So apparently i have a bad habit of saying "like". Apparently, I say "like" in almost every sentence I use. Apparently, saying "like" a lot is extremely annoying to some people.
Honestly, I never even hear myself say it. Maybe once or twice, but usually I don't even notice it.
It is extremely frustrating to my madre, because she finds it annoying, and I don't even hear it. SO every time I try to have a conversation with her about anything (important or unimportant) she goes "STOP IT! Stop saying "like" in every sentence you say. Try saying just ONE sentence without "like" in it." And I go "Okay, whatever, nevermind, just forget I said anything." And then I walk away. I don't know her take on it, but my take is this: Yes, it might be annoying. But thats rather irrelevant. I'm not doing it on purpose, and I'm TRYING to talk to you. Now hardly seems the time to correct me on my grammar.
But anyways.
Going bowling tonight:) It'll be fun:) My stomach is currently stuffed full of pea soup, and bread...I think I'm going to pop...
Music is going good. I might be playing and singing "We are broken" (Paramore) at the rehearsal thing in March. I'm gonna keep up with practicing that, and hopefully expand m vocal range a little more, so I can perfect the song. I just have that one part where I switch to head voice. Oh yeah-it's called head voice and chest voice. I want to sing the song all chest voice cause it sounds better that way. My guitar teacher said that if I try to hard to stretch my range I could end up damaging my vocal chords/throat so I have to be careful. I'm not sure HOW I'm supposed to be careful, so I'm still practicing like I have been, and its working pretty decently so far, so I'm assuming whatever I'm doing isn't bad. But I've become more aware of how it feels when I sing, just in case something ever feels wrong.
I've decided I'm going to ask people to critique me when I sing, so I can try to do better. I haven't actually sang for anyone in a while, and I'm not gonna rush it, but if I get the chance, I'll ask someone too.
I really am falling in love with this whole music thing. Like, music, school, and church...thats all I do.
It's weird though, I was never the one to LOVE music, Gryphon was. I never was really that interested in various bands, and new "in" stuff. I never really wanted an ipod or anything like that.
But I also think it's different. Gryphon loves listening to music, finding new bands, dancing to music, and enjoying it.
I prefer playing music, singing music, strumming random chords, picking random notes, writing music (though Im not very good at it) and creating music.
She wants to be on the stage, with the fame.
I want to be far far away from the stage, with me and the music I can make.
She wants to travel with it, and make a living off of it, and talk to her fans about it.
I want to travel cause I like traveling, and I don't want to make a living off of it, I'd rather have a job, unless strangers suddenly became super nice and just handed my wads of cash. And I don't want a ton of people mobbing me, and shouting my name.
She wants to share it with people, and have a band, and laugh and have a good time, and constantly be busy with it.
I would share it, would be part of a band, but I'm not burning with desire for that. I think just playing it will be good enough, and sometimes I want to have nothing to do, no commitments, so I drop a couple hours playing on the corner.
I think both ways are fine. Both types of people totally love music. But they're two different ways of expressing that love. There are probably more ways, but these are the two major ones in my life.
So, the way Gryphon listens to music, and keeps up with the bands lives, and stuff corresponds with what she can see herself doing in the future, and how her fans would react.
The way I listen to music, and don't bother with their lives, and stuff like that, relates to how I would play music in the future, and how my fans to react. (Notice that I didn't leave much room for fans TO react. Thats cause I don't really want them)
So it's easier for Gryphon to express her love for music cause she knows pretty much everything about the bands/singers, and knows of a lot of different people in the genres she listens to. Whereas I don't because I love it in a different way.
Speaking of our differences, this is my personality test from the beginning of freshman year. I think I've changed a lot but I still have the same roots:
People like you are quiet, serious, and independent. You are super-observant but keep most of your reactions, thoughts, and opinions to yourself. When you do speak, you tend to be literal, matter-of-fact, and honest, and avoid small talk. People see you as totally calm and even tempered, and even your family and closest friends rarely know what you're feeling. When you do speak your mind, you are truthful to the point of bluntness. You may be baffled about why people take offense or otherwise react emotionally, and you may sometimes think relationships are too complex and confusing. Because you are naturally private, you avoid big social gatherings and would rather spend time alone or with a good friend, actively pursuing a particular interest. You enjoy the outdoors, physical activities, or adventures that have a certain element of risk. You approach problems with curiosity logic, and skill, it's very likely you're good with your hands.
You are also an easy going and casual person who doesn't like a lot of rules, structure, or restrictions on your freedom. You like to explore, have fun, and follow your impulses rather than live by any one else's expectations or standards. Since you prize your independence, you rarely impose yourself or your beliefs on other people. While you are amazingly adaptive and able to turn on a dime, you often have trouble making decisions or following through on projects that don't interest you. Sometimes you get distracted and forget your commitments. But luckily, you are so resourceful that you are often able to improvise your way out of jams.
Note: Based on our assessment, your personality type is "ISTP."
Your Strengths and Blindspots:
Everyone has strengths and weaknesses. The key to finding the best path for all people is by using their natural strengths and becoming aware of their natural blindspots.
Your strengths may include:
* Gathering and remembering relevant data and facts.
* Demonstrating your skill at being able to quickly solve problems.
* Being able to recall and recite important facts that make you look good.
* Being responsive to people's questions.
* Representing yourself as an honest and straightforward person.
Your blindspots may include:
* Not thinking enough about, or planning for your future needs.
* Not considering possibilities that don't exist at that moment.
* Appearing not to be excited and enthusiastic during conversations.
* Not being adequately prepared.
* Procrastinating and not making important decisions in a timely manner.
So that basically concludes my thoughts and post for the day:) Just something I've been thinking about lately
