B came home last Friday night, and he picked me up Saturday afternoon. On the top left, we were overlooking the city and the Charles River. It was so beautiful – and just being with B just made it so romantic. The weather was amazing – 80 degrees, and we just stood there for a few minutes, chatting. It’d been a while since I’ve seen him. The last time we were together was back in March, and that was for Spring Break. A month and a half stood between us, and when we finally reunited, it felt so effin’ great. My butterflies were going crazy, and I kept cheesin’. I still get those intense butterflies even though we’ve been together for three years. I can’t explain how happy and grateful I am to still have him in my life.

Recently, I found out that a classmate I went to high school with lost their significant other due to a motorcycle accident this past weekend. My heart dropped to the floor when I read their tumblr entry, retelling their story from the beginning to the accident. I pretty much wanted to cry because no one deserves to have someone taken away from their life, especially when they were so happy together. The line that got to me was “__ was cheated out of life, and I was robbed.” It hit me deep because I know what my classmate went through in high school with their exes. They used to cry, argue on the phone in the school bathroom, and when they finally found someone that made them happy… their significant other was taken away. RIP.

It scares me to know that anything can happen. Regardless if you’re a good person or not… things happen. Accidents happen. Many lives are taken away for no reason. I’ve learned a couple years ago to always tell my loved ones “I love you” and never go to bed mad – you just never know when something can happen. Now, I’ve learned to let go of small shit [that can start an argument/set things a few steps back] because I can’t take things for granted. If someone goes out of their way for you or if they’re committed/dedicated to you and do the best they can to keep you happy, you better appreciate and be grateful for that person in your life. Or else you’ll wait a lifetime to find another person like them, or you might not even find another person like them.

I constantly tell B that I appreciate him and that he’s the best because I don’t want him to forget or think that I don’t appreciate him at all. I always thank him for picking me up for the day/weekend and going outta his way for me. Just the little things to make him smile and happy. I appreciate B and everything he does for me. He makes me so happy! Some of the things he do make me cheesy, like Monday afternoon. My mom-in-law dropped me off at home Monday morning because I had work from 12-4PM. While I was at work, B texted me asking if I could pick something up for him. I said yes, and he asked me what time I got off of work. I told him 4PM, and he told me he’d call me me then. Right after I got off of work, I called him and he asked me what street I was on so he could pick me up. It was such a surprise! I thought I was gonna wait til Saturday to see him again, but he wanted to surprise me and pick me up. He knew I didn’t work on Tuesdays and that I wanted to spend more time with him, so I had two more nights with him. :) I love him!

I went to work today. We were moving things for this tour that’s happening tomorrow, and I saw some pretty pink flowers in her neighbor’s backyard. Then there was a pretty sitting area behind this church where my boss will be selling some of her stuff to the tourists. It looked so nice and calming… too bad I couldn’t sit there for a minute since I was working, lol. But I got some free stuff from my boss’s products.

My brother came home today after leaving last July for graduate school. He came home wearing shorts and a tshirt, LOL. It was 80 degrees in Georgia, so I can understand why he was wearing shorts and a tshirt. He bought home gifts for everyone, and I received a dolphin keychain! It’s super cute. We went to Maki Maki, the all you can eat sushi and seafood buffet. My brother ate three plates, my parents are 2-3 plates, and I ate one. My stomach started hurting after I finished the pile of sushi on my plate. Before we left, I made sure to grab some strawberry and use the chocolate fondue machine they had next to the sushi aisle. SO DELICIOUS.

We left Maki Maki around 8ish, and went to my cousin’s house because my grandma wanted to see my brother. When she saw my brother and I, she started raving on about how she almost couldn’t recognize us because we grew up. LOL, my grandma said my brother’s features changed and so on. Then she started saying I became such a beautiful young lady. Ya da da da. I love my grandma even though I rarely visit her. It made me smile when she kept looking at me. Smiling. Love her.

While I was very happy to see my brother, my mom annoyed me. I noticed she was wearing one of my bracelets. I have no problem letting my mom wear my things, but when she just takes them without asking… that just irks me. Also, that means she went through my stuff to get my bracelet. I hate it when people go through my stuff. Yes, she’s my mom, but still. What happened to privacy of someone’s room and asking them for something? My mom has a history of taking my stuff without asking in the past. I thought she changed her ways, but I guess not… Now I feel like I have to keep inventory of my things, which I hate because why do I have to worry if one of my things go missing…?

Today I had a doctor’s appointment. The clinic I go to is inside my elementary school, and right after I was done with my appointment, I decided to go visit my elementary teachers. My Kindergarten, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade teachers were there. My 1st grade teacher retired years ago, and my 5th grade teacher took a year off because he now has five children. My 4th grade teacher remembered me the minute I stepped in front of his classroom. His room was not the room I had back then. Instead, it was where an “advanced” class used to be. He had an assistant teacher teaching his class, so he was able to leave and show me where my old teachers were. They didn’t remember my name, but they remembered my face. My 2nd grade teacher was asking for hints, such as “what’s the first letter of your name?” LOL. They each told me that I look really mature and “girly” because back then, I used to wear sweats and hoodies – I was a huge tomboy. I hated dressing girly, but now I love it.

After visiting my elementary teachers, I went to visit my middle school teachers. I saw my 7th grade math teacher, 8th grade history teacher, 8th grade Theater teacher, 7th and 8th grade Spanish teacher, 8th grade English teacher, the headmaster, and assistant principle. It was funny because they either knew me as my brother’s [Jack] little sister or Jenny. My nickname used to be “Little Jack.” LOL. They were really happy to see me because it’s been years since I’ve last saw them. I made sure to exchange contact information so I can keep in touch with them. Plus, it’s a good way to get some recommendation on some things… A lot of my old teachers left, like my 7th grade English teacher, 6th grade English and math teacher, 8th grade math teacher… I hope they’re doing good! I wish I was able to see them because I know they would’ve been really happy to see me.

Nevertheless, I had a good time walking around my old elementary school and middle school. It was nice seeing familiar faces. It was definitely a huge memory lane…

I’m SO proud of myself. I usually get two A’s and two B’s, but this semester, I have three A’s and one B. I was surprised about the B because that was from my advisor, and I usually get an A in his class. I think I should cut down on the shit talking during class. I won’t have him next semester because his classes are MWF, and I wanted my schedule to be Monday-Thursday.

Nevertheless, I’m very happy with my grades. I’m kinda excited for next semester… and kinda nervous because I’m gonna have a lot on my plate. I know this is gonna be worth it though!

P.S., Coop Education is my current job. I don’t know why they include it in my grades… LOL.