes me feel sad.  I did expect the price payed for gas to be high, that's why I am planning on walking/riding a bike most of the time.  On my budget plan, I realized that the cost for clothes was $70 a month and I'm pretty sure I won't be spending thaaaat much on clothes (or maybe I will).  I realize that you have to spend your money on things that are needed because you can't afford not to.  I do not think I am ready to take on this responsibility, but what we can do now is find summer jobs or find local things we can participate in in order to raise money.

Careers

I'm not really sure of what I want to do, maybe something with kids or media.  I think being a preschool teacher would be nice because I love working with children and I think I'm patient enough to do that.   I have always loved babysitting and helping out in nursery's.  I know it's kind of weird because, who doesn't like kids? But I literally have NO idea what I want to do as a career, that was just a thought.

Stress, Stress, Stress!

My stress score was 13 out of 24.  I am not surprised by the score and I don't feel too worried about it.  What stresses me out is having lots of homework.  The thing is, it's not just the homework, it's how much time I have to do it.  Since we spend most of our day at school (including after school practices), we barely get enough time to do our homework and get enough sleep.  Since I help with after school practices, I would sometimes get home at about 6:45.  I don't want to start on homework because I haven't eaten so that takes about 5-15 minutes. On Mondays I get home around 7:15 because of dance so I have about 1.5 hours to shower and get at least 8-9 hours of sleep.  In order to have enough time to do homework, I try to finish other classes' homework in other classes or I start on homework for classes that are in the morning, then if I don't have time at night to do the rest, I finish the classes that are later in the day, during lunch.

Procrastination Doesn't Equal Graduation

My current organizational method is a planner.  I try to use it everyday so I know what homework I have.  I believe that I will be on point this year.  Procrastination is bad!  When you procrastinate you are telling yourself that you have more time to do it, or that the due date for something is far away and you have time to wait.  As time goes by, the due dates are getting closer and time gets shorter and homework/projects are being given out so you actually don't have time to finish the thing that you've been procrastinating on.  This can lead into low/failing grades and stress on yourself, so don't procrastinate! In order to fight procrastination, you can set times where you will work on it or start on the project as soon as you get it.

Hola!

Hello, my name is Jessica. I am a 16 yr. old Junior. I like to dance and hang out with my youth group.  I also found out that I love to travel. This summer I visited Israel with some people from church and I thought it was a really fun experience and would like to do something like that again. Throughout my years of growing up, I have always questioned what I wanted to be. A vet? Pediatrician? Teacher? Singer? Til this day I don't have any idea where or even what I want to do or go for college so I'm hoping this class will help me decide.