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Final Post … 05/03/20

The semester is coming to an end, and that means this will be my very last blog post. At the beginning of the semester, I did not enjoy the idea of writing blogs each week. I thought it would be a waste of time and I considered it to be “busy work.” As the semester went on, I started to enjoy writing blog posts each week. It was a nice break from all my other school work that I had to do. It allowed me to stop and collect my thoughts on paper. I enjoyed writing blog posts each week because it was enjoyable to write about different topics. I enjoyed choosing my own topics, instead of having assigned prompts. Since the semester is coming to an end, I decided to not keep up with my blog posts, at least on this site. I did enjoy blogging, but I was not a fan of this website. If I decide to blog again, I most likely will create my own website or create a social media page, like Twitter, to express my thoughts and stories. Usually when I write personal thoughts, I use pen and paper. I did not enjoy writing stories on my computer. I enjoy writing stories on paper because it is more relaxing to me. I am really happy I had the chance to blog throughout the semester. Being able to blog each week has helped me as a writer. It has allowed me to express my creativity. I hope to continue to grow as a writer.

I have learned that I love writing.
Blogging allowed me to take time out of my day to relax and just write.

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High School vs. College (4/26/20)

Since I have experienced high school and college lifestyle, I can now see the similarities and differences between the two. When I think of high school, the first word that comes to mind is “discoveries.” The reason I use this word to describe high school is because as a person, you are still figuring out who you are. High school is a time to find your interests and hobbies. It allows you to discover different clubs, sports, friends, etc. High school can be tough. You have to learn as a person to grow your confidence. The building starts Freshman year and continues all the way until Senior Graduation. I personally enjoyed high school. It allowed me to grow as a person. It allowed me to experience different things. I came to find my true friends and my favorite hobbies. Now, college is much different than high school. If I had to describe college using one word, it would be “freedom.” College is a time to learn how to live on your own and how to make yourself happy. It is a time to step away from high school and experience real-life situations. I enjoy college because I have found people with the same interests as me and have met people from all over. I also enjoy being on a schedule and planning my day and weeks. So far, college has allowed me to truly find myself. Looking back, high school prepared me for college tremendously. I am very grateful for my teachers in high school. They prepared me well for college life.

University of Dayton
Magnificat High School

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4.19.20

During the past month, I have had a lot of time on my hands to think and reflect on things. Since I am home now, and not at school, I seem to have a lot more time to do things for myself. Instead of doing things for myself, I decided to try and do things for others. One of the major things happening in our world is the virus pandemic. There are certain people who can be affected more than others. The elderly are people who can be greatly affected. I had an idea in order to help this situation. My grandparents are still alive and they are currently living in their home where they currently cannot leave. I could not imagine the sadness they must feel since they cannot come in close contact with any of their friends or family members. I decided to think of something that I could do for my grandparents to make their day and put a smile on their face. I decided to cook a homemade meal and deliver the meal to their front door. I cooked them pasta, garlic bread, and a nice salad. With the meal, I included a handwritten note and some flowers. After delivering the meal and flowers to my grandparents home, I waited in my car until they noticed. I waved to them from afar and it warmed my heart seeing the smile on their faces. I felt good after completing this task. It made me feel joy seeing my grandparents and showing them that I love them. It is nice to think and do things for others, especially in times like now in our world.

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Self Care … 4/12/20

One of the most important things in life is to take care of our body. Doing little things to better our self care can make our bodies happy and healthy. In tragic times, like now, we need to really consider the proper techniques in order to keep our bodies healthy. Self care can mean a lot of things. It can be simply going on a walk, taking a hot shower, or reading a book. Self care is all about making your body happy. I personally have a self care routine I like to do for myself. My routine consists of waking up in the morning and eating a well-balanced breakfast to start my day off strong. Then after I eat my breakfast, I usually take my dogs on a long walk around my neighborhood so they can get some fresh air. After our walk, I go on a long distance run to clear my head. After my run, I like to take a long hot shower to release all my germs and refresh my body. Once I shower, I enjoy doing a facemask to open and clear my pores. I always feel so good about myself after working out and cleaning my body. After cleaning up, I usually work on my homework, or if I am finished with my homework, I usually listen to music and draw to relax my mind. There are many things you can do for yourself that help with your self care. The little things can make a huge difference with how you feel or present yourself.

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Quarantine … (4/5/20)

Right now, in our world, there are numerous things going on that are putting a “stop” to living a regular lifestyle. Because of these tragic situations, everyone is being told to be “self-quarantined.” Basically what this means is to be aware of your surroundings and to be cautious with the way you treat your body. These tragic situations happening have taken people away from their families, friends, jobs, schools, etc. I personally am very hurt by this situation since I am a Freshman in college. It was about to be the fourth quarter and everyone was so excited for the weather to start getting nice. But, something came our way of stopping those things. We were asked to leave our University due to a virus going around our world. All students and faculty were upset about this, but it had to be done in order for everyone to be safe and healthy. Now that mostly everyone is at home, people are starting to get bored with being in their homes most of the day. Everyone keeps complaining about being in “quarantine” but there are many ways to stay positive while all of this bad is happening. I personally am looking at the situation as a way of God allowing us to become more healthier and aware of our bodies. I also see it as a way of spending time with our parents and pets. Lastly, I see it as a way of God telling us to take more action in health and safety for our world. I believe if we all participate properly, the situation will soon be less of a problem.

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My Dogs …

When people ask me, “who are your best friends?” I respond with my dogs. People share a special bond with their pets and I am someone who shares a very special relationship with their pets. If I could describe my dogs using one word it would be “supportive.” Even though dogs can not talk, it seems like they can. An example of this is when I am having a bad day and I need to talk about how I am feeling. I lay down with my dogs and explain how I am feeling to them. I know that they can not give feedback, but their comfort makes me feel better about myself. My dogs show me so much love. They do this by kissing me, laying with me, and cuddling with me. My dogs are so lovable and make my home feel comforting. My dogs never talk back, they are always up for an adventure, they always give me the best greetings, and they are constantly there for me when I need them. Sometimes in life, I hold in my feelings. They tend to build up inside of me, which causes me to feel alone or sad. When I cannot let my feelings out, I go to my dogs. I talk to them about how I am feeling. They are great listeners. They support me with whatever I do. They both share a special bond with me. I am someone who makes sure my dogs are happy at all times. I believe if you care for your pets and show them love, they will always be happy.

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My Favorite Springtime Activity …

It is finally springtime and everyone is out and about. Everyone loves Spring since it is a transition from winter to warmer weather. Springtime is when everyone wants to be outside and enjoy the comforting weather. Everyone is coming out of “hibernation” and transitioning into activities that are outside that make them smile. The reason I love Spring is not just because of the warm weather, but because of Spring Break. Spring Break is a time to relax and rewind. Even if you do not travel anywhere for Spring Break, you are taking time for yourself to catch up with family and rewind the mind. I usually travel for Spring Break. My family’s go to vacation spot is Florida. The specific spot we go is Marco Island. Marco Island holds a special place in my heart. I have been traveling here since I was little. It is one of my favorite activities to do during springtime. The resort we stay at is magical. Everyone working at the resort is super upbeat and wants to make sure your stay is successful. When I attend this resort, I not only am spending time with my family, but also some of my closest friends. Spending time with family and friends on a beach is always a great time. Sharing laughs, conversations, and the rays of sunshine with all of these people is one of my favorite things to do. Florida is one of my favorite places to go during springtime. I love rewinding my mind and focusing on things that make me happy. I enjoy traveling, especially during Spring. It is always a nice time to travel.

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An Unforgettable Moment

It was a sunny, but snowy day in Perrysburg, Ohio. My family and I gathered together to celebrate Christmas together. The whole day, we spent time catching up with each other and sharing laughs together. My family always had a thought that my cousin Paige and her boyfriend Hunter would soon get engaged, but no one knew when that would be. They have a lovely relationship and they always support each other with everything they do. That day in Perrysburg, Paige and Hunter got engaged. My entire family got to witness the proposal. The room was filled with happiness and excitement for the newlyweds. My heart filled with happiness when I saw Paige and Hunter smiling together. Of course all the guys gave Hunter a bro hug, congratulating him. As for Paige, all the girls were crying and wanting to see the ring. I was so happy to welcome Hunter into our family. He is a great man who I know will treat my cousin Paige with kindness and love. This was truly an unforgettable memory for my family and I. I do not think we will ever forget this memory. The reason this memory will never be faded away out of anyone’s memory is because of the amount of happiness, tears, and smiles that filled the room on Christmas Day. To this day, Paige and Hunter are healthy and happy. Their relationship has remained strong. I am so happy to have Paige and Hunter in my family. They have always been so generous and kind towards me. With being the youngest one on my mom’s side, it is hard sometimes hanging out with the older kids. Paige and Hunter especially make sure I am welcomed into the conversations with all of the cousins.

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My Bucket List …

There are numerous activities that I want to accomplish for myself. Writing down my goals and dreams will help me accomplish the things on my bucket list. My bucket list consists of attending concerts, traveling to places I have never been to, foods I want to try, and many other things. The first thing I want to complete on my bucket list is going to see artists I have never seen live. The artists I want to see perform are The Lumineers, Luke Combs, and Mumford and Sons. These three artists are my favorite right now and I think seeing them live would be amazing. They are all great artists and I have been a fan of them for awhile now. The second thing I would like to complete on my bucket list is traveling to places I have never been before. The first place I want to travel to is Maine. This is the state my parents got engaged in. I would love them to show me all around and bring back happy memories for the two of them. The next place I want to travel to is Italy. I would love to go here since my entire family is Italian. I want to experience the culture and scenery. The last place I want to travel to is Hawaii. This state is so unique and beautiful. The next thing I want to complete on my bucket list is trying different foods. I am not a picky eater at all, so I think trying new foods would be exciting. I would love to try new foods when I eventually travel to new places. I believe I can complete my bucket list. It does not have to be all at once, but it could definitely be done throughout my entire life. I am someone who is adventurous and willing to try new things out of my comfort zone.

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My Future Plans …

When I was younger, my dream was to be a doctor. I have always loved observing medical workers when I have appointments. I never really knew what I wanted to do in the medical field, but I have always been interested in Physical Therapy. Throughout my life, I have gotten injured during soccer and gymnastics. This lead to numerous Physical Therapy appointments. My Physical Therapist is a great lady who is passionate about her job. I am truly inspired by her and her hard work. Going into college, I did not want to start my studies off with something specific. I chose Psychology as my major for Freshman year. I chose this major solely because I knew it would allow me to explore different classes with science. Being in many science and psychology classes, I have found that I love science. I enjoy my science classes and I succeed in these classes. By next year, I will be changing my major to Health Science with a focus in Physical Therapy. If I continue doing well in my science classes, I believe I can succeed in the future. After college, my plan is to go to medical school. I hope to intern at a hospital so that I can grasp a better sense of what working in a hospital is like. My goal is to become a Physical Therapist for athletes. With my passion for sports and medicine, I believe this would be a great career for me. Working with athletes will allow me to connect and grow a relationship with each patient. Not only will I help the patients gain strength and hope back, I can also give advice about sports and how to stay healthy. I can see myself learning a lot more after college. My hope is to use my knowledge to help young athletes grow and stay healthy.

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