One

more day until my short-lived summer is over. I mean, it'll be summer for me again on July 28th. I start summer school tomorrow. I'm only taking World History 2. So, it's not the end of the world. I'm also going to be working with my mom on Thursday after class and Fridays. Sorry I'm updating so late. I have honestly been busy. So let's get to it.

Last Thursday: I updated talking about how lazy I had been. That didn't change. I went to the bowling alley with Chris and that was about it. I did constantly remember how awesome God and my family are. I just hope I can continue to remember that on days that aren't May 13 or November 17. I need to be able to remember on bad days too.

Last Friday & Saturday: Chris was off for the entire weekend. It was so nice. We ate out at Outback on Saturday. We fought over the check, and we both had out our money. The waitress took Chris's, of course. I'll try a hundred more times. He does so much for me, and I know that he needs his money for stuff besides me. It was a nice weekend.

Last Sunday: With Chris again. I don't remember all the details. I do remember having to go to bed early since I had a busy week ahead of me.

Last Monday: First busy day of summer. To start off the day I got ready to go to DPES. I tried to look professional. I wore a dress and heels. I felt like I was going to a real job. I signed in and headed to Mrs. Rhodes's class to begin my pre-teaching. Right when I walked in, Mrs. Agee was in there. I used to go to her class all the time. I liked helping her. She didn't know who I was, and I didn't wanna say anything. She greeted me by saying, "You're in college? You look like you're still in high school." My response, "Yeah, I get that a lot..." What a great way to start off my day. I try reminding myself I'll appreciate it one day, but I don't appreciate it now! I'm nineteen and a sophomore in college. Geeze. Okay, enough of the soap box. Moving on. Mrs. Rhodes's came in and told me that not a lot was going to happening over the week. The kids had to take some final tests and such. I was pretty quiet my first day with the second graders. I didn't know what to do. I ate chicken nuggets at lunch and sat with the teachers. It was so weird being with them instead of the students, since the last time I was there I was a sixth grader. Crazy, huh? Monday wasn't too eventful. I really didn't do much. It was my first day and I was nervous. I didn't get to see Chris really. I went by his house afterwards, but then Viv and I had to head to AUM so I could register. She and I went there and back, it was such a breeze! Viv left, but later that evening I had some people over. First, Bek and I caught up and then Viv headed over and we had some girl talk. Haha. Then we invited Zach and whoever he was with and then my doorbell rang and it was Zach, Joey, Mike, Nick, and Andy. We all just hung out and had a good time. It was so nice to see Mike and Andy! I haven't seen them in so long. The guys all left. Then Viv. Then Bek and I watched this movie that was on TV called The Net. We hadn't seen the beginning, so we were kinda lost for some of it. It actually turned out pretty good. Once it was over, Dad and I took Bek home, and once I got home I passed out!

Tuesday: Up bright and early for my second day. I don't remember all that happened that day. I know I ate gross spaghetti and green beans and made a note-to-self to check the cafeteria menu for the next day. I picked the kids up from P.E. that day and one of the girls wanted to hold my hand the whole way. She was annoying and cute at the same time. Mrs. Rhodes had informed me that she was a trouble maker the day before. The kids talked to me more that day, but I didn't do to much with them. I also learned that the new principal doesn't make them wear nice clothes every day, so I wore jeans the rest of the week. I still dressed cute, just more comfortable. Oh yeah, while they were gone at P.E. I went to go see Chris. That was a nice treat. We watched one of his home videos, it was hilarious. Then I hurried back to school, but got there fifteen minutes early still. I ended up having three pictures from three different girls in the class. They were so sweet! I loved them! They all called me Miss Hillman. I went back to Chris's after school because he had to work that night again. So we really hadn't been seeing each other that much. I didn't do too much when I left his house. I sat around my house and decided to make a trip to the bowling alley to see Chris and Mom. Then I went to Hardee's. I asked for a cheese burger with ketchup and pickles only. The screen they looked at to make the order had a note about mustard, and I ended up having everything on it. Oh well, I scraped off the onions and lived. That was about it for that day.

Wednesday: I did a lot more at school that day. One of the kids saw me in the hallway and said hey; he made my day! I graded papers and led a game of "SKUNK" that Mrs. Rhodes taught me. I went to the Snack Shack at a different time then the kids do, because I had that privilege. I loved being able to do special stuff. Like go into rooms that said "No Students Beyond This Point." It was cool. I got fries at lunch and some food from the snack store and Mrs. Rhodes and I ate in the classroom because one of the student's moms took the kids to lunch. I helped the kids to classwork that day. One of the boys made me an envelope! Haha. He said, "You can keep papers in it and stuff." It was adorable. It was just a great day! Once I got home, Chris came over for a bit. We hung out. We ate Popeye's I think for dinner. I got the chicken tenders like I use to instead of popcorn shrimp. They were still great! He then went to the gym while I went to Calvary. That was fun too. Richard and Scott were there when I got there. They were playing Nintendo, just like always. As they were playing, Scott goes, "So Courtney, did you ever get you a camaro?" (Everyone around there knows that a camaro has been my dream car for forever!) I nonchalantly said yes. He said, "Nu-uh." And I said, "It's outside." Richard threw down his controller and about broke the blinds off the window trying to see outside. Then we all went outside so they could see it. Scott was totally messing around, not thinking I actually had it :) It was the best. They asked why I didn't say anything and I said I didn't want to brag. They said they would have been, haha. Bo pulled up freaking out too. Then Scott's friend Brady, I think that's his name, came. It was a good lesson. I went back home and Chris came back over and we hung out.

Thursday: My last day with the students. Mrs. Rhodes said I didn't have to come Friday because they really weren't going to be doing anything. She put me in charge of the class immediately. She had to watch Mrs. Agee's class. I kept the kids doing their morning work. I did a pretty good job, if I do say so myself. Then I was sent to Miss Haywood's class because she apparently has a smart board. Mrs. Rhodes wanted me to see it. Unfortunately, she had to turn it in, but I stayed in her class until lunch anyway. Then back to my kids who were all yelling "Miss Hillman!" when I came back. It felt so good! Mrs. Rhodes's neighbor, Hannah was there to help for the rest of the afternoon. I must admit, I was kind of jealous when she was leading SKUNK with the kids, but I got over when I realized how happy they were to see me. She and I graded papers mostly. I had school pizza for lunch. I had been looking forward to it, and it didn't live up to my expectations. Oh well. I hugged the kids goodbye and got a picture with them. I don't think I'm allowed to post it online, so I won't. But let me tell you, these kids were adorable! I got another picture that day also. I was with Chris the rest of the evening. Went to the bowling alley and such. I ate lovely bowling alley food. Chris got $350+ from the league. And he got HIS 300 RING! I'm so proud of him. He said he's gonna give it to me after he shows it off and wears it for a little while :)

Friday: Stayed at home all day. Such a nice feeling. Hung out with Chris, then he left to go to the gym. Viv came over while he was gone and she and I hung out. Then Chris came back over. Then he left for work. I ate dinner with mom at Olive Garden. It was good. We got six Andes! Heck yes. I love those things. Then I went to Viv's to play SingStar. We didn't play for too long because my throat started to bother me. So we just hung out and talked for a while. I was there until about 10:45. Afterwards, I made a stop at the bowling alley. Kyle let me sit and the front with Chris and take money and put on wristbands. I just sat there, since it wasn't my job. But it was fun hanging out. I finally went home and passed out!

Saturday: I hung out with Chris. I don't remember what we did. Sorry Chris. Oh yeah, we went to Sabrina's graduation. We weren't there long thought because it was in a crowded gym with no air conditioning. I got really light headed. But hey, I gave her money. That's what she wanted anyway. I met Chris's dad and some other people from his family. They were all nice. It was a good day though. Sonic for dinner. Dad and I went bowling. I did terrible. I'm just not good enough to figure out the lanes. I started to get it toward the end of the third game though. Viv, Tristan, and Bek came over. We chilled and watched videos. Tris played with the Gamecube. It was fun.

Sunday: I was productive immediately! I washed dishes and clothes. So unlike me, I know. But it felt good. I got two loads done. Went to Destiny. It was a great service! Then Chris, Dad, and I ate at O`Charley's. It was pretty good. We went back to the house and rested for a bit, then headed to the bowling alley for the league meeting. I'm so nervous about bowling! I don't want to make us lose. I'll get over it though. Hopefully I'll hold my own. We hung out some more. We were gonna watch a movie, but we ended up not. McDonald's for dinner. We went to Movie Gallery also, since they're closing. But everything is only 20%, so we're gonna wait it out. It's hard to pay $10 for a movie sometimes when I know I can get them for cheap at Movie Stop. We went to Chris's to say bye to his dad. We all hung out for a bit. It was a wonderful day. Jessie cuddled with me that night. It made me so happy!

Today: I've been lazy and productive at the same time. It feels good. I finished the clothes and emptied the dish washer. I still have to put the clothes up, but I'm doing good. I still haven't eaten lunch and it's 4:30! I think I will after this. Chris has had a busy day. He went to Selma for his orientation, that was a disaster. Poor Chris. He's stressed, but I know he can do it. I saw him for less than an hour today. He was busy with his stuff. Jessie and I have just been hanging out. She goes where I go. I love it! Now for some food!

I'll update tomorrow, promise! I want to be able to say other stuff besides daily activities. Have a great week!

-peace.
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