Training Dextor..

I got a dog. Now before you judge me on how much I paid for him, I know. I've heard it all. It was WAY too much to pay for a dog. If I weren't in my shoes, I'd probably slap myself in the face. But in my defense, he's really cute!(Not a very good defense...I know.)
Anyway...He was $580. He's an Australian Shepherd, he has all his shots, he's 9 weeks old, and he's really healthy.

Problems?
There are a few things we need to work on. Such as potty training, not jumping on the other dogs, not chewing up my shoes, not eating cat poo, not eating the other dogs' food, not biting, not attacking the cats, learning to sit and stay, learning to stay asleep at night, not eating Jocelyn's homework, and learning that there are certain areas that he shouldn't potty at.
The good news is: he knows his name and he (sometimes) comes when you call him.
We have quite a ways to go.

Something Random

Last night I was listening to my music, and we all know where that can lead...
That's right. I was dancing! It was a huge performance too, just ask my mom and my sister (or don't).
Anyway, during my spectacular performance, Jocelyn asked me why I wasn't a theater major. I told her, "Because, theater majors are weird." Then she proceeded to tell me that 'I' was weird.
For the record, everyone jumps around, dancing and singing, making weird faces and huge gestures to music all the time. I just choose to do it in front of people. (:
Not just anyone of course. It's okay for my family to believe I'm weird, but the people I see only every now and then...that's a different story. I don't want to appear outlandish or freaky!

Now that I have that out of the way, let's talk about pet peeves.

Do you wanna know what gets on my nerves? When people spell things wrong. (Really?) Yes.
If you're going to spell it wrong, why don't you say it wrong too? I know I spell things wrong. I'm not trying to be hypocritical..but if you're going to spell something, and you don't know if it's correct or you know it's wrong and you can't think of the right spelling, do this:
1. Ask someone around you.

If no one is around:
2. Press spell check, look it up online or look it up in a dictionary.

If no one is around and you don't have a computer or dictionary and you're texting someone or leaving a note:
3. Say you're sorry if what-ever you're spelling is wrong.

If no one is around, you don't have a dictionary or a computer, you're not texting or leaving someone a note:
4. Don't spell it, because, odds are it doesn't matter.

If you have any irrational pet peeves, I'd love to hear about them. Send me a list of your craziest peeves and I'll post some up (with comments from me of course, don't worry, I won't embarrass you. You'll be anonymous). You can email them to me at jacinda_dawn@hotmail.com .

Don't forget to react or comment! Thanks guys!!

So Many Things to Write About.

There are a great deal of things I could write about. Things that would make people laugh. I could give my opinion on all kinds of matters that would help people understand my views to a greater extent. I could write about things regarding movies, money, family, friends, and even people I see on the street or in wal-mart!
Moments are good to write about! Funny things about life and interesting facts I get off of the internet are enjoyable to everyone.
But, why can't I think of anything...?

Bored? Do SOMETHING!

You know those times when you and your friends are hangin' out and you don't know what to do...so you get bored?
Those are the best times ever! WANNA KNOW WHY?? (Yes, Jacinda! I really do!)
Okay, okay...I'll tell you.
Those are the moments people think of things you'd never do in mixed company....and you DO those things! (Why?)...I have an answer!
You're too bored to do anything else and these things are more than likely thought to be fun, funny, interesting, dangerous, and/or exciting for the mean time...until you get caught! It is very embarrassing when someone from a second party comes in and catches you dancing like a crazy person. That's when you realize you're the last person to notice...
Either THAT happens, or someone tries to talk you out of doing something stupid that you really wanted to do, like seeing if you can hang from the roof by your feet. (WHAT?!)
Alright, that's a little extreme...if you ARE caught trying to do THAT, you should probably be stopped. I mean seriously? Are you crazy?! You can't do that! YOU'LL DIE, YOU NUT!
ANYway...Yeah, boring moments with friends are moments to treasure, to change, to do dares! Take those moments, cherish them, and do something you'd never do!! Like goose hunting....even if there are no geese...hunt SQUIRRELS! There are squirrels everywhere! You don't even have to kill them! Try to pet them and see what happens!

This is THE BEST advice anyone could ever give you! EVER!



That's all I have to say about that.

Focus On

Some of you may not know what 'Focus On' is...well, I'll tell you.
A few months ago my pastor came up with this conference that would lead more people to our church. It would last three nights and it would get people more focused on God. (This is when I wish I would've taken notes) They sent out flyers and all kinds of stuff with directions to the church.
When Focus weekend came, it was AMAZING! Three people got the Holy Ghost the first night, seven the next night, and one the last for the first time in their lives.
The messages that were given struck everyone! And the testimonies made just about everyone cry. If you didn't make it....I'm sorry you missed out. You should come next year!

My College Experience

There's no tellin' what it's really like to be in college...but, I guess I'll have to try.

College gives you a sense of responsibility. You're around mature people, so you feel that you must be mature as well. At this age, you either feel like you're a beginner or you think you know exactly what you're doing.
High school-ers don't really understand the full impact of the world. They're busy in their little social circles with their friends, homework, and drama. We all know about the drama. I don't really need to spell it out..
I never had drama in my circle of friends. I saw it, though...oh, boy did I see it.
"She stole my boyfriend!", "She likes him, more than you!", "Did you see that look she just gave me?!", "I cannot believe she said that!", "And then she said,'...' ", "Turn around and walk away! Walk away before I beat your face in!!", "I'm gonna scratch your eyes out!!"

Okay...I may have thrown the last two in there for effect...but it does get nuts. I actually saw a girl spinning another girl around by her hair! The girl that was spinning had a bag of suckers in her hand, and when they went flyin', everyone was like,"Yay! Free suckers!"
You never really know what's going to happen in high school. I may just be a freshman...but I think I know that college seems a little more safe. Sure, it may be just as predictable...but you don't really hear about bullies in college as much as you do in high school...but, that might just be me...

Now, let's talk classes.
Classes are difficult. But, they're spelled out for you. The professors make sure you understand, they even give you their email address and phone number for you to contact them if you need help. They actually encourage you to go to their office and talk things out with them. Any problems, anytime. BUT! Yes, there is a but....a Big but. They expect you to be responsible. What?! Did she just say, "responsible"? WHAT?!
Yes, if you go in there and you start acting like a high school student(not finishing your homework, not turning it in on time, not being prepared for class, not reading the material you were given, not listening, not showing up[lots-o-nots], making up excuses, etc.),they may just slap you.
Okay...they're not going to do that, but they won't like you very much. They might even ignore you because, to them, you are annoying.
The thing is, they don't care if you don't care. And you NEED to care. Someone is paying for you to go there and you need to use that time wisely...in this case, time really does equal money. I know you hear everyone say that people are always switching their major and it's not a big deal... well, it's not until your taking 6 years of college for a career that only requires 2-4. Then, you're asking yourself, where did the time go? And, where did my money go? I think you'll figure it out.

Anyway...I haven't spent that much of my life in college, only about a semester and two days. But, I think I know enough to say something about it.

Good Movies!

I know a good movie when I see one. And just like everyone else, I start judging it when the movie begins. For instants, Moulin Rouge.
One of my friends is pretty much obsessed with this movie. When she heard I had never seen it, she told me I HAD to watch it.
She got the movie from her house and we sat down and it...began.
I watched it for maybe 5-7 minutes and I thought it was the dumbest movie ever! But, hold onto your hats! I watched a little longer..and I was hooked.
"The greatest thing you'll ever learn, is just to love, and be loved in return!"
This quote is the whole point of the movie, and it's mentioned more than 3x. I absolutely love this movie. The music is awesome, the effects are cool, and the people are weird. BUT! If you don't want to cry, don't watch it.
Ewan McGregor is a wonderful actor and this movie needed him. And you gotta admit...he's not to bad on the eyes. (: