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It was a year of change and healing and hurting some more and more healing. This was the year I figure out what was causing a lot of my issues that I have been struggling with for many years. To help me I went to St. Louis for a church retreat. It was incredible! I really felt connected with God. I actually forgave those who hurt me. The retreat was truly life changing...but then I changed back and did a few dumb things, but hey I turned 16 this years – I’m suppose to do dumb things.
In August school started, and I’m currently a sophomore. School’s all right. I have good grades, but I don’t like it. When people ask me who my friends at school are, I say my sister. It is lame. But I do love Anna. She honestly is my best friend.
I’m in Show Choir this year. The all girls one. It’s fun! I actually really enjoy it. I am really excited for competition season in February! Show Choir is a huge commitment. I have a three-hour practice on Mondays, and am going to add a two-hour practice on Thursdays. It’s enjoyable and I like it, so it’s okay.
Also, I got a job in April. I work at the Y, previously known as the YMCA, but not anymore. I work in the Child Watch department, and I absolutely adore it! I think my job at Child Watch was the best thing to happen this whole year! It makes me so happy. I love spending time with the kids.
I’ve also been in three productions this year at a local theatre. I was in Aladdin at the beginning of the year, I was in Annie in the spring, and I was in 101 Dalmatians this fall.
During the summer and early spring I assistant directed some youth shows. I also ushered at “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown”. Oh and I ran the light board a few nights for “A Christmas Story”. I really enjoy being at the theatre.
Hmmm. What else? I teach Sunday School Classes to a 2nd grade class at my church. It’s cool. I went on a retreat this fall at my church, and that was fun, I met some nice people. I’m trying to get back in touch with God like I used to be, but I feel so far away that I don’t know if it will happen. I guess I can keep trying though?
Remember everyone to live REAL! Don’t be fake. Like legit. Just be yourself and deal with life. mmkaiii??
Merry Christmas!