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gatorbuoy @ 2008-05-10T12:02:00

2008-05-10T19:08:13Z

First thing's first.

I've been accepted into JV Jazz Band for next year. I didn't even have to audition. :D

I have recorded a total of 49 songs from various Nintendo games, most of them come from Brawl, but I've got some from Rune Factory and Kirby and such. Just from Nintendo games. I intend to get to fifty by the end of today.

I put together 2 of the seven boxes at Sonoma Mountain for Rudger's Eagle Project.

I found out the Jazz Band is playing at the Eastside Band Festival as a separate group. I'll be leading them.

Progress in the back yard has been made. We've drilled the holes and, hopefully, will be pouring cement this coming Saturday.

Okay. I'm hungry.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-04-19T22:24:00

2008-04-20T05:23:44Z

I'm in bed now and am tired. Got some stuff done including gaining progress on the future deck in our backyard. Now I'm bazosted. Good night.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-04-06T20:56:00

2008-04-07T04:00:29Z

Not too much has happened.

I was ordained a teacher last Sunday. :D

We've had practice all last week and a meet on Thursday for Track.

I've been attempting to record some songs on games from the Wii. We'll just say that that is still in progress.

So... yeah.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-03-20T20:46:00

2008-03-21T04:02:02Z

I'm going blank. So many things happened today. Or didn't.

This may sound corny, but bear with me. These are just my observations.

-When I was asked on Tuesday to play a rhythm in band, I couldn't quite get it down. I looked later at the accents above it though and quickly was able to get it down yesterday, after band. Pete (this is a guy that Beis actually took lessons from and is coming down to our school to help us out) warmed up with just me. I got the feeling Mr. K was doing this because he thought the sound wouldn't change since Tuesday, even though I had practiced, by Pete's surprised voice on how well I was able to do it and by the expression I got from Mr. K when he heard it. And Mr. K said I did excellent on the sight reading selection today since I was the only trumpet while the other two were working with Pete.
-Was actually asked by Pete if I was interested in taking lessons from him, which is curious because I've heard from multiple people that he didn't like working with young people because they were not quite as mature as high school students. This was startling. I felt quite proud.
-Got the Cornell Notes that I was supposed to get on Tuesday, but had to leave early for our Track Meet. Rushed to finish them during lunch. Mr. Eklund was joking around that "a good student would have come the day after the meet and done them for homework". I wanted to say "a better student would admit and fix that error that he made and would try to make it up before lunch", but I didn't think to. Besides, he was only joking.
-Went to Track and we got our results from the last two track meets. No ribbons yet, but hopefully some will come my direction in the future.
-Got a job to watch a friend's dog while he goes out to Utah until Monday evening.
-Went to this school event called "Ravenous Readers" to get my book project out of the way. I think it was perhaps the lamest thing I've ever been to, and I've been to some pretty lame things.

Well, this list will continue, but morning basketball is tomorrow. And so, adieu.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-03-12T19:35:00

2008-03-13T02:36:41Z

One and a half mile time-

12:41=B

Grrrr...

gatorbuoy @ 2008-03-11T20:53:00

2008-03-12T03:56:54Z

Life's been rough recently.

Not only is balancing time an issue now... I'm getting more and more discouraged as people attempt to mess around in my schedule or get angry because I'm not able to promise anything now.

But then, life's never been better. Sometimes, it feels nice to have events actually going on in your life.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-03-07T17:59:00

2008-03-08T02:01:05Z

Well, I rolled my ankle today during P.E. whilst playing Lacrosse. I had to sit out for Track. I can only hope that I can run in the Meet on Thursday...

Ugh... not in the mood to do any more...

gatorbuoy @ 2008-03-04T21:13:00

2008-03-05T05:24:11Z

Today has gone well.

I've been rather stressed out the last few days, but today was nice to just let me know that just because you had a bad day yesterday does not mean it will the next. This whole schedule thing is leaving me barely any time to get homework done, and with all sorts of projects, jazz band, track, scouts, school, regular homework, regular band... it's starting to take it's toll. But it seems that it is getting better.

First of all, my endurance to be able to withstand track has already changed dramatically since I first started last week. When we do our five minutes warm up jog, I'm not gasping for air at the end. And it didn't just change from one day to the next, but it's been getting exceptionally easier as the days pass by. And part of it may be because of my enthusiasm; you come in thinking it's going to be lame, then guess what? 99% of the time, it'll be lame! I've also tried to apply this to others areas of my life, but it's helped with this one particularly.

Anyways, I may be a tad bit behind on homework, but as soon as I shift things back into gear, I'll be right back to where I used to be... hopefully.

My productivity level has also changed. I still go on the computer and IM whilst doing homework at the same time, but I feel part of a team like I did with Soccer. It's like, something was taken away from me when I quit that and now, all of a sudden, it's back. As corny as that may seem, it's true. And, it feels nice to be able to use that time in Track to my advantage for P.E.

Unfortunately, the potentiality that I used to see in Jazz Band is just not there anymore. It's fun and great to go to... once a week now. Practice after practice for Wednesdays are being cancelled leaving me with only one day to practice with the band each week. And, as much as I hate to say it, it isn't fun anymore. But who knows... maybe it'll change.

Anyways, it's too much to explain in just one entry and it's late. I'm going to bed.

Today's Track Quote

2008-03-05T01:45:38Z

What is pain?

French bread!!!-Remember The Titans, 2000

gatorbuoy @ 2008-02-27T21:30:00

2008-02-28T05:39:07Z

So today's been an interesting day. I can't type for long, but I think that I need to.

To start off, I am in my room right now on my Wii and I'm liking the set up that I have with it regarding internet usage with regard to homework, IM, and LJ. Yes, I found out a service that allows me to IM from my Wii (and you don't have to download it!!) over the web. And, now that I've moved it, I'm getting a lot faster connection. But the best part has got to be setting this up to my new massive Pioneer speakers that Grandpa gave to me (I really need to get some pictures of these beasts... they're massive...). Anyway...

The Brass Quintet goes well. I just found out today that not only am I counting us off and cutting ourselves off, but I'm also announcing the piece and everybody's names and instruments. I wanted to tell Mr. K, You couldn't have told me this earlier, could you?, but I think this will be a growing experience and I hope good will come out of it.

I think today I decided to take the Honors Science test for next year; not necessairely to take the class, but to see if I can get in.

Hmmm... that's about it. No Jazz Band this entire week for me. Monday, the power was out at the school, today as cancelled because of a meeting all the teachers had to go to (same for Track) and we've cancelled Friday practices at least until Track is over. Kinda nice.

Well, bed calls. Oh wait. I'm on my bed.

My Ten Top Things That Bug Me About Others/Myself

2008-02-26T00:57:46Z

10. People that constantly tap their pencil/pen on the borderline of my desk and theirs.
9. People that constantly fret about not passing a test to the point where they are eating me. Literally.
8. People that wear shorts and short sleeve shirts with no though of bringing a jacket when it is Winter (morning basketball is an exception, however).
7. People that listen to rap.
6. People pretending to be sick for something (hmmm... how about a chair challenge in band???) when it's obvious they aren't.
5. Me not being capable of something that others can do.
4. People that constantly brag about "stuffing" someone in basketball or making a half court shot 1 out of, like, 1,000,000 tries.
3. Me being the last to finish, whether that be a test, homework, music, or something else.
2. Boys that drop down their jeans (sagging, is apparently the term used) and let their boxers hang out. I always smile when I hear a yard duty tell someone to "pull up their pants".
1. Me being anxious about something to the point where I back out.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-02-24T15:19:00

2008-02-24T23:20:24Z

Rhidonkulous should be a spell in Harry Potter. I'd hazard a guess it has no Latin meaning or whatever, but still. xD

gatorbuoy @ 2008-02-15T06:27:00

2008-02-15T14:28:18Z

Smokey is such a stalker.

That is all.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-02-07T20:52:00

2008-02-08T04:53:42Z

Oh, the wonders of going to SoMo's talent show and me using my mother's camera...

gatorbuoy @ 2008-02-07T20:46:00

2008-02-08T04:46:53Z

Mitt Romney has officially pulled out of the race.

I figured this would happen, but I'm rather disappointed.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-02-06T20:24:00

2008-02-07T04:28:31Z

So a lot has happened in the past week.

Had our mile test in P.E this past week. That was fine, although I was sick so I actually lost time. *sigh* Wish I could make that up, but can't. Oh, well.

Had out push up test. I've vastly improved on that. :)

Have fallen behind on my BOM reading. Have to catch up soon.

Have had a lot of homework, but I have most of it done. Just a bit of make up from math. Nothing too big.

I haven't been sleeping well at all recently so instead of forcing that upon myself even more, I'm going to hit the sack at 8:28 instead of 9:40ish. Good night.

Breakfast

2008-02-04T15:35:05Z

I, grumpily, went to get some breakfast today with my hair still wet and being half-asleep. I started to untie the twistie around the bagels only to find chew marks on the ends of both sides of the last bagel that were shaped closely together. I looked at Smokey; he looked at me. Then he scampered away.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-02-01T22:17:00

2008-02-02T06:28:20Z

Ugh... Been out of school this past week. Thank goodness yesterday and today were holidays for us.

I haven't had much time to record my thoughts of what's happened this past week. So I'll spill it out here.

President Hinckley's death has, obviously, taken place. I think, though, that as sad as we are, he is definitely happier and he would want us to be as well. It has been obvious that the past few General Conferences has shown him to be very weak and not as lively as he once was with regards to his energy level.

But it's an odd feeling. This is the first time in my life where the death of a president of the church has created mixed feelings in me. The transition (if President Monson is to take over) will be quite dramatic; not in the level of faith of the two, but rather the way the two accomplish a task. I enjoy President Monson's witty humor and love his parables told at the General Priesthood Session of General Conference. I think he would be an excellent President, not that I make that decision, but if he were called into such a position that he would do well.

Ugh... I've taken so much cold medicine that I'm already drowsy. I guess that means that this entry is going to come to a screeching halt and be continued later.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-01-25T20:39:00

2008-01-26T04:39:46Z

Tomorrow's our Jazz CMEA. We'll see how that goes.

I'm not really in the mood to type anything else right now...

gatorbuoy @ 2008-01-24T18:53:00

2008-01-25T02:54:01Z

Brisingr goes on sale 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, September 20, 2008!!!

gatorbuoy @ 2008-01-21T10:51:00

2008-01-21T18:52:21Z

Pffffffftttttttt.

I have Jazz tonight.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-01-19T21:41:00

2008-01-20T05:42:33Z

Honor Band is officially over.

I'm going to bed now.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-01-19T07:27:00

2008-01-19T15:29:22Z

I leave in thirty minutes to get a ride up to go on back to Honor Band.

That is all.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-01-17T14:19:00

2008-01-17T22:23:20Z

Right now I'm at the apple store in Corte madera on the iPod touch. I officially want one. Time to go see what else they got here.

gatorbuoy @ 2008-01-16T17:11:00

2008-01-17T01:32:00Z

English: Grading Period-A; Semester-A
Band Adv: Grading Period-A; Semester-A
US History: Grading Period-A-; Semester-A
Algebra 1: Grading Period-A-; Semester-A-
Physical Science: Grading Period-A; Semester-A
P.E: Grading Period-A-; Semester-A

Got some very good comments, which is saying a lot considering they are limited in what they can say.

I get the feeling the Mr. Eklund was playing a big part behind my nomination for Student Of The Month back in November, which is rather ironic, for me at least.

Back when we left for Utah to take beisbeis to college, he was the only teacher that seemed to give me a rough time about "not telling him earlier", but we only had one A day since then. And the only thing that got me to like him was my grade for my Powerpoint, which was a straight A+. And even then, I wasn't sure if I liked him then. He was cool, but I wasn't sure if that was a good thing.

He made a very cool comment when I was telling his student teacher that I was going to be missing Thursday when he overheard that I was going to be gone because gigiss and I would be going to MacWorld all day. And I have decided that I officially like him. :-)

Haha. Who could forget Mr. K's comment either...? He started to panic when I said I was going to be gone all day on Thursday. He thought I was going to be gone for Friday and Saturday as well since it is the Honor Band. And when I confirmed that was false, I almost started cracking up. His expression completely changed.

I saw Mr. Stanley on the way to Jazz. He nodded a hello (and a smile with it!), even though I'm not in his class. He's very humorous and very funny unless you're in trouble (which...er... has happened to me... before...). I can't say if I completely like him yet, though.

I saw Ms. Toal walking her dog after Jazz. That was very amusing. She's really cool.

Had Jazz. What can I say? It goes well and I think that, after a very good discussion with mom, I am going to continue taking band next year. I can't say anything more than that because I don't even know for myself.

P.E. goes well. Partner Dance is the unit and it's actually been enjoyable. We'll see how it goes for Friday.

And time to get ready for Macworld (HAVE YOU SEEN THE NEW MACBOOKS?!?!?!)