Sunday, August 31, 2008

The Alluring Elements of a Rainstorm

Sitting on my worn porch watching the overcast night sky, the soft rain falls, pattering against my feet. It feels different than most rainstorms, misty, relaxing really. The warm cooling feeling of summer, as it comes to an end. The air is different too. It is a calming; softly blowing wind that touches your face, almost cradling you as your sweet mother’s hands used to caress you until you fell asleep. The closing flowers gently follow the wind in a magical dance stealing the show.
The cloudy, dark sky lights up, illuminating my face, and I can’t wait to hear what comes next. The most intimidating, yet peaceful sound the world has to offer. A few seconds later, thunder erupts, echoing over the entire valley. Crackling, clashing, gigantic booms that make your heart shake, and give you that feeling of astonishment and awe. The thunder dies, leaving the clapping of the rain as if the symphony has ended in a marvelous finale. The rain splashes lazily on my brown spotted lawn, slowly dripping making, what would seem like a ferocious river to an insect, a small stream of water leading to the street. There is a mixture of noise where the rain patters against the cracked sidewalk, the newly washed cars, and the constant dripping from the beds of vibrant flowers. The carved clay, painted glass, and decorative plastic pots that mothers try so hard to keep their lovely plants alive also start to fill up with water, making the job that much harder. I watch as the rain makes a small pool in the classic, metal trash can lid, making a soft “bloomp” noise. All of these simple objects make such a beautiful, harmonious, calming song that I just lean back and close my eyes, listening to the symphony of nature. Opening my eyes slightly, a bright flash of white caught my attention. I looked at the already developed "river" running down my street. Squinting to make out the blurry white oval, I glanced up... Taking a deep breathe, I saw the most wonderful finishing touch to end my night. The full moon was glorious as ever. Shimmering proudly in the nights storm, almost close enough to grab. This moment was perfect. Nothing could upset me... Not even the knowledge that morning is coming soon.

Thursday, August 28, 2008

School!

So yesterday was my first day of school....

I was afraid that things would be different, but I was wrong. It was like everything just continued from where it left off. Just the next chapter in my life. Classes are definitely going to be more difficult this year. Not because of the classes themselves, but the way I scheduled them together so closely. My Mondays and Wednesdays basically consist of running my butt off for an hour (Basketball), then using the rest of my energy to speak a foreign language (French), do math, and accounting. My schedule has me going from 11:00 in the morning till 7:30 at night. Although my Mondays and Wednesdays are going to be a little more tough, my classes are great. My professors are very knowledgeable, and my fears have been minimized as far as my professors go. Tuesdays and Thursdays, are relatively easy, as far as scheduling goes. I have Beginning drawing and French. French ends at the same time, so I am done with school at two. Fridays I don't have any classes, so it is like I have a three day weekend every week.

I have applied to a theatre job, and am currently waiting to hear back from the director. It is very nerve-racking. I hope I get this job, it will very exciting to say I was hired to work in a theatre.

Until next time

~Nico~

Monday, August 4, 2008

Family Camping Trip

Hello,
This camping trip was a family trip to Current Creek. Current Creek is in Duschene County, about 30 miles away from Duschene. We have been to Current Creek before, and have loved it every time we have gone. I believe the last time or the time before that, I caught eight fish in half an hour. This place is on the down low because it is past strawberry lake, and not a huge amount of people know about it. We attempted to leave Friday morning, but as awesome planners as we are, ended up leaving around four in the afternoon. When we arrived, we discovered that there had been a bear sighting not too long ago, so we were very cautious throughout the entire trip. Unfortunately, the fish were stubborn and we did not have a single bite on out poles this trip. However, disappointing this is, it will not stop us from coming again. We love it there!!!