BLog Term3 Day102

Okay, the very last blog of Synergy nine. Today was the last day of school. And it was pretty cool. Most people were telling me how boring it was, but my day was pretty good. Not boring at all. Except maybe last block. So science- we got this review package which really helped me. Because personally, I find those REALLY help me out, especially for finals. English, the last whole class as Synergy, we finished the movie and fussed about the time capsule. P.E. we played a huge game of dodgeball between 3 classes. Got totally owned in the first game (I think at the end, there were only 4 people standing on our side.) Won the rest of the them. Not that I was paying attention or anything. And drama, was the party. It wasn't really a party, so it was kinda boring, but I got to chat with friends, so hey. It wasn't bad at all.

Now, after this blog, I'm gonna eat oranges and then work on my rudiments. I was supposed to practice piano tonight, but didn't! And I have a lesson tomorrow! Not good... Anyways, I guess I'm just gonna have to do it all tomorrow morning. Which really is last minute, but hey, I'll probably get it done. Just barely.

Anyways, as my very last blog of Synergy and Middle Years, this is kinda sad. Cuz I have blogged quite a bit, so I am gonna miss it. Well, I know I really miss the rest of the MYs slash SYs already. At least today was not the last time I will see them. Theres still finals and then some times after that.

(This was how I used to end my blogs back in grade 8)

My random thought/statement of the day: the oranges are yum.
Toddlez!

Blog Term3 Day100/101

Yeah, so these are the pictures of my toques before I went out to donate them on Wednesday. I made 5 toques in total, and I put my love into all of them. And they are all really nice. I would actually wear them.

In my care package that went inside my toques I put in:

• a pack of Ritz crackers
• juice! (which I later took out, so I guess it isn't really a member of this list. I really wanted to keep it in, but 6 juices is surpisingly heavy to carry around)
• a pack of tissues
• Champion socks (I got these with the homeless people in mind because I know that Vancouver = rainy and wet socks are not fun. Info courtesy of playing soccer in the rain in P.E.)

Originally, I was just gonna put everything in the toque and give them away. But then it looked like it was going to rain, so I put everything into bags. And then when we actually went, IT DIDN'T RAIN! Which is both good and bad. Good: Didn't get wet. Bad: All that prep for nothing!

Anyways, it was pretty fun. At first, Shania, Rachel and I were pretty freaked out because there were big mobs of homeless people hanging around chinatown/east hastings/downtown. We went with Rachel's aunt who was super duper awesome. Because without her, we all would have been even more freaked out. So a thousand hugs to her.

Some people were really nice, others were quite scary and mean. We found out that for some reason, the homeless people were usually the ones refusing. Well, I guess I can't really say that. Let's just put it this way, some homeless people like them and others didn't.

It was the Chinese grandmas that were the grateful ones. Pretty cool stuff. The first one that we came across was soooooo nice. And that's how it all started. Up till then, we were targeting the homeless people. But this old lady was really sweet.

So yeah, that was how our little adventure went. We went to Chinatown and walked around a bit. Rachel's aunt took the pics, and I don't know if someone's already posted them up on their blog, so I won't put them up on mine. Just in case there's repeats. But yeah, overall it was a fun and inspirational trip.

Blog Term3 Day99

Yes, I know it's super duper late. I just finished making the thank you cards for all the people who helped out with the Buskerfest. It took me 3 and a half hours to finish them all, but now, I'm mostly done. Now all I need to do is hand it to the rest of the Synergies to sign and then voila, I'm done. All the cards look really nice. Super duper pretty. And they're pretty big too. I'm planning on handing them in to my appskills teacher tomorrow so he can give it to the grade 8s to sign. They look soo pretty.

Originally, I was planning on uploading the pictures of my toques tonight. But as you can see, it's pretty late right now and I still have to do my prelab for science. So I guess I'm just gonna have to do it tomorrow.

Tomorrow right after school, my friends and I are gonna go and donate our toques. It's gonna be quite fun, so I hope it doesn't rain. That would be a major bummer. But if it does rain, I'll be prepared.

Blog Term3 Day98

Wow, today has been... interesting. Nothing special came up, but it just seemed special. Science was normal. English was normal. P.E. was normal. And Drama was normal. Even lunch was normal. Nothing special came up at all. Maybe it's the weather. Maybe it's the fact that after I came back from school I got a nice nap. Either way, today seems different.

Actually, tomorrow I have my French oral. Pretty scared. At the same time, I think I should do okay because I kinda know my stuff. Wither way, I need lots more practice. Just because I haven't read through all the questions yet.

I also have to finish a science lab. It was supposed to be due in class, but because my partner and I came across some problems with the slides/microscopes, it's due first thing in the morning tomorrow.

Blog Term3 Day97

Ah! The dossier is due tomorrow and I still haven't actually started. Reason: I have been so busy. I mean, the project sounds like fun. Only problem is it was assigned in the last 3 weeks of school. And there is already A LOT going on. I mean what the heck! Don't give us a project this last minute. It's giving me a headache, I didn't get enough sleep last night because I was working on science. And overall, this is just a really hectic time. I swear, if I get another project I will be sad.

On the bright side, this morning has been really fun. Usual sunday school then teens worship. And then there was the servanthood luncheon for all the people who helped out at church. Pretty fun. There was a lunch of salad, pasta salad, mashed potatoes and roast beef with gravy. Then for dessert, there were small strawberry tarts, chocolate cake and eclairs. Pretty good stuff. Especially the garlic mashed potatoes with gravy. Talk about yum. And that was from this morning to now. I just came back from church. And tonight I have a family dinner. And this dossier to complete! I think I might have to skip the dinner.

BLog Term3 Day96

Last night I stayed up late reading a biography about Henry VIII. It was really detailed and thick. So I only read some parts. Pretty good stuff though. Lotsa detail and there was info I never really knew about. Usually, the books I read about Henry VIII are ones from the ex-Queens' POV. Or his daughters. The thing is, this book isn't a story, it's a biography which makes a huge difference in the narration. The author isn't portraying Henry. It's just a detailed and precise count of events. It must have taken ages and a lot of work and effort to make this book. Props to the author, Alison Weir.

Anyways, loads of homework this weekend. And because it's the last or second last weekend of this school year (depends on how you see it) I'm scrambling to finish everything.

Blog Term3 Day95

I can't believe it's Friday all over again. And it's the second last one too. Finals are just around the corner. OH. MY. GOSH. I just remembered my dossier is due on monday. And I haven't even started. I am sooooooo busted. This weekend is going to be crazy. And the worst part is, my whole Sunday might be occupied. And my Saturdays are pretty much full too. Except the morning. When I'm practicing piano. Not good. I really have lots to do this weekend. Ah! Not too happy about this English project.

Other than that, really nice weather right now. Kinda. I just hope this weekend looks good too. Wait... maybe I want it to look gross. Then I won't feel bad that I can't go out. Then again, I've had enough of blah weekends. The past few weekends have been pretty grey and rainy. So I wouldn't mind a beautiful weekend.

Blog Term3 Day94

Today was pretty fun. I slept pretty early last night (according to my standards) so I woke up refreshed. I think I really have to start sleeping earlier. It feels a lot better when I wake up. Anyways, science was normal. Did a lab. Didn't finish. English was... I don't think I rememb... wait never mind, we did a mock test. I totally failed the spelling section. Dang. But I'm glad we did that English test. There were some things I didn't know, plus it gets me into the exam mode.

P.E. was cool. Ran the usual 3 warm-up laps. We're doing badminton, I think I might have failed the written test... We got into co-ed partners and started tournament. Lost 1 game, won the rest. (Darn, I still can't believe we lost that first game!) Drama was fun. Nice day today. So overall, pretty neutral.

I just can't wait to watch the Shining in appskills tomorrow! But I also happen to have a math test AND a French composition test tomorrow. OH MY GOSH! I actually forgot about the math test till now. Ah! I have soooo much studying to do tonight!

Blog Term3 Day93

Ugh, I actually feel asleep in math today. That can only mean 2 things. One, I was really tired and I just didn't get enough sleep. Two, class was just plain boring. And frankly, it was both today. Not fun. Good thing I knew what was going on, it was review.

Sleepy right now.

Oooohh, guess what I made this afternoon? For a snack, I made mashed potatoes and heated up some French onion soup. I know, not really snack-type. But the thing is, it's split between a few people so each of us get a portion. And together, they taste super yum. I should have taken a picture. I made some mashed potatoes and then poured the hot French onion soup on top of it. It was super good. Creamy mashed potatoes and hearty soup.

Watched the Shining in appskills today. Soooo freaky! And I absolutely LOVE it! Too bad we had to stop in the middle. That kinda broke the mood. But oh my gosh that was so good! I get chills just thinking bout it. Lovelovelove that movie! It's one of my top 10, even though I haven't seen the rest of it. Another one of my top 10 would be 2001: A Space Odyssey. OOOOOHHH! And the Prestige! You know what I noticed, all the movies we watch in appskills is super good! Good movie choices!

Blog Term3 Day92

Ugh... I feel sick. Gross. And I really can't afford to feel sick right now because there is A LOT going on right now. It's almost the end of the year and teachers are giving loads of homework. You have no idea. French is just crazy right now. My composition test is tomorrow (ah!) and then the oral is next week. Really nerve racking.

Then, I have homework from every other class. I even have a written test for P.E. Intense much? I feel that I really need a break, and getting sick does NOT help the situation. :( I better get better soon.

Just came back from the athletic banquet. Got an award, clapped for other people getting awards, ate a burger with chips, veggies and a brownie. Drank lots of water. Got pictures taken, both at my table with friends and with my field hockey team. It was pretty fun!

Blog Term3 Day91

Oh my gosh! I am so happy I got those 2 tees yesterday! I lovelovelove them! I don't have too many purple shirts, so I'm glad I got a couple. So cutie! Love them. Anyways, today was pretty bland. Socials, normal. AppSkills, finished my rocket (YES!). French, normal- the room was pretty stuffy though. Math, the room smelled dusty. Got a load of homework.

Right now, there is SO MUCH STUFF GOING ON!

French- composition exam next class, oral exam next week
English- journals, finish reading I am the Cheese, dossier project (UGH!)
Socials- homework
Math- test on friday, homework!
AppSkills- essay
Science- oh my gosh, don't even GET me started! soooooo much stuff!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So as you can see, an extremely busy last 2 weeks of school.

Blog Term3 Day90 Version II

Yeah, so if you've read my previous blog aka Version I, then you might (or might not) have aced my course. But that was just me being random and then deciding to publish it as a blog. This is my actual blog. Also the one that I was planning on writing.

So for lunch today I went out with family to the Boston Pizza at Queensborough in New Westminister. We were originally going for this Greek taverna my dad said had really great food. I believe the name is Thea's Taverna. But it was closed, prob cuz it's a Sunday and all. So instead we went to BP. Anyways, I ordered the chicken cannelloni, my brother the spaghetti and meatballs, my mom ordered chicken and mushroom fettichini, my dad, their small Hawaiian pizza and my grandpa had their sun dried tomato, spinach and cheese Stromboli. I have to say, my fav was either my brother's spaghetti and meatballs or my dad's Hawaiian pizza. Talk about YUM! Next time I go to BP, I'm ordering one of their pizzas.

After lunch we went walking around that area. I think all the shops there are outlets because everything was on sale. I didn't know that before... My brother went to the DC outlet shop and got 2 shirts. Then we went over to Payless, Spring, Reebok and other shoe shops. Oh yeah, forgot to mention we went to Starbucks. My brother got the strawberries and creme frap and I got the iced latte. Iced latte wasn't that great. Next time I'm getting it hot. There was more ice than latte.

Okay, then we went to Below the Belt. And YES! Finally stuff I wanna get! I got this adorable purple shirt by Roxy and then a purple Billabong tee. Love them both! Originally, I also tried on this beautiful creme coloured Hurley knit vest. But they only had it in medium. So, dang. And then there's the other main reason I didn't get it: Because I'm broke. I only got the previous 2 items because I loaned money from The Bank of Mom.

So anyways, that was my day so far. Of course, before I set out, I finished all my science flashcards, so that was pretty awesome. But I still have oodles of work to do. So see ya next time.

Blog Term3 Day90 Version I

I've been wanting to go to Pacific Centre for a while now. And guess what? Today I went! Not. Yeah, you're probably like, "Huh?" And that's good. Actually no, it really isn't. Being confused means your brain doesn't have the capacity to understand. No, I'm just kidding. Confused is okay. Hahahaha, now I'm just rambling on and on. And now, I bet you're like, "What the heck, what kinda blog is this." And I'll be like,"Uh... duh, my blog, only I would do something as pointless as this." And then you'd be like,"WTF" (if you were that kinda person. I'm not. But other people that aren't me are...)

So anyways, what did you learn today? You learned that I could blog about nothing in particular. You also learned that I wanted to go to Pacific Centre. If you thought of those 2 things, then I believe you get an A for this course. Congrats.... and (wait for it) a Round of Applause for You!

Blog Term3 Day89

Today looks like such a gross day. I mean, it's gray out there. And the weather forecast said it would be sunny today and tomorrow. You know what I realized? Because we had such an awesome last last week with the perfect weather, we get a couple weeks of gross weather. Yay. I mean, it's not even raining. It looks like the sky is constipated or something and it can't rain. That makes me sad. Anyways, sooooo much homework this weekend. I really don't like it when it's nearing the end of third term and teachers realize they haven't taught us everything we have to know so they give us a whole bunch of last minute projects and homework etc. Not fun. We just got a project from English class. And I'm thinking to myself: A project? I already have enough spunk from science and French class to drive me up the wall. And now there's English. Makes me sad.

Blog Term3 Day88

the carnival today was pretty fun. not that great compared to last year, but whatever. i had a good time. the main reason it wasn't as good as last year was because the weather was not as great. it was cloudy this time. but last year was really sunny. there was the dunk tank, those really cool blow-up thingys. but the only thing was, all the tables were bunched up right outside the caf in that little garden area. so it was pretty stuffy and squishy. plus it smelled of cow manure. oh well. there, i got lunch from the caf (there were no onigiris like last year) and my friends got bubble tea. mango and taro. the mango tasted like mango pudding with ice and tapicoa. and the taro tasted like oversweet tim horton's iced capp. w/o the caffine. i like it... but would rather get an iced capp. those things are GOOD! and they are the perfect remedy on a hot summer's day. yumyumyum. i some some slurchills for sale. they looked kinda gross... sorry to say. except maybe that green one. that looked like green tea. the chocolate one (at least i think it was chocolate) looked like gross. blah! signed up for the athletic banquet though. that was cool. stayed a bit for the talent show. looked cool. after a while went up to the lockers. packed up then went out. blah blah blah. won't bore you with the details. but i still wish the school would sell onigiris again. those were really good.

Blog Term3 Day87

Kayaking at Deep Cove was pretty fun. I thought it was going to rain, but it didn't! I was soooo happy! It was a mix of cloud and sun. Pretty awesome. Totally the best weather. It's not too hot or too cold. Only thing was, when the wind was blowing in our faces, all the excess salt water from my partner (who was in front of me)'s paddle would go in my face and in my hair. Not really ideal. Especially since it's ocean water. Pretty salty. Anyways, it was pretty fun. Only thing- I had a really wet bum for the whole ride back.

Blog Term3 Day86

Going kayaking tomorrow. Only thing is- I really hope there's no rain. I mean, kayaking in the rain? Not fun. At all. In fact, during P.E., for warm up, we had to run outside in the rain for 10 minutes. And not just outside, but on the track. Where there's no trees to cover any rain. And it was raining pretty hard too. And afterwards, I felt all gross. Ever get that feeling? I mean, I wasn't even cold. I just had that gross wet feeling though. Ewwww. Anyways, my home smells really yummy right now. Mom's making roast beef and it smells deeelish!

Ug, French is giving me a headache. We have that final coming up. It's like this freaky oral exam. And I'm really really nervous. In fact, it's making me feel all nervous just thinking about it right now. I mean, I think if we were doing a normal conversation, I could do it because I'm allowed to mess up and think. But in these oral exams, if I mess up or take too long to think, I get marks taken off! :( Not a fan of these 1 on 1 oral exams.

Blog Term3 Day84/85

Stayed up late finishing my socials essay last night. But good news: I'm done! And there's no homework! Actually, we had to finish the map. I didn't finish it all in class, but I went back to the classroom at lunch and finished the rest of it then. So now, I'm done. Now all I've gotta do is hand it in tomorrow. I was actually done before the end of school, so technically I could have handed it in, but whatever. We're allowed to hand it in tomorrow so tomorrow it is.

Anyways, this blog wasn't supposed to be about the socials essay. It's supposed to be about muffins! Okay, I was never a major fan of muffins, but I just LOVE THE BLUEBERRY MUFFINS FROM MMMMMMMMUFFINS! Sooooooooooooooo good! Their so soft and the not overly sweet. But I just love the texture. But at the same time, that means theres loads of butter. Which makes it yummy but fatty. Still, I love blueberry muffins, especially from MMMuffins! So gooooooood!

BLog Term3 Day82/83

Yesterday was pretty fun. After piano lessons, dad drove my brother and I all the way to Burnaby where mom was getting her car checked up. Then instead of waiting at the place, dad drove us over to Brentwood Mall. Mom got some earring backings from Ardenes, my brother got a cup of sour gummies from the lottery place. And oh my gosh, are there a LOT of gummies. They're like 5 cent candies only some are bigger, so they're probably 75 cent ones. Anyways, the whole cup was $2.59 incl. tax. Pretty yummy. There's sour keys, sour gummy worms, sour watermelons, sour coke bottles, sour... gummies, fuzzy peaches and sour doughnuts. Actually, I'm not sure if they're "doughnuts" but they look like sour doughnuts to me. Then after getting the gummies, we went and got some sushi. Pretty good stuff. Had to wait a while though, mind you.

Anyways, it was an adventure just because we had to drive for 45 minutes. Thats the kinda person I am. If we're going anywhere new, it's an adventure. And I just LOVE adventures. Especially when my brother's there. Because although we fight, an adventure is never complete without my little brother.

Blog Term3 Day80/81

Can't wait for tomorrow. Actually, I can. I mean, there's nothing majorly special, only it won't be the usual Saturday. Love long weekends. Kinda sad that I have so much homework though. You have not idea! Science, English, French and SOCIALS.

Science- chapter 4 stuff
English- 2 journals, read
French- worksheets, quiz
Socials- omgosh! essay!

Well, good thing is- I have no math homework. Reason being, we had a quiz last class before the weekend. And then after the quiz, we got our old test back and after reviewing it, there was only 5 minutes left. So glad theres no math homework. That makes the load of homework lots lighter. I mean, it's only math homework. But little things add on.