It's not the end, it's just the beginning (aka the stupidest saying ever; it can't be both so just friggin choose one)

I made it! I survived JUNIOR YEAR! Hallelujah. Still alive and blogging is truly a feat in itself. I went into this year knowing that it'd be terrible and sleepless, and nine months later, I survived with junior humanities, honors chem, PSAT, SATs, two terms of Calculus, and hopefully some life knowledge (nahh) under my belt. *Deeeeeeep breath* I never want to speak of junior year ever again. What I do want to mention is something in my mythology class, taught by Mrs. McElliott, who ended up being my favorite teacher. Throughout the semester of mythology, the class was actually experiencing a polis simulation. I was part of the DOMINATING polis of Sparta and ended up with the coveted title of "hero." As a hero, one is guaranteed much fame and an epithet. I'm here to complain that my epithet was, "Jenna the Word-Weaver" and I have absolutely no idea why (if I ever find out, I'll be sure to post). Seriously, the "word-weaver" doesn't even sound fierce or intimidating. Ahhhh, oh well. 

The Lakers beat the Orlando Magic 4 games to 1 to become the 2009 NBA champs which was really nice to see. It was quite enjoyable to prod some of those die-hard Blazer fans who gave me a hard time throughout the year (haha, shout out to Mrs. Burleson). 

Anyways, I have some more insightful thoughts on graduation and next year (dun dun dunn) for another post on another day (early morning), but I'm leaving for music camp (YMA) tomorrow. I'll be gone for 2 ish weeks, but expect a nice, hefty post on that. 

Lakers (soon to be NBA champs of the 08-09 season)

Yesterday was the pivotal game 4 of a difficult Lakers vs. Magic series (series at Lakers-2, Magic-1). The Lakers, coming back from their game 3 loss, seemed determined to keep their streak of comebacks after losses alive. Both teams seemed to play fairly well and motivated. The game was extremely frustrating and terribly called. The following stat supplied by an nba analyst on espn.com, over a 16:53 stretch from teh fourth quarter until the last three seconds of overtime, Orlando attempted 18 free throws and L.A. attempted zero. Zero!!! It was difficult to watch, but the Lakers continued to tighten up their defensive rotations to be able to come back, even with the odds against them. 

I'll never forget the last possession of regulation. The Lakers done by 3 with 11 seconds remaining, taking the ball out from the far end of the court. The Magic probably have about 3 defenders on Kobe who sings the ball up to a teammate who kicks it to Derek Fisher who steps comfortably into a 3, poorly guarded by Jameer Nelson of the Magic. It was amazing. After being criticized for his off play, and after missing his previous 5 three-pointers, Derek Fisher shows his true determination and belief.

explosion

Because I must also record those times that suck.

Clearly, it's been a long time since I've posted which either means one of two things. (1) I've decided to quit blogging. (2) I've actually been quite entertained, aka swamped.

Luckily it's numero dos.

As school is gearing up to let us all free for three months, all teachers (yes, all. inclusive) are assigning big projects/tests that are due in an unreasonable amount of time coming up very very shortly. Tomorrow I have a violin lesson (that I haven't really prepared quite well for. which tends to be a regular occurrence this year) and quartet practice (for who knows how long). Also, a little bit of background for this recent addition to the list- I was elected honors society VP (how hard could it be? little did i know...). Thursday and Friday morning as well as Friday evening I have to attend graduation/practice to lead the graduating seniors into the stadium with the honors society president. Allergies are going to destroy me. Thursday night, the quartet is playing from 6:30 to 8:00 for "Meals On Wheels." We've had this job forever, and no one noticed that it was this Thursday until yesterday. Good thing we never practice. *cough*. Also on Friday (along with graduation) I have to interview someone who was born prior to 1950 who has historical insight on different events around the sixties. I chose to interview my violin teacher, Prof. Daniel Rouslin at Willamette; I will be interviewing him on Friday. I'm quite excited to see how this turns out. On Saturday, I'm taking the SAT again. no comment. Then I have approximately 3 papers/essays to write by Monday. YESSSSSS.

But I CAN smell the end to this ridiculously hectic, unmerciful, but learning junior year. I guess you, and I use "you" loosely here...because my blog is still undiscovered (which I'm still sort of comfortable with), can expect more blogs during the summer.

Toodles for now, as I return to slaving away.