Yes folks, that's right. Today officially, is the first day of summer for me! This statement just makes me want to crack up laughing manically. I think it may be the single most important statement I've ever made in this blog.
Today, as well as being the first day where I can sleep through 6 a.m., is the Marina and the Diamonds Concert!!!! It is at 5 o'clock in D.C., so in order to not be late, (LIKE WE ALWAYS ARE) we're going to try to leave at 3. We might need a miracle to be able to get out of the house that quickly, but hey, maybe the First Day of Summer Magic will be shared with us!
I absolutely cannot wait for the concert, but I REALLY can't wait for tomorrow, which is when we leave for Greece! Our flight is in the evening though, which gives us some extra time to pack. (And allows my dad to mow the lawn...-_-) For now, our plan for the month that we will be overseas is to spend a week in Athens, (We will arrive there on Monday) a little less than a week in my grandparents village, another week in an island (I believe we have decided which one, I just can't remember the name of it!) and then about 4 to 5 days in London. Now, the whole London business is because in order to go to Greece, or come back to the U.S., we have to stop in London, sort of as a midway flight. But when we had originally planned to come back to the U.S., there were NO flights that entire week going from London going to Dulles! (Our local airport) So instead, we decided we would take the opportunity to explore London a little bit more! (We have been there before...we went for New Years a couple of years ago. But we've never really been during the summer like this, and as many of you know if you travel, one trip usually isn't enough ;) Plus there is some family/friend chances in London, as well as my great opportunity to see OXFORD! (hint, hint)
So yes! That is our vague schedule for now. I really can't wait. I hate the whole 17-hours-traveling-with-no-toilet-except-the-one-on-the-plane-which-is-small-and-gross-and-constantly-moving, but it's all worth it for the trip that waits for us!
Oh, and by the way. You should now refer to me as The Amazing High School Freshman. Yeah. That's right. Don't be hatin'.
Love,
Danielle, Middle School Graduate
P.S. I apologize for the lack of funny in my recent posts. But don't worry. I'm sure in the future, I will no doubt have a ginormous amount of complaining/sarcasm filled posts. Patience, mon amis! Oh, which reminds me, French and Guitar exams went well! Scores will be here when we get back!
Friday, June 17, 2011
Monday, June 13, 2011
*IMPORTANT UPDATE* NEW READERS, SEE HERE!!
Only 3 more days guys!!
My Physical Education exam went well. It sure was challenging, *wipes sweat from brow* but I think I did well.
It has come to my attention that many of you, in order to be informed that a new post is up, have to be included in my 'email' list. Now, this list, (and if you have Blogger, then you might know this) is limited to a maximum of 10 people. I haven't reached the maximum, but I also would like more family members to read this blog, and in order for them to know about a new blog post, they probably will need an email sent to them.
But the email list won't have much more capacity. So, a new feature added to Blogger is a gadget that I have now added called Email List. (Notice how this Email List is different than my old email list. Capitalization folks.) This is located at the bottom of every page (you might have to scroll past 7 or 10 posts) and is right above the 'Number of Views Counter'. It is just a long, white typing box where I BELIEVE you can add your email and you will be notified about posts.
For those of you who already receive emails, because you either are on my old, limited email list, or you are following this blog through gmail, then that's fine, don't worry about it. You don't have to add your email to the new list unless you want to (which I'm sure then would result in two double emails, but hey, maybe that's just your thing).
But for those in the future, who wish to be told when a new post is up, then please feel free to add your email. I ENCOURAGE it. Because it increases this blogs audience and ensures you don't miss ONE SECOND of Matta Connection goodness. Also, it keeps YOU more connected with this girl right here. So, thank you to those who are loyal readers and give me nice comments and feedback :) I really appreciate it! And again, if you are in contact with any family member (That means somehow related to me, of course) who you think would be interested in reading my silly posts, then please pass the link on!!
So yes :) Just a quick update. Hope everyone is doing ok!
And to those of you in Greece...I can't wait! See you very soon!
Love,
Danielle
My Physical Education exam went well. It sure was challenging, *wipes sweat from brow* but I think I did well.
It has come to my attention that many of you, in order to be informed that a new post is up, have to be included in my 'email' list. Now, this list, (and if you have Blogger, then you might know this) is limited to a maximum of 10 people. I haven't reached the maximum, but I also would like more family members to read this blog, and in order for them to know about a new blog post, they probably will need an email sent to them.
But the email list won't have much more capacity. So, a new feature added to Blogger is a gadget that I have now added called Email List. (Notice how this Email List is different than my old email list. Capitalization folks.) This is located at the bottom of every page (you might have to scroll past 7 or 10 posts) and is right above the 'Number of Views Counter'. It is just a long, white typing box where I BELIEVE you can add your email and you will be notified about posts.
For those of you who already receive emails, because you either are on my old, limited email list, or you are following this blog through gmail, then that's fine, don't worry about it. You don't have to add your email to the new list unless you want to (which I'm sure then would result in two double emails, but hey, maybe that's just your thing).
But for those in the future, who wish to be told when a new post is up, then please feel free to add your email. I ENCOURAGE it. Because it increases this blogs audience and ensures you don't miss ONE SECOND of Matta Connection goodness. Also, it keeps YOU more connected with this girl right here. So, thank you to those who are loyal readers and give me nice comments and feedback :) I really appreciate it! And again, if you are in contact with any family member (That means somehow related to me, of course) who you think would be interested in reading my silly posts, then please pass the link on!!
So yes :) Just a quick update. Hope everyone is doing ok!
And to those of you in Greece...I can't wait! See you very soon!
Love,
Danielle
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Really Stressed + Really Unorganized= Birthday Party???
Hello everybody! How is the weather? Cuz down here, it is HOT HOT HOT. Summer is really on its way...as a matter of fact, it starts this upcoming Friday! That's in four days guys! It's a little funny to think I started this blog before this school year began, with all my expectations and nervousness and hesitance. And now...I'm almost done! 8th grade is only four days away from becoming a complete chapter in my life! And while that is totally and completely awesome...it's also a little scary. I mean, we moved back from Greece about 3 years ago. When we came back, I was a 6th grader, placed right into middle school. So there was a slight, kind of awkward, but none the less definite transfer from elementary school to middle school. Now, I'm about to make another transfer, but this time the change will be a bit more smooth and...transition-y. I don't have to pack my entire room into cardboard boxes, don't really have any friends to say goodbye to (at least not permanently), and the school I'm going to is only across the street from my old one, versus across the Atlantic Ocean. And yet, I have a feeling, it won't really make a difference. The transition will be better, but the nerves will still return faithfully come end of August. Butt you know what? It's either that...or repeating 8th grade. Ha. H-E double hockey sticks NO!
So High School awaits...but before that, thankfully, comes summer. And boy, am I ready to get that show on the road!
This is a simplified run-through of my next four days:
Monday: Think I was kidding when I said 8th grade sucks? I have an exam on Monday, four days before school ends. On none other than...Physical Education. Lord have mercy on me.
Tuesday: A slight hiatus...for now
Wednesday: On my last Civics class of my entire middle school career...I will be performing a debate in front of the class (including a hard-labored-over speech) about the cons of Congressional Term Limits. I capitalized that because it is important. (Don't make me have to say 'not'.) Also, my old man's 42nd birthday!! And yes dad, I did just post your completely true and slightly horrific age on the world wide web! Your welcome!
Thursday: Last day of school! And no, I am not crazy. Thursday is seriously our last day. It is because we go back to school earlier this year, thanks to our wonderful county. End of August, instead of beginning of September (If you need some memory refreshing, go see my second post ever...titled, 'The S Word' or something or other. Maybe I need some memory refreshing.) So, like the kind people they are, they gave us, uh, one day less of school, to make up for the horrible decision making and evil inhumane morals they obviously have. On this day I will be taking, ha, not one, but TWO exams. Last. Freaking. Day. Of. School. Don't even get me started. I'm already close to tears.
And then, Friday, will be the first morning that will be alarm-free, school-free, and stress-not quite. Friday will be fun though, even if it will be a little stressful. You see, there is a long, complicated, dramatic story about how this came to be, but in short, we are going to a concert in D.C. the day before we leave for Greece. A little irresponsible? Maybe. Totally awesome? YES. We are going to see my ultimate favorite artist, Marina and the Diamonds. She is a Welsh/Greek singer who is typically not so well known here in the U.S., but I happened to stumble upon the knowledge of her coming to D.C., and we are sooo going. Thanks mom and dad! (Though even if you said no I might have had to go to extreme measures to get those tickets...don't underestimate my extremity. Guess how I got a Facebook account??)
So yes. We may get our wallets stolen and there's a possibility we will get shot down in D.C., but it's all worth it.
Saturday evening, we will be off to Europe. Don't get excited-I'm still going to blog from across the pond. Less frequently...that can be assumed. But I kept it up pretty well in North Carolina for New Years, so I may surprise you!
So in case this upcoming, crazy week becomes too hectic to blog...than Happy Summer! See you all soon!
Love,
Danielle
P.S. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO GILBERTAKI MOU. MY FATHER AND FARTER, YOU ARE AN OLD MAN. BUT I LOVE YOU ANYWAY!
So High School awaits...but before that, thankfully, comes summer. And boy, am I ready to get that show on the road!
This is a simplified run-through of my next four days:
Monday: Think I was kidding when I said 8th grade sucks? I have an exam on Monday, four days before school ends. On none other than...Physical Education. Lord have mercy on me.
Tuesday: A slight hiatus...for now
Wednesday: On my last Civics class of my entire middle school career...I will be performing a debate in front of the class (including a hard-labored-over speech) about the cons of Congressional Term Limits. I capitalized that because it is important. (Don't make me have to say 'not'.) Also, my old man's 42nd birthday!! And yes dad, I did just post your completely true and slightly horrific age on the world wide web! Your welcome!
Thursday: Last day of school! And no, I am not crazy. Thursday is seriously our last day. It is because we go back to school earlier this year, thanks to our wonderful county. End of August, instead of beginning of September (If you need some memory refreshing, go see my second post ever...titled, 'The S Word' or something or other. Maybe I need some memory refreshing.) So, like the kind people they are, they gave us, uh, one day less of school, to make up for the horrible decision making and evil inhumane morals they obviously have. On this day I will be taking, ha, not one, but TWO exams. Last. Freaking. Day. Of. School. Don't even get me started. I'm already close to tears.
And then, Friday, will be the first morning that will be alarm-free, school-free, and stress-not quite. Friday will be fun though, even if it will be a little stressful. You see, there is a long, complicated, dramatic story about how this came to be, but in short, we are going to a concert in D.C. the day before we leave for Greece. A little irresponsible? Maybe. Totally awesome? YES. We are going to see my ultimate favorite artist, Marina and the Diamonds. She is a Welsh/Greek singer who is typically not so well known here in the U.S., but I happened to stumble upon the knowledge of her coming to D.C., and we are sooo going. Thanks mom and dad! (Though even if you said no I might have had to go to extreme measures to get those tickets...don't underestimate my extremity. Guess how I got a Facebook account??)
So yes. We may get our wallets stolen and there's a possibility we will get shot down in D.C., but it's all worth it.
Saturday evening, we will be off to Europe. Don't get excited-I'm still going to blog from across the pond. Less frequently...that can be assumed. But I kept it up pretty well in North Carolina for New Years, so I may surprise you!
So in case this upcoming, crazy week becomes too hectic to blog...than Happy Summer! See you all soon!
Love,
Danielle
P.S. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO GILBERTAKI MOU. MY FATHER AND FARTER, YOU ARE AN OLD MAN. BUT I LOVE YOU ANYWAY!
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Wednesday June 1st- Beginning of a Wonderful (And Embarrassing) Future
Today shall be known down through history, as "THE DAY DANIELLE TOOK OFF HER BRACES"
People around the world will celebrate by sending lots of gifts and money to said historical figure and embrace the wonderful, braceless future.
Guys, my teeth look great, if I do say so myself. And can I get a 'Heck Yeah!' for gum chewing? Gum chewing is the best.
Just came back from the Guitar concert. Let me sum it up bluntly: It. Sucked.
Bad vibe jumping off the place. No rehersal whatsoever.
Teacher stressing out. Audience arrives before we're even done TUNING.
Let's just say it wasn't a very good night.
On the bright side, all the girls in guitar (about 10 of us) performed two special pieces specifically for us. The bad thing is, on the particular part that I am, (There are different sections of music going on at the same time, so there are different parts (A, B, C...) I felt like I was the only girl playing half the time. And let me just say: When you play in an ensemble, the most reassuring thing is that OTHER people are playing with you. So if you happen to stumble on a note, miss a cue, or lose your place, there are OTHER people also playing that part, so you have someone to back up on. Its not like a solo piece, where every mistake is noticable and you're on your own. You can afford to miss a note or two.
The bad thing is, if NO ONE ELSE ON YOUR FREAKING PART IS PLAYING, AND YOUR THE ONLY ONE ACTUALLY PLUCKING THE DARN NOTES, IF YOU MAKE A MISTAKE, NO ONE IS PLAYING AT ALL.
This is kind of how the night went.
Girls Group: *nice music*
Me: Oh man, we're doing good.
Girls Group: *special section where all the parts are seperated and can be heard individually*
Me: Uhh...why does it sound like I'm the only one on my part playing?
Me: HOLY CRAP I AM THE ONLY ONE PLAYING
Me: *tries to be louder and not freak out but freaks out anyway, and while trying to be loud and NOT freak out, I make mistakes and FREAK OUT*
Me: I swear to God I'm gonna kill those little-
*END OF SONG*
And it only got worse from there
*Entire Ensemble's Conjoined Thought: No one is playing*
Me: Oh. Ma. Gawd.
Girl Next to Me: *pees her pants*
Guitar Teacher: *silently calms his inner demons of rage*
Audience: Why is there a big puddle underneath their feet?
Ya. Thank God for my golden smile, or we would have been chased out by a very angry mob.
My family says they couldn't hear our serious blunders, but we all know how that works.
They're lying like little-
*END OF BLOG*
Love,
Danielle
People around the world will celebrate by sending lots of gifts and money to said historical figure and embrace the wonderful, braceless future.
Guys, my teeth look great, if I do say so myself. And can I get a 'Heck Yeah!' for gum chewing? Gum chewing is the best.
Just came back from the Guitar concert. Let me sum it up bluntly: It. Sucked.
Bad vibe jumping off the place. No rehersal whatsoever.
Teacher stressing out. Audience arrives before we're even done TUNING.
Let's just say it wasn't a very good night.
On the bright side, all the girls in guitar (about 10 of us) performed two special pieces specifically for us. The bad thing is, on the particular part that I am, (There are different sections of music going on at the same time, so there are different parts (A, B, C...) I felt like I was the only girl playing half the time. And let me just say: When you play in an ensemble, the most reassuring thing is that OTHER people are playing with you. So if you happen to stumble on a note, miss a cue, or lose your place, there are OTHER people also playing that part, so you have someone to back up on. Its not like a solo piece, where every mistake is noticable and you're on your own. You can afford to miss a note or two.
The bad thing is, if NO ONE ELSE ON YOUR FREAKING PART IS PLAYING, AND YOUR THE ONLY ONE ACTUALLY PLUCKING THE DARN NOTES, IF YOU MAKE A MISTAKE, NO ONE IS PLAYING AT ALL.
This is kind of how the night went.
Girls Group: *nice music*
Me: Oh man, we're doing good.
Girls Group: *special section where all the parts are seperated and can be heard individually*
Me: Uhh...why does it sound like I'm the only one on my part playing?
Me: HOLY CRAP I AM THE ONLY ONE PLAYING
Me: *tries to be louder and not freak out but freaks out anyway, and while trying to be loud and NOT freak out, I make mistakes and FREAK OUT*
Me: I swear to God I'm gonna kill those little-
*END OF SONG*
And it only got worse from there
*Entire Ensemble's Conjoined Thought: No one is playing*
Me: Oh. Ma. Gawd.
Girl Next to Me: *pees her pants*
Guitar Teacher: *silently calms his inner demons of rage*
Audience: Why is there a big puddle underneath their feet?
Ya. Thank God for my golden smile, or we would have been chased out by a very angry mob.
My family says they couldn't hear our serious blunders, but we all know how that works.
They're lying like little-
*END OF BLOG*
Love,
Danielle
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