I’m Sarah.

And I’m in grade nine, my first year of Heritage Woods Secondary.

I went to a local Elementary school, and then a middle school further away. Because of this; going to Heritage Woods means seeing many familiar faces from many years ago. I think I’ve changed, other people I knew back then, have as well. There are some things that haven’t changed. I consider myself an artistic person; which, in Elementary meant I drew. I still do, but now it’s more a therapy. Whenever I feel stressed or muddled, scribbling characters, building small stories on edges of worksheets, in notebooks, on the back of my hand, has always been a way of coping, and a fun pastime. I enjoy reading, I enjoy writing. There isn’t much to me. I’m usually an overly passionate person; which results in me screaming my head off in happiness, or frustration sometimes. I don’t have any goals or dreams; as kids, usually we have some idea. Astronauts, artists, vets. Princesses or aliens, maybe. A princess alien? Maybe not always realistic, but that seems better than having no idea. I hope that throughout these 4 years, I’ll find out my dream.

 

‘There’s too much risk in loving.’
The young boy said.

‘No.’ 

Said the old man.
‘There’s too much risk in not.’

-Atticus

 

Poetry makes you think. It can be open ended- like this one. But convey a harsh reality or message. I imagine a young boy, and his first taste at love. And he’s nervous, wondering if he should tell the person. What if they don’t like me. What do I do then? There’s too much risk.

‘There’s too much risk in not.’

What if you regret it. What if their rejection shoots you into another love. What if, they like you as well. What if, it would’ve worked out. What if; they needed another person to lean on. What if, they as well, were afraid of the answer.

‘There’s too much risk in not.’

Of course, this poem can be translated into many different things. I think of it whenever I’m scared of doing something. Reading out loud in class? What if I mess up.

But. what if I don’t? What if I don’t get as good a grade?

The thing is, that one speaking presentation, even if you mess up, won’t haunt your dreams in the future. There’s too much risk in not.

Just go.

I don’t have a favorite youtube video. I choose this because it I was listening to stuff on autoplay and it started as I was writing this. Although I do think its cool; a mix of sounds or beats that are meant to calm down people, or for studying; because the lack of words isn’t as distracting. The main thing I find interesting about Lofi playlists, is how people find it easier to tell their stories and feelings. Something about the music makes them feel, or remember something. I find the comments of these videos are usually supportive, an open area for stories and opinions. These people feel comfortable sharing their experiences here, or their thoughts to support others.

https://www.netflix.com/browse

I have many apps or websites that I use frequently. Including Instagram, youtube, and pinterest. However for this; I decided to use Netflix. With a paid membership, Netflix allows you to browse and watch movies and TV shows of all genres. The main reason I chose Netflix, is because of the feelings, or aura it gives me. Netflix is the thing my family uses for movie nights, or when I’m bored home alone. It gives off a cozy vibe; that you can take a break and watch a show.

This photo is San Francisco, at the top of Twin Peaks.

When my dad was young, he and his father- my grandfather- went to Twin Peaks. There, they took a photo at the top, the city and a hairpin turn in the background. My dad was crying in my grandfather’s arms; my grandpa smiling straight to the camera.

In the second photo, years later; my dad is smiling as the sun burns into his eyes, in his arms is me, with a dead straight face.

The first photo is tinted, the second in bright, full colour.

I have both photos on my desk, in matching frames. This photo has impacted me with nostalgia and hope for the future. It amazes me how they’ve changed so drastically; obviously my father now much older, with his own eldest kid in his arms. Yet the view from Twin Peaks is unwavering, if not, with more buildings. Even as we grow, some things stay the same. I wonder if there will be more photos at the top of Twin Peaks, but I know that although I don’t remember being in San Francisco, it’ll be an important place to me.

 

3 thoughts on “I’m Sarah.

  1. chewitt says:

    Hi Sarah,

    4.5/5 – You have done a good job constructing your page and have integrated media and text quite well. A half a mark was deducted because your link to your favorite website does not work. Please feel free to email me if you make changes and want the page marked again. Make sure you include a link to your “improved” blog assignment in the email. If you need help you can come see me in room 213 at flex.
    Ms. Hewitt

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