The End of my Teens...

I didn't even realize that I'm exiting my teen years until Sam told me...in my Birthday card. This is about as bad as the time I saw Ms. October was younger than me!!!

OH NOES!!!

Although, I really did enjoy my birthday. I ruined another birthday surprise this year. Sam was gonna come to my room at midnight and give it to me, but instead, I came to her room at 10:30 the night before my birthday. She had me leave her room, close the door, and then knock to give me my present...which was a barrage of silly string...

...

Anyways, the day wasn't jam-packed with anything exciting, but I still enjoyed it a lot. Thanks a lot for the many wall posts I got!

Now what's next? CANADA!!! James, myself...and possibly Sam...

Still debating when I'm telling that to Dad...

Simon

Who is 19...?

CHRIS IS 19! WOO!!!

Simon

He Said, She Said...

I told my mom I was planning on going to Canada over break.

She asked who with.

I said James.

She asked what I'd be doing.

I said bar-hopping.

She said I should go to Florida where it's warmer to see my grandparents.

I said that they probably wouldn't buy alcohol for me though.

>_>;;

Simon

Give Blood...!

NOW!

Simon

Oops...

Kinda skipped a couple of days. Well, at least I got TWO posts in a row...

All that needs to be said is that James came up Saturday, went to see Jim Breuer, slept on Sam's couch while Mike and Shannon were in our room NOT having sex ('Til Marriage' kinda girl), got up, did homework, went to Wesley for Sunday dinner, James came back to watch the Oscars with us, went to Sam's room, then went back to the room to find...

...a sock on the door...

FUCKING HELL!!!

Second time in a row I'm kicked out of my room. A bit annoying really, especially since I'm banished to my couch from all of that NOT love-making they are doing.

When I saw it, I went straight in to Total Douchebag Mode. I let the door slam, I went up to our door, knocked loudly, then opened the door, got my alarm clock, made a few mean, yet "subtle" comments (although, if you know me when I'm upset, 'subtle' is just me sounding extremely annoyed, but never directly saying it), walked out, said, "goodnight", and threw the sock on Mike's bed.

It made me feel a bit better about the situation. Then, I got shoes on and went to McD's. A manager there was supposed to send me a Letter of Recommendation, but the guy ended up going on VACATION, so he kinda flaked out on me a bit. What's worse is the letter and stuff is due FRIDAY! AAAARRRRGGGHHHH!!!!

And now, I'm under the impression that Val is wanting me to come over during Spring Break. This is kinda sticking me in a hard place, though. Sam and I aren't together. We're just kinda seeing each other a bit. There is no exclusivity between us. The problem doesn't lie in me contemplating whether or not it's justified to sleep with Val. Quite the opposite, in fact...

I DON'T want to sleep with her, at all...because of Sam...

Right now, we're doing things that normal couples would do, but I get the feeling that while she's comfortable with it, she's feeling awkward at the same time. A relationship is not what she wants. Not to say she's just using me and going to throw me away the second she sees another potential boy, but there's nothing stopping her from seeing other people. I'm slowly realizing that not only do I feel some kind of quasi-obligation to not see Val...but I could care less about other members of the opposite sex. I like her...and she doesn't want serious things to happen...and I'm going to get hurt: the warnings she gave me before any of this started.

Aww shit...

I'm really unsure what to do. She's planning on going to Canada with James and me over Break, and right now she has so much stress on her shoulders from schoolwork that I'd feel bad about adding anymore to it, especially since I'm one of the few things right now that's keeping her sane. So, it's looking like I just postpone confronting her about it for a while and just pretend everything is fine.

Great...

Simon

Second Day in a Row...

I'm doing well with this, so far...

Today, as I was getting ready for work (at 3:55, when I needed to be there at 4), I couldn't find my hat and tie. Then I thought about it...

I took it off in my car.

So, I ended up calling them and telling them I was going to be late, since my car is in the Freshman Lot, which is pretty much like a quarter mile out of my way to work.

I get to my car...and it's not there!!! I start freaking out. So, I drive back to my room, I go in, and I just start searching. I eventually found it...in the couch! THE COUCH EATS EVERYTHING! Calculators, homework, keys, pillows, remotes, condom wrappers (yes, I found one of those once...), and now this! So, I finally got to work...11 minutes late. Damn...

Tonight, I went to see The Royal Tenenbaums at Wesley Church. I hated it the first time I saw it (maybe because it was weird and I was 12), but this time it was REALLY GOOD. I ended up apologizing to my friend, Alan, who pretty much faps to anything made by Wes Anderson.

And now, my keys are locked in my car. GRR! DAMN YOU CAR!

Luckily, James is coming up here on Saturday and is bringing the spare key he picked up from my house!!! WOOO!!!

Time to go! Peace out!

Simon

Back to the Norm...?

Perhaps.

It's been increasingly difficult to remember all of the events that transpire in a day's time, much less a full week. I was sitting in my Statistics class yesterday, looking at different links on Digg.com, when I came across a list of 20 random words of wisdom from a middle-aged man to the youth. One of the things listed was to keep constant journal entries. I'm no believer in signs, but I did get something out of reading the post.

I think I might start redoing Daily Updates for a while.

It was so much better for me when I did them, really. Even if all I had to say was completely arbitrary, I still enjoyed typing, which is something I tend to dread (not counting IMing). On top of that, I've been meaning to get another good rant, which I feel I haven't produced since my Senior year, so hopefully returning from my hiatus of the Daily Updates will fix that.

Moving on...

I was expecting to have a quiz on Thursday for my ECO class, but it turns out that I had it yesterday. Kinda sucked, considering I didn't study at all for it. I think I got at least a B+, although the last time I thought that, I got a C. Ouch...

It turns out that I have a Stat quiz tomorrow, which I didn't know about. So I have a bunch of homework for me tonight after work! WOO!!!

Really though, minus the schoolwork, I'm doing quite good up here. I know a few of people have commented on how I've changed since high school, not knowing if it's good or bad. Quite frankly...I'm glad I've changed! Yeah, change isn't always good, but overall, it's been awesome.

I've kinda mentioned this, but only in vague detail: There's this girl...

In one of the first few times in God knows how long, I'm able to say that line without a sense of frustration coursing through me. I've been told that I am the most impatient person when it comes to women. In high school, I tried to win women over with the intent of having a long-term relationship in mind. That failed. My first semester of college, I tried other means of gratification with the opposite sex. I guess in sense that worked, but really, it's not what I wanted.

Then Sam came along...

Sam actually went to school with my roommate and our friend Alan. Their good friend, Billy, who goes to UofM, dated Sam for the first part of the first semester. One rocky relationship later, she was single again. Sam was a person I tried to hook up with early on, but Billy was a factor I didn't want to mess with, so I went another direction.

We ended up hanging out a lot after inviting her to see Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind at the church one Thursday night. She's funny, cute, and a pain in the ass as we bicker back and forth at each other (Why am I so attracted to the type?!). Lately, we've been seeing a lot of each other. She's stayed over a couple of times and we enjoy being around each other.

We aren't doing the Boyfriend/Girlfriend thing. Right now, there's a couple issues with that. There's actually a good chance nothing will come of this in the end, something I've been aware for the last month. Strangely, it doesn't matter to me. For once, it doesn't bother me what the future holds. We're both very much winging this whole thing at the moment...and we're both content with our current situation.

Why ruin a good thing with worries?

Simon

Mr. Radcliffe - The Greatest Teacher in the Universe...

February 11, 2008

To Whom It May Concern:

This letter of recommendation is for Chris Coston, whom I had the privilege
of instructing as a junior in Contemporary United States History class and as
a senior in Advanced Placement United States History class.

Both inside and outside of my classroom, I have found Chris to be a good-
humored, inquisitive, and industrious student who takes responsibility for
his own education and who consistently and willingly travels the proverbial
extra mile when it comes to his assignments.

Yet, this typifies Chris’s attitude toward his entire education. He pays close
attention to details and does not hesitate to ask questions and seek more
information. Chris earned every high mark he received through hard work,
strong study skills, a teachable spirit, and a commitment to excellence,
regardless of the difficulty of the work.

Chris has also demonstrated the effective leadership skills of organization,
reliability, punctuality, and communication. His participation in class
discussions in Advanced Placement U.S. History were always a level above
his peers, and it was consistently evident that Chris took the time to carefully
prepare topics of discussion ahead of time. I knew that when student-led
discussions were scheduled for later in the week, Chris could be relied upon
to lead and guide those discussions. Furthermore, I am hard-pressed to
remember Chris being absent or tardy to any of my classes.

When I think of the most essential leadership skills necessary for students
to possess in the challenging world of the twenty-first century, I cannot help
but think Chris is well-equipped for success, whether it is in the academic
environment or the workplace. Chris Coston is one of those rare gems that
works hard, communicates well, is punctual, reliable, and diligent. He pays
close attention to details, and he is willing to do what it takes to see that the
job is done right. When considering Chris for the McDonald’s National
Employee Scholarship, please give Chris your utmost consideration.

Sincerely,

Michael E. Radcliffe
Social Studies Department Chair

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Radcliffe has set a new standard in my book for 'awesome'!

Simon

Another Monday, Another Update...

It was so much easier to do this when it was daily and not weekly...

For the most part, all I remember about last week is that it sucked. I had an exam I wasn't prepared for (although, I finished first and think I got an A- on it) and hanging out with Dad consisted of working with him at McD's.

Still, there were fun elements. I played this cool Western Card Game called "Bang!". I got to hang out with TJ all Thursday afternoon, then seeing the theatre peeps at GHS (even though Nick coming by depressed people he hung around). Sibs Weekend had its ups and downs, but really, I'm glad I did it (if more people actually stayed on campus this weekend...maybe not...). Sam and I got to hang out again, which consisted of watching Wayne's World and getting a whopping hour and a half of sleep before I was booted out the door at 6:30am.

A dirty little secret? Perhaps.

Simon

To Update...

I haven't truly updated since last Friday, so I figure it's about time. It's harder to do a retrospect unless I update.

Monday through Thursday, CMU hosted a blood drive. I was pretty excited...that is, until I found out that the first day I could give blood again was on Friday. Laaaaame! I don't really know why I give blood. I was asked...and I wasn't sure how to respond. I could say that it's for "saving up to 3 lives", but I don't even know if that's it.

It's fun, I guess...

Thursday, I ended up walking out of my TAI170. We had some acting exercise that required leaving to another room. It sounded more fun after attendance to just walk the other way. I ended up buying tickets to a Jim Breuer show and two posters...leaving my ass broke 'til Wednesday. So, pretty much, best skip ever.

Saturday was a very fun day. Even the annoyances were pretty fun. Only had to work 9:15-1:30, which meant I got to sleep in..at least more than usual for a Saturday. I ended up getting a call from some friends late afternoon that their car wouldn't start. So, I picked them up...and we went to IHOP and right next door to the novelty store. Pancakes and Porn: A Great Combination. Later that night, my friends needed a ride to a party. They had already 'pregamed' so it was a bit of a nuisance, but still pretty funny in retrospect. After THAT, I had my friend Sam come over for Scrabble and movies. Made for a fun night.

My women situation seems to be fluctuating rapidly. Thursday, it was just fail, AIDS, and etc. Now...a bit more questionable...but things seem to be vastly improving. Somehow, Re-Animator works as a great date movie. It must be the mad scientists, B-Horror gore, full frontal nudity, and zombie rape...

This weekend, CMU is hosting their Siblings Weekend, which means me coming to Greenville Thursday, working Friday, and picking up Trever that night to bring him to Mt. Pleasant for fun, games, and badass action movies.

WOO!!!

Simon

Good weekend...?

Aww yeah!

Simon

Dreams...

I keep having nightmares when I go to bed. It's usually the same one at least once a week.

In my dreams, I'm usually at my house, doing something different each time: playing video games, watching TV, doing homework, or trying to sleep. I always get interrupted by a strange presence in the room. I'd look around, not see anything, then go back to what I was doing. Then, she'd make herself noticed...

...Josie...

...and it'd be too late. By the time I notice her, she's already trying to kill me for whatever reason. She swats and bites at my leg. I'd kick her away, but she'd spring right back up to finish the job. I would somehow make it out alive, only to confront Ashley about it. I would leave her with an ultimatum between me and the cat.

Why the fuck does she always pick Josie?!?!

Simon