Sunday, September 16, 2012
This Sionian Life
Dear Sionian Life,
Hi producers of This Sionian Life. My name is Mary Helen and I am a freshman at Notre Dame de Sion. I want to pitch you a story about the first day in the life of a freshman. I experienced this day only a few weeks ago. The first day of freshman year can be a bit intimidating. You have so much running through your head, most of which is nerves created by the fear of the unknown. There are numerous questions presented in your mind. Is your locker going to open? Or will it be jammed? Are you going to be able to find all your classes? How much homework am I going to have? Who will my close friends be?
I pulled up into the Sion parking lot at around 7:45, where then I would proceed to the gym for the start of it all. I was excited yet nervous at the same time. All these unanswered questions were swirling through my brain. I was given my planer and schedule then patiently waited in a circle with 117 my fellow freshman students. This was only the beginning of an adventurous day.
If you are interested about hearing more about my first day as a freshman, I look forward to explaining it in more detail. Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Mary Helen
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Middle School Questions :)
1. Middle school is a time where you think you are learning absolutely nothing when in theory, you are. You might not remember how to solve a difficult algebra problem but you might be able to think back to a book that inspired you or something that taught you a major life lesson. In the 8th grade, I read To Kill A Mockingbird which is a common book to read in middle school. This book taught sent such a powerful message about the racism that was going on in the 60s and how one man, Atticus Finch, would stand up and defend a black man,Tom Robinson. I think I will be able to look back and remember the message of doing the right thing and standing up for someone who needs it. Besides To Kill A Mockingbird, I may remember the cells parts we learned in 7th grade or the tri-folds we made every week in 6th grade for reading projects.
It was interesting because as we were reading To Kill A Mockingbird, another movie was about to come out called The Help. There were a lot of comparisons between the books and racism in the south. I went to see the movie and then read the book, both were good.
Besides academics, I hope to remember the memories I made with all my friends like the first mixer, which at the time I was so pumped about, but looking back, my level of excitement was a little outrageous. Middle school does have good memories that I want to remember but there was also memories that I don't want to remember such as all the drama that is created and stirred around. All my drama started in the last 6 months of my 8th grade year. A lot of things were said about me by a girl that I thought was my best friend. I just hope that I don't remember all the harsh, rude comments that were said or the things that were done.
2. From what I have heard, moving is very difficult, especially if you are moving out of the state, even more so out of the country. Thankfully I have never had to move, but I have experienced other people moving. In first grade, my very best friend that I grew up with and spent most of my time with moved to London. Yes I just said London as in LONDON, ENGLAND! If you ask me, thats pretty far away. It was difficult to deal with because I wouldn't see her as much. That's a transition when you go from everyday with someone, to only once or twice a year.
My best friend moved to London and I was having troubles adjusting, but then this new girl came around the time she was leaving. Her name was Colleen and she had moved from Florida. She was so sweet and very pretty. I talked to her and she seemed a lot like me. I had a feeling we were going to be friends. From moment I met her, we became best of friends and still are to this very day. She talked about how it was hard to leave Florida because all of her friends were there and why in the world would you ever want to leave the beautiful weather and sandy beaches of Florida. She would talk about the house she useD to live in. It was one block away from the beach.
From my point of view, I think it was hard to adjust at first, but Colleen transitioned fantastically and she was dominating at everything she did whether it was making new friends or trying something new. If I have to compare her to Leo in the radio interview, I would say she was the exact opposite because she had this wonderful driving force and was always happy. Everyone absolutely loved her.
3. Middle school is a time where you are figuring out who you are and who you fit in with or want to hang out with. I didn't try on many different personalities during middle school. I found my personality and stuck to it. I thought about it. Your personality is a part of who are you. Why try and change it? I tried my hardest throughout middle school to stay true to myself because I knew that I am who I am. Some people tried to knock me down along the way but that's what comes along with middle school. I think you need to surround yourself with people who go along with your personality because if you don't, they might try to change you and your personality. You will encounter troubles sticking to your personality but just be able to be strong and stick with it because it will be the best in the end.
It was interesting because as we were reading To Kill A Mockingbird, another movie was about to come out called The Help. There were a lot of comparisons between the books and racism in the south. I went to see the movie and then read the book, both were good.
Besides academics, I hope to remember the memories I made with all my friends like the first mixer, which at the time I was so pumped about, but looking back, my level of excitement was a little outrageous. Middle school does have good memories that I want to remember but there was also memories that I don't want to remember such as all the drama that is created and stirred around. All my drama started in the last 6 months of my 8th grade year. A lot of things were said about me by a girl that I thought was my best friend. I just hope that I don't remember all the harsh, rude comments that were said or the things that were done.
2. From what I have heard, moving is very difficult, especially if you are moving out of the state, even more so out of the country. Thankfully I have never had to move, but I have experienced other people moving. In first grade, my very best friend that I grew up with and spent most of my time with moved to London. Yes I just said London as in LONDON, ENGLAND! If you ask me, thats pretty far away. It was difficult to deal with because I wouldn't see her as much. That's a transition when you go from everyday with someone, to only once or twice a year.
My best friend moved to London and I was having troubles adjusting, but then this new girl came around the time she was leaving. Her name was Colleen and she had moved from Florida. She was so sweet and very pretty. I talked to her and she seemed a lot like me. I had a feeling we were going to be friends. From moment I met her, we became best of friends and still are to this very day. She talked about how it was hard to leave Florida because all of her friends were there and why in the world would you ever want to leave the beautiful weather and sandy beaches of Florida. She would talk about the house she useD to live in. It was one block away from the beach.
From my point of view, I think it was hard to adjust at first, but Colleen transitioned fantastically and she was dominating at everything she did whether it was making new friends or trying something new. If I have to compare her to Leo in the radio interview, I would say she was the exact opposite because she had this wonderful driving force and was always happy. Everyone absolutely loved her.
3. Middle school is a time where you are figuring out who you are and who you fit in with or want to hang out with. I didn't try on many different personalities during middle school. I found my personality and stuck to it. I thought about it. Your personality is a part of who are you. Why try and change it? I tried my hardest throughout middle school to stay true to myself because I knew that I am who I am. Some people tried to knock me down along the way but that's what comes along with middle school. I think you need to surround yourself with people who go along with your personality because if you don't, they might try to change you and your personality. You will encounter troubles sticking to your personality but just be able to be strong and stick with it because it will be the best in the end.
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Welcome Lovely Parents!
Hello mummy and daddy! WELCOME TO BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT & Tech Lit class as well! I assume by now you have learned your way around the school and hopefully you have found all the classes without too much trouble and confusion! If you havent, then I am sorry! You are almost done! Just this class and one more! You will now know my everyday schedule for Week A. Now back to TL, Tech Lit is such a fun class! I've learned quite a lot about the Mac computer considering I'm not very technical savy with the Mac because dad likes PC's. I just dont get why. Let's get a Mac. Okay? Okay! Well anyway this class has been such a learning experience and I have learned quite a lot about Google as well such as how to use Google Chrome, Blogger, and Google Drive. Anyways, you know that Ms. Shapley is my teacher. She is such a great teacher and I hope you like her as much as I do! Well enjoy Back To School Night! love you both! xxxx
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
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