In my recent graduation from High School, I have learned a few things about my self, and Life in general. I want to give it to all of my future senior friends and family members. So here goes!
1. Make New Friends. This one seems all too cliché, however, IT IS IMPORTANT. The friends you make your senior year will be a great support group to help you get through the final year of high school. Adults say that Junior year is the toughest, but it isn't. Senior year is. You have so much prep to do before you graduate, that emotions will be running high and so will your blood pressure. Make. New. Friends.
2. Start applying to colleges. This one can be difficult if you don't know what you want to do. THAT IS OKAY. You do not have to go into college knowing exactly what you want to do. Yes, I was one of the few who did, but that doesn't give me any special brownie points. To save money, why not apply to the Community College? It's cheaper, and I know A TON of people just going to community college. If you find a University you think fits you best, apply! You can go into college "undeclared"; which means you aren't sure what you want to declare as your major, but are still taking classes to get you started on your road to graduation.
3. Protect Your Heart. Now this one might seem ridiculous, given our age, but it is really important. I'll be blunt. I fell in love. I was CRAZY about a boy in my Psychology class. We became friends, and the more I got to know him, the harder I fell. I won't go into detail, but he turned me down. I cried. It absolutely broke my heart. We remained friends, but it still hurts sometimes because I am still so incredibly fascinated by him. It made my final days as a high schooler tough, but I pulled through. I am slowly moving on, and him rejecting me actually was one of the best things. Because I know now that I must protect myself a little better. If it was meant to be between us, it'd have happened. It didn't, and I suffered for a while. Now, since we graduated, we don't talk much. Protect Your Heart.
4. Nothing Lasts Forever. Now, I've told you to make new friends, but I'm also going to remind you that friendships you make in high school, may not last much longer once you graduate. Much to my sadness, I only have about 10 friends that I made in high school that I still talk to. And about half of those are from my old high school (not the one I graduated from). It will sting for a while, but know that it gets easier, and you still have the memories. Plus, college will be where you make the life long friends. I haven't started quite yet, but have already made friends with a few people I will be going to college with. One of them is even the same major as myself.
5. Mental Health Comes First. Classes will be overwhelming if you are trying to get that GPA up and those last few credits to get that diploma. If you are crying while trying to attempt that Math homework because it is just too hard, stop. Stop and go to bed. School is important, but your mental health should be your priority.
6. Prom Is Not The Most Important Thing In Your Life. PLEASE do not let your classmates and society brainwash you into thinking prom is the most important thing in your life. I debated for months about going or not, and I ended up not going because it was really something that I knew I wouldn't enjoy. I talked to friends who went, and they said it was fun, but it wasn't a blast. Plus, wasting several hundred dollars on one night is not necessary. After Prom is where it's at!
Okay so that is all of the things I really important in surviving your last year in high school. Guard your heart, and make memories.
God bless,
Ariana
Wednesday, July 29, 2015
Friday, July 24, 2015
God Is Within Everyone
Hello again! This blog post is going to be a bit shorter and just really about my thoughts recently.
Have you ever noticed that in time of need people say "Prayers would be appreciated?" or "Thank you for all of your prayers"? I find it amazing that people turn to the lord in time of need. But here is what amazes me: It isn't just those who are religious that pray, it's also those who aren't religious that request prayers or pray themselves. Even in those who unfortunately do not have our God in their hearts, have them in their hearts. Praying is a way of speaking to God. So, if you are not religious, who are you speaking to? Do you honestly believe those prayers that you received actually work? But wait! there is no such thing as God. So how come you suddenly believe the prayers worked? One word. God.
For those who are curious, I pray about lots of little things. I pray about that ambulance I saw rushing by me in hopes of saving that beautiful and precious life it carries. I pray about soon-to-be-mothers and the pain that they are about to endure. I pray simply for patience to get me through the daily tasks that I was given. You see, praying isn't just about YOUR well being, or YOUR family's well being. You also have to pray for strangers. You have to pray for the little things in your life, but BIG things in other's lives. Be selfless. I know I am not a perfect person, and I accept that. But when I sin, and pray to God for forgiveness, I learn my lesson and try not to do it again. No one will ever be the perfect christian or human. It isn't possible. You know why? Because God doesn't want us to be perfect. Not yet anyway. Once we go to our true home in heaven next to Our Savior, then we will truly be perfect for all of eternity. If you sin, then say "oh I am going to do whatever the heck I want because God will forgive me" is taking advantage of God. If you recognize what you did was wrong in his eyes, and pray for forgiveness, and try not to do it again, it will be way easier to get to that point of cleanliness.
well that is all for today!
God bless
-Ariana
Have you ever noticed that in time of need people say "Prayers would be appreciated?" or "Thank you for all of your prayers"? I find it amazing that people turn to the lord in time of need. But here is what amazes me: It isn't just those who are religious that pray, it's also those who aren't religious that request prayers or pray themselves. Even in those who unfortunately do not have our God in their hearts, have them in their hearts. Praying is a way of speaking to God. So, if you are not religious, who are you speaking to? Do you honestly believe those prayers that you received actually work? But wait! there is no such thing as God. So how come you suddenly believe the prayers worked? One word. God.
For those who are curious, I pray about lots of little things. I pray about that ambulance I saw rushing by me in hopes of saving that beautiful and precious life it carries. I pray about soon-to-be-mothers and the pain that they are about to endure. I pray simply for patience to get me through the daily tasks that I was given. You see, praying isn't just about YOUR well being, or YOUR family's well being. You also have to pray for strangers. You have to pray for the little things in your life, but BIG things in other's lives. Be selfless. I know I am not a perfect person, and I accept that. But when I sin, and pray to God for forgiveness, I learn my lesson and try not to do it again. No one will ever be the perfect christian or human. It isn't possible. You know why? Because God doesn't want us to be perfect. Not yet anyway. Once we go to our true home in heaven next to Our Savior, then we will truly be perfect for all of eternity. If you sin, then say "oh I am going to do whatever the heck I want because God will forgive me" is taking advantage of God. If you recognize what you did was wrong in his eyes, and pray for forgiveness, and try not to do it again, it will be way easier to get to that point of cleanliness.
well that is all for today!
God bless
-Ariana
Saturday, July 18, 2015
College Life Means Busy Life
Wow. I am so sorry I haven't blogged in a few weeks. Life has been hectic lately. Between, work, and college prep, and just trying to keep my life together, i seem to just simply...forgot. However, that is changing.
Now, its time to catch you all up on my recent shenanigans.
First, I went to Macomb to participate in my school orientation! Many people have been asking me how it went, and i give the least positive answer..... "It was lame". I know that that isn't something I say, given my reputation as a happy-go-lucky-upbeat-and-full-of-optimism gal. Which is ironic given my mental state. But I don't feel like getting any pity today so I am not going to discuss what most people already know about me. Anyway, it was. Orientation was lame. My group leaders didn't do any fun activities with me group. It was all business. Get them to a survey, get them through the tour, and get them to scheduling for classes. Just my luck that I would get the most serious leaders. The fun part and probably most awakening event was scheduling my first semester as a WIU Leatherneck. I had a self-realization moment once I finished scheduling. All of my classes were music. Intense music classes. Unlike many other college bound students who pick easier classes to get used to college life, I went full force into my chosen career classes. I do have one Gen Ed class, Health, that I am taking, but other than that, it's all career prep classes. And it made me realize that I'm actually doing it. I'm fulfilling my dream as a musician and chasing my dream as a Music Therapist. Given everything I have been through, it is humbling and satisfying that nothing has stopped me. My heart has been broken too many times to count (dumb boys.....), I've cried myself to sleep more than should have happened, and I've seen lots of disappointment. But all of those things have made me who I am. And I am forever grateful for that.
College will be difficult. I will have mental breakdowns. And I may want to give up, but I am not going to. College is the time for me to fine-tune myself. Figure out who deserves me in their life, and who doesn't. I will figure out my limits and I will figure out where I stand in the world. Hopefully, I will someday soon be the "Music lady with blue hair who is helping me get better".
We shall see. keep checking back for more updates!
God bless,
Ariana
Now, its time to catch you all up on my recent shenanigans.
First, I went to Macomb to participate in my school orientation! Many people have been asking me how it went, and i give the least positive answer..... "It was lame". I know that that isn't something I say, given my reputation as a happy-go-lucky-upbeat-and-full-of-optimism gal. Which is ironic given my mental state. But I don't feel like getting any pity today so I am not going to discuss what most people already know about me. Anyway, it was. Orientation was lame. My group leaders didn't do any fun activities with me group. It was all business. Get them to a survey, get them through the tour, and get them to scheduling for classes. Just my luck that I would get the most serious leaders. The fun part and probably most awakening event was scheduling my first semester as a WIU Leatherneck. I had a self-realization moment once I finished scheduling. All of my classes were music. Intense music classes. Unlike many other college bound students who pick easier classes to get used to college life, I went full force into my chosen career classes. I do have one Gen Ed class, Health, that I am taking, but other than that, it's all career prep classes. And it made me realize that I'm actually doing it. I'm fulfilling my dream as a musician and chasing my dream as a Music Therapist. Given everything I have been through, it is humbling and satisfying that nothing has stopped me. My heart has been broken too many times to count (dumb boys.....), I've cried myself to sleep more than should have happened, and I've seen lots of disappointment. But all of those things have made me who I am. And I am forever grateful for that.
College will be difficult. I will have mental breakdowns. And I may want to give up, but I am not going to. College is the time for me to fine-tune myself. Figure out who deserves me in their life, and who doesn't. I will figure out my limits and I will figure out where I stand in the world. Hopefully, I will someday soon be the "Music lady with blue hair who is helping me get better".
We shall see. keep checking back for more updates!
God bless,
Ariana
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
College Is Drawing Near, and Panic Is Setting In
Oh boy. Here we go. College is drawing near and I still have many things to do before starting my life as a new person, and creating a new life for myself. I can't believe how fast time has gone. Have you ever been in the middle of doing something so mundane, and just coming to the self-realization that you are growing old? You've seen things, done things, and just lived through it all? Our lives are filled with many regrets, but it's also filled with many happy times too! That's how I've been feeling lately. Nostalgic if you will. I'm scared for the future, because I have no clue as to what it holds. I know that God has a plan for me, and I know I need to just let go and give all my worries to him, but its difficult because at the same time, he made me the way I am. Anxious, and worry-fillled Ariana who is trying so hard.
With college starting soon, that also means that I have an audition for the School Of Music to determine which ensemble would fit me best. There is the WIU Chamber Orchestra, and the WIU Symphonic Orchestra. I know I will be placed in the Chamber Orchestra, but I can't help but try and go for the symphonic orchestra. How cool would that be? Anyway, the reason for my worry is because the pieces I was given- mega hard. One excerpt is entirely on one string. That is something I have never done before. I'm terrified. And it doesn't help that my Private Lessons Coach is taking the entire month of July off. So I'm on my own to tackle this piece because no one near me in my family has experience or any at all in music. Especially at this level of experience that I'm at. So yeah, that is really the only challenge in my life so far.
Now for my babysitting update: Andrea is a wonderful little girl. She cracks me up and is so sassy. I love it. Babysitting her is a breeze. The only challenge I'm having is finding activities to do with her everyday. We just went to Mad Potter about a week ago and painted a mug (hers), and a Dragon (mine). Apparently, they turned out cute! I have yet to go and see them. Her and her grandmother picked them up.
Well that's it for today.
God bless,
Ariana
With college starting soon, that also means that I have an audition for the School Of Music to determine which ensemble would fit me best. There is the WIU Chamber Orchestra, and the WIU Symphonic Orchestra. I know I will be placed in the Chamber Orchestra, but I can't help but try and go for the symphonic orchestra. How cool would that be? Anyway, the reason for my worry is because the pieces I was given- mega hard. One excerpt is entirely on one string. That is something I have never done before. I'm terrified. And it doesn't help that my Private Lessons Coach is taking the entire month of July off. So I'm on my own to tackle this piece because no one near me in my family has experience or any at all in music. Especially at this level of experience that I'm at. So yeah, that is really the only challenge in my life so far.
Now for my babysitting update: Andrea is a wonderful little girl. She cracks me up and is so sassy. I love it. Babysitting her is a breeze. The only challenge I'm having is finding activities to do with her everyday. We just went to Mad Potter about a week ago and painted a mug (hers), and a Dragon (mine). Apparently, they turned out cute! I have yet to go and see them. Her and her grandmother picked them up.Well that's it for today.
God bless,
Ariana
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