Honestly, I never really thought I would end up here. I didn't know where I was supposed to be or what I was supposed to be doing. Coming here was a complete surprise, but a pleasant one.
It wasn't until early May, when my plans were still undecided, that my cousin suggest to me that I apply to Wright State and we could get a place together, which we've wanted to do ever since we were little and dreaming of being older. It took me a while to completely agree with her, but I did it, and now I can only thank her for giving me a great suggestion.
Needless to say my other cousin who graduated from here was very excited to see me going here, and getting to show me the ropes of how things worked. She helped Abby and I pick a good place to live, and taught me everything I know about how to get to school and get around.
So even though this was a complete shock to me, I think things worked out for the best. I had never pictured myself going here, it wasn't even on my list, but it has definitely been the best surprise for me, and quite the adventure. I know I'm going to have a great four years here.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Thursday, September 16, 2010
A Special Song
The Song "Melissa" by the Allman Brothers has been one of the biggest songs of my life for the past few years. My mom's name was Melissa, so after she passed away in 2005 this song became a way for our family to remember her well. It's the song that when it comes on in a restaurant or at home the family just looks at each other and smiles, because we remember her with this song.
When I miss her I'll put it on and think about the memories I have. And even though the Allman Brothers will never know, they've helped my family in so many ways simply by having made this song many years ago. I will always appriciate them for that.
In terms of rhetorical situation, it's fairly simple to decode. The genre is considered rock, but this song is very soft. The media is clearly music, and the song is from the album A Decade of Hits. The audience is definitely a lot harder to figure out. I don't normally listen to the Allman Brothers except for this song. I know my dad loves them, and so does one of my best friends. So I suppose the audience is more toward people who in general listen to their music. Or for people that find something special in the lyrics, like me. I feel like their stance and their purpose are kind of one in the same. The stance is to get across that a man can't go on without Melissa with him. And the purpose is to tell that story through the song. With lyrics like, "Knowing many, loving none, bearing sorrow, having fun, but back home he'll always run, to sweet Melissa".
My family
When I miss her I'll put it on and think about the memories I have. And even though the Allman Brothers will never know, they've helped my family in so many ways simply by having made this song many years ago. I will always appriciate them for that.
In terms of rhetorical situation, it's fairly simple to decode. The genre is considered rock, but this song is very soft. The media is clearly music, and the song is from the album A Decade of Hits. The audience is definitely a lot harder to figure out. I don't normally listen to the Allman Brothers except for this song. I know my dad loves them, and so does one of my best friends. So I suppose the audience is more toward people who in general listen to their music. Or for people that find something special in the lyrics, like me. I feel like their stance and their purpose are kind of one in the same. The stance is to get across that a man can't go on without Melissa with him. And the purpose is to tell that story through the song. With lyrics like, "Knowing many, loving none, bearing sorrow, having fun, but back home he'll always run, to sweet Melissa".
I love the story, and I love the song. It's always going to be one of my favorites, even if I have to dig deep into it and find it's stance. :)
My familyFriday, September 10, 2010
My Guard, My Girls
This is the first time since probably half way through my senior year I have been able to write about what i want to. And now that I actually have the chance to..I'm kind of stumped.
So I guess my best option is to write about what I miss the most from home, and that would be my guard. I got to see my guard girls every single morning, and two to three nights a week. We got to know each other and formed a very tight bond through the wind and the rain and the injuries. I spent four years with these girls and they mean the world to me. We've had epic fails, like my very first winterguard season, and total triumphs, like taking 3rd place at championships my senior year. I have gotten to watch the little freshman that were too scared to talk to us grow into confident upperclassman who take the floor to show what they have for the spot of captain.
They were always my biggest rock. No matter what we can tell when something is wrong with anyone else, and you can guarantee you're going to be surrounded by hugs and comfort. We listen when someone needs to talk, and talk when someone needs advice. We give out paper plate awards to show off peoples strengths, and have a sleepover to get to know all the new girls. We always had fun no matter where we were.
No matter where I go in life, or how many more amazing things I get to do, I'm always going to remember my four tremendous years with a truly gifted group of girls.
So I guess my best option is to write about what I miss the most from home, and that would be my guard. I got to see my guard girls every single morning, and two to three nights a week. We got to know each other and formed a very tight bond through the wind and the rain and the injuries. I spent four years with these girls and they mean the world to me. We've had epic fails, like my very first winterguard season, and total triumphs, like taking 3rd place at championships my senior year. I have gotten to watch the little freshman that were too scared to talk to us grow into confident upperclassman who take the floor to show what they have for the spot of captain.
They were always my biggest rock. No matter what we can tell when something is wrong with anyone else, and you can guarantee you're going to be surrounded by hugs and comfort. We listen when someone needs to talk, and talk when someone needs advice. We give out paper plate awards to show off peoples strengths, and have a sleepover to get to know all the new girls. We always had fun no matter where we were.
No matter where I go in life, or how many more amazing things I get to do, I'm always going to remember my four tremendous years with a truly gifted group of girls.
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