Amie

I had narrowed it down to two programs, one in Ireland and one in England. The one in England seems a little more affordable, and fits better with my major, so I think that’s the direction I’m gonig.
We’re setting it up to go Fall of 09, so I have plenty of time to secure scholarships and loans, and to save.
I’m telling my whole family about my SA fund, so hopefully they’ll give donations in lieu of presents for the holidays.
It’s so weird that this may actually be possible.
I’m trying not to get my hopes up in case it doesn’t work out.

School starts next week, and I plan to meet with someone to discuss going abroad next year.
It’s always been a huge dream of mine, but money has been an issue. Hopefully I can find a program and get aid to go.
It’s completely unlike me to leave on my own like this, and I’m probably going to be absolutly terrified if it works out, but I feel like I have to do it.

I live with my brother and his family at the moment.
I just moved to a new town for school, and am working part time so the money is not really available at the moment.
I’m scheduling classes next year to be able to work full time and am saving money so hoping by January I’ll have my own place!

I’m finding this difficult as I am currently staying on my brothers tiny closed in front porch with three books cases, a desk, a tv, and a futon. Barely enough room to walk let alone stretch.
I’m a little shy to practice in the living room in front of everyone and am having trouble finding time alone to practice.
I’m thinking about taking classes, but to be honest I would prefer to do it alone.
This one might be put on hold until the new apartment I’m afraid.

having a lot to say on the topics discussed in class but being to shy to voice them. When I’m called on I usually give the most basic answer to avoid truly expressing myself.
I often worry that what I have to say isn’t good enough. I hear everyone else’s answers and feel like I’m not in their league.
Everyone else seems so eloquent.
I often wonder how different my life would be if I just said what I wanted. If I didn’t hold myself back for fear of what people might think.
This year, I’m in a new town, in a new school. I would like to be less timid.

Started a small garden this summer.
It was nice to get my hands dirty as my grandma sat beside me, instructing my every move.
That was probably the best part.
The cucumbers I planted grew so fast! They’ve nearly taken over my yard! Tomatoes and lettuce are also doing well.
Next year I’ll go a little bigger.