*Saturday July 9, 2011-Day 14 of LSM*

Today has been a tiring day and it's only 10 a.m. I hate my teeth, they hurt really bad and I can't play a lot because of that!!! I hate it. Really just wish I didn't have to worry about them. It's just something else I have to worry about. But my solo is coming along good, and I'm glad of that. My piano class today, was taught by someone else, cause our original teacher was not there. And we actually learned something. lol!!! But last night I talked to Joey. He said he has a really bad ear efection and he was going to the doctor cause it was getting worse. I hate being away from him. It sucks, because our relationship is going down hill and it sucks. I hate it. Then I go back to school in August and so does he and we are never going to be able to see each other!!! :( Even when I get home I don't think I will be able to see him a lot, because of him working in Clinton now. And I think that we might break up, because of that and I think he might not be too much in this relationship anymore. Because he seems distance, like won't tell me anything. Ad he hasn't sad I love you in forever. So I'm starting to think that maybe he don't. Well I have to go to small ensemble so talk to you later.

Me and Karina Day 14

Day 14 Funny Picture

*Friday July 8, 2011-Day 13 of LSM*

Sorry I didn't write yesterday. I had a bunch of stuff going on and had no down time at all. I had my lesson yesterday, it went pretty well. We mainly worked on my solo, which is getting a little better. I really just wish that I could go home on the weekends or something, because while I am here I feel like I am missing out on a bunch of stuff at home. Like seeing my boyfriend and hanging out with everyone. Well, last night was really rough for me, because I when I tell everyone about Joey, they say to break up with him, but I like him a lot, and don't want to even though I know he treats me bad. I think it's because he is the first real boyfriend I have ever had. And I don't want to lose that. I feel like I can tell him everything and he tells me a lot. Just there is something there that tells me I shouldn't be going through this much stress just to be with him. And I am really worried about him cheating on me. Or just him hurting me to go out with someone else or something. I don't feel like our connection is there anymore, since I have been here, and I knew this was going to happen, but I hope we work though it. Cause I like him, and the thing is I don't listen to those people, I'm going to do what I want. And another reason why I am with him is cause I just want a boyfriend, and if I break up with him I wont won't find anyone, so it makes me stay with him. But I don't want to get hurt. Which I probably will, but you always do. So last night we had a cluster party. It was awesome. I LOVE my cluster!! and my counselor Amanda!!! I feel like I can go to her about anything, and she will still expect me and not back out. and I love her for that!!! Today I am really tired. I really just wish we had a day where we could sleep!!! LOL!! And today my small ensemble went pretty well, we got through the whole song, which is good, cause it's the first time. I really loved Band today, but got so tired. we went through the program. sounded amazing!! Can't wait for the concert. I love working with Dr. Dobler, he is amazing. He is really nice and really understanding when you don't get a part. Then I have been doing nothing since then . Hanging out coloring, laundry, and got on fb for a little bit. Talked to Kassandra today, she said she is probably going to be moving to p-town. I'm excited!!!! Cause we would probably get to hang out a lot more!!! and just be closer. But she was mad because I didn't ask here to come with my mom to visit. I need some time apart. I love her and everything, but she starting to get on my nerves, so this is a nice way to get away from that. But it whatever. She'll get over it. I better go and talk to Karina about getting dressed before or after dinner cause we have master classes, then right after a recital.

 This is what I woke up to outside my window this morning!!!

 Got bored so made another star-burst tower!!! :)

 Me and Karina Day 13

*Thursday July 7, 2011-Day 12 of LSM*

Once again, I didn't write in my journal. So here are some things. Musicianship like normal. Then band where I probably fell asleep. Then I had a lesson, which probably went good. Then class piano which was praobably amazing like always. Then all hall activity. Not for sure what we did.

 Me and Karina Day 12

Day 12 Funny Picture

*Wednesday July 6, 2001-Day 11 of LSM*

Sorry about not writing in this for awhile. Well Saturday we went to the music store in down town Decorah. It was really fun. We got to walk around and go to different stores and stuff. Then we had Dorm Devotions led by Sue since Amanda was off. That was pretty interesting. Then dinner, which was good. Then we had a movie/game night. They watched Mega Min. I didn't want to , it didn't look that interesting. So we stayed back and played games and stuff. And I got no time to practice that day at all. It was a super packed day. Then Sunday we had church, which was long and boring like always. Then I went to Dunning Springs on a hike. That was pretty awesome, I really liked it. Then we had a Factual Recital, which was amazing!!! The two piano teachers played together, and it was amazing!!!! Then we had a meeting about stuff for Monday. Then I came up and hung with my cluster, before lights out. Monday was the 4th of July!!! It was really nice to get to sleep in and then the Brunch was amazing!!!! Then we had no idea where we were going, but we went to this Bible Camp Place, where we went canoeing, swimming and played ultimate Frisbee. And also went on a wagon ride around the place. Then we went and seen fireworks at Freemen, Wisconsin, they were amazing!!! They were just as good as P-towns. I was super excited to see them since last year and the year before we didn't. Then we didn't get back till after midnight. So Tuesday was not a good day I keep falling asleep in class. Then I had my lesson, which went pretty well. Then I wanted around till Piano class, which is pretty awesome, cause I have always wanted to play piano and I'm finally learning , it's so much fun. Then we had Band sectionals, they went well, I have to work on things/spots on my own when I practice. The Faculty Recital last night was cool and weird. Brooke Joyce did this really weird thing called "Only an Expert" . Then I came back and called my mom and talked to her for awhile. Then I called Joey and he said that he was tired and we ended up hanging up early then what we usually do. We both were really tired. Then I went out to my cluster and had a dance party, pretty awesome!!!! Then today I did not want to wake up!! Pressed my snooze twice. But I;m lucky that I don't have anything today so I can sleep. I was dozing off in band today when we had a bunch of rests. Well I don't know what to do about the whole Joey thing anymore, because he is freaking out because he hasn't seen me and everything, so I don't know, I think this is making our relationship go down hill, which is bad. I'm just going with the flow, so whatever happens, happens. I'm living day to day and not really looking to far ahead in life. Well I'm going to take a nap.

Me and Karina Day 11

Funny Pic Day 11

*Tuesday July 5, 2011-Day 10 of LSM*

 Once again I did not write in my journal. But just a normal LSM day. Musicianship with Brooke Joyce, learning those solfege hand signs!! lol. Then band, and then the rehearsal set-up, I forgot to go too. lol Then my lesson. I think that went good. Then Class Piano, which I loved. and then dinner, and after dinner band sectionals which I dislike. Then another amazing faculty artist recital. Then some sleep.

Me and Karina, Day 10

Me, Laura, Jennifer, Karin, and Destiny doing the "Creep". lol what a dance party night lol

*Monday July 4, 2011-Day 9 of LSM*

Well I did not write in my journal again. I was really busy actually. We went on Caravan this day. Which is a day where we get to go off campus, and have a good day. And this year they decided to do it on the 4th. We went to Sugar Creek Bible Camp, where we got to canoe, play fribese golf, swim, and take a hike if we wanted too. We also had a really good dinner. It was amazing. And we also had some amazing ice cream!!!! :) <3 Then we went to a little town and watched fireworks!!!! It was awesome to see them, when I have not seen them in 2 years. They were amazing!!! :) Then we didn't get till late, it was tiring, but all worth it!!! :)

 Me and Karina, Day 9

 Me, Karina, and Laura. Waiting for the fireworks to start!!! :)

 Sam, Me and Marissa. Acting silly, waiting for fireworks still.

 Adele,Me, and Karina as Twins!!! All have matching sweatshirts!!! LOVE U BOTH!!!! :)

 Oh, So this is Shelby(Shelbs), she is awesome and I love and miss her lots!!!!! :) <3

 Awesome Fireworks!!! :)

 Another picture of some awesome fireworks!!!! :)

So this person right here is the best counselor in the world!!! I love her to death!!! And she is awesome just to sit and chat about life with and she got me through some tough times, while I was at camp!! She is most cheerful and strong-willed person I know!!! She is just plane out right amazing!!!! Her name is Amanda!!!!!!! And I love her lots!!! And I miss her a whole heck of a lot!!! I miss hugging her every night and saying goodnight to her!!!!!! :) <3

*Sunday July 3, 2011-Day 8 of LSM*

Once again I did not actually write in my journal this day. So I will just touch on a few things that happened. Today was the first Sunday worship. And it was amazing. loved it!!!! Then some reaction and a trip to Dunning Springs and a hike!!! And some practicing along with that. Then a faculty artist recital in the evening.

So... we were meeting to go on the hike and noticed that we were a rainbow so we took a picture. lol

 Awesome Dunning Springs!!!!!

Me and Karina Day 8!!

Another picture of Dunning Springs!!!! :)