November 2020

There were 4 posts published in November 2020 (this is page 1 of 1).

Journal Entry 012

I have so much to be grateful for!

I am grateful for so many things in life and I cannot help but acknowledge these blessings. First and foremost I am grateful for everything. I know it sound weird to start with everything however, I think it should be acknowledged that I mean everything. I am grateful for both the good and the bad.

Everyone has ups and downs, especially this year, and I am thankful for this process. Though I have faced losses – a prom, graduation, time with family and friends – going through the loss of that made me appreciate those things even more. On thanksgiving I was blessed enough to sit beside my family at my grandmothers house and it was such a joyous occasion.

My family is full of sweethearts!! My family loves big. Getting to spend the holidays with them showed me this deeply. Every single one has such a kind and giving nature. My grandmother worked so hard to host thanksgiving as she does every year and it was so brave of her to host this year. She welcomed her family with open arms and that shows just a fraction of the love in her heart. My other grandmother, grandmas deserve so much love, is also so kind and affectionate. I am seeking of my mother’s mother. Unfortunately I could only call her as I was away from home however we made the most of it!! She made me so happy bye just saying how grateful it was I called. Spreading such love and cheer is exactly what I want to do forever! It makes me so warm and happy.

My aunt while doing may hair, as I said they are giving people, said I have so much love and that she loves it. This is what I’m talking about people! This is exactly why I love love. It’s all thanks to my amazing family. I am grateful that I even know what real love feels like. I was glad I could appreciate this thanksgiving like no other because there was a chance we wouldn’t have it.

Friends are amazing! My friends are so amazing. I am so thankful and proud of myself for the relationships that I have chosen in life. My friends are such joyous people. We may not be happy all the time however we try to make each other happy all the time! Those are the kind of relationships I want. Relationships that build on happiness and support for one another. These are the kind of relationships I have and I am immensely happy for them.

I have also made a very close friendship in this class and I am so excited to see it bloom!

I also want to say, to whoever may be reading, that everything will be okay. You may not be experiencing the most joyous of holiday seasons however, everything will be okay. You are in control of what you can control. If you could even make a call or a text to a friend or a loved one than do so. Reach out to someone that you know will be glad to hear from you or that you know you can make smile, maybe even try to get a laugh. Giving is what the holidays is about and if you give, I am sure you will receive.

Everything is going to be okay!

Funny story; After my aunt did my hair I loved the look so much that I stood in from my grandma’s living room mirror complimenting myself. The funny part is that my sister said, “You complimented yourself a lot!” I felt so much judgment but no shame!! I was glad she noticed that I tend to compliment myself. Sometimes we just need to look in a mirror and tell ourselves that we’re pretty awesome! I even told her to try it. She looked in the mirror and before I knew it she was starting to list compliments to herself!! I loved it because it feels so good to see a loved one, especially one who is usually shy, break out and openly show love to themself. It was so beautiful!

Journal Entry 011

I really like this class.

I have learned so much about mental health.

There are many different aspects of mental health. Identifying a mental disorder has so many layers to it. The environment is definitely one of the main aspects that I look to since it is so influential. I feel that everyone’s environment is a main factor in their mental health. This both in positive and negative ways. Sometimes it can be the relationships that surround you or the lack of good treatment available.

It is so important for rental health to receive more awareness. Often it is misinterpreted in media, especially in the form of film, due to the wrong intention behind it. Mental disorders are not for entertainment. I learned these things in this class. It made me passionate that these problems surrounding mental illness get addressed.

The projects are fun.

I really enjoyed the composition in two genres project. I chose to write from the perspectives of Merricat Blackwood and Constance Blackwood on the night their family was murdered. I like being creative so I actually had a lot of fun doing this project. I was able to interpret things however I kept myself from getting too out of hand! Perspective is really important because that is how people see the world, it explains their reasoning. I wanted to play with perspective while also keeping their original character true. I just filled in gaps with my own personal touch. I enjoyed it a lot!

Journal Entry 010

In the double digits, that’s fun.

I wanted this journal post to be about my appreciation for the resources available to me thanks to the wonderful City College.

I applied to this school with the hopes of pursuing a career in medicine through a business degree. A week before classes started I switched majors and my advisor at the Science Division Ms. Harper as well as Ms. Paula Oyebisi of the Collin Powell School worked with me so generously and answered all my questions. The transition went so smoothly and I am grateful.

I was just in time to sit through the new student seminar by the Collin Powell School and it was so informative and the speakers were so positive. To summarize the advice given, “make the most of your opportunities” was the main trend. I really took this with me.

I check my city college email on a daily basis looking for opportunities that are available. There are paid internships, informational seminars from companies that partner with the school, as well as campus wide activities to take part in.

City College also offered me, the Science Department, a class over the summer to give me an advanced placement in math. This is also something I am very grateful for since I feel more comfortable in my current math class.

The classes that I am in are all great. The articles I read, the material I learn, the people that I engage with are all amazing.

I really am glad that I have chosen City College. They build such a friendly community and have such amazing opportunities available.

Journal Entry 009

This journal post shall be dedicated to new things. I have decided to try new things and have thus far in the forms of art and communication.

The first semester of my first year in college is almost over. The closing of this timeline as well as a remarkable democratic victory has inspired me to try new things to welcome a new era. I have opened a social media account, if you knew me you would know that I was not too open to social media however, new times are here and I am here for it. I want to open myself up to new possibilities and friends.

As said, I also am trying out art. I was very into the creative arts when younger, and still am today. You name it – art, theater, writing- I am fascinated by it all. As I began college however, I realized that I delved away from art since it wasn’t big into my high school curriculum so, I purchased a journal and follow flower doodle tutorials on YouTube. It is a small start however, flowers are actually pretty tricky.

Wish me luck on my journey!