Monologue

It sounds corny, but I actually learned a lot about myself this semester. I used to have a very cynical view of where hard work would get me throughout high school and never tried to earn amazing grades. I was more focused on my social life, having a good time, and just doing the work I needed to do to get me by. I didn’t understand the kids who went home and studied every day without enjoying their high school years. I don’t regret that now, because I did make amazing memories. But these past few weeks have shown me that “trying” does, in fact, pay off. I set a goal for myself in the beginning of the semester to be better than just “average”. I wanted to prove to myself above all people that I did have the capability to apply myself and get good grades. And it didn’t have to mean completely shutting down my social life, either. I had an enjoyable semester and I believe I’ll get grades that reflect the effort I put into my classes. Its a good feeling; working towards a goal and having something to show for it..

 

Published in: on December 6, 2012 at 6:24 pm
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My 10 Songs

My Playlist

My playlist:

1. “Young Blood” – The Naked and Famous
2. “Electric Feel” – MGMT
3. “Million Dollars” – Big Sean
4. “Loca People” – Sak Noel
5. “I’m Your Daddy” – Weezer
6. “Love in Brasil” – Andreea Banica
7. “Soul Meets Body” – Death Cab for Cutie
8. “Cemetery Gates” – Metallica (played every Halloween, my favorite holiday)
9. “Alors on Danse” – Stromae
10. “Shove It” – Santogold

Finding songs that I think represent myself was actually pretty difficult. I listen to a lot of different types of music, and what I listen to all depends on what mood I’m in. The songs above are just a few of the many songs that I think represent my mindset, sense of humor, interests, and personality. Certain songs on this list I heard in other countries or were produced in other countries, and they’re on this list because I love traveling and listening to foreign music. A lot of the songs on my list are upbeat because I consider myself someone who doesn’t like sitting still. My favorite types of music would have to be anything I can dance to, but I do have days when all I want to do is listen to classic rock. I listen to rap as well but I’m pretty picky when it comes to that genre. #3 is an example of one of the few contemporary rap songs I like because I think this represents some of my bigger goals. As you can see, I enjoy pretty much all types of music, apart from Country.. I really don’t like Country (sorry, Tennessee:)).

 

–Danielle Moreno

Published in: on September 15, 2012 at 11:59 pm
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