I know that I already have an "about me" section on my blog but I felt the need to farther explain. So, Let's start. I am a freshman in highschool and am currently in the IB ( International Baccalaureate, search it up if you would like to know more) prep program, which in my school is for the grade 9's and 10's. Basically, if you are still reading this and not searching up about IB then I will briefly explain the program. It's a program designed to create a well-rounded and globally-aware citizen.
I initially decided to attend this program because I thought that I could be different and unique from others by being in an advanced program. I then thought about the options it would open up for me. I personally didn't have much of an idea about what I wanted to be when I grew up , so I thought that IB could open up lots of opportunities for when I DO KNOW. However, since I am currently in Careers class now, I am looking into health-related and teaching-related jobs. Particularly a Dietician. I'll probably create another post some other time explaining why, but for now, let's carry on. I just want a job that I would enjoy and be able to offer my knowledge. I want to be stepping stone to someone, not just a spectator.
I also mentioned that I liked playing sports. When I was in grades 5-8, I participated in alot of different sports. This includes Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton, Track and Field and even Cross-Country once. Outside of school, I enjoy skating and swimming. However, that was when my love for staying active occurred. I LOVE how it feels after you have done an all around GREAT exercise.
Nonetheless, even the slightest act of competition sends my body going NUTS. I have adrenaline pumping FURIOUSLY through my blood. I GET PUMPED and I BURST. If you were to ever challenge me, in the hype of it, I'd probably be a little cocky myself. However, that only happens in competitions. Usually my love for sports stays subtle and quiet, UNLESS I am in a comfortable environment. As you can see, I may come off as "shy". I do suggest you all to EXERCISE and keep practicing because it DOES MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
As for reading, I am a fairly late starter. While everyone was reading the Harry Potter series in third grade, I was playing on my computer or watching useless TV. I really started reading leisurely after my sixth grade teacher had assigned a reading report every week on a book that we were reading. I ended up doing it for most of the school year while others stopped about mid-year due to my teacher's absence of marking. This "late start" may have also been caused due to the loss of my library card at the age of 5. I couldn't get another one because I didn't have an adult to go with me, since everyone was so busy. Therefore in GRADE 8, YES GRADE 8, did I get a library card. I have read ALL of Sarah Dessen's books(Lock and Key & The Truth about Forever being my favourites), The Darkest Powers Trilogy and The Gathering, The Daughters Series, Alexandria in Africa and it's sequel, FIRST book of the Hunger GamesTrilogy and more. Also, to farther expand my reading hobby, I got involved with the White Pine reading group at my school. It's a group for highschool students where we read 5 books, either non-fiction or fiction, and vote for our favourite. Then we go to a ceremony where, SABRINA JALEES hosts it btw, and they announce the book that wins.
I am sorry for the large paragraphs but I only find that anything that is worth explaining shall be lengthy. I will try to post a post probably a few times a week, so it will be quite active. Anyways, I hope this helped you know more about me and hopefully you will follow my blog for future posts.
Bloomed -> Blooming~
-Melanie
I initially decided to attend this program because I thought that I could be different and unique from others by being in an advanced program. I then thought about the options it would open up for me. I personally didn't have much of an idea about what I wanted to be when I grew up , so I thought that IB could open up lots of opportunities for when I DO KNOW. However, since I am currently in Careers class now, I am looking into health-related and teaching-related jobs. Particularly a Dietician. I'll probably create another post some other time explaining why, but for now, let's carry on. I just want a job that I would enjoy and be able to offer my knowledge. I want to be stepping stone to someone, not just a spectator.
I also mentioned that I liked playing sports. When I was in grades 5-8, I participated in alot of different sports. This includes Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton, Track and Field and even Cross-Country once. Outside of school, I enjoy skating and swimming. However, that was when my love for staying active occurred. I LOVE how it feels after you have done an all around GREAT exercise.
Nonetheless, even the slightest act of competition sends my body going NUTS. I have adrenaline pumping FURIOUSLY through my blood. I GET PUMPED and I BURST. If you were to ever challenge me, in the hype of it, I'd probably be a little cocky myself. However, that only happens in competitions. Usually my love for sports stays subtle and quiet, UNLESS I am in a comfortable environment. As you can see, I may come off as "shy". I do suggest you all to EXERCISE and keep practicing because it DOES MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
As for reading, I am a fairly late starter. While everyone was reading the Harry Potter series in third grade, I was playing on my computer or watching useless TV. I really started reading leisurely after my sixth grade teacher had assigned a reading report every week on a book that we were reading. I ended up doing it for most of the school year while others stopped about mid-year due to my teacher's absence of marking. This "late start" may have also been caused due to the loss of my library card at the age of 5. I couldn't get another one because I didn't have an adult to go with me, since everyone was so busy. Therefore in GRADE 8, YES GRADE 8, did I get a library card. I have read ALL of Sarah Dessen's books(Lock and Key & The Truth about Forever being my favourites), The Darkest Powers Trilogy and The Gathering, The Daughters Series, Alexandria in Africa and it's sequel, FIRST book of the Hunger GamesTrilogy and more. Also, to farther expand my reading hobby, I got involved with the White Pine reading group at my school. It's a group for highschool students where we read 5 books, either non-fiction or fiction, and vote for our favourite. Then we go to a ceremony where, SABRINA JALEES hosts it btw, and they announce the book that wins.
I am sorry for the large paragraphs but I only find that anything that is worth explaining shall be lengthy. I will try to post a post probably a few times a week, so it will be quite active. Anyways, I hope this helped you know more about me and hopefully you will follow my blog for future posts.
-Melanie
Hey, cool, my friend's mom is a dietician...is that how it's spelled? Is the word "spelled" supposed to be "spelled" or "spelt"? Do you like catfish?
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure, I've actually seen it written as dietitian and dietician, so -shrugs- not sure.
DeleteI should be asking you if it's "spelled" or "spelt"!
Catfish are okay, with their whiskers and all xP
Not that I'm stalking your blog or anything, but I just noticed that you read Alexandria in Africa. I LOVED that book! I didn't care much for the sequel but I freaking loved Alexandria in Africa
ReplyDelete