Canadian Adventures

Having returned from Vancouver, B.C. last night I find myself exhausted and quite overwhelmed by everything that lies in front of me. This said, I won't go into extreme detail about my trip except that it was amazing.

Some of the highlights of this trip included seeing the Pepe Romero perform with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, seeing the city landscape from Grouse Mountain, and eating a German chocolate candy called Ritter Sport. This chocolate is amazing and comes highly recommended by Jill, an exchange student from Germany and by Donnie's girlfriend.

It was an amazing five days that I will remember for the rest of my life. I know I didn't write that much, because I have to study for a test, but if you want to know more just ask me.

Nerd Alert, eh?

Yes, I'm a nerd. One of my nerdy hobbies includes playing the viola. I've played for four years at school and in the Youth Symphony of Southern Oregon. Tomorrow at 7am I will go with my school orchestra to Vancouver, Canada for an orchestra festival. While our school orchestra's skill level is severely lacking I'm excited as this should prove a very enjoyable weekend.

The only thing I'm going to miss is watching the Rogue Valley Cup, which is a giant soccer tournament held here in the rogue valley every Memorial Day weekend. I'm going to miss the chance to see many of my friends play soccer for the first or last time. This is somewhat of a downer, but I have a feeling it will be well worth it. Now I must be off, as I've yet to pack for this five day journey. Enjoy your weekend.

Superfluous Junk

In my opinion the Senior Project can be a very worth while experience. I have thoroughly enjoyed the process of doing the whole thing until now. Tonight, I spent almost two hours crafting a project poster board to decorate the hallway at school. It was nothing but frustration and anger as I tried to cut paper in a straight line, make it as aesthetically pleasing as possible, and format it. Nonetheless, it got done and should be displayed for all to see in the hallway. Less than two weeks later it will either end up with my teacher or in a garbage can. Either way, I am (and have been for quite some time) ready to be done with high school.

With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility

The news I've waited four years for finally came yesterday in the mail. A simple letter from South Medford High School explaining that I am the "first-in-class valedictorian". I knew it was coming, but still found myself surprised that after four years, seven semesters, countless tests and projects I'd achieved the goal I made so long ago.

It's quite an honor really. And how does South reward me for earning this position as first in class? They tell me I have to give the valedictory speech..... one more thing I'm not exactly looking forward to. That said, I realize that if I'm going to address my graduating class it better be the most kick ass speech ever. I've tried to think about what I want to say but it continues to escape me. So I ask you, my reader(s), what would you want to hear? What would interest you? How long? Funny or serious....a hybrid? Anything will help.

Saw

Finding myself tired from Prom last night, I skipped the usual Saturday night routine of going out with friends and opted to stay at home with my family and watch Saw. My sister and others have generated great hype for this movie but I must say I was sorely disappointed.

First off, I found the premise of this movie very disturbing yet interesting at the same time. Added to the fact that I was "on the edge of my seat" for part of the movie, you might think that I would've like it. I didn't. The acting was horrible. Dr. Lawrence Gordon's acting reminded me of a corny Will Ferrellesk look and sound off of SNL. It wasn't convincing at all. Don't get me wrong, Will Ferrell is a God. But not someone I'd want to watch in a horror film.

I realize that not many movies are not made to have happy endings. At the same time, after watching Saw I was left with a bad taste in my mouth. This movie was a little too much for me, and needless to say I wouldn't recommend it. 5.0/10

Prom

Last night was my Senior Prom. It was truely a wonderful night. I should have some of the many pictures that were taken up soon.