Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Crazy Insomniac.

I'm having a hard time sleeping lately, so I usually just lay here, but now I think I've finally worn myself out. I'm glad for that. I've just been thinking about a lot of things that are happening...and I'm just overwhelmed.

I can't believe I'm graduating...I also can't believe that my Dad isn't here to see it. Like, the saddest part is that I really can't hear how proud he is of me, for accomplishing my goals. I'm so grateful that my Dad's dad is here, he makes me think of my Dad and I just feel like he would know what would make my dad proud. Ugh, I hate how unfair life is. Like, why do some people have their entire families around them and have never felt the same loss as I have? Why can't my Dad be here, when I need him. I hate to say, but I'm kind of angry with God, my Dad was young, why did he have to go? That's immature, right? But at the same time, I can't help it. I mean, logically I know that God had a reason to call my Dad home. He had a reason to take him, He had more important things to do in Heaven. That last one is what gets me, it really does...I mean, what is more important then being there for your children? I guess, I don't have that understanding, but it really bothers me that I won't ever fully understand my Dad's reason for leaving me..when he was needed. I mean, that's a pretty earthly mindset, but I am here, on Earth and I'm bitter. I want my Dad, he was my DAD. Travis got mad at me for saying this, he said that God knows what he's doing..and that I have good and solid memories with my Dad, but I'll never have that adult relationship with him, not on Earth anyway. It just makes me so angry.

I recently started playing Fable 2 on xbox..and I'm obsessed. :) I am totally into RPG's. I've tried First Person Shooters and everything, but I really enjoy Fable. It's amazing.

Like, (from above) Don't get me wrong, I love my Heavenly Father, but I just don't understand His reasoning..and I know I don't have to, but it bothers me. I'm also very grateful that I'm graduating. I'm so relieved to get out of High School. It's overrated.

Well...Later.
:)
-Becky

Monday, February 9, 2009

Angry-Hating High School-Hopes for the Future.

I quit my job, mostly because I couldn't handle the stress of working, going to school, dealing with everything that's been happening, and I don't know. I was just so overwhelmed with everything that I couldn't handle it anymore. I felt bad, but at the same time a lot of stress I'd been feeling relating to work and hours went away.

Too bad, the school couldn't not cause me more stress. I'm so angry at the school right now. Okay, I've been sick..and they've done absolutely nothing but harass me. I didn't turn in absence notes, didn't really think about it because hey, I go to school to get an education, not worry about the school intruding upon my business. Secondly, I didn't even have the notes to turn in..so I didn't worry about it. Well, the Assistant Principal, AP for short, in charge of the attendence note thing, calls me into her office and has this bad attitude and sticks me in lunch detention, for the whole hour..I didn't go, because, quite frankly, it was stupid...and I didn't want to. Well, then, they assign me a full day of ISS, over being absent. It was completely ridiculous..I call my mom and she clears up my absences..and they tell her I'm completely clear..what they didn't tell her is that I still had to serve ISS. She tells me I'm clear...well..I don't go to ISS Monday Morning, because I was supposed to be clear. So second period, they call me in and take me to ISS. I got pissed...and called my mom..and went ot ask the AP about it..and she said that it didn't matter that my absences were cleared, I still had to serve ISS. At this point, I'm crying, because as a student, there is absolutely nothing I can say to this women to get me to listen to her...and it frustrates me...so much. My mom pulls me out of ISS, we try to get things cleared up, instead we sit in another women's office and she tells me..that..

1. I have no rights as a student, if I'm given directions, I MUST follow them.
2. That I deserve more then one day of ISS, since I'm making logical points..
3. That no matter what I say, I can't get out of ISS..and that all I want to do is argue with her about why I'm in ISS.

I'm crying so hard and she's still being Miss-I-don't-care-about-your-problems. I make a point that I'm missing more class and she says that it's helping my education to sit in ISS. And then claims that..

1. Teacher's have no impact on education.
2. The administration has the right to tell me what to do.
3. I have no rights and no say in what's good for MY education.
4. Only the administration matters in terms of education.

Don't you think it's illogical for them to stick me in ISS for being ABSENT. It's like, come on stupid...let's let you miss MORE school...and ruin your future even more by telling you that you won't graduate. They use that threat so much and all it does is make me angry. I've worked to hard for too long for them to tell me some kind of--if only I cussed--like that. They act like they can stop me from succeeding. I'll be dead before they do that. If I don't graduate, then I'll get a GED, take my full scholarship to Hutchingson Community College and then transfer the next semester. I'm not stupid and I will succeed with or without their support. It just makes me angry that they would rather suppress a student and teach them that thinking is bad rather then acknowledge the fact that sometimes things are more then just black or white. I hate how they tell me I won't be successful, sorry, I'll be successful, because I've had good parents, grandparents, friends, and teachers who have embraced the fact that I know how to think. Thank God for them, because I know that all public school teaches you is to follow and suppresses free thought. I can say that, debate, Mr. Cunningham, Mr. Tansil, and a few other teachers actually teach students to THINK.

Sorry, I'm totally slamming public school, but I see an inherent flaw in my school and it frustrates me that no one is looking for a solution for why so many Title 1 schools fail. It's not teachers or students, it's the mindset that the administration works under and right now..the one at Del Valle...sucks, majorly.

I'm so angry.
But, wish Del Valle High School CX Debate teams Good Luck at districts,
and text/call/message me if you need to talk.
Love you guys.
-Becky

Friday, January 16, 2009

I'm a bit offended..

Well, I'm working from kubuntu, because I got a laptop from debate and my boyfriend decided I needed to learn something new...and that's not why I'm offended.

I really feel like this "drama" from some girls at church is getting out of hand and a bit more personal then I am comfortable with. I have no problem with anyone at church, because honestly..there isn't a reason for me to be. We are all daughters of our Heavenly Father, who will help each of us and who loves each of us the same. I don't intentionally hurt anyones feelings or make them feel bad. I am personally, offended about some comments that were made about me. Yes, I did just loose my Dad..and yes, I can afford to cut some people some slack..and I really wish that no one had to go through death..because the only person that can console a death is God...I am just feeling overwhelmed with some contentious feelings now. Feelings that didn't exist, 20 minutes ago. I mean, geez, how is it that this is one-sided? I just lost my dad, I understand the sense of loss, the pain, all of that. I can't hold the things that people say out of grief against them, because it's really easy to get angry when you know that there isn't anything that anyone can do.

A few weeks ago, the Bishop gave us a lesson on forgiveness. I chose to forgive, the moment that the Bishop showed us what forgiveness allows us to do. I chose to forgive long before that..maybe I am not implementing my forgiveness correctly, but I don't know what to do anymore. If I'm nice, then it seems superficial; if I'm polite, it's not genuine; if I joke around, it's mean; if I respond, it's not Christ-like. I really want a resolution and I felt like things were getting better. I haven't been to church in a few weeks..and maybe I missed something..but I'm sure someone would have told me if something bad happened. Now I'm really stressed out..and really want someone to talk to..because I need advice. I'm not sure why this couldn't have been resolved a long time ago. I really, truly, don't know what it is that I even did wrong in the first place, but however I offended whoever I offended, I truly apologize. I hate the idea of having someone not like me, but I am aware that I can never go back and change any of it.

That's the problem though, isn't it? I can't go back, because let me tell you something, I would go back and change so much..just little things that I could have done differently..especially concerning my Dad. The thing is that we can't go back, so we have to FORGIVE one another and ourselves for the things that were said and done. Ultimately, that forgiveness, has more to do with yourself..then anyone else. I mean, do I really want to let go of the hurtful things that were said to me? Do I really want to let go of the things I could have done differently? Do I really want to give all my sorrows and pains to my Savior? Do I want to give my control over my life to my loving Savior? Do I want to let him take my pain and forgive? I know, it's easy to say, "yes, I can"..but how easy is it really? The plan that our loving Heavenly Father put in place for us to help us grow strength sounds so simple. But as humans, we have the natural instinct to try and read another person and judge them based on our own knowledge of their sufferings, but the reason that Christ commanded us in Luke, to not judge one another is so that we can better forgive. How can I judge what's in the heart of another? I can't, but I can trust the heart of my Heavenly Father and of Jesus Christ. Christ's sacrifice proves so much that he loves each of us. The best person to judge forgiveness is our loving Father in Heaven, no one else can even begin to understand the pains of our hearts, better then He. So why don't we leave the judgments of someone else's heart, up to our God? What it comes down to is humility, can we really give all of this to God and give him control over our lives?

Like, don't get me wrong, this is my testimony, I would never in a million years claim that I am perfect at not judging people's hearts, feelings, or lives...I'm just making an observation about how each of us view forgiveness. I confess that I am really bad about it, a lot of the time. But, it's not something I am proud of and definitely not something I do because I want to inflict pain on someone else. I do it to avoid pain for myself. Call me selfish, but I am striving to be Christ-like, but I know that I have so far, so far, to go. Christ is the perfect example, He, knowingly, walked into our pains and afflictions, so that we may feel relief from them, both in this life and the life to come. The funny thing is that He knew, what He was facing and so did Our Father, but He walked into it, out of love and devotion to all of us who were unable to lead our own lives without a path for redemption. He knew that He was to be doubted by Thomas, but He still loved and trusted him. Shouldn't we do the same? Should we walk into a situation with good intentions only to think, because we can't truly know, that we will be hurt? It's a very human desire to want to avoid pain, but I think I will sacrifice my own hurt feelings and my own pain, in order to somehow resolve this whole thing. I am willing to get my feelings hurt because I want this situation to be over with. I will forgive anything that is said, even if I don't forget right away, because I hate seeing this divide in the Young Women. I'm not saying that I just want to be acquaintances, I mean, friends or at least, friendly. I would rather be hurt then have to cause pain, I am willing to trust that God will give me the strength to not loose my temper, to not stay hurt, and to forgive.

-Becky

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

I love you Daddy, you will be missed. RIP!

"Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy."- Eskimo Proverb

This is that kind of blog, that kind where you never know exactly what to say or how to put things...and I'm a the kind of person who is never unable to use my words to convey what I'm feeling..so hopefully this isn't the most horrible peace of writing ever and I know you'll forgive me..but I guess I shouldn't worry about what you guys think of it...

I asked my mom if I could write the obituary, but I have no idea how to start or how long it should be or anything. I feel like, somehow this is my way of saying goodbye to him. I love to write, so I am hoping that it will make him proud of me..or that somehow it will lessen the grief I feel. I just know that it will make me feel so much better if I get everything that I'm feeling off my chest. I loved him very much, even though we argued like crazy..I still loved him..and I know he loved me. I want him to know how much..and now I'll never get the chance to tell him...I know he knew..but I look back and I want to take so much back and I can't. I hate that feeling, where you can't change something no matter how hard you try...the only thing we can do is pray for him to rest peacefully and for us to have the strength to live our lives without him. I know he's never fully gone..and that this isn't the end..but that doesn't stop me from missing him. Gosh..I just want everyone to promise me that they will never go to sleep angry with anyone and that they will tell people that they love, I love you as often as possible. Everytime you say goodbye make sure they know how much you love them.

I'm just not really the same person I was in the past. I'll never, ever, be the person that I was...because part of me is gone. I have so many memories with my Dad..my loving Daddy...like, when I got my heart broken, for the first time..I was, seriously like 16..and I cried to him..and he just held me..and told me that I needed some chocolate ice cream and chick flicks...or something to that effect. I'll miss that kind of humor..and I'll never forget the times he held me when I was sick..or all the times he'd wake us up really early and take us garage saling. I'll miss those times, forever, but I can't bring them back..and I'm so happy that I have them..because somehow that makes his passing more of a bitter sweet then a bitter memory.

You know that cliche..where they say that laughter is the cure to grief...and it's so true..I am so grateful for my family..and for my chosen family..Travis and all of my friends who have stood by me. A lot of people really surprised me..and I'm am just so grateful for all the support I have recieved. You have no idea how much just being there has helped me..how all the prayers..are helping...just keep praying and doing whatever you feel you need to. Travis...tried so hard the whole time he was here to make me and my family laugh..and he helped us so much.

I think I'm going to try and go back to school soon, I might miss some days next week..so I'll probably be at school on Thursday.....not that I'll be functioning. I just don't really want to keep explaining it to people..so if you see me..please don't ask. You can hug me..but I don't want to have to explain..because everytime I do..I have to relive this morning..over and over...and I can't do that...it hurts so much...

Anyway..this was long-winded..but I hope that it made you think and remember your loved ones. The quote at the beginning was something my sister's friend left on her facebook, that I absolutely adore. I guess there is a new star in the Heavens tonight. I know he's looking down and sending his love..I just really want a hug.

I love all of you.
-Becky

Sunday, December 7, 2008

Two months is a long time!!!

Wow! I should post more, but here's an update..for all of you have been going crazy...not talking to me..or reading from me. Well, this is my update, sorry if it's a little long..and boring!

So, I'll start with school or schooling...first. I got into Sterling College in Sterling, KS. Woo...but I've realized just how much debt I would have to incur and just how scary it is to go into debt..especially in a spiraling economy. I mean, they awarded me a $9,000 dollar scholarship, per year, but....that still leaves me with $13, 500 to figure out, of course, this excludes my FAFSA..but I don't know how much I'm going to get for that...so..I can't really bank on a lot of money. So I will be in debt..my debate coach says that it's better to try a community college, out-of-state, because I could get a full-ride and be picked up on the college radar for debate. It's like a blow to my pride to hear that...and it's hard to think of that. It's a back up plan. It's not ACC, it's Hutchinson CC in Kansas.....and like..they have housing...and I can be picked up that way..I don't know..we'll see. I guess I have a lot of praying to do.

Now, on to...Senior Year! It's been crazy and insane! Like I keep thinking I hope I don't get burned-out from all the work...like..working and going to school..but I don't think I will..I mean, people do it all the time...and plus, I am having some fun. I can't wait for graduation..but I'm nervous...still.

It's Christmas-Time!!! =] We're "putting up the tree" So I got to go..and help clean up..some. We just had to clean a part of the garage. :)

-Becky

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Pray for Kayla...

All the people that read this probably have never met her, but please pray for her anyway.
Kayla, had a recent kidney transplant, well her body rejected the kidney..please pray for her.

And please pray for her family as well, Kayla is Travis's brother...
right now they just left for Louisville where Kayla is in the hospital...
Travis, his mom, Nicole, and their Aunt are all on their way down there right now.
Pray that it will be a safe trip...and for Kayla's recovery.

Thank you guys so much..
-Becky

Sunday, August 31, 2008

Senior Year...Beginnings.

It's been too long since I've last blogged. (lol) Well, just to recap my first week..I hated it. The school, won't count my ACC credit so I plan to test out of PE or take it online. I'm not getting German..but I do have a class with Travis now..so that's a plus. I think out of the whole day, my favorite class is Anatomy and Physiology. I hate science, but the teacher is so nice and she's absolutely hilarious. Plus, I actually talk to people in that class. I am hating my English class, which is nothing new..but like..the teacher is so CONDESCENDING! I'm not even kidding. She treats us like little kids...we have to turn in vocabulary words..and she's requiring that we read 150 words or more per six weeks. I do it anyway, but she is making us write essays on it. It's an AP class..and she's REQUIRING notebook checks. She's is giving handouts and not notes..and she's acting like I have no idea how to pass a test. It's frustrating. It's just the way she says things. I can't explain it. 'I don't expect many of you guys to pass', 'I have never had less then 70% of my students pass, but I don't expect that from y'all'. Ugh..I can't stand it. Like, because we attend Del Valle High School..none of us are intelligent at all. I always have problems with my English teachers, but she's just like...juvenile. I'm an auditory learner, handouts DON'T help me. I'm so frustrated with the class. I actually miss Mrs. McCombs...and that's really hard for me to admit. We have to get all the books we read approved by her--who are you to tell me what to read? Ugh. Ugh. Ugh. I am just so frustrated. There are a few students who know what we're doing and we're all so disgusted with what she's saying. I don't like her..and I don't like how she treats her students. I ask a question and she totally ignores me. I answer her questions and she stops letting me answer. She thinks we're all idiots, but I don't think an idiot could score a 3 on last year's test. I understand this test is over literature, but don't tell me I'm an idiot..without thinking twice! Ugh. I suck at multiple choice, but I can write. Give me an essay already..and I'll prove you wrong!

Anyways, my other favorite class is Tech Theatre. I'm not loud and don't do drama well, so I opted for my fine arts credit to be Technical Theatre. This class has been so fun..so far. I really am looking forward to it. It's easy..and the teacher is great. =] I have a PE class, and what kind of PE class makes you walk around a gym for half an hour? They won't count my credit..but they'll make me walk around a Gym. I'm hating it because these little freshman, i mean sophomores, are so vulgar and disgusting. They keep making nasty comments about how they want to ________ random girls. I told them one day..to just stop because girls aren't attracted to little boys who do nothing but talk. They make fun of people all the time..I always tell them to stop. I tried ignoring it..but it's hard when they sit next to you during stretches..it's uncomfortable. I just tell them to stop when they start being stupid. For the most part, they have stopped, I know i totally sounded like a teacher or something..but I really don't care. It scared them..the rest of the class thinks they are immature..so it makes me laugh. What's with high school students standing up for what's right when they realize it's not cool to be an idiot? They all laughed at these boys..but as soon as I tell them it's not funny and that they need to stop..suddenly they agree and stop laughing? I guess I just made them realize that they can have fun and be mature about it.

So, I'm hoping this year gets better. It's already looking better. I'm kind of sad because I can't wear skirts to school because of PE. We don't get to dress out. I think I'm going to anyway and I'll change at lunch..and walk around in b-ball shorts the rest of the day. lol.

-Becky