Monday, September 12, 2011
VACATION DAY THREE!!!
Today we ported in lovely Grand Turk. The beach was very nice and the shops were full of things to buy. The water felt so nice in the hot sun. Sadly there were not enough shady trees for everyone. Everyone had a fun time on the boat on the way to the sting rays. Two of our instructors dived trying to find some interesting creatures that lurked at the bottom of the ocean and were lucky to recover a few interesting critters. They found two big conch shells and a decent sized starfish. When we got to the beach our instructor told us about the conch. They had a creature living inside of it that the sting rays loved to eat. To get rid of the suction he used a hammer to create a hole on the outside shell. Then he pulled out a hideous creature that looked like it belonged in a sci fi movie. He tore a bit of its squishy body off and offered it out for people to eat. My mother and me passed. Jack, who'll eat anything, ate it and quite enjoyed it. Then they all ventured out into the water and gave the sting rays a nice massage. Jack even dared to kiss the barb of the ray. Crazy boy. Sadly it was time to leave. We got back on the boat and enjoyed another lovely evening. Didn't do much of anything else for the rest of the evening. My club didn't sound too apealing so I just went back to my room and relazed and fell asleep. So ended vacation day three.
LIVES LOST BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN
In honor of yesterday being September 11 and it being it's 10th anniversary I have decided to make up for what I didn't do yesterday.
This goes out to all those who have lost loved ones or dear friends when the towers came down. To those that lost someone at the Pentigon and for those knowing the brave souls of the members who took back control of the plane that went down in Pennsilvania. I heart goes out for you. Everytime I watch those documentaries or first hand tapes and seeing the reactions of those in New York I feel I'm watching it for the first time again and again. Everyone has their own stories to tell and everyone takes it differently and it's just so fasinating.
When I see those people jump I want to scream at the top of my lungs "Don't do it!" Sadly I can do nothing to stop them. I couldn't have then, and I can't now.
Knowing all those brave officers and firemen who gave their lives to save the people trapped in those buildings expecting death I grow a whole new level of respect for them. Those that made it out should be heros. Those that were not so lucky, should be awarded just the same.
Those who lost their lives for someone else to live on are true heros and have gone above and beyond the call of duty. They may have been lost to the towers, but they will never be forgotten as long as we never forget September 11, 2001.
This goes out to all those who have lost loved ones or dear friends when the towers came down. To those that lost someone at the Pentigon and for those knowing the brave souls of the members who took back control of the plane that went down in Pennsilvania. I heart goes out for you. Everytime I watch those documentaries or first hand tapes and seeing the reactions of those in New York I feel I'm watching it for the first time again and again. Everyone has their own stories to tell and everyone takes it differently and it's just so fasinating.
When I see those people jump I want to scream at the top of my lungs "Don't do it!" Sadly I can do nothing to stop them. I couldn't have then, and I can't now.
Knowing all those brave officers and firemen who gave their lives to save the people trapped in those buildings expecting death I grow a whole new level of respect for them. Those that made it out should be heros. Those that were not so lucky, should be awarded just the same.
Those who lost their lives for someone else to live on are true heros and have gone above and beyond the call of duty. They may have been lost to the towers, but they will never be forgotten as long as we never forget September 11, 2001.
Sunday, September 11, 2011
VACATION DAY TWO!!!!
Instead of one super long post I'm goint to do a post per day. I think it'll be easier on me and you so you're welcome.
The second day was a sea day. It would have been really wonderful if it werent for the fact I got pretty sick. One I didn't have too much breakfast so I was hungry and a little bit dehydrated. Then the water was pretty rocky so naturally the ship was pretty bouncy. Due to that I got pretty good motion sickness. Trying to keep my hydrated my loving mother and father bought me a tasty smoothie. It did help for the moment. After a while, however, it went right back to a cruddy feeling. Feeling I was going to pass out my mother dragged me up and down the ship trying to find a spot she can go get lunch then find me later. After five minutes of going back and forth she finally plopped me down inside the resturaunt and went to go get herself. Every time I would look ahead or to my right I would see the ship rocking which did not help my situation. Mom eventually made it back and brought me back some bread. I ate it nice and slow doing my best not to look outside. Again it helped for a while. Feeling better I decided to go lay down in my room. Soon my stomach started to churn uncomfortably. I collapsed on the floor infront of the elevator trying to hold it in and wait for the elevator. Unfortunatly the elevator wasn't fast enough. The smoothie decided to make a lovely second appearance. People were kind and found someone for me and they got it cleaned up and I went back to my room shaky and embarassed. My kind father dropped by and gave me these wristband things that were supposed to help ward off the motion sickness. It helped allot. Along with some medicine I felt much better. Dinner soon came around and I was back to my normal self. Since it was formal night my mom just had to get burned. That night was also lobster night. I wanted to get the shrimp as a starter I decided against it. I didn't wanna risk getting sick again. The lobster, however, was wonderful! It was so tasty, but it was only the tail it looked like so I wish it was bigger. For dessert again I had my dad's favorite chocolate melting cake which was tasty. So after dinner I went up to Club O2 where there were teens from all over. We began playin Apples to Apples. Justin was the director and I arrived and met a boy named Kody. He was pretty nice and we began. Soon more people began to play and we began huge debates no why they chose their card and how it should have won. Afterwards the dance party began. I stayed tell about midnight. Being a white Mormon from Utah can't dance like those from Florida and Louisianna. So feeling uncomfortable and left out I left. Fell asleep as soon as I hit the pillows. It wasn't too hard to sleep since the ship was still rocking pretty good. So ends day two.
The second day was a sea day. It would have been really wonderful if it werent for the fact I got pretty sick. One I didn't have too much breakfast so I was hungry and a little bit dehydrated. Then the water was pretty rocky so naturally the ship was pretty bouncy. Due to that I got pretty good motion sickness. Trying to keep my hydrated my loving mother and father bought me a tasty smoothie. It did help for the moment. After a while, however, it went right back to a cruddy feeling. Feeling I was going to pass out my mother dragged me up and down the ship trying to find a spot she can go get lunch then find me later. After five minutes of going back and forth she finally plopped me down inside the resturaunt and went to go get herself. Every time I would look ahead or to my right I would see the ship rocking which did not help my situation. Mom eventually made it back and brought me back some bread. I ate it nice and slow doing my best not to look outside. Again it helped for a while. Feeling better I decided to go lay down in my room. Soon my stomach started to churn uncomfortably. I collapsed on the floor infront of the elevator trying to hold it in and wait for the elevator. Unfortunatly the elevator wasn't fast enough. The smoothie decided to make a lovely second appearance. People were kind and found someone for me and they got it cleaned up and I went back to my room shaky and embarassed. My kind father dropped by and gave me these wristband things that were supposed to help ward off the motion sickness. It helped allot. Along with some medicine I felt much better. Dinner soon came around and I was back to my normal self. Since it was formal night my mom just had to get burned. That night was also lobster night. I wanted to get the shrimp as a starter I decided against it. I didn't wanna risk getting sick again. The lobster, however, was wonderful! It was so tasty, but it was only the tail it looked like so I wish it was bigger. For dessert again I had my dad's favorite chocolate melting cake which was tasty. So after dinner I went up to Club O2 where there were teens from all over. We began playin Apples to Apples. Justin was the director and I arrived and met a boy named Kody. He was pretty nice and we began. Soon more people began to play and we began huge debates no why they chose their card and how it should have won. Afterwards the dance party began. I stayed tell about midnight. Being a white Mormon from Utah can't dance like those from Florida and Louisianna. So feeling uncomfortable and left out I left. Fell asleep as soon as I hit the pillows. It wasn't too hard to sleep since the ship was still rocking pretty good. So ends day two.
VACATION DAY ONE!
Sorry it's been a while, but with school started and the homework mounting up and work, I just haven't had the time. Never fear, however, because I will be more on top of it from now on. You're welcome.
Anyway now to my story. Last week my family, my dads parents and grandma, and sister's family went on a week long cruise to the Bahamas. If you go look at my mom's blog you will see some pretty good pictures of our relaxing vacation. Mine will come shortly, but my cameras such a terrible shot that it wont really matter. (Hint hint Santa!) We flew to Miami and spent the night in a lovely beach side hotel. My grandmother's room and mine only saw construction. My mom earned the beach view room. After a night full of the beach and eating at the delicious Johnny Rockets we went to bed to get ready for the hecktic day of waiting in lines and getting onto the boat. As we sailed away from Miami we wandered the ship. Let me tell you, I will never complain about the heat in Utah again. It is so hot and humid in Miami its barely bareable. Anywho, the ship was huge! I was worrying I was going to be lost. I didn't wanna relive the first cruise I went on. I got lost and as I was younger I panicked and had a break down. I shared another room with my grandma and it was quite roomy. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom, well you couldn't complain too much. The buffet was the first place Jack wanted to go. We did get some food and then decided to lounge around. Soon however the boat drill started and we stood in huddled groups of hundereds of people learning what to do and where to go. I'm just glad it wasn't too long. Then we all went to dinner which was lovely thanks to your two super waitresses Tri and Elizabeth. They were funny as ever! After a tasty dinner we wandered more and finally crashed. The boat gently rocking us to sleep as we had now left the port of Miami and on our way to Grand Turk. That was the first day of our luxurious vacation.
Anyway now to my story. Last week my family, my dads parents and grandma, and sister's family went on a week long cruise to the Bahamas. If you go look at my mom's blog you will see some pretty good pictures of our relaxing vacation. Mine will come shortly, but my cameras such a terrible shot that it wont really matter. (Hint hint Santa!) We flew to Miami and spent the night in a lovely beach side hotel. My grandmother's room and mine only saw construction. My mom earned the beach view room. After a night full of the beach and eating at the delicious Johnny Rockets we went to bed to get ready for the hecktic day of waiting in lines and getting onto the boat. As we sailed away from Miami we wandered the ship. Let me tell you, I will never complain about the heat in Utah again. It is so hot and humid in Miami its barely bareable. Anywho, the ship was huge! I was worrying I was going to be lost. I didn't wanna relive the first cruise I went on. I got lost and as I was younger I panicked and had a break down. I shared another room with my grandma and it was quite roomy. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom, well you couldn't complain too much. The buffet was the first place Jack wanted to go. We did get some food and then decided to lounge around. Soon however the boat drill started and we stood in huddled groups of hundereds of people learning what to do and where to go. I'm just glad it wasn't too long. Then we all went to dinner which was lovely thanks to your two super waitresses Tri and Elizabeth. They were funny as ever! After a tasty dinner we wandered more and finally crashed. The boat gently rocking us to sleep as we had now left the port of Miami and on our way to Grand Turk. That was the first day of our luxurious vacation.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
THE END OF SUMMER
Ah summer the time of freedom. Staying up all night and sleeping all day. Swimming pools, amusement parks, camping, and friends all symbolize the joys of freedom. Alas, all good things must come to an end. As we reach the end of summer people wish it could last forever. They dread turning back to alarm clocks, homework, and teachers. Everyone has their last big fling before summer ends. It could be a whole day of movies. Spending all day at some amusement park, water parks, boating, or just spending time with all your close friends. The weather becomes cold and we miss the sunshine and warmth. Do not fret however, after the school year ends there will be another one to enjoy. The end of summer maybe coming, but if you think about how fast time goes, it'll seem like the begining is just around the corner.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
NEW PEOPLE
You meet new people on a daily basis. You may know them from a class or something like that, but you never really talk to them. You begin a new job and you are surrounded by new people. Not knowing what they are talking about or who. You dont know any of their names and frankly they don't know yours. Then you meet someone else who is in your posistion and you make the effort to be their friend. You talk and laugh and do silly things. Soon its like you have known each other for ages. The best thing about meeting new people is how easy it is to become friends. When you hit it off and become friends forever. It's funny to think that you started off meeting by being a new person.
Friday, August 12, 2011
FRIENDS
Friends are the kind of people who are always there for you. They are like brothers and sisters. You can trust them to give you advice. Give you support when you're feeling down. Back you up when your confidence is lacking. To have friends you got to be a friend. You need to be all of these things to everyone. Making new friends is supper amazing as well. When you meet someone new you get super excited and when you get talking and things click it only gets better and better. If a friend moves it just plain sucks. Sure you can stay in contact and chat on the phone, but the only downer is not being able to see them. When you do however, it's a great day. You catch up all night and can't help smiling while you talk and catch up. With all the friends you have some come and some go. The ones who leave you're glad you met and learned things from. The ones that stay are ones that will be there for a long time. They will always be there and will always be a part of your life. Never let your friends go. They are one of the best things in life.
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