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Saturday, February 17th, 2007
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11:32 am - Hey! I'm alive...
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| Friday, September 15th, 2006
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5:05 pm - Last night at the bus stop
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there was a girl with two snakes around her neck and arm. That's right, two live snakes. She proceeded to pet and caress them while mummuring things. At one point I think I heard, "It's ok, you won't have to go back in there yet." I'm assuming she was refering to her backback where she put them for the bus ride. If that wasn't strange enough, on that same stretch of ten minutes I witnessed a guy make and light up a joint in the little terminal. Despite the humor of all these great bus stories, I really cannot wait until I have my car up here next week.
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| Monday, September 11th, 2006
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11:06 pm
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WARNING: If you're lactose intolerant, do NOT read this entry. It contains vast amounts of cheese! :)
Today is 9-11. This morning I woke up to my sad world with ceremonies on the television set and a quiet sit at the bus stop. Yet, as the day progressed things just seemed to fade back to normal, as to be expected. For this I can't feel guilty because I realized that striving to be our best each day is a commemoration in itself, and today, as it turns out, was a good day. With a new semester I finally feel like I'm getting my ducks in a row and becomming the person I strive to be. I don't know what brings on this sudden insight except maybe to explain it with the date. I do remember very vividly the events that took place five years ago to this day-the imagery, the sounds, the emotions. Much has happened since then, both related and not. A testimate to how fast time escapes without us ever realizing. Times like these perhaps exist for many reasons beyond understanding. But, if there's anything to be learned from it all, it's to make the best of what we have-what we are given, what we earn, and what we dream of. Best Wishes to you, and especially to all who still feel the pain in their hearts!
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| Wednesday, August 30th, 2006
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9:48 pm
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yay for finally having internet again! Thank you random comcast installer!
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| Thursday, August 10th, 2006
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2:59 pm - Metatarloctomy...or something to that effect
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Well I'm back. I've been gassed, drugged, prodded, poked (you name it) and I must say I was not expecting to have an epidoral before I would have a baby. Nonetheless, all went well and now I'm chilling in a giant blue cast.
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| Monday, July 31st, 2006
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2:18 pm
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| Saturday, July 22nd, 2006
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10:04 am
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| Friday, July 14th, 2006
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12:19 pm
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I finally got a new (old) horn!!! This makes me happy! It's an Elkhart Conn 8D M Series from the 60s, and it's in gorgeous shape. Apparently it sat in a closet for decades until Stewart Rose (the NY musician I purchased it from) found it...aswell as the screw driver inside the bell branch...and had it cleaned up.
I'm debating having the bell cut because a) it'd be more portable and convinient for carrying and traveling, and b) supposidly the ring on the bell branch helps enhance the sound of this particular model. However, if I have the bell cut it'll lose some of the laquer (which is in like perfect shape!), and it won't be in it's original/natural state (seeing as it's pretty much an antique...I mean, it still has a marching band lyer on it). Plus it's kind of expensive. Anyone have any thoughts or suggestions?
I really should have put a disclaimer on this one that most non-music folk are going to think it's gibberish. :)
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| Sunday, June 25th, 2006
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10:32 pm - lovely lanky learning, commuting, and cooperations
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I've just woken up from what seems to be hybernation. After the business of last week I was finally able to enjoy, or rather, succum to a much needed nap before I'll once again go to sleep for the evening. Since I haven't updated in ahile, allow me catch you up. Last week was the CU Music Works Middle school band camp (I was a counselor/instructor). It was such a blast! While the little ankle biters do suck the energy out of you (or maybe that was just the two hours of driving everyday) they also never fail to leave you laughing. It was a most enjoyable week despite the commuting between Boulder and Safeway. Working 68 hours in a week is not something to make a habit out of. The most enjoyable evenings were definately the ones when I did not have to return to Lonetree for work. This was skit night, the dance, and the concert, where I was a percussionist for a whole 45 minutes of my life. For the counselor's skit we had an amusing time making fun of the kids, and the dance was a blast even though one of our clarinet players broke his nose. (We were pretty successful in keeping the other 40 kids occupied while the paramedics were in the hall.) On an amusing side note, we had about 5 or 6 different couples emerge throughout the week, and apparently 24 hrs. is a milestone in middle school relationships.
The thing that amazes me the most about middle school kids, besides their akward body awareness, is the vastnessness in everything they do. Maturity levels are off the scales in both directions, as are playing abilities. Yet, in the end they all are able to function as a unit, despite this incredible ranges, and unite through music, something they are very capable of doing with good instruction. Margerite Wilder was our guest clinician for the week. I learned alot of very valuable things from her, and even more from the kids.
In addition to the camp, I've also been working at Safeway. I can't place my finger on it, but for some reason I really enjoy the job. My guess is that the poeple are all pretty nice. Most of them aren't too uptight which makes work fun and easy. It's also interesting hearing all of their stories. They are all very down to earth people, and they really do expose me for how lucky I am. Many of them did not have half of the chances or oppurtunities that I have (like college). They have families of all kinds to support, and despite some of the extreme circumstances that are presented to them (i.e. unexpected pregnancy), they handle everything with a smile on their face. This really impresses me, and although Safeway isn't a carreer path for me, I really admire everyone that works there, because they've opened my eyes to many more of life's possibilities, and characters. That being said, there was a shooting today at Safeway Supply Center in Denver, and five people are currently in the hospital. I'll probably find out tomorrow how our store will be affected, and if the manager's new anyone involved. Please keep their families in your thoughts and prayers!
If any of the above was jibberish to you, please disregard it as my sleep deprevation.
Until my next overdue and extremely long post!
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10:32 pm - lovely lanky learning, commuting, and cooperations
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I've just woken up from what seems to be hybernation. After the business of last week I was finally able to enjoy, or rather, succum to a much needed nap before I'll once again go to sleep for the evening. Since I haven't updated in ahile, allow me catch you up. Last week was the CU Music Works Middle school band camp (I was a counselor/instructor). It was such a blast! While the little ankle biters do suck the energy out of you (or maybe that was just the two hours of driving everyday) they also never fail to leave you laughing. It was a most enjoyable week despite the commuting between Boulder and Safeway. Working 68 hours in a week is not something to make a habit out of. The most enjoyable evenings were definately the ones when I did not have to return to Lonetree for work. This was skit night, the dance, and the concert, where I was a percussionist for a whole 45 minutes of my life. For the counselor's skit we had an amusing time making fun of the kids, and the dance was a blast even though one of our clarinet players broke his nose. (We were pretty successful in keeping the other 40 kids occupied while the paramedics were in the hall.) On an amusing side note, we had about 5 or 6 different couples emerge throughout the week, and apparently 24 hrs. is a milestone in middle school relationships.
The thing that amazes me the most about middle school kids, besides their akward body awareness, is the vastnessness in everything they do. Maturity levels are off the scales in both directions, as are playing abilities. Yet, in the end they all are able to function as a unit, despite this incredible ranges, and unite through music, something they are very capable of doing with good instruction. Margerite Wilder was our guest clinician for the week. I learned alot of very valuable things from her, and even more from the kids.
In addition to the camp, I've also been working at Safeway. I can't place my finger on it, but for some reason I really enjoy the job. My guess is that the poeple are all pretty nice. Most of them aren't too uptight which makes work fun and easy. It's also interesting hearing all of their stories. They are all very down to earth people, and they really do expose me for how lucky I am. Many of them did not have half of the chances or oppurtunities that I have (like college). They have families of all kinds to support, and despite some of the extreme circumstances that are presented to them (i.e. unexpected pregnancy), they handle everything with a smile on their face. This really impresses me, and although Safeway isn't a carreer path for me, I really admire everyone that works there, because they've opened my eyes to many more of life's possibilities, and characters. That being said, there was a shooting today at Safeway Supply Center in Denver, and five people are currently in the hospital. I'll probably find out tomorrow how our store will be affected, and if the manager's new anyone involved. Please keep their families in your thoughts and prayers!
If any of the above was jibberish to you, please disregard it as my sleep deprevation.
Until my next overdue and extremely long post!
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| Thursday, May 4th, 2006
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3:35 pm - A long ramble on college...
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Its funny to think that one year ago I was itching to be where I'm sitting now. As I sit hear at my desk with the voices of friends down the hall in the back of my mind I realize how fast it has flown by, and how much has happened...
I left home. Despite how much I thought I was prepared for this, I will admit that it was quite shocking to leave the bubble I had become accustomed to. Now, finally comfortable in my independence, it's time to return...to a new house infact. My family moved, and all attachment to childhood was severed, like the graffitti on the knoll's entrance sign, a signal of time...I think I'm growing up.
As my journey began in Boulder, the blue town in a red state, I had an optomistic view on the outcome of my college carrier; something that still remains strong though sometimes masked by apathy, fear, and struggle. This year has been a time of many choices and revelations. In a big sea, you do your best to 'just keep swimming'. Sometimes you don't make it to the surface, and sometimes you succeed in riding the wake. But, one thing I've learned this year is that college is not about classes and grades so much as finding yourself. When I set out from high school where my identity revolved around my success as a musician in the band, I thought I knew myself. Now, a semi-knowledgable (don't push it!) college student, I realize what a process that is.
This year has thrown its many hurdles. I had some rough horn lessons, and physical issues, which was tough to handle, but on the flip-side I also felt the warm confidence of knowing that someone of my significan respect had faith in my abilities. I've expanded myself socially, revealing the 'true' me to many more faces. While meaningless relationships remain to be sorted out from the good, I've had excellent luck in my choice of friends, and look foward to seeing the bonds blossom throughout the years. Regretfully, some have faded with the trials of time, distance, and other circumstances, but I hope that we can dust those off and pick up where we left off. As for any unreparable damage, I guess it wasn't meant to be, and I sincerely hope the best for you. Needless to say, my college experience thus far has taught me alot about people. Being a somewhat shy individual I've done quite a bit of observation, and my findings conclude that there really is good in most everyone; an observation that has led me to lower my barrier of expectations and standards to in order to see. Yes, Jessica may finally be starting to losen up a bit...Boulder has that effect.
Various Points of interest regarding the year:
I met many awesome people, like Renee=coolest rommie ever Mario Kart/007 and Dance parties rock!
I marched with the "Golden Buffalo Band"....SO MANY GOOD TIMES!
Went to Oklahoma with them...SO MUCH RAIN
Texas Trip...I danced
Florida...ROLLERCOASTERS
I did an "unforgivable" dead on Holloween, and enjoyed it. I drummed in a rock band, and played guitar on stage for an audience. I was on TV aswell. I learned that gummy worms are not good for you instrument, that reffing volleyball is the best job ever, and that it's ok to quit when something's just not right for you...Like when you have a little incident with a kayak. I've noted to always be aware of how you present yourself because someone always finds out...what are the odds that Mr. Thornton knew I practiced at CMEA? I've learned that sometimes some of the strangest people are the most enjoyable, and that there is no foreseeing how much one individual can impact your life until retrospect.
Some funny moments (too many to count): Tricia telling Hermes "F. you!" was one of the funniest moments in academic history, but then again so was that class. No really, it was a great class, and Hermes rocks. He's my aural skills teacher and I'm taking composition lessons from him. He'll be getting a doctorate in Texas next year, but is still going to help me through emails. I really hope he gets rich and famous someday like John Williams because a) he deserves it, and b) then I could say I knew him..anywho I've learned alot of valuable music stuff from him this year.
Pit Orchestra Conductor, (in a thick accent) "Horns, that was almost awesome! Now, let's saddle up on our favorite recreational drug of choice, drive this thing on the other side of the highway, and try this again!"
Many great times with friends. Foo, you make me laugh too! :)
I really should work on not sleeping through class, but I am better than some people ;)
To conclude, I've learned alot this year. Everything from swiffering the floor to feeling what it means to love...in multiple senses, to give, share, LAUGH, and live. I've worked really hard, had a good time, and look foward to next year! Best wishes to all of my friends, you know who you are...
If you read all the way to hear...why aren't you studying?
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| Sunday, April 23rd, 2006
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8:40 pm
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So apparently I've fallen off the face of the earth recently. Maybe you've noticed more than I, but it just hit me that I have been exceptionally busy lately and have blown off many a friend as a result. My apoligies. I expect to return to earth in t-minus 18 days, just in time for summer.
Until then...BONVOYAGE!
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| Sunday, April 9th, 2006
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10:54 pm - Top 10 of the week!
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Complaints! (just me venting in amusement really...)
1. Someone just through a water balloon at me
2. The horn I had on trial is a lemon and I have to return it
3. I paid 75c to dry my tie dye shirt and even though it was the only item in the drier, it's still soaked
4. I got 2.5 hours of sleep last night (Kappa retreat...well worth it though)
5. My lesson was bad this week and I got lectured about how I'm expected to do grad work at a major music school like julliard, but that I'm not working hard enough (which I know all to well)
6. I have no time for anything
7. I was supposed to run for treasurer for CMENC, but I can't get out of work to give the speech
8. My mom wants me to get foot surgery this summer (aka, 6 weeks of hell) and this means no working=no income..hmmm
7. Some people really get on my nerves
8. I want to go home for Easter but don't know how I'm getting there yet
9. I'm too busy to enjoy the nice weather
10. Summer needs to be here NOW!
On a lighter note...(my own rebuttle)
Things that are cool! :)
1. I sold my other horn, so I have money to buy one that's not a lemon
2. We tye died this weekend and it was fun
3. Kappa Kappa Psi retreat was AMAZING!
4. Though I had a bad lesson, I realized how incredibly lucky I am, as I will be the only Music Ed major studying with Mr. Thornton...pretty much ever again. and even better he has alot of faith in my potential (I just need to get my act together...because spring break was very unproductive).
5. The weather is very nice out
6. School is almost over!!!
7. I'm finally getting some good hours in work (which is great because I really need the money)
8. I've been reading The Da Vinci Code (rather, getting back into it) and I really enjoy that luxary
9. I finally got to go to Greeley and jam, and it was a ton of fun...I actually can play drums alright:)...or atleast fake it
10. I'm blessed with the bestest friends ever and for some reason it was really apparent this week
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| Tuesday, March 28th, 2006
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8:13 pm - Spring Break
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WHAT BREAK??
Apparently I'm incapable of driving outside the confines of countyline, arapahoe, broadway, and yosemite...hmm...ok then. Why do I have a car if I'm not allowed to drive it? Is there a reason I can't go visit people at CSU, or go rehearse with my band in Greeley? I can't even go see Body Works! (atleast that's educational) Why?
no real answer...Just overprotective parents who secretly love to manipulate my life so that I'm stuck helping them pack and clean. I don't get it...I mean, I'm a good kid, right? Who gets their parents tickets to Wheel of Fortune? That should count for something. Oh, and the reason I'm directionally challenged (I'll admit that) is because I'm never allowed to go anywhere!
Needless to say, the parental units are getting on my nerves: Quote of the week: In reference to my practicing for a lesson the next day, "Jessica! Stop fooling around and clean the bathroom!" ~Mom
It's not that I don't love them or enjoy spending time with them...I just feel trapped in a bubble lately, and I really need out. Consequently, the highlight of my break thus far is a toss up between seeing V for Vendetta or playing three hours of video games with my manically depressed friend...Just kidding. V for Vendetta is a pretty good movie, and my friend's not THAT depressed...I hope.
Oh well...enough ranting
here's my new modo:
SO WHAT!
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| Tuesday, March 21st, 2006
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6:47 pm
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WOOOOOOO!
I got one of my counseling jobs this summer!!!!!! :)
It's just one week at CU, but what an opporunity!!! I'm the French horn instructor for the middle school students and get subsided quite generously I hope. But the big thing is that'll be a fun learning experience, and really gets my foot in the door here at the college of music. There was only nine positions availalbe and I'm the only freshman that got one!! YEA!!!!
Other than that I've got spring fever! Break cannot come soon enough...
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| Tuesday, March 14th, 2006
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10:11 pm
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YAY for being another year older! WOOT! What does that mean anyways?
life's kinda wierd, and so is this entry...so here's to the little things:
laughter
smiles
...from strangers, and from special ones
free time
naps
sunshine
pleasant surprises
finding money in your pockets
hearing from old friends
unexpected visits
having a stroke of luck
laughter
smiles
being random
oreos
chocolate in general
that song that's stuck in your head
9-1-1
Bob Ross
offering to carry my horn case
...even though I wouldn't let you
wendy's frosties and fries
slinkies and koosh balls
bubble gum
free stuff
snow days
...snow weeks
weekends
good movies
music
kids
laughter/smiles
being proud of yourself
being proud of a someone else
butterflies in your stomach
dancing in the rain
the words "I love you"
hugs
making someone smile
making someone laugh
Sorry if that list took up a bunch of space on your LJ page, but if you enjoyed it, you should copy and edit/add to it and post it on yours! :)
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| Sunday, March 5th, 2006
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9:43 pm - See me on tv...
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Hey Everybody,
Horn Choir is going to be on TV Tuesday: Channel 9 "Colorado and Company" It's a morning news show (but I'm not sure what time is starts)
Also...We will be on the radio that afternoon 90.1 (again not sure what time...but i'll know tomorrow night)
You should all watch!
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| Friday, March 3rd, 2006
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10:47 am - CONCERT TONIGHT!
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Anyone who's interested:
FREE Collage Concert TONIGHT! Makcy Auditorium @ CU Boulder 7:30pm
Non-stop music for small and large ensembles including but not limited to horn choir and symphonic band!
Here Jessica and all your other CU/Arapahoe Friends...It'll be awesome!
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!!
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| Tuesday, February 21st, 2006
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11:14 pm
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so...i definately thought today was mardi gras...it's definatly next week
and here i've been being a pig all day....oh geez. Guess there's always next week :)
Hope everyone's doing well!
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| Saturday, February 18th, 2006
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2:57 pm
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stress, stress, stress, stress, stress...This whole hunt for housing is really bothering me in addition to kopprasch etudes in five keys, composition work, and wedding gigs. Life=hectic. The verdict with places to live next year is either close and crappy, or far and fancy if we want to go cheap. Unfortunately one of my potential room mates is picky as hell and being a pain in the ass. Anyone want a roomie for next year? because I'm about fed up.
I'm not happy with how I've handled myself this past week with everything that's been going on, but this week will be better, I hope.
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