Long time, no see

I should really try and get used to this blogging thing, I really think it could do me some good. Let's see, it's been almost 6 months since I've updated. wow, I should really work on that. I'll quickly go through the more major things that have happened. Let's see...

I've visited my wonderful boyfriend in Florida twice, and he's been home twice. 11 hours driving straight by myself wasn't so fun, but it's totally worth getting to see him. Things between us are good, but I tend to focus too much on the negative aspects of us being in a long distance relationship. I can't wait for him to be home for good, but I wouldn't change this experience for the world. As frustrating as it can be sometimes, I know God is good and everything will be according to his plan.

I also went on a road trip to San Diego, California with my 2 friends to visit my friend Chelsie and her family. It was so much fun! I really miss having her around. I hate to say it, but it's almost like we're only friends when we're together. I know it's my partially my fault, and I don't know if it will ever change. I guess time will tell.

As if seeing 2 beaches wasn't enough, I went on Vacation with my family (dad, mom, brother, uncle, and grandpa) to South Padre Island last month. It was a nice break from everyday life. I got to go parasailing with my brother, which was definitely the highlight.

Aside from trips, I've just been working and hanging out with my friends since school let out in May. (Which, btw, I got through just fine. I just had to suck it up and not complain :))

Only somewhat bad news is I had a right thyroidectomy on Wednesday, Aug 5th. They found two rather large cysts and did a needle biopsy, but it came back inconclusive. After surgery I was happy to find out they found nothing, no cancer, and because they only removed the right side, I shouldn't have to be on any medication or hormone replacements. I have an appointment next Thursday to remove my bandage and make sure it's healing smoothly. Praise Jesus for the results and ask for a speedy recovery.

So, now, I'm just waiting around. I can't drive or work til Friday. I'm not the kind of person who likes to stay down, so I'm already bored. haha.

On a happy ending note. My Marine graduates A school on Aug 25th, which means he'll be home Friday the 28th for 10 days of leave. I'm sooooo excited to see him.

I'll write more soon, Lord knows I have nothing else to do all week. :)

Katrina.

Interesting News

I didn't really start this week off too good. I left school early on Monday night, got to my car, literally in tears. Why? Because I don't talk to anyone at school. It's community college, the people you talk to are the people you already knew, and maybe their friends. I go to school at night, 90% of my classmates are older than me, idk, it sucks. I know I'm not at school to make friends, but at times it really does suck. I just feel so alone when I'm there. It's like the first day of school, everyday. I might just be acting stupid. Most likely. haha. :) ugh.

Anyway, my "interesting" news. I found out today my uncle died. He's my mom's older brother. We have a restraining order on him, he's not a good person. I'm more or less numb to the news. Doesn't really matter to me, I guess. My mom's pretty upset, I guess I can kind of understand... but, he hurt her. Unforgivable, if you ask me. It's just, for a lack of a better word, weird.

Well, I'm not depressed or anything, just getting that out there. :)

Off topic:
I'm thinking about making and selling crafts on Etsy. I'll make some stuff and post pictures sometime.

Until next time,

Katrina

In need of an update...

I really should keep a regular blogging schedule, so much to update in one post!

Well, I was able to go to San Diego with my boyfriend's family for his graduation. The whole trip was really fun, especially getting to bring him home with us. :-)
I flew in with his mom and sister, we met up with his 2 aunts, cousin, and grandmother. I got to meet them last year when we went to Detroit for Thanksgiving. It was nice getting to see them all again. The night we got there I was able to go and visit my friend Chelsie and her family who live there. It was so good to see her! She has 2 BEAUTIFUL girls! (I suggest you check them out on her blog--- HERE!) I really wish they didn't live so far away. :(
The rest of the trip was spent eating lots of Mexican food. yum! ha. We went to family day and I was so happy to see him! But his graduation was def the best. I am so proud of him! (oh, and all of us got pins to wear, "Marine Girlfriend", "Marine Mom", etc. I thought they were cute, him, not so much. lol)


He was on leave for 10 days, then did recruiter's assistance for an additional 14 days. It was so good to have him home!

Well, he left this past Tuesday back to California for his training. I get to talk to him on the weekends and text him throughout the week. I'm going to be able to spend the weekend after spring break with him in Florida, so I'll see him soon. :)

Other than that, I started my spring semester. My grades should be good as long as I don't slack too much, lol. I'm going to work on getting my options narrowed down for college next year. I finally decided to major in Mathematics. I don't know about a minor, but I'm looking into getting my secondary education certification for math and physics. But, if I don't end up teaching, there's quite a few options for a Mathematics major.

Work is work. No complaints though. :-)

Dance is going great. Getting ready for spring competitions. I started Pointe 2 weeks ago. It's so hard! But I am determined to perform in June in my pointe shoes!

On the social aspect of life, I've spent most my time with my boyfriend while he was home. We hung out with Lindsay and our other friend, Jarrett most the time. I haven't really talked to Elsa since the first of the year. She's one of those people who are really only concerned about themselves. She would probably disagree, but it's what I think. Deal with it. I enjoyed hanging out with her, but it was only surface level. Which is fine. I just need to surround myself with people who have my best interest in mind, and I have theirs. I realize that's not an easy thing to do. But it's true, I'd rather have a few close, real friends than tons of people to "hang out" with. Like, seeing Chelsie in California, she is a great person, a wonderful mother and wife, and really, the best friend I've ever had. She's worth so much more than someone to walk around the mall with. If you know what I mean.

Well, I have to put a depressing part in here somewhere. During the holidays, my grandmother suffered a brain aneurysm and passed away later in the hospital. And a few days before Christmas I lost my great grandfather to complications from pneumonia. It still hasn't fully hit me yet. Death is something I'll never be able to wrap my head around, and I'm just going to have to accept that. On a better note, my grandmother was able to donate her liver and both kidneys, which saved the lives of 3 different people. RIP Sandra Orwan and Alfred Burg. I love you both.

And now, I put my faith in God and keep on this road of life.
Until next time,

Katrina

WOW

How things change!

I know it's been forever.

I had a really hard time when my boyfriend left for boot camp. (and it's not all the boohoo, I miss him... although there is that :p)
We did quite a bit of fighting the week or two before he left.
We did talk it all out though. It was all really caused by great amounts of stress.
I was really hard on myself though.
I took waaay too many steps down the wrong path. Hung out with people I shouldn't have, did things I wouldn't have, and thought things I didn't think I ever would.

BUT- I am proud to say, I was able to take a step back, look at myself, and CHANGE.

My boyfriend is making himself and his life better, not only for him, but for US. How dare I not do the same?

I've been talking with him through letters, and his words always lift me up. He really is an amazing person and friend. I'm so lucky to have someone so great.

He is graduating on January 9, 2008. I am planning to fly to San Diego with his mom and sister. I can't wait, it will be a day to remember.

In the other aspects of my life, nothing too terribly exciting. (well, besides all the drama I got involved in.. but I'd like to keep that in the past) I started taking ballet. I love it and hate it at the same time. I think it's beautiful, but it's so hard. (I have a natural turn in, so it's really horrible. :( ) I hope to be on pointe by my studio's June performance, it will take a lot of work, but I will be so proud of it in the end. I also take Competition level (highest at my studio) Jazz and Lyrical. And I take Hiphop and Modern. I love dancing!

Then I work all the time and go to school. The little free time I have after that is spent hanging out. Lately mostly with my friend Elsa (from work and school) and Lindsay (my boyfriend's sister).

Lindsay, Elsa, and Me

Well, my father and I have always been at ends, but we're working things out. He's going to help me while I apply and transfer to a university for next fall. (I can't wait!)
I'm really looking forward to the whole "college experience" even if it's 2 years later than my graduating class.


SO. My point is, I am happy. That's all anyone can ever ask for.

aw, here it goes!

Why did I start this blog? I have no idea.

I guess so I can publish my thoughts. Maybe someone will even read them. :)

Well, to start out, I should tell you about myself. I am 19 and enrolled in community college. I am trying to be accepted into the nursing program at my school, but with my average grades that may take longer than I want. I lost alot of friends after highschool graduation, and it's not so easy to find ones at a nontraditional college. I still go to the church I grew up in, I love it, although there isn't much ministry for me. I am the only one there my age, because I didn't do the traditional move away for school. I starting working for my grandpa at his restaurant when I was 13. He retired and closed it nearly 2 years ago, and I've been working at Braum's Ice Cream and Dairy since. (a job not easy to be proud of). I have a wonderful boyfriend, we have been together for a little over 2 years. He is leaving for Marine boot camp on October 14, 2008. (that's another story) He, along with my best friend, and 2 other friends, are the only people in my life I feel truly care about me. I still live at home, and I do love my family, don't get me wrong, they look out for me, but we just don't have the closest relationship. I'm still trying to figure things out- which just scares me most of the time, but I am a loving and happy person regardless.