Activities

Today I went and played with my friends.

It was great fun!

I went over to Sabyn's house first and then we walked and met Abby at the park.

We started playing volleyball and then Amber came and joined.

We have some skill let me tell ya!

My greatest strength is hitting the ball and it going backward.

There were these two boys from our school there (Zack and Chandler) so we asked them to join us.

Us girls totally dominated.

Later Chersty joined us.

By this time, Abby and Amber had gone so we just sat and talked.

I taught them how to do cartwheels that they never really got and then..... Hannah came!! Hannah's amazing.

She has the cutest short hair. It's in a bob.

I am going to cut my hair like her's. I'm excited.

When Hannah came we decided we wanted to play volleyball again and guess what?

Melissa showed up!!

Melissa, Sabyn, Chersty, and I played volleyball.

No rules inforced.

Screaming Wicked songs!

Today was a fun day!

Hello Summer

So, this evening was the annual 8th grade graduation.

This year they had a comdedian group come and make us all laugh. Then we had ice cream, and then we danced.

Pretty much your typical low budget "Wahoo we're done!" kind of thing.

It was fun. I've gotta admit.

But I have one problem.

I didn't get asked to dance once. ONCE I tell you! I felt kind of sad inside. I still kind of do.

I ask myself, "Was it the crazy dancing? "Was it the obnoxious behavior?"

Well, I think these two these are the best things to have at dances.

So, who cares. 8th grade boys are sooooo yesterday! :)

Maybe they'll grow up during the summer!!
Speaking of summer..... I'M SO EXCITED!!!

Only 1 more full day.

Thursday is Yearbook day and Friday we go for an hour.

Basically you're thinking you're doing something fun, but then all the administrative people act like you're on some top boot camp in Virginia.

I may not even go.

Who knows.
P.S. We got a new car. It's beautiful. It's a Volkswagon Passat and has all the amazing features. Leather seats, seat heater, touch screen radio, iPod hook ups...you get the picture.

"my momma always said life was like a box of chocolates...you never know what you're gonna get"

Procrastination is on my mind right now.

Today is the day where I know I have tons of things to do.

I'm just not doing it.

I recently got a new assignment from that one subject.

Science.

Yes, I know, You think I'm going to go off.

Not this time. Kind of.

The only problem is that it's 19 projects.

It's due Monday the 10th. (Next Monday)

I've only done 4.

I have a test that needs to be studied.

I got the Cafe Rio Salad Recipe.

Well, the chicken, Pork, rice, and dressing recipe.

The pork takes 20 oz. of coke and 18 hours to cook.

I'm so excited!

School is out in 3 1/2 weeks and summer playing will start

Tanning.

Ceder City.

Sleeping in.

Wearing shorts and short sleeves.

Flip-flops.

Tan line on my feet. (Don't know why I like this, but I do.)

Can hardly wait.

Sincerely, Sidney

We're Back!!!

It's a little late, but we are back! We got back on Sunday (of last week) around 9:00. We had quite the trip! Lots of walking. Lots of siteseeing, and lots of new memories!!!
So, to start off the trip we went to the Capitol Building, Library of Congress, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Memorial, the World War ll memorial, and the Vietnam Memorial.

(I felt a little small....)

Next, We went to the Holocaust Museum. If you ever go to Washington D.C. I would highly recommend this! It's sad and you will definitely have to prepare yourself emotionally for it, but it is life changing. Also, we went to the National Archives Museum and saw the important documents of The United States of America. This was also very cool. That night we went and saw one of the Smithsoneon museums. We went to the American History Museum. We saw the flag that flew over Fort McHenry and inspired Francis Scott Keys to write the Star-Spangled Banner. Also, we saw the White house, The back of it actually, then we saw the Jefferson Memorial, and then went and saw the front of the White House.

Last, We visited the Arlington Cemetary. We got to see the Changing of the Gaurd. This was really strange. The military is really a whole different world, but it was cool to watch. Here we saw the Arlington House that was the home of Robert E. Lee. He was the General for the Confederate Army. We also saw John and Jacqueline Kennedy's grave along with the millions of others. We also saw the Washington D.C. Temple. This was very, very pretty, but seemed to have no windows. Don't know why, but it didn't. we saw Mount Vernon. This was the house to George Washington. I learned something new with him. He had slaves and had no children. This probably wasn't new to many people, but surprisingly new to me.

So, The result of our Washington D.C. Trip was a success! We had lots of fun! We definitely want to go back. See more Smithsoneons, and try to be locals.....That probably won't happen....

Sincerly, Sidney

The Latest News....

First all I want to say is that coming up with titles for each post is a bore.

So, if you see a post without a title don't stop reading it or my blog for that matter.

Thanks much.

Anyway, I feel like a broken record bringing this subject up, but I always find new thing I hate.

I, along with many other people, have decided to petition my science teacher.

Dramatic I know, but he is horrible.

The CRT tests are coming up and (I've talked to many people so this fact is true.) nobody is ready. At least in his class.

We aren't petitioning for him to get fired, but for the administration to be aware that he isn't fulfilling is teaching needs.

My mom surprisingly enough gave me the idea to petition. She said write a letter to the good old principal, Mr. Farnsworth, and get a bunch of signatures.

Again, I do not want him fired he just needs to become a good science teacher. It's an important subject.

Especially if you don't want to live on the streets. So if your thinking I'm this heartless kid that knows nothing. I beg to differ.

Abandonment??

It's a sad story really. My parents went to St. George.

Worst of all is that they left me in the care of Lauren and Ashley.

Ashley doesn't cook. (Don't get offended sister. You've admitted it yourself.)

How in the world am I supposed to get food?

Lauren. Well, Lauren is just Lauren. I guess hmmm, Well, She's on the strange side.

(Again, sister don't get offended. You've heard me say it before.)

On a different note, How in the world do you get a playlist onto your blog?

I've been wondering and wondering for months now.

If you know please contact me ASAP!

Thanks much!

Sincerely, Sidney

Summer Fever

I'm getting summer fever!

I actually shaved my legs and wore shorts yesterday without getting goosebumps, and the hair growing back in 10 minutes.

Lets just say I need some serious tanning!

Anyway, I don't know if this fever is a good or bad thing. I have testing coming up and I'm not going to be able to focus with the perfect tanning weather outside!

wish me luck!

Sincerely, Sidney

Inside Look

Today you are getting a very special treat! I found this cool room at our Hotel in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, where we are staying. It's called the "Buisness Link." Wanna know why it's such a cool room? Because it has a computer in it. Actually, it has three computers, but we will just keep it simple. Our trip is amazing! My feet are permentely numb, the back of my legs kill any time I walk, and I have a HUGE blister on the back of my left foot. Word to the wise. Never under any surcumstances wear brand new shoes to Washington D.C. All you do is walk and you will get a blister. No questions asked. I learned that the hard way.
There's more good things than bad though. I would just like to say I don't ever want to come back to Utah! It's so beautiful and green and fresh. Lauren and I tried to persuade my parents into moving out here, but that will probably not happen. If anybody has any good persuading skills, please drop by my house and help me out here! It will be much appreciated!
More news to come about Washington D.C!

Sincerely, Sidney

P.S. I can now offically cross off the following things on my list:
1. I've gone to Maryland
2. I've gone to Virginia
3. I've gone to Washington D.C.
4. I've touched to Washington Monument
5. I've Seen the White House
6. I've been on a public metro (It's like a subway)