My Corner of the Universe

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2012-01-17T23:06:00.000-08:00

Hello again! Of course I have been thinking of everything to include on my blog all week, but when I get behind my laptop to write it down, I of course forget it all! :P

Lately I have been listening to the band Keane and their album "Hopes & Fears". I love the voice of their lead singer, Tom Chaplain. If you get a chance, it is definitely worth it to check out their music. :] This is the main website. Enjoy!

The more I think about it, the more anxious I am getting for school to start in February. It feels like an eternity since I've been to school, and I cannot wait to get back. However, I'm worried that I might be in over my head with 19 units of all academic classes. I guess we'll see! I probably won't get around to posting much on this blog when that time comes.

Apparently Wikipedia is doing a "blackout" in protest of Congress censoring the internet. I find the internet to be a huge help when researching for school, and from the little I know about this movement, I would fight to keep the

internet free to all. But if Congress really did go through with this, it's not like we don't have libraries to do

research and other forms of documentation or studying. I think some people these days forget we CAN survive without technology for every little aspect of our lives. Google's "Doodle" is even censored out for the protests.

On the topic of censoring things on the internet, some people should really censor what they post to social networks. I'm at a loss for understanding why some people thinks it is cool to post vulgar profanity on their facebooks or twitters. Or even promiscuous photos of them. Frankly, it's trashy. Also, when you have pictures of you drunk at parties plastered all over your profiles, it sends off a bad signal to professional people such as employers, or people who are reviewing your applications for groups, or committees. Think before you click!

So I've done my preaching for tonight. Next time I might have more interesting things to post...that's if I can remember them! Good night, and have a terrific Wednesday!

~Marcea

I Won't Give Up

2012-01-09T23:17:00.000-08:00

So I'm trying to get back in the habit of posting on this blog. I think before yesterday, I hadn't posted since my junior year of high school....

Of course a lot has happened since then.

I've graduated and now I'm at the local community college planning to transfer after I finish my Associates Degree. I'm hoping to transfer to a UC, but I am not set on exactly where. Maybe I will apply other places, or maybe some private colleges. Definitely still going for UCLA! Go Bruins!

So...where to begin again? Maybe a review of my last semester at college. I took six classes: Ceramics(Intro to Wheel), Concert Band, Art History(Renaissance to Modern), Intro to Philosophy, Calculus I, and Psychology 101. That was a total of 19 units, and I'm proud to say I received a 4.0 this semester. Honestly, the hardest classes for me were Ceramics and Philosophy. I thoroughly enjoyed all of my classes, except for my psychology class. I guess when you have had Debby Chaddick for AP Psychology, you will never find anyone to be as good as her. haha.

Here are pictures of some of my favorite pieces I made in Ceramics.

A trash can jar

A Jellyfish Jar

Next semester I plan to take a full load again. So far I'm planning for:

-POLS 101 Honors (Intro to Political Science)

-PSY 211 (Chicano Psychology)

-MATH 160 (Calculus II)

-CHEM 110 (Basic Chemistry)

-ART 104 (Art History-Contemporary Art)

I'm looking forward to taking these classes...and the psychology class should prove interesting. I'm not taking that class on my own free will- it fulfills one of my Diversity requirements for transfer.

Other than school, I have had quite a few highlights from last year.

One of my favorites was going to see Jason Mraz and Toca Rivera live in San Diego for a special acoustic session. I was so lucky to go with Kyle, and it was our birthday presents to ourselves. Jason is one of the most amazing artists, and his voice and lyrics are phenomenal! I think my brain was on sensory and pleasure overload afterwards...it was spectacular. We were able to hear some of his old work (which I love the most) and some new songs yet to be recorded. One of the songs was titled "I Won't Give Up" and it turns out it is number one on iTunes. The song is beautiful as a recording, but I definitely suggest you check out the live version here.

Jason's work is inspiring, and his newest song has given me a mantra- I Won't Give Up. No matter what I am doing, I will not give up. I was never raised to give up and quit on any such thing, but sometimes I want to take the easy route, or just give minimal effort. I find it so rewarding to do a good job, and I will make sure whenever I am doubting myself or being less than I can be, I will tell myself- I won't give up.

I know that I kind of bashed New Year's Resolutions in my last post, but if you are truly set on making a change in your life- go for it! Make sure it is really what you want to do, and DON'T GIVE UP and have faith in yourself. I truly believe every individual is strong when they believe in themselves.

On that note, I'm out. I need to get to bed for work tomorrow.

Good Night, have a happy week!

~Marcea

Twenty Twelve

2012-01-09T01:31:00.001-08:00

Happy New Year!

No, I do not believe this is the year the world is going to end, and all tragedy will strike. However, don't forget to live your life to its fullest extent! :D

It has been much too long since I have posted on this blog. I haven't logged onto here for so long, that I forgot my sign in info. I blame it on my poor memory, and all of the other passwords I have to remember for the other time-sucking social networks I participate in.

I'm going to keep this short and sweet since it is a little late to be blogging. I hope everyone had a wonderful Holiday season, and I wish everyone a wonderful new year. Resolutions are incredibly fake and don't happen anyways, so do what you want and do what makes you happy. Maybe some realistic goals can help you out?

Have a wonderful 2nd week of the year, as some of you go back to school, and work. I have about four more weeks until I start my semester- thank goodness! If I didn't have work, I would be completely bored out of my mind.

Take Care, and Good Night!

-Marcea

Summertime

2010-07-12T16:09:00.000-07:00

It really has been too long since my last post!

Well, currently, I'm loving my summer and i'm keeping myself busy with friends, going to the gym, and band-ish activities.

I'm very excited for my upcoming senior year....I don't think it has really hit me that I only have one more year of high school left! I'm very anxious to get out of there...and move onto college. I'm planning on attending AVC and participating in the honors program there so I can transfer to a University such as UCLA. (Cross my fingers!!!!) I hope to one day, earn my Masters Degree in Accounting, so I can become a CPA. I'm not sure if it is my final plan, but it sounds like a good one to me.

On a side note, Junior year was pretty cool!

Our Mock Trial Team won District Championship for the 6th time in a row, and I'm really proud to say that! We worked so incredibly hard at practice, and it was totally worth it in the end. I'm really looking forward to it next year!
Prom 2010 was really fun. It was hosted at The Park Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles, and I had a blast with Kyle as my date. I didn't dance the whole time because the moment you came within 100 yards of the dance floor, you felt a wave of heat and sweat and all things nasty radiating off those kids. So instead of making ourselves uncomfortable, we went downstairs and I finally learned how to play Poker! Unfortunately, my brother was on the bus that broke down on the freeway, so he missed a few hours of the fun! =[
The Band Trip to San Diego was a blast. We did a lot of cool things every single day! I didn't think San Diego was going to be so great. A big thanks to Hollie and Tarren for being amazing roommates. I had a great time. Once I get the pictures off my camera, i'll be sure to put them up on Facebook.
And last but not least, The Band Banquet! Everyone who received an award totally deserved it! I am very fortunate to say that I will be the Drum Major for next year, and Emily Manetti will be the Assistant Drum Major! I couldn't be more excited! It will definitely be fun next marching season!

Speaking of band, Emily and I attended Drum Major Camp about two weeks ago. Just like last year, we went to the USA Drum Major Camp held at UCLA for four days. It was totally a blast, and Emily did a fantastic job! I think the instructors really liked us both! This year I stepped out of my comfort zone, and made a whole bunch of new friends. I really regret not making that many friends last year. One night, all the drum majors threw a party in the lounge in the dorms, and I couldn't imagine more outgoing, band-loving, fun people in one room. It was great. During my course of the Summer Camp, I was one of the few chosen who were offered a job with the company as an instructor. I can't take the job until i'm 18, but I'll definitely keep it in mind! I think Emily and I represented QHHS well. I hope to see all of my Drum Major friends during competitions. :]

I hope everyone had a great Fourth of July! My family tried something new this year-- we attended a Rodeo hosted by the City of Lancaster at the AV Fairgrounds, then immediately following, there was a huge fireworks show. It was definately the best fireworks show i've seen...they even had Sousa marches playing on the speakers. haha. All in all, I hope everyone's day was nice and safe!

Last Wednesday, Kyle took me to my first LA Dodgers game. One of his family friends gave him the tickets after being unable to make it. We had great seats, and I had a wonderful time. It was so much fun! Unfortunately, the Dodgers lost against the Florida Marlins 4-0.

Just yesterday, the FIFA World Cup 2010 ended. After watching game after game, I'm pretty glad a country like Spain won. I was rooting for Holland to win in the final, but it was wrong for me to doubt the powers of Paul the Oracle Octopus. All in all, the World Cup was very entertaining to watch minus the droning sound of the Vuvuzelas.

Well, I hope everyone has a wonderful week! I better get started on my summer reading...I'm only on page 50 of Slaughter House Five!

-Marcea ♥

Heaven Forbid

2009-11-24T18:09:00.000-08:00

The Fray and Lady Gaga have been basically the only thing I've been listening to for the past few months! I got Lady Gaga's new Album, The Fame Monster, as a birthday gift yesterday, and I absolutely LOVE it. She is very different, but she has a great voice!

It's been a while since I've updated this.... Sad to say, I'm always on Facebook.

I'm so glad I've got a week off for Thanksgiving! It's not like my classes were giving me a hard time, but it's nice not having to wake up early or worry about other things. I'm actually starting Driving School at Rightway tomorrow! It'll be for the next four consecutive days (excluding Thanksgiving Day) and I'm really excited!

It feels like this years Marching Season has gone by quickly, we had our last "Big" competition at Moorpark last Saturday. Although we did not place, I was very proud with the band's performance. That was a good feeling. ;D

Coming up here in the future, I will be participating with the school's Mock Trial team, and I am very excited for the experience that comes with it. It will be neck to neck with Marching Band practice, but we only have two more weeks of that.

With these past few Sundays, I have thoroughly enjoyed T of R practice. I was surprised to make it this year, but I am very happy I did. The music is very fun, and it includes four different genres. The march has to be the hardest, and I really need to go work on it....

I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving!

♥ Marcea

Russian Roulette Is Not the Same Without a Gun...

2009-08-25T20:22:00.001-07:00

Wow!

I can't believe it's already the third week of school.

My official schedule is...

AP Calculus AB - C. LeBeau

Symphonic Band - McQuilkin

US History - Coach Ray

English 11 - Thibault

Spanish 3 Honors - Rocca

IB Chemistry - A. LeBeau

Marching Band - McQuilkin

I'm not happy with my regular history and english, but there isn't anything I can do about it...so I really shouldn't complain. Otherwise, I see no more schedule changes...so this is it! Hope it's a good one! I'm loving Calculus...! (Not being sarcastic)

Band has been going so well! I just came from our parade around the AV Fair. Band practice has been very efficient and I feel like it's going to be a great year. The music sounds pretty good too! The volume is getting there, but I sometimes just have these moments where I can't help but smile because I am so glad to be a part of the band. (I know it sounds real cheesy, but I truly do)

This week and last week have been filled with fair things/events. I've been there Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and today. I'll also be there tomorrow. :D

I've been listening to Lady GaGa like crazy. It's so awesome. hah

I saw David Cook at the fair the other night! I thought the concert was really nice. Everything sounded good, and the weather was beautiful. A band by the name of Crash Kings performed for about 45 minutes before David Cook, and I really liked them. I need to get onto iTunes or YouTube and find them....

I'm really enjoying being Asst. Drum Major. I love Mitch and Chelsea so much. Of course, whenever we have a performance, or anything, I'm nervous, but I think i'll get used to it soon. I love it.

I can't remember anything else I really wanted to say on here, so I'm going to post some pictures!

So I had a random urge to draw a pokeball on

Kyle Chartier's Chemistry notes.... hahah

Sabrina, Ana, Kayla, Me, and Catherine after the AV Fair Parade on Lancaster Blvd.

I look totally stupid, but it's me giving out an awesome award. Band camp was a lot of fun, and it was very productive!

Ok, well, I need to get back to reading The Time Traveler's Wife. Usually I read the book before I see the crappy movie production...but this time it's different. I LOVED the movie, but I'm LOVING the book even more! :D Thanks to Nithya, I've had the chance to read it.

Hope everyone has a nice rest of the week as August comes around to a close. Just think, tomorrow you'll be half way through the week!

mmmkay, well talk to everyone later!

♥Marcea

NIMBY

2009-07-27T23:12:00.000-07:00

Not In My Back Yard!

Ok, so this is gonna be a short little post. It's 11:00 PM, and I need to be working on fixing my sleeping routine for school....

Random Thoughts of the Night~~~~
*-.,_,.-*'`'*-.,Have you ever sat there with other people and just stuck your tongue out? Like, tried making crazy designs? Or tried seeing who could touch their nose? It's actually really fun once you realize how silly everyone looks. ^_^

I am so super excited for marching band. I am not being pessimistic about it one bit. I know it's not going to be all of what i've been daydreaming about, but I just can't wait. The football games, the competitions, the parades....man!

Today I realized how much I love my pets. When I grow up, I always want to have pets!

Have you ever watched the sun set at the beach over the water? It's so cool, and oh so very beautiful. =] ,.-*'`'*-.,_,.-*

woooh, i'm so spacey today! hahahah
ummm, I had many more of them, but I just can't remember! (This ALWAYS happens when I sign into blogger to post my thoughts/ideas/events!)

I hope everyone has a fantastic week! See most of you at Band Camp! :D

<3 Marcea

How Do I Get Down?!

2009-07-22T17:31:00.000-07:00

Drum Major Camp was a blast! I can't even describe how much I loved it! I have to thank the QHHS Band Boosters sooooo very much for paying for Mitch, Chelsea, and I to attend!

Our Drum Major Camp took place at UCLA from July 16-19. There were about 50-60 kids in our class and 5 Instructors. At first I was a little intimidated by the other Drum Majors (Some had been attending DM Camp for years!!) but by the end of the first day, I realized they were just like anyone else! I was thankful enough to room with Chelsea, so there was no need to immediately open myself up to someone I wasn't familiar with.

After check-in, we headed to unpack in our beautiful dorms located in Rieber Hall. After a mad dash down the long flights of stairs down to the stadium (And an almost potentially dangerous fall down the stairs) Chelsea and I had just made it in time for the orientation. From there it just got better. We started off with a Drilldown, and of course, I came no where near the finals. (The people who win have no honor! Hah, just kidding) The main culprit of failure during drilldowns was the need to change how we marked time and counted parade rest. Other than the drilldowns though, we got into our Unity/Baton Spinning/Conducting Groups.

The Unity groups were random selection, and ours turned out to be really awesome! Our group was called The Watermatos (Hybrid between Watermelons & Tomatoes) and the other three groups were Pomograpes, Lazacos, and Banangos. I got to know everyone in that group fairly well, and throughout the course of camp, we did many unity games/activities together.

As for the Spinning/Conducting class, I enrolled in Intermediate level for the both of them. Mitch joined me in the Spinning, but went advanced for Conducting. Chelsea did the exact opposite, and joined me in the Conducting, but went advanced for Spinning. I believe we all made good choices in that, and we all challenged ourselves to the point of sanity. From those classes I learned some really cool things. (Including in what my opinion is a really awesome Baton routine!) It wasn't easy though! Every meal break was spent practicing! The Baton really bruised up my arms/wrists, but it was all very worth it at the end.

Besides the classes, I also got quite a bit closer to Chelsea. We partied it up til midnite and then payed for it every morning at 5:30 AM. I can't complain though! Who doesn't love sneaking around past curfew just to buy some pretzels and M&M's from a vending machine?! We had fun, and Mitch was always there to keep us in-line. Hah

On the last night, the fabulous USA Drum Major Instructional Staff, Chris, Nadya, Steven, Todd, and Kathleen took us to a nice area in UCLA where they performed a Drum Major version of Harry Potter. The skit they performed was entitled, Marchy Potter. It was hilarious, and it was a good way to end the night. This a picture of staff from the brochure, and I decided to include it because the guy is Chris, one of the staff from our camp. He was probably my favorite. :)

This whole experience gave me so much. I am just so happy and thankful I got to be a part of it. It made me come out of my shell, and added a lot more to my spirit. In addition, I learned a lot about being a leader. All of the corny jokes, crazy routines, and strange chants/things we did really made it fun. I really hope that I have the honor to be able to attend again next summer!

If you wanna know more, and you aren't already bored with this whole entire post, i'll be happy to sit there and tell you how awesome this whole experience was.

Have a nice wednesday! I'll see everyone at the band rehearsal tomorrow! :]

♥Marcea

P.S. - On a side note--- If you ever attend UCLA, be very prepared for the copius amounts of stairs/inclines and declines! :D

Bitter Sweet

2009-07-15T15:57:00.000-07:00

Sorry for the long intervals between posts!

I hope everyone is having a fine and dandy summer vacation. So far, I've had a good summer. I'm getting ample amounts of sleep, I'm hanging out with my friends, I got no homework, and I can sit down and watch as much CSI as I'd like.... :D

On Monday, June 22nd, I went with Kevin, Hailey, and Kyra to Magic Mountain for Hailey's birthday. It was a nice day out, and I'm proud to say we hit up every awesome ride! X2 was definately the scariest ride i've ever been on...and i'm afraid to do it again. haha. I must say though, the new ride Terminator was pretty awesome. It was much more fun than I thought it would be. The day was really great, and I had an good time screaming my head off, and getting soaked on Roaring Rapids. :D

Drum Major camp is starting tomorrow! I'm so super excited! I've been looking forward to this experience all summer, and I'm glad it's finally here. Mitch, Chelsea, and I will be at the USA DM Camp hosted at UCLA from July 16-19. When I get back, i'll post some pictures!

So far, I've watched quite a bit of movies this summer, and I plan on watching a lot more! Some include, Sabrina, Ms. Pettigrew Lives for a Day, Blast from the Past, The Devil Wears Prada, My Sisters Keeper, The Proposal, Dragonfly, Steel Magnolias, Family Man, and just today I went and saw Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. I enjoyed some more than others, but all were not a disappointment.

I'm sure all of you that read this have heard of our musical selections for the upcoming marching season. Riverdance for the field show, and The Aviators by John Phillip Sousa for the March. If you guys want the music file, I can email it to you. :)

Just the other week, I was invited to Ventura Beach with Kyle's family. It was a beautiful day, and I am really happy I went. We built a Sand Castle/Fortress thing, caught crabs in the rocks, (Or more like, watched Connor chase them) and just in general soaked up the sun. The following day, my mom decided to take our family down to the beach too. Instead of Ventura though, we went a little farther to a nice day beach, Faria. The weather was beautiful, and we got to enjoy yet another day at the beach with some friends. Towards the end of our trip, this sea lion came out of the ocean, walked up on the beach, and got up on the rocks right next to us. It didn't look too good, and I figured it was probably dying due a natural release of Domoic Acid in that area of the ocean. Although it was a sad realization, we left before we watched anymore of the poor creature's pain. Altogether it was a nice trip.

Well, it's almost 4, and I havn't started packing for DM Camp which is in less than 24 hours. I hope everyone has a very lovely rest of the week, and a nice weekend!

♥Marcea

Never Say Never

2009-06-16T16:51:00.000-07:00

I love the Fray. ♥

Sorry for the very long absence of a post. I can't say i've been too busy, I just never got around to Blogger. I believe I left off at the Band Banquet...

That week we had the Living Art Show. Me, Kayla Foote, Quayla Mauk, Leigh Chang, and Kyle McPherson were all in the piece Las Meninas by Diego Velazquez. When I get a good quality picture of us from the actual show, I'll post it. I think i'm going to have to ask DeGroff.... I enjoyed the whole thing, although I don't think I would want to do it again. Mind you, we had 3 days to paint everything, build the canvas you see in the left, and get the costumes. It was definately a challenge, but thanks to everyone, it came together quite nicely.

The next big thing after that was graduation. I was afraid I was going to ball my eyes out, but it didn't happen. [Don't get me wrong, I was very sad] I kind of started to tear up when they walked out, but I wasn't actually crying. hah. It was then when I was conducting for the band that being assistant drum major finally hit me. Anyways, I wish all the seniors leaving us the best of luck in their lives! I can't believe i'm another year closer to that....

Speaking of Drum Major related things...Mitch, Chelsea, and I have signed up for the Drum Major Camp at UCLA if you hadn't already heard. It will be from July 16-19 and I am soooo very excited. I'm sure it will be an amazing experience.

If you click here, you can search "Riverdance" and find our field show music recordings for next year. =] I like the musical selection a lot. It features some of our sections very nicely. Just the other day, I caught myself thinking like I was still in the Clarinet section, which makes me rather sad. I know i'll enjoy Assistant Drum Major though.

I am so glad i'm done with the school year though. It was definately an experience. I have to thank all my friends for the good times. I know it wasn't always the greatest, but we made it through changed and more mature. I'm actually really looking forward to my junior year...regardless if it will be more difficult than this year was.

I have a facebook account. Yes, I know I am a hypocrit. I know I bashed on it several posts ago. I find it much easier to contact the people I need to contact however. Sorry.

Last week, I went to our annual beach camping trip. This time my brother brought his friend Marcos, and I brought Kyle. It was from Sunday to Friday (June 7th-June 12th) When I get the pictures up on the computer, i'll post them either on here or facebook or both. It was so much fun! I now have a slightly darker skin tone.

I just realized i've been slouching the whole time i've been typing this...jeez....

Well, I dont have too many pictures to upload at the moment! Even the trip pics are incomplete, but you can find a few on my facebook profile. I hope everyone has a really awesome week.
Happy Tuesday!

♥ Marcea

Speechless

2009-05-19T22:57:00.001-07:00

Ohhhhh man.

I just wanted to make a quick blog post since I just can't focus at all on my homework tonight. I was named Assistant Drum Major (For the Field Shows) for the QHHS Band just about a little of 2.5 hours ago....and it was *a*m*a*z*i*n*g*! I have to thank all of you, for your support, your encouragement, and your faith. I love you all!

....Still ectastic about the whole ordeal. =D
I honestly don't think i'll be able to sleep at all tonight.
Jeez.
Man.
Wow.
Ok, i'll stop obsessing! haha

Thanks Again to EVERYONE!!!!
=D =D

♥♥ Marceaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa! =] ♥♥

Third of May

2009-05-03T19:32:00.001-07:00

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For all you Art History Geeks. (Or anyone who gets this)

Oh, and Congratulations to Priscila for scoring a job as a Lifeguard for the City of Palmdale. I'm so proud of her. It took a lot of effort, and it makes me happy to see her succeed! I wish you the best of luck! Heres to You Pris! =D

Family Get Together was last weekend. I have to say, I enjoyed it much more than I thought I would. It wasn't so awkard between my second cousins, and I got to learn a lot of my mom's side of the family history. (I am Swiss, and Irish and that schizophrenia runs in the family on my mothers side[That one wasn't so great to learn about]) Agoura Hills is such a green, pretty place...not like this ugly desert. All us women made some wreaths, so when I find the camera, i'll post the pics. Altogether it was a lovely day.

Drum Major tryouts were last wednesday (4/29) and I am soooooo relieved they are over. I'm missing practice, especially with all the friends i've made. It was a really cool experience and was much different than what I had expected. I'm glad I got to participate in it.

If you ever go to the Sagebrush Cafe down in Quartz Hill, make sure you go when Taylor is working there. Then ask for a "Chocolate Dream on Hazlenut Syrup". Taylor came up with that one, and it is amazing! =D

The Trip is a little over a week away, and i'm soooo super excited! I'm having less doubts about my ears, now that the doctor has me flushing my sinuses with steroids to keep them open which keeps my Eustachian Tubes open. (Sorry about that last sentence) McQ showed us a tenative itinerary the other day, and it looks like we'll be having a blast! I can't wait!

Well, I should be doing Art History, or continue studying for the AP Chem. So i'm going to end this post here. Sorry for the lack of pictures! I hope everyone has a good week and a very nice Cinco de Mayo on tuesday!

-Marc-UHHH!♥

I've Been Secant You For a While

2009-04-24T23:20:00.000-07:00

Wow. I'm sorry it has taken so long to post. For the past few weeks, homework, and drum major have been on my schedule. And in the event in which I don't have to do anything for either of those, I'm usually caught napping. =D

So lets see....before spring break is about where I left off. I'll try to cover some big, or interesting(At least to Me) events that has happened.

Solo/Ensemble Festival 2009 --- It was really awesome. I wish I could have seen more performances, but I helped the whole day as a runner/bouncer. Good experience, but I think I prefer to be the performer in that case....Congrats to everyone. You all did GREAT. =D

Spring Break was spent very well indeed. =] Over the course of a week, I went to see Knowing (I don't suggest seeing it. It's not great acting and it's just really depressing), hung out with my friends, rode bikes in Newport, and hung out with a really old friend who came to visit from Florida. It went by faster than I had really wanted it to, but it was nice to get back into the routine of school. (Except the HW) Here are some of the pics from the beach.

my mom and aunt being silly.

In case you can't read the flag it says,

"Wine a Bit. You'll Feel Better"

Julia and her Dad. =]

Julia, Me, and Pris

Look at the Sand Dunes! HAH

I got sand in my band-aid though. ='[

Priscila and I climbed out on those
rocks...it was actually really scary!

(But oh soooo pretty on the end.)

Feet picture! =]
Mine is the one with the blue toenails.
HAHA

So besides that, I can't really remember much. My mind is fuzzy. I think it's been taken over by memorizing Art History and Chemistry equations. School has been School, and I'm really ready for it to be over already. gosh! About a month left though...so I'm pretty excited.

Right now I should be studying for the AP Chem, or working on my routine for drum major (What with the tryouts being next wednesday and all...) but I need to blog. It's ridiculous.

So I thought I would add this pic to this post simply because I think it is cool. Maybe I'm immature because I like it, frankly I don't care. HAha, I made it at lunch a few weeks ago. I guess I can say its Aesthetically Pleasing. =D And there is something in me where I have a big urge to draw faces on fruit. (I can give credit to my tenoras for that)

We have a upcoming concert for QHHS. I'm kind of excited for it. Not too happy about some of the pieces we'll be playing, but I think it will be nice. (I hope) May 5th. Wooh, in honor of Cinco de Mayo, McQ will be having us play a 'Zacatecas March' I just hope it goes well.

I wish I was in Senora Rocca's spanish class. =[ Then I can make salsa on Cinco de Mayo again.

Band trip is coming up, and i'm getting rather afraid. Partly because i'll be farther than I have ever been from my family, partly because I don't remember what flying in an airplane was like ( Last time I did, I was 6), but mostly because my ears have horribly functioning Eustachian tubes which will not allow my ear to equalize pressure changes. I'm going in to the doctors on Monday, and possibly getting a procedure where they drill a hole in my ear to help the pressure. I'm not quite sure what it is all about exactly, but it should help with the pressure change during the plane flight. I hope all goes well. Mrs. LeBeau kinda freaked me out....

So math has gotten pretty cool I suppose. We're in sin, cos, tan, csc, sec, cot graph functions. At first I didn't like it, but I have changed my mind over the past few days. I hope you like the title of the post....If you want to be a nerd, use this little mathematical pick-up line. HAH, tell me if you do, and if actually works for you.

Well, i'm off to a busy weekend of drum major practice, family get-togethers, sweet 16s, and lots of AP Chem/Art History work. Oh joy. =]

Have a nice weekend everyone!

-Marceaaa♥

"The Internet Symphony"

2009-04-15T20:32:00.000-07:00

"When there is no place safe and no safe place to put my head..."

2009-03-16T19:42:00.000-07:00

School is keeping me plenty busy! Thank goodness for Spring Break next week. Except, break doesn't exist in a lot of people's vocabulary anymore...so that means all the work we do at school is now to be done at home. =]

Happy Belated Pi day! I hope everyone enjoyed such a mathematical day and enjoyed a nice slice of Pie. I myself had celebrated both Friday and Saturday. (One in Coach Degnan's room and the other at Marie Callenders with a few friends) I had a good time, got fat, and was introduced to the TV Show How I Met Your Mother. That show is hilarious! Its recording on my DVR as I type.

CAHSEE is tomorrow. I'm so nervous. =/ Yeah right. I hear its way the heck easy. This senior in my Art History told me that I can get an hour of sleep, be on meth, have a mental disorder, and still pass the test. Hah. I'm not planning to try that...but I'm confident it's going to be a breeze.

I'm am now attending Drum Major lessons offered by Rachel and Brendan. I am trying out for next year, and there is always a chance I can make it, but being a junior next year won't help. (Besides, i'm still learning) It's a pretty cool experience. =]

I am an idiot. A big baby in fact. I learned a pretty valuable lesson the other day...look before you EVER open a car door in a parking lot. You can lose an arm...or a car door. Enough said.

Check out these 8 Brilliant Scientific Screw-Ups. A particular someone always reminded me not to screw up...but what if I turned out like these guys? Hah, just kidding.

Well, class registration was just a few weeks ago. I've decided to take the AP route. Not that I don't feel smart enough to take IB...I just can't take the amount of time you need to put in. I want to remember highschool as a good thing, not a time where I killed myself with work. I just can't arrange an IB diploma and still have a life. I know a few people who can, but not me. Anyways, these are the classes I'm taking next year.

AP Calculus AB (I'm extremely excited for this class!)
AP English 11
IB Chemistry SL
AP U.S. History (Not looking forward to this whatsoever)
Teacher's Assistant (For Coach Degnan)
Spanish 3

So yes. This is my schedule. I've thought about this and my senior year classes as well. I'm getting my all my credits just fine. I know being a TA isn't the best...but I could use a "study hall" period.

Renaissance art is so beautiful. (I've kept up with my cards finally)

Saturday was our "last" parade for the QHHS Band 08-09. (We have another for the Band Trip, but that only counts for some people) The Almond Blossom Festival is always a fun little thing I like to attend with my mom. After a few years of wanting it, we FINALLY signed up to take the Painting on Water Art Class. It looks so awesome. April 18th baybee! haha. I'm so excited.

I hope everyone has a great week! Hopefully it goes fast. =] Just remember,

"When everything is falling apart, there's no reason to fall with it."

♥ Marceaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!

You Never Know Just How the Story Ends...

2009-02-28T13:27:00.000-08:00

Its the last day of February. =[ I'm not ready for March.

A lot has been going on from the last time I've posted...well, not really, but enough to have something to blog about. Lets start back at the sunday before last. (2/15)

On the 15th was a Sweet 16 for my good friend, Kellie. It was Rock N Roll themed, and I'm sure everyone had a GREAT time. I got crazy, but I didn't do anything I regret and I had sooooo much fun. =] Some of the coolest things I did was dance on bubble wrap. It's a good stress reliever. Haha

Adding to the fun that week, we had Monday off. I went with Priscila to see He's Just Not That Into You at the theatres, and well, it was an OK movie. Pretty cute, but it wasn't a favorite. I recommend you see it if you're into the whole chemistry between the average couple today. =P

For the third day in a row, I had another outing that was a lot of fun. On tuesday the 17th, the QHHS band went to Disneyland. I hung out with Kevin, Pris, and Kyle. We had a GREAT time, and were totally crazy on the rides. Screaming on every one, including Star Tours. (It is just so exhilarating!)This was a particular favorite of mine. Kyle's face cracks me up. (And his hand conveniently covers my face =])

Come Wednesday, the fun was over. I woke up, tried getting ready for school, but felt like I was dying. I begged my mom to let me stay home. (Shame on me because I missed the day before for Disneyland) After a long lecture from my mom, and a Doctors visit, I was diagnosed with Pneumonia, and was required to stay home the rest of the week. Not a very fun experience, coughing my lungs up and such. After that I had to look forward to lots of make-up work and getting the pneumonia out of my system. I must say though, looking at the X-Ray was rather fascinating to me. =]

After that whole experience, life returned to normal. Classwork resumed, and everything was what it was supposed to be.

Did you ever wonder just how a cell phone worked?
Indulge on the wonderful biochemical pathways Here.

Yesterday was the multicultural assembly, and as always, it was the best assembly of the year. Some personal favorites of mine were the Tinikling, the Irish Jig, and the Mexican dress dancing. The coordinators of the assembly did a fantastic job. I'm thinking I want to participate in that next year, but I need to find an act to do.
Great Job everyone.

Just another pic from Bianca's Quince that I found. =]

I hope everyone has a great weekend and a great month!
♥Marc-UH!

Everyone Died Back in Those Days...

2009-02-14T13:33:00.000-08:00

I love DeGroff. She is just too awesome =D

Wow, it has been almost a month since I posted last! Crazy! Sorry about that...school work has kept me plenty busy.

As of yesterday, it has snowed a total of 3 times this winter. 3 times! First time was awesome, second time...not so much, it didn't even stick. And third time? I got to enjoy it by watching it from my living room window. I have no doubts for what this weather can do. One minute there is blue sky, next minute its hailing. =/

I noticed fellow bloggers are familiar with the game site, addictinggames.com. I have found one game that has dragged me in way to far.
Bubbles + Physics

For solo/ensemble festival I have only decided to do a solo(That's IF I get an accompianist) I plan to do the first movement of Stamitz's Concerto no. 3. We'll see how that goes....

I'm so excited for the next few days. Tomorrow is my good friends Sweet 16, monday we get the day off, and tuesday is the Band Trip to Disneyland! For some reason I'm way excited to go, eventhough we don't get to do the parade. It will be fun, and i'll make sure to take a lot of pictures!

Well, this is going to be a rather short post, seeing I don't have much to talk about. I hope everyone has a great weekend, and a very sweet Valentines Day. =]

~Marcea

I'm One of Those...

2009-01-18T20:25:00.000-08:00

Well! First post of the Year 2009! I must say, i'm looking forward to starting a new, fresh year. Now that I realize it, I would have much rather gotten those finals done before break, but they went swell last week, so I guess it turned out right. Next week we start the second semester, and i'm ready! Thankfully, this year I won't be switching around some classes for the new semester like last year. I can't wait to get back into the routine of things....

This week back to school, I realized that I forgot what being tired felt like. I had so much sleep over break, it was an unusual feeling once I returned to school. Now, I better get used to it, because my teachers only guaranteed harder work and tougher material. I'm kind of afraid.

The English final was rather hectic the other day. We had to write our essays, (Mine being on the worst book ever, The Tortilla Curtain), pass out our extra credit food, and try to pay attention with all the upperclassmen fooling around the room and doing things that shouldn't be done on a couch at school....Anyways, it was fun, but not really, considering I don't like the subject English. It was interesting to see people bring in their food for the E.C. and figure out how it pertains to the books we read. A particular favorite of mine was a cake of a book burning(From Fahrenheit 451). =] I just liked the decorating, haha.

About two weeks ago, my Mom found a Shih Tzu on Rancho Vista Blvd. Of course, being the dog lover she is, she stopped for him since he was frightened out of his wits on the road. As soon as she opened her door, he jumped in and made himself right at home. It wasn't what we needed at the moment, but we took care of him. One day he did escape from us but came back a half hour later. We posted FOUND posters all along RV Blvd. and only until yesterday did we receive a phone call of the REAL owner. It was almost looking like the dog was going to be ours, but I'm very glad we got the owner.

Well, I didn't make District Honor Band, and I have only myself to blame. I wasn't angry at ANYONE, only embarassed with myself. I guess the accumulation of failure got the best of me that day, but my true friends were there, and really helped me through the day. "A word of encouragement during a failure is worth more than an hour of praise after success." Congrats to everyone who made it, and THANK YOU to all that had a kind word of advice.

I went to my very first school basketball game Friday night. Priscila and I were fortunate enough to visit our friends and enjoy the upbeat game. We watched the Junior Varsity and Varsity girls play, and QH had won both of them against Eastside. I had a lot of fun, and it was a cool experience.

Well, I'm ready to enjoy Martin Luther King Jr. Day tomorrow and the presidential inaguration on tuesday. I hope everyone has a great week, and stays safe.

A list of some of the best experiences in the world....

Life's Highs...

1. Laughing hysterically

2. Dancing your heart out

3. Star gazing

4. Shopping

5. Going to the beach

6. Listening to the rain

7. Ice-cream on a hot day

8. Feeling wanted

9. Getting that warm, fuzzy feeling when you think about the one you love

10. Receiving text messages

11. Personal jokes

12. Compliments

13. Late night phone calls

14. Christmas

15. Hugs

16. Kisses

17. Knowing someone misses you

18. Knowing someone is thinking of you

19. Good dreams

20. Skipping school for a day

21. Lying on the grass starring into the sky

22. Going up to the snow

23. Jumping into a warm bed on a cold night

24. Seeing your guys/girls name on your mobile when it rings

25. Your first kiss

26. Talking for hours about absolutely nothing

27. Looking back on the laughs

28. Receiving presents

29. Giving presents

30. Birthdays

31. Air conditioning when it's hot

32. Being full of energy3

3. Seeing your boyfriend/girlfriend

34. Watching someone do something stupid, and them thinking no one saw

35. Nice smelling perfume/cologne/deodorant

36. Good hair days

37. Turning on the radio to hear that your favourite song is being played

38. Running into an old friend

39. Strolling along the pier at night

40. Finding $5 on the ground

41. Being home alone

42. Reading a good magazine

43. Sun baking

44. Sleeping in

45. Watching the sun come up

46. Seeing a shooting star

47. Waking up to find the person you love in your arms

48. Weekends

49. Holidays

50. Jumping on a trampoline

51. Sitting infront on the fire on a cold evening

52. Smell of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies

53. Singing into your hairbrush in your room

54. Bubble baths

55. Turning up your sterio as loud as it will go

56. Being so happy it makes you cry

57. Summer

58. Finally completing somthing you started a long time ago

58. Achieving a long time goal

59. Warm nights

60. Falling in love...

61. Being able to read these all of these things and smile.

If you made it this far, you really have no life...but I love you just the same! =] HAHA

A picture I drew today. =]

♥Marcea Marie

Aesthetically Pleasing

2008-12-31T22:27:00.000-08:00

The Snow saves the day. Starting wednesday, it just started to pour snow. It's probably the most I have ever seen in this valley in my lifetime (or from what I can remember). I figured after getting home from school that day, there wasn't going to be school the next day so I skipped doing homework and played in the snow with my brother. We played for about 3 hours until we were finally exhausted from all the snowmen building and snowball fights. I loved the snow. =] It made me feel like a little kid again.

These aren't my snowmen, my friends made these, but I thought they were pretty cute! =D
It seems a little late to discuss this, but my Quince was at the end of November. It turned out to be AMAZING. It was everything I wanted it to be and more. I am so thankful for everything. Thank You to everyone who came, participated, helped, anything...I loved it. I hope everyone had a good time. =] I got the DVD and photos(all 343 of them) back, but I havn't been able to distribute them due to lack of funds. =/ By the end of January, anyone who wants copies will have one. If you don't want them, then you are more than welcome to just come over and see them at my house. =]

With my lazy days this winter break, I've become addicted to one more TV show. CSI. (Crime Scence Investigation) I'm not quite sure why, but it entertains me...considering its rahther corny how they ALWAYS find just the right evidence. =/ Eventhough I've seen millions of episodes, it does not compare to my obsession with House. I guess once school starts up again, they will have to be recorded and watched when I have free time...(hah).

Every wonder about the difference in size of an electron with a human? http://www.physlink.com/education/askexperts/ae278.cfm

Well, I'm hoping everyone had a very Merry Christmas/Happy Hannukah/Happy Kwanza! This year seemed to just go by so fast....

Well, I'm ready for second semmester whether I made it into Wind Ensemble or Band P.E. =/ I did horrible with my audition for Wind Ensemble, so no surprise. This year's marching band wasn't too bad. We got Grand Champs at AV, but we were just .78 away from Palmdale's Grand Champ. That makes me feel guilty because although I didn't mess up, I could have performed a whole heck of a lot better. Ah, there is always next year. (That should be a band motto with the number of times i've heard it...)

Since the last time I've posted, I have seen two movies in theatres. Marley and Me and Four Christmases. I would have to say, I liked both very much. As for the winner, it would have to be Marley and Me. I sure cried way more than I wanted to at the end though! Its due to my family's strong strong love of animals that is established inside of me....Anyways, I definately recommend seeing those!

I'll be up early to once again, watch my friends march in the Tournament of Roses parade. =] I had auditioned, but did not make it. (which I'm not surprised or very disappointed) I think it is a great honor, and I just want to congratulate everyone who made it again! I'm sure it will turn out to be amazing with all of that hard practice you have been putting in.

On that note, this will be my last post of 2008. I want to wish everyone good health and luck in the New Year! Don't forget to have a designated driver because I know everyone who reads my blog gets wasted at parties.... anyways....HAPPY NEW YEAR!

~Marc-UH! ♥♥

Happy Thanksgiving!

2008-11-27T09:14:00.000-08:00

Well, there is only about 2 days until my Quinceañera, and I'm pretty freaked. I'm sure it will be a blast. Thanks to everyone who has put up with my crabby, stressed attitude throughout this whole thing. (And a special thanks to those who obtained physical injuries) ;] I can't wait!

Just the other day, I was getting quite annoyed with little things such as losing the match to my sock, getting lectured by my parents, having to clean up my kitchen, unanswered phone calls to my friends, minor headaches, and just stupid little things. I was getting real bothered by it, until I realized, I shouldn't sweat the small stuff, and be thankful instead. I realized, by wasting my time by thinking of all the annoying things in my life, I was wasting the time I could be giving thanks to everything I do have. I mean, I should be thankful I have clothes to wear, that my parents care about me, that I have food to eat in my kitchen, that I have friends who do care and are there for me, and that my health is in good condition. And the more I think about it, I am truly grateful. So, today, just give thanks to everything, because we are all pretty blessed. =] "We can always find something to be thankful for, no matter what may be the burden of our wants, or the special subject of our petitions."-Albert Barnes

May your stuffing be tasty

May your turkey be plump,

May your potatoes and gravy

Have never a lump.

May your yams be delicious

And your pies take the prize,

And may your Thanksgiving dinner

Stay off your thighs!

Happy Thanksgiving!

My Cat Wants to Kill Me

2008-11-18T17:47:00.000-08:00

Umm...Where Are My Pants??

2008-11-15T23:50:00.000-08:00

My Quinceañera. Two weeks. Counting down...

Speaking of Quinceañeras...my good friend Bianca's was just last month. I was very honored to be in her court and to be one of her damas. We did the traditional Waltz and a Baile Sopresa(surprise dance). My friend Josh had decided to participate in the dance with me, and was my partner(chambalan). It was a VERY fun party, and I'm sure everyone had a great time. =] I hope mine runs smoothly...if so, it should be a blast!

School has been keeping me busy. Chemistry and Art History especially. Chem seems to be getting a tad bit more understanding and Art History is finally getting interesting. (We're moving into Art that actually is more sophisticated...not some stick figure carvings in the side of a cave)

This years marching band season has gone a lot faster than I had really wanted it to. Budget cuts limited our number of competitions, but I had fun at both Simi and Hart. Although our band didn't do as good as we could have, it was still just as fun. I'm looking forward to the Arcadia Band Review coming up next weekend, the competition might be a slap in our face regarding our band's parade marching skill, or it might actually be a very successful band review. I'm wanting it to be some what successful, but I guess this weeks parade practice might give a good hint on how we may perform.

AVC Concert on Monday (11/17) You should come. =]

I've been looking at the differences between a myspace and a facebook...and really...I can't find anything better on either. They both are the same, and I guess I'm against having one. They're both profiles of you on the internet.(I guess you can't say having a blog or a website is any better =/ ) Supposedly Facebook is "better" and "safer" but really, its just like a myspace. =P

The raging fires throughout Southern California has had a strong attention of the news today. The outlook is grim, a lot of damage has been done. Some burn injuries have been reported and possibly some deaths. The quote that caught me was when the firefighter reported, "I can't even read the names of the streets, the signs were melting" Large fires are pretty scary (at least to me) and I really hope that this wasn't arson. My prayers are to those firemen containing the fire and all the men and women who are contributing/are in the evacuation of those areas.

I'm listening to a song about WWI. Isn't that great? When I first heard this song a looooong time ago, I would have never guessed it was related to history whatsoever.

I should be in bed right now, I'm dedicating my studying and homework time to sunday this weekend....but who doesn't love procastinating??

Have a wonderful week!
-Marcea

Another Date in the History Books

2008-11-04T21:20:00.000-08:00

~Congratulations President Barack Obama~

Happy Mole Day!

2008-10-23T06:02:00.000-07:00

6.022 X 10²³

Undesirable Retarded Lame Freak

2008-10-06T22:04:00.000-07:00

Wow, I don't ever have enough time to blog anymore.... =[ Sophmore year is proving to be the hardest year of school yet...its really putting a damper on...what's it called again??....I think it's called something like..."having a life" ??? Idk, doesn't sound familiar.....

I need to shut up.

Listening to :: Slow Down by The Academy Is

School was started off....eh, hectic. By the second week, my brother was in the hospital with appendicitis, and by the third week, my mom, with kidney stones. All is well, just a few memorable scars.

I was so thankful to have participated in Tyrel & Allison's(Julia's sister) wedding! It was such a great experience. The quartet was pretty awesome, John, Josh, and Sheena did a spectacular job. =] The day was beautiful and I couldn't of been happier for the Virtue and Drew Family. May Allison and Tyrel have a wonderful marriage.

Soccer is going down hill. Each weekend like another nightmare of horrible games. We haven't won a game yet...its not that we can't, but things aren't clicking. I'm pretty sure the team will fold after season, if not sooner, and that will be the end of our 5 year team. =[ Its a great sport, just not great right now.

School School School. My official schedule-----

p1. Chemistry -LeBeau

p2. Symphonic Band - McQuilkin

p3. Algebra 2/Trig Honors -Shy

p4. Art History -DeGroff

p.5 Spanish2 -Reyes
p.6 English 10 -Moreno

Short review :: Lots of work, I enjoy the classes (except english) but I hate the work load. Art history especially, its SOOO FUN, but lots of work. =P Chem...now thats just confusing. @_@

In Art History, we were assigned a project to do a report on an artist. I chose Jackson Pollock, and abstract artist. I started off just kind of with a 'whatever' attitude, but the more I researched, the greater appreciation I had for him. His work is beautiful, and yes, it IS ART. Since we all had to put together a powerpoint and present it to the class, I got to learn about many other artists as well. If you want to know more about Pollock(which I really doubt you even have the slightest care) then i'll be happy to show the powerpoint. =]

I've now opened my eyes to the art of Fencing. I got a free trial the other week, but I can't start it until December approximately....Its really fun, I don't know how good I really would be.... ^_^

My kittens born on July 19th are almost all gone. =[ I still have two left, and I'm refusing to give them up to just anybody! So if you're a SOMEBODY, contact me! =D Two girl cats! Please, their brothers and sisters went to good homes...you want to make that a reality for these other ones?

Band. Wow. WOW. Symphonic Band is cool...the quality of the overall band sound is better than that of last year's concert band. I enjoy sightreading. =] Marching Band is another story. It's really frustrating me. REALLY BAD. I know Britney and John have it worse, but I still don't like how I feel when i'm out there...i miss last year.

This weekend will prove to be another busy one. Saturday is my friend, Bianca's, Quinceañera. Sunday are T of R tryouts. Somehow, i must manage to fit in Chemistry and Art History, some possible English, my quince planning, chores, and maybe some sleep hours...Thankfully no soccer this weekend.

I just fell victim to an April Fools joke last thursday. Lets see, thats 6 months late?? Thanks Clark, you made me laugh at my stupidity.

Things I have to look forward to this week- Band, Homework, Soccer, more homework, endless clarinet practice, a sore thumb, Art History, Dance Practice, Tears, Frustrations, English, Merpeople, wrapping helmets in foil(u know you're jealous), Chemistry study groups, curling irons, burning my skin, soccer practice, conditioning, being let down, note passing, minor scales, getting my toes and fingers painted, more homework, more lecturing from my parents, and some good laughs(I'm sure).

Enjoy your week everyone! =D Tuesday is always better than Monday!

Sorry for having you read this...you can post a comment on how stupid and pointless this blog was....or just delete this link off your computers memory...something like that.

Until Next Time I actually have time-----

--->Marcea<---

Can you repeat that? Please?!

2008-08-08T19:51:00.000-07:00

Well! My internet was down for about a month...but its up and working again. =] After an hour speaking to a computer tech over the phone with a heavy asian accent...I accomplished nothing. Turns out this random firewall was on...impeding our access.

During the last two weeks of July, my family and I went camping at the beach. One week was spent in Santa Barbara at El Capitan State Beach, and the other in San Diego at South Carlsbad State Beach. The first week was filled with friends and family(or at least more that usual at our anual beach trip) In Santa Barbara, an old soccer teammate of mine was camping with her family and brought along some other old teammates of mine...the get together was fun...even though the beach was full of sea weed and tar....The next week in San Diego however was muchhhh better. The beach was nice (and clean), the water was warm, and I got a nice tan! Altogether, it was a very nice trip. =] If you want to see more pictures, there will soon be a new page on my website that will have all of them. Link :: http://www.clarinetfreak101.piczo.com/

(From left to right :: Brielle, Elena, Briana, Marisa)

Ah, band camp ended today. I'm happy and sad. Happy, because it kept me busy and I got to see all my friends, and sad because it's the end of summer. It was a good 5 day work effort. Getting through 10 moves of the show was a nice surprise. I don't think we should rush the learning...but just take time and learn it right. I like my spot in the show, and i'm super duper number 25! (Yes, you all needed to know that) Overall, I'm excited for this years field show, and I think we got off to a good start. =D

Born on July 19th, were 5 little kittens to my sweet cat, Baby Kitty. (ridiculous name...but whatever....) I'm searching for good homes for ALL of them, since my parents are not going to let me keep any. So, if you want a cat, or know someone who does, please please let me know! There are two black and white spotted ones, one that looks the like the mom, one who is black with whiteish stripes, and one who is completely black. =]

Come the first weekend of september, my club soccer team, the Lancaster Rattlers, will play our first game of the 2008 season. After going through 3 coaches since last year, I think our team might just be able to pull it together. I'm not sure what our schedule is, but if you really want to see us fail...i mean play, then let me know, and i'll tell ya!

I've been real busy lately with practicing a dance for my friends quinceañera, that I finally decided I will be having one of my own. =] I'm in a super rush, but I think all will come together very nicely. Of course, now i've got to add school, soccer, and band...but i'll stop complaining for now.

Well, I think i'm done blogging for now, so I'll have to talk to everyone later! We've still got a weekend before the school year starts...woooh! *sarcasm intended* Can't wait to see all your faces there! =]

Until next time I have enough time to sit down and blog,

~Marcea

Happy Canada Day!

2008-07-01T16:03:00.000-07:00

Well, only about a month and a half until school starts up again. wooopeee....

Last Saturday was Priscila's Quinceañera. (Sweet 15). It was really nice to see some people from school that I havn't heard from all summer. The party was great, dancing was fun, and although some of my friends chose not to dance, I think they had fun and I still love them. Priscila looked beautiful, and she definately had a good time. I'm kind of in the middle of wanting a Quinceañera, but i'm not sure....

I thought that since I wasn't taking any summer school, I was going to have a nice, free, open summer. Too bad soccer, training, dance practice, and clarinet has taken that all away. I have every day of my summer assigned to something. =P I feel real bad, because I can't hang out with some of my friends. =[

I guess I should start reading The Life of Pi, but I read the first few pages, and was bored with it already. I hate books that don't grab my attention....

Well, Happy Canada Day everyone! =]

Go speak in your best Canadian accent!

I hope everyone has a wonderful, patriotic 4th of July! GO USA!

~Marc-uh!

"Now the old king is dead! Long live the king!"

2008-06-19T16:44:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, I went to a family reunion for my mom's side of the family. It was a great get-together and the majority of the people were there. It was hosted at my aunts house up in Pinon Hills, and the weather was just perfect. Although i'm not very social with family I don't really know, I had some really good conversations with some great aunts and older cousins. The food was pretty awesome, and i'm sure everyone gained a few pounds. (That's what happens when you have really good cooks in your family) Otherwise, I kicked butt at a game of 'Mexican Horseshoes', found Mrs. Black in a QHHS 1976 yearbook, and got pooped on by a baby cockatiel. I have to say, I had a GREAT time. =D

With all this extra time, i've been baking away in my kitchen. Since we've moved, our new kitchen has given me all the room I've needed to bake. =] I guess I can say my specialty of food is dessert. I made the dessert course for my family reunion, and I brought along some Lamingtons(Pictured at Right), and my family LOVED them! I'm happy that I chose to make these for my Australian Extra Credit in history, because this dessert has become a family favorite! =]

During the last week of school for Hillview, me and Julia went to go visit Mr. Farris and help him organize his music. It was so great! After signing in, we helped him organize while listening to this WIERD movie that I can't even remember the name of.... Then, we took off all the posters and paper off the walls, and climbed on top of lockers to do so. ;] After all that fun work, we sat and talked. We talked about sooo much! I was just mentioning the major hyper-extension of my thumb that Dr. Price noticed when I play the clarinet and then Mr. Farris pulled this clarinet neck strap out of his storage room and gave it to me. {sorry Julia!} So, after a few tries, i've gotten it fit perfectly on my clarinet, and I LOVE it! Towards the end of the school day, a few old trumpet players came in, and it was really nice to see them all. Then after school, we bid our farewell, ate at Carls Jr., and went to Julia's to watch Yours, Mine, and Ours. It was a WONDERFUL day. =D

I believe the Coldplay CD came out just the other day...one of my favorites is their new song, Viva La Vida. =] You should listen to it.

I love this quote::

La vida no se mide por las veces que respiras, si no por los momentos que te dejan sin aliento...

Wow, i've been so bored this summer! I have gone out with friends, but I have to say, I like how occupied school keeps me. I know it't a bit much sometimes, but I like it better than having nothing to do...because during the school year, I ALWAYS have something to do. I'm really looking forward to camping for 2 weeks at the beach and Band Camp, otherwise...lots of sleep and lots of soccer are heading my way!! =]

Yearbooks are great things. I just can't wait, that when i'm older, i'll be able to show my kids what school was like. My aunt found some of her yearbooks for QHHS from about 30 years ago, and it's really funny to look back and see the school along with the students who went there! The school looks a lot like it does today minus all the gum. Oh, and it was a little bit old fashioned, but there was a remodeling of the school in between the time my mom and aunt attended QHHS, from the time now. If you want to see them, I've got the year books from '76, '77, and '78.

This last tuesday, Me, Julia, Priscila, Josh, John, and Sheena went to Denny's to celebrate the Life of Josh. The food was good, I saw Kung Fu Panda for the second time, and we went to Coldstones afterwards. It was really fun, and I think everyone enjoyed the outing. When Julia was taking Priscila and I home, we stopped by Priscila's garden to check out her zucchini, and boy were they HUGE! I can't believe it! Well, Tuesday was a lot of fun, and i'm glad we got together.

Yesterday I learned part of the thriller dance! haha, it was pretty fun, and no, just because I like Thriller doesn't mean I like Michael Jackson...I just like a few songs of his. =D

Well, this post has barely any pics....so here is one!

Jamba Juice is really good! I don't find anything great about the boosts...it never really works...but i'll pretend they do. =D My favourites are the Strawberries Wild and Carribean Passion. =]

Well, i'm off to go finish hydrating myself for Soccer...so talk to everyone later! I hope everyone enjoys this hot summer weather, and uses it to their advantage! (tanning maybe??)

~Marcea

Jueves

2008-06-05T15:32:00.000-07:00

Ah, fourth day of summer vacation and i'm bored out of my mind. At least i've kept a somewhat occupied schedule. I can only imagine how lonely i'll be for the next few weeks while my brother is at summer school for AVID. =[ That means i'm home alone for the next several weeks....

Ah, I've started summer reading for the Pre-IB program, and I have to say I like these selections of books way better than last summers assigned book, Lord of the Flies. I've finished one of the books today, and I plan to finish the other soon. I guess our assignment is to take notes on them, but since I prefer reading through a book and enjoying it, I'm going to read them both again and then take notes. =] I'll have plenty of time this summer to do that.

I'm pretty happy with how my club soccer team is reviving from the hole we were falling into. Although we lost half our team, we have now successfully purged our not-so-good trainer and have found an EXCELLENT one instead. Although our new trainer, Ruben is awesome, he is pretty strict and he likes to make us condition. And boy, does he like conditioning. Our first practice with him (Tuesday) was pretty long. He made us run like 6 miles, and for our out of shape team, that was a lot. Otherwise, I think by August our team will be ready for season, and i'll be in a better shape to try out for the school team. =] (If my school work and band priorities will let me of course)

Well yesterday was pretty fun. I spent almost half the day at Julia's house, and Priscila came over too. After watching two very different movies, Edward Scissorhands and 27 Dresses, playing The Game of LIFE along with some rounds of Jenga, we had an AWESOME time. After Priscila left, me and Julia baked brownies and quizzed each other on 5th grade material, while looking through old yearbooks and listening to Five Iron Frenzy. So ya, it was really fun. =D

I guess I never realized how many Latino friends I had until all of a sudden I get all these Quinceañera invites. Being half Mexican, I was given the decision whether to have a Quinceañera or a Sweet 16. I chose the Sweet 16 instead, because then I can just celebrate it with my twin, Tito. Otherwise, this summer, my brother and I have some parties to go to (and dance in! =D) and I'm really looking forward to them!

Well, I'm going to go hydrate myself for soccer practice! Talk to everyone soon!

~Marcea

That's all folks!

2008-05-30T23:25:00.000-07:00

Woooh! This day seemed LOOOOONG! Not only was it the last day of my freshman year...but it was the graduation for the QHHS seniors! (I saw McQ, Casey, Clark, and Andrew all lining up for a picture, so I couldn't help but whip out my phone to snap a pic) I had to say, with all the graduations i've ever been to...this was the least windiest one. It was a really nice ceremony, eventhough we had to play what felt like hours of Pomp and Circumstance.

I was having a good time when they called out all the names of the graduating seniors...and, instead of listening to all the names (besides band people, or people I knew) I was having a good time with Julia and Priscila. I probably havn't laughed that hard in a while. But come ending time, right before they finished the last diploma...Priscila cracked my fingers, and it made my eyes water.... That only set up the crying I got into when the Band seniors came around to say goodbye. =[ I didn't think I would cry because I only knew them for a year (or less) but it was sad to realize they won't be back....even though i'm sure some of them didn't care.

Well, I can now say i'm DONE being a freshman! I had a little dance today after school. =] This year had its good things...and of course the not so "wanted" things. My parents are in disbelief that i'm going to be a sophmore, and they are already getting nervous. (I wonder how they'll be come my graduation day. But thats 3 years off, I have time to prepare them) Well, I'm not sure what to blog about (of course) and I think i'll bring this post to a close.

I hope everyone has a wonderful summer. I'm going to be camping at the beach for the last two weeks of July, and i'm not participating in any summer school class, so I'm open for anyone who wants to hang out! Call me, or email me if you want =D Marcea_1123@yahoo.com

I wish all the seniors the best of luck in college, or wherever they're going to pursue their life.... Good luck, it was a pleasure to know all of you. =D Don't ever change (HAH, just kidding!) You should change, Speed gave a good speech about that. ;]

Well, Good Night everyone! I'll be up early tomorrow for.....SOCCER! hahah fun!
...But come Monday....oh the wonderful sleep i'll be getting!!!!! =D

~Marcea

Had I known How to Save a Life....

2008-05-26T00:07:00.000-07:00

Wow! It's been a while since i've posted! I really can't believe it's already May! It feels like just yesterday that it was my first day of HIGHSCHOOL! Well, I'm pretty glad its over....i'm tired of being a freshman. I will miss some of the seniors, and I do wish the best for them in the future.

I've officially decided what my schedule is going to be next year....I've gotten so many different opinions on my list of classes! I'm not sure what is going to happen! I'm taking-

English 10/Pre-IB
Pre-IBAlgebra 2/Trig Honors
AP Chemistry
AP Art History <---I'm scared!
Symphonic Band
Spanish 2/ Pre- IB

I've heard it is quite a bit of work to be taking Chemistry and Algebra 2, but I think I can handle it. Oh, and since I joined Art History, it doesn't look like i'll have a life next year. It looks like a great class, and I definately want to take it before I have to worry about the real IB program in Junior and Senior year. Instead of Art History, I was going to take AP Euro...but because of my lack of interest in history[[European]] I decided to switch over.

Well, a few weeks ago in Spanish, we got to make salsa! (In honor of Cinco de mayo) Every year, Senora Rocca has an end of the year salsa making day. haha. We got to make it with a mocahete (sp?) and it was really fun! Being Mexican, I should know how to spell it...considering we have one. Although it wasn't the correct type of salsa you make with mocahetes...our salsa was pretty good. =D Thanks a lot to Cierra, Julia, Allison (Kemper), and Alyson (Santa) for making salsa in our cool group!

Wow, end of the year. Hard to believe. Only 4 more days left, and all of them being reduced days. I still need tons of signatures for my yearbook...the teachers have had a pretty strict rule on not having those out in class unfortunately. I'm really not sure what i'm going to blog about....so hmmmmmmmm.

This summer I'm some what looking forward to. I would have been taking a class at the college, but i'm going to camp at the beach for two weeks in Santa Barbara. Every summer my family goes, and we get to camp on the coastal bluff. It's really nice! And every time I come back waaaaaay tan! =] (I really need it!) I'm also planning to sleep a whole bunch...I don't care how much of my summer I waste....I LIKE SLEEP. Besides, I'm not sure how much i'll get with my schedule next year. I guess the rest of the time will be spent hanging out with my friends and finding busy stuff I can keep myself occupied with. Then of course...band camp...which I'm kinda looking forward to, and then not....

Friday was our final project for World History IB. Me, Kevin, Cierra, and Raemeon were to pick a country and do a report on it. We thought....what better country to do but Australia!? Being the cultural expert on this assignment, I had a rather good time putting together my portion of the powerpoint! And, for the extra credit, Cierra brought in a didgeridoo and some boomerangs. <--They were real! Cierra and I also painted ourselves like the Australian Aborigine...which was pretty awesome. =]
Well, I hope everyone has a wonderful last week of school! I'm pretty excited to see how the Band Banquet and Graduation goes. It's my first year, so I'm not sure how things are run! Have a wonderful Memorial Day, and a nice summer! Until Next Time....

~Marcea

[[Please Don't Feed the Animals]]

2008-04-14T17:00:00.000-07:00

Quise ir, pero puedo no a causa de los monos de physco.

Well, this Monday is just swell. The weather was nice, the band returned from a fantastic trip to Chicago, and block scheduling was somewhat tolerable today! =] I'm procastinating on doing my History packet, but it's what I do. Last history timeline, I waited until the night before, and was up 'til 3 in the morning. But hey, I ended up getting a 30/30 on it anyway, so I guess it was worth it.

The Friday before last was fun. After school I went to a track meet held at our school. I got to visit an old friend who goes to Paraclete, and I got to see a whole bunch of people run and fling themselves over poles. =] Afterwards, I went to the movies with John, Josh, Sheena, and Julia to see 21. It was a great movie (Except the not needed scenes....) The whole concept of counting cards in the game of 21 is really neat.[Winner, Winner! Chicken Dinner!] hahah When the movie finished, we all headed to In 'N Out, grabbed a bite to eat, and called it a night.

I'm glad that everyone has returned safely from Chicago. It sounds like they all had a great time. I wish I could have gone, but I still have 3 more oppurtunities. I've looked at some of the cool pictures, and heard so many stories, it sounds like it really was FUN.

W O U L D Y O U L I K E I T I F I W R O T E L I K E T H I S? Or HoWaBoUt LiKe ThIs? M@YB3 With @!! TH3S3 SyMbos....?? <----Can U even read that?? How about talking in IMs? R U goin 2 b here 4 da hw EC in prd 4 2day?(lol, rotfl, btw, ??, g2g, ttyl, brb, h/o) It's yet amazing how much you can cut down the english language to fit into emails, texts, blogs, etc. I would certainly hope people don't write (Such as in school work) like this!!! What's your opinion?

Yes, that means it's your turn to walk. ; ]

Well, I should go complete my History packet. There are only 18 more days of Block Scheduling! WOOH. haha. I hope everyone enjoys their week...the weather is nice at least! See ya around~

Marcea

The Peak of the Night

2008-03-30T01:18:00.000-07:00

Well, I'm really not that tired, being as I slept in for the first time in a few weeks. I've now watched two movies in the past 24 hours.

This week definately went by fast. When we return on monday, it will only be 2 months until the school year will have finally ended. I'm disappointed, but i'm also very happy that i'm another year closer to graduating. I can't believe time is flying by so fast.

I just finished watching Atonement, a very good movie according to the critics. I approved of it, sort of.... It was a rather confusing, since the plot was jumping around so quickly with the time. Oh, and at about 5 minutes into the movie, we had to add the subtitles on because the british accents were so thick, we couldn't understand them. It was pretty nice having taken World History this year, simply because some of the story was about WWII, and there were details one had to know in order to understand the movie...so I thank Mr. Manthey for that. Overall I think it was a rather good story plot, minus the sexual scenes, which were unfortunately necessary. I don't think it was as harsh as a rated R movie, maybe a PG-13, but i'm nobody to judge the criteria in which movies are rated off of. But seriously, it's a good movie, go see it. =]

The other movie I saw was Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns. It was such a funny movie! I was laughing the whole entire time! There are a few scenes which really jerked the tears, but I was strong. haha. If you seriously want a good laugh, I definately recommend you see that movie. It was pretty funny...when I went with Priscila to see this in the theatres, there were people who made comments out loud during the movie. It was dumb, but funny, because it was what EVERYONE was thinking. It's definately a movie that will give you a good laugh. =D

Wow, seeing as it is now 1:30 in the morning, I shall be heading off to bed soon. I'm not really looking forward to tomorrow, or next week.... I have to complete a Cold War history project, and a Romeo and Juliet project also. Not to mention State Cup for my soccer team next weekend! Well, I should get off, I hope everyone enjoys their sunday!
Good night, or rather, Good Morning!

~Marcea

Wonderful, Welcoming, Windy Wednesday

2008-03-26T14:16:00.000-07:00

I love alliteration. I'm not sure why. It's pretty fun to come up with those types of sentences!

Well, I can agree that today is windy. But i'm a little hesitant to say today was welcoming. I guess the fact that it was a flex day at school made it easier to get up in the morning. The wonderful...i'm not sure about. I just love using alliteration. =D

Ah. I can't say that i'm excited to be back at school...but i'm not completely dreading it. This month is pretty uneventful for any school activities....I'm excited for all the people going to Chicago, it sounds like they'll have a grand time. After March is over, school will end in 2 months! I can't believe this year went so fast! I'm going to definately miss some of the seniors though. =[

So how was everyones spring break? Mine was very busy! It was probably the most i've ever done on a school vacation. I spent a lot of time hanging out with my friends, a day of bowling, and a few visits with some old pals. Oh, and I also watched the movie College Road Trip with my friend Bianca. It was pretty funny considering the actor in that movie reminded us of her over-protective dad. I recommend you see that movie. =D

I'm so excited! Tonight is clarinet choir. In that class we actually get to play exciting, and somewhat challenging music. And the fact that we don't have to deal with other instrumentalists who don't act maturely or put any effort into the music is wonderful! *cough cough* concert band trumpets.... *cough cough* Hah. I shouldn't say that, but i'm tired of being stuck with them in Concert Band....Julia and I both agree that we need new music in that class too!

Ah, this post seems to drag on, so i'll probably end it soon. ooh. Here is a picture of our(Me, Julia, Kira) Kiwis we drew faces on! Haha, it's pretty funny to draw on fruit, considering we've now accomplished drawing on cantaloupes, pineapples, kiwis, and tangerines. Next time we might be heading for grapes or bananas. It's rather sad we don't eat them, and just waste them...but wouldn't you like to walk into your kitchen, and have a cantaloupe smiling at you??

Well, I should go do something constructive. ehh... it's wednesday, I'm going to be laid back and maybe i'll throw a few minutes of sleep in there! Ohh! I'm watching Mexico play a soccer game against Ghana, so i'd better go support them! They rock! =D

Talk to everyone later! I hope you enjoy the rest of this week! =]

~Marcea

Vacaciones de Primavera

2008-03-17T14:29:00.000-07:00

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Hah, Wow! I'm sure glad spring break is here. I really do enjoy sleeping in, and not having to worry about fitting in homework with clarinet and soccer practice. But my break didn't start until Saturday night.

Well, on Saturday, Solo/Ensemble Festival took place. It was my fourth time attending this, so it wasn't anything new. I participated in 2 ensembles, and we recieved superior ratings for both. The first was a trio with my friends Julia and Melissa. The second ensemble was a clarinet nonet. We recieved a rating of superior, along with a command performance. I have to say i'm glad it's all over, but i'm also sad because it was so fun! I'm so glad I got to watch some of the other performances take place such as Clark, John, Josh, and Sheena's solos/ensembles. All of them were very enojoyable. Afterwards, Julia and I were invited to Sheena's house along with Josh and John. It was really fun, and i'm sure we did some damage to our eyes from watching John and Sheena battle expert on Guitar Hero. But i'm glad we went, and it was a good way to tie up the eventful Saturday.

I have to say that i'm pretty happy with how things are going around school. Benchmark testing is almost over, and I'm satisfied with my third quarter grades. Now I guess I can really relax. This week i'm looking forward to sleep, clarinet choir, more sleep, and a possibility of playing the new Mario Brothers Brawl at Kevin's house. Maybe there will be a day when I can get some friends together and do something. That would be fun.

Although i'm not Irish, I feel like I need to have a little more spirit. I think maybe i'll go bake some cookies and turn them green! Well, I should get going...

I hope everyone has a GREAT spring break, and that everyone has a fun, green St. Patrick's Day!

~Marcea

Sunny Night

2008-03-08T23:54:00.000-08:00

Ah. I love this hour. =]

Hmm, this week was fun! (I'm not being sarcastic) It was filled with band and test.......ya, I was kidding about not being sarcastic. Except, the band part was fun, but not the tests....

On Thursday, there was festival at Littlerock High....And frankly, I was a little disappointed with our performance....Symphonic Band did a SPECTACULAR job though. Concert Band, however only got an excellent for performance, and a superior for sightreading. An excellent is alright, but I knew our band could have done so much better....uggh, but i'm not perfect either.... I felt bad for my negativity that day....I just wish we could have "lived up to Symphonic Band's achievement"

The clinic and sightreading took place on the stage too...which was alright, because only Mr. Corlew and some other person was watching us do that....The judge who worked with us for the clinic was physco, she helped, but she scared me. If McQuilkin directed like that every day, then I would probably go insane.... The sightreading judge was pretty cool...except the fact that all the people in the front row were showered by his spit..... Well, overall, I really enjoyed it, and it reminded me of Forum Festival in middle school. (Hillview got gold!) Anyway, It was a fun experience, and i'm looking forward to next year.

Today was pretty eventful too. I woke up, and had poptarts! Woooh! haha...anyway...There was our last parade for the 07-08 year, The Almond Blossom Parade. It was kind of sad because a lot of people were missing, but it still was pretty fun. It was kind of hilarious that no one really remembered the march and all...and then Mr. McQuilkin told us we were playing Fantasmic too...AHH! I'm surprised I remembered. It was a cool parade, short, and really close to my house, I don't even know why we drove. After the parade, my mom and I enjoyed a nice stroll through the craft stands at the Almond Blossom Festival. It was pretty cool, except for the fact I was in my uniform, and I ended up getting a sore on the back of my heel from my marching shoes....oh, and the fact that all these creepy random people started talking to me about the parade. Hah, but I did convince one girl to join marching band next year at QHHS...that made me happy, especially because she was a clarinet player.

Well, I'm getting yelled at for being on the computer this late...and I do have to wake up tomorrow and go to Julia's to practice the trio with Missy. I just finished playing my clarinet from 10:30 to 12:00ish...because I didn't use my tape, my lip is totally cut up and hurt =[ ooh! daylight savings!! =]

Haha, well, see everyone later!
Good Night!/iBuenos Noches!
~Marcea

Monday/Lunes/Lundi = UGLY

2008-03-03T21:51:00.000-08:00

Ah. The end of monday has finally come. Well, I can say, it wasn't a very enjoyable monday. But when is monday ever enjoyable?

I'm a bit frustrated right now, I'm trying to burn a copy of I-Empire from Angels and Airwaves onto my iTunes, but of course, it's not working. My blog won't let me change my display picture either. But hey, I shouldn't sweat the small stuff.

I'm pretty excited for Solo/Ensemble, however, I don't feel so confident with our clarinet trio...it's not all the way together, and i'm starting to freak. Monochrome however sounds pretty good. I think once we speed up the 16th notes we can call it done. idk. i'm only a freshman.

I'm tired, but bored. I don't want to go to bed =P Hah, waaaaay to much to think about. I'm probably gonna just babble, and say random stuff. I came on here to post on my blog, but once again i've forgotten what I was going to say.

I've always wondered about people who test jelly bean flavors for a job. I don't know if it is one, but i'd be pretty interesting. The Harry Potter jelly beans are pretty...unique....They have all those flavors (vomit, spaghetti, grass,etc.) I don't know if you have ever tried one, or if you want to, but the flavors are pretty close to the real thing. =P Gross.

Ahh, seeing as I have nothing to do, or post, I should just get to bed. I don't know why I'm up now, I should be sleeping. Well...I think it's good night for now! I hope everyone has a GREAT week, although i'm not to sure mine will be anything great....

Good Night!
~Marcea

Utterly Peanut Buttery

2008-02-22T20:30:00.000-08:00

hah. Well, I just had a good laugh, which lifted me into a pretty cheery mood!

Wow, this week seemed to fly right by...and this month especially! Soon I will no longer be a freshman (Yes!) haha. Today was pretty busy. I got to get out of school two periods early, and head to LAX and pick up my long lost friend who moved to Illinois and is now back. =] It was pretty good considering there was no traffic heading down, but coming up, that was a different story. At least I got to take a nap on the way back, it's been so long, and I was sooooo refreshed!!! Except, I woke up to loud and annoying honks....We were in this tunnel-like thing, and people were just blasting their horns...it wasn't very pleasant.

Well, so as i'm aware of, I believe it's Clark's birthday! soo Happy Birthday Clark! If i'm wrong, i'm terribly sorry! I don't have a great memory.

Hmm, I'm disappointed it isn't another three-day weekend...but it's alright. I have yet again procastinated, and will have to do LOTS of work. I really want to practice my instrument too though! I've felt like this week i've neglected it... =[

Well, I always have the urge to go post a blog, and then I forget what I was going to say...grrr. I think I shall be heading off soon, for some reason the computer isn't so entertaining right now....hmmm maybe i'll update my site and get off. Oh, if you have AIM, and don't have my screen name, then hit me up!

Talk to everyone later!! I hope you have a nice, safe, and fun weekend!! Oh, and good luck to Casey and Clark who are performing with the All-State band! I wish I could watch the concert, but 4 hours...ya...not very appealing to my mom.

~*Marcea*~

Albino Black Sheep

2008-02-15T22:39:00.000-08:00

Woooooo i'm glad the week is over! Thankfully, another 3-day weekend. This time i'll be well enough to enjoy it though!! Well, I just wanted to wish everyone a late Happy Valentines Day. It was defianately fun to hand out valentines! (no, i don't consider it kiddish =p ) I hope everyone liked it!

Yay! I'm excited for Solo/Ensemble this year. I can't wait to rehearse the trio with my friends some more. The song will be very beautiful once we put it all together. Oh, and monochrome III. wow. I love that song! So ugly, but in a good way! The first rehearsal sounded pretty good, but at the next one i'll shut up....ugggh i'm so stupid...i blab waay to much. =[

Haha yesterday at PE charlie came up with a dramatic PE picture, except for, Laura was the poser. Haha. Ya, this is what band PE does to you... Seriously though, I hate wasting my time out there =p

Welllllllllllllll....i'm off to go do something...idk. I played hours of guitar hero today, so my eyes are probably ruined, and it probably doesn't help matters that i'm on the computer....hmmm, i think i'll go watch George Lopez. That show is pretty funny!

=[ i'm kind of bummed right now. I'm tired of being soooo stereotyped as a freshman... I think if you're too serious in life, then you're never going to have fun...but that doesn't mean be immature.....well...thats my parting thought for tonight...

I hope everyone has a wonderful three day weekend!

~Marcea

I'm Sick =P

2008-02-09T09:51:00.000-08:00

Wow! I havn't added a post since December!! Hah, I never have any time to go on this anymore. I'm usuallly on my piczo website though. You should check it out! Its....www.clarinetfreak101.piczo.com Hah, then you can go on all my friends too! =]

Well, if the title doesn't give it away already...i'm sick. Very sick. I can't sleep anymore, so I figure I can waste time on the computer. It started to hit me on wednesday afternoon. After that, it's just gotten worse. I couldn't miss the last two days of school, simply because I had some tests and I HATE make-up work. So if this doesn't get better by Tuesday, (Which I hope it does) I won't be at school.

But enough about complaining...Yesterday was pretty fun. The weather was nice, and it wasn't a dramatic, or frustrating day. After school I went over to Julia's house and practiced a trio with her and our other friend Melissa from Paraclete. It was pretty good, but we still need to work on it quite a bit. Then after Missy left, me and Julia worked on Monochrome III. I'm glad we worked together, its much more fun that way. After that, it was pretty late and we were just talking...then I told her my throat hurt.... But that wasn't a good idea because she told me there was this thing I could take called "apple cider vinegar". Ewww. It kind of helped, but it was the nastiest thing i've ever drank. So after I took that, I had milk to wash the flavor away.... and not til later that night, did my mom tell me milk curdled in vinegar.............EWW! But I thank her for the effort...

Well, I'm not sure what to post, sooooo I think this is the end of it! Have a nice three day weekend everyone!!! =]

<3 Marcea

First Post!

2007-12-13T15:35:00.000-08:00

WOW! Finally, here is my first post. =D
Hah, well, idk if anyone really cares, but i'm a freshman @ QHHS
My schedule....

P1 Manthey- World History
P2 Hutchison- Biology
P3 Black-Erkkila- English
P4 Degnan- Geometry
P5 McQuilkin- Concert Band
P6 Ostler- Spanish 1
P7 McQuilkin- Marching Band/ PE Drill

Personally, I like my schedule.....but it will soon change due to the fact i'm not in Ostler's
spanish class anymore....YES! ( somehow, just somehow, i got out. i don't learn anything
in there! ) Well, coming 2nd semester, it will be different...

Right now i'm just kind of being a bum on the computer..... today is actually a day I don't have
to do anything!! =D

Well, today is my "band father" John's Birthday! Haha I hope he has a good one. The band party
today was perfect for celebrating! It was fun, but it just kind of died out, like super fast.

I'm kinda bummed about District Honor Band. Trying out was a GREAT but a nerve racking experience.
Although me and my other freshman friend didn't make it, I heard we didn't do too bad....
I think it was the sight reading that knocked me down, I'm horrible at that! >.<
But I'm super duper glad for all my friends who made it! QHHS rocks!

Well, I guess i'm off to go cruise the web, update my website maybe, and clean house........
woooopppeeee.

Until Next Time....
~*Marcea*~