Jams Run Free

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2008-08-18T22:18:37Z

I'm off to college tomorrow. A new livejournal seems appropriate.

http://www.livejournal.com/users/mil_hojas
Add me if you wanna.

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2008-08-16T01:04:04Z

I spent the day with Casey. We went to UMBC to buy books and pay tuition. It is such a cool campus except for the hills. Casey and I almost broke a sweat walking to her apartment. Then, we went to Columbia to visit Casey's (more than likely) future workplace. This Old Navy definitely beats the one in the outlets and the people seem friendly, so good for Casey! After that, we went to Ikea and Casey bought a few things. This store was beyond crowded, you could tell a bunch of kids were off to college. I can't believe the countdown is down to four days. I know I'm going to miss my friends, my family, my house, my room, Rocko, and so much more. However, I won't miss my annoying drunk mother every weekend. I'll get to deal with drunk college kids instead.

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2008-08-15T03:52:18Z

Well, I didn't get my permanent crowns. They picked out a wrong shade again! It's okay though because he did a great job on my third set of temporaries.

Today, I saw Casey and Cassandra. I ate pizza with them. Then, I went to Coldstone Creamery with Melissa and met up with Kayla, Trevor, her little brother and friend. I tried Kayla's creation and it tasted great! There's a bunch of pictures from that little shindig on facebook. After that, I went to the food store (Melissa wanted an apple : ] ) and then to Annapolis Bowl. I didn't bowl too well. My scores were: 87, 80, 112. She only beat me by one point on the last game!

Now, I'm sitting in bed.

FIVE!

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2008-08-14T12:57:22Z

Happy birthday Perriwinkle.

Today should be fun.

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2008-08-13T15:16:05Z

Last night, Casey and I went out to eat with Aunt Katy and Uncle Larry. We went to Ram's Head, and it was really fun. I think we spent nearly two hours talking and eating. I don't think I've ever spent that much time in a restaurant. We talked about books, the Olympics, the Bay Bridge, politics, college, and more college. They want to help out so much. They're great people.

Tomorrow, I will finally get my permanent crowns. Then, Melissa and I are going to Kayla's ice cream tasting and after that, it's bowling. Friday I'm playing with Casey. I think I may buy a cheap digital camera unless I find my old one.

Six motherfucking days.

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2008-08-12T01:02:59Z

Facebook chat:
Samuel - when are you going to venture to your pool?
the first day?
Cassandra - haha i'm not sure
i think i'll have to wait to grow 1 foot and get at least one ab

Right now, I'm talking to Sandy. I didn't really do much today. My CD came in the mail, and it's crazy good. I helped my mom with dinner, and it was crazy good... a little paradise with sour cream. I started Catch 22; it isn't crazy good, but there's potential of course. Duh. I'm getting better at poker. I played with Kayla for a few hands. She saw me win two hands, so there's proof I'm improving.

It feels so nice outside tonight. I wish it was flashlight tag time.

Today's new: Russia invades Georgia.

Eight days until move-in. I'm feeling all the emotions.

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2008-08-10T23:53:23Z

Last night, I played with Cassandra and Casey. We made cookies and cream ice cream, which turned more into cookies and cream soup. We also played Scrabble where Cassandra beat me! She beat me by seven mighty points. I helped her though.

I started organizing what I'm going to bring, and found out that I'm bringing 11 pairs of pants! That seems like such a large number, but between all my clothes, I think I can fit it all into one suitcase.

Today, I went out to eat with my parents. I got wings (honey teriyaki) at Big Bats. We watched some of the Olympics, and I came home. I was going to go to the Melting Pot with Jess and Emily tomorrow, but they're inviting random girls I don't want to spend time with. On Tuesday, my Aunt Katy is taking Casey and I out to eat. She is so nice, she wanted to spend some time with us before college.

NINE DAYS. 9! A single digit. Shittt.

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2008-08-09T16:35:45Z

I spent last night with Ashley and Jenn. We went to the mall where we saw Casey and Michael. We all sat together at the food court and it felt like a good old pow wow.

Today, I'm going to start organizing what I'll be bringing to college. Crazy.

376

2008-08-08T02:06:55Z

Today, I kind of broke my computer downstairs, which could mean all the recordings over the past year and a half could be lost forever (except those lucky enough to have made soundclick). How sad. There may be a miracle in the works, but I won't hold my breath. It also sucks that I can't record again until it's fixed. nt7 was sounding so pretty and was almost ready for its debut. Such a tragedy.

I went to the dentist today. The crowns were the wrong shade, so I'm going back sometime next week. Eesh. Tomorrow, I have to go to KRM to take a picture shaking hands with Kate. Woo.

I'm almost finished What is the What. It's a very episodic sort of tale... so many misfortunes Achak has had to face, it's hard to determine one worse than another. Therefore, there hasn't been much of a climax. It's extremely interesting and fun to read though.

TWELVE days until Boulder.

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2008-08-05T23:05:58Z

I am back from Richmond.

And Richmond was very fun. The first night, we went downtown to Perytown (Larrytown) and the most memorable thing was my blueberry smoothie. We had dinner at CPK, and I can now say that I like that place. For the longest time, I wasn't too impressed. Cassandra's apartment is too cool. It's got a brick wall, three large bedrooms, two bathrooms, a nice kitchen, and a cool living/dining room area. We made some vanilla cupcakes that night, and then choked on them while recording it. On Monday, we went to Belle Isle. What a cool place. We played in James River on the rocks and swam in the current. We also went hiking up a cliff and saw little kids zip-lining across the river. Boy, was I jealous. Then, we went to the outdoor mall, which was super clean and fancy. I was looking for shoes, but didn't find any. Casey and Cassandra got soap. Dinner that night was Olive Garden. Our waitress was Ebonee and I liked her. Today is Cassandra's birthday. We were watching The Mighty Ducks at the stroke of midnight, and suddenly someone turned 20. I can't explain it. Then after some sleep, we cleaned the apartment and headed home. We ate lunch at Bob Evan's (I didn't want to, but they did). I made them go to Giant afterward to get giant cookies. On a scale of 1 to 11, it was a 35.

So, it's two weeks until Boulder. I ain't readys.

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2008-08-02T02:03:51Z

The last two days I haven't done much.

Today, I recorded nt4 finally. A year and a day ago, I finished nt3 and then went onto nt6, so this recording was long overdue. It sounds a little off though, and I'm not sure why.

I can't believe it's August. By the end of this month, I should be pretty comfortable in Boulder. Well, I hope I will be. Sunday I'm off to Richmond with Casey and Cassandra. I'm pretty excited.

My uncle went into the deli today, and Mitchell asked how I was. My uncle told my parents that they miss me more than you can imagine. Haha, lame.

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2008-07-31T03:34:43Z

My laptop was delivered today. I am typing on it right now. It's very cool and I am very thankful for it. Thanks mom!

Today, I hung out with Jenn, Matt, Casey, and Kayla. We ate dinner at Pizza Hut. We got so much food, it was crazy. Then, we came back and played on our laptops at Jenn's house. Yesterday, I went swimming with Casey, Cassandra, and Jenn. It was fun. Cassandra and I made a delicious garden salsa, and Casey made us peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

I think it's bingo tomorrow. The fucking carnival is being continued, so of course, we're drawn like moths to a flame.

20 days.

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2008-07-29T14:31:24Z

Last night, I hung out with Casey and Cassandra. We walked the streets at night just like babies. Today, I going to Uncle Mike's to swim. Jenn may come. Cassandra may come. Casey's waiting for her computer, but most certainly she'll come.

I've been slacking on What is the What. It's good, but Achak keeps telling all these stories from different times in his life, and it's hard to put them in order.

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2008-07-28T16:55:06Z

I'm back from Dewey, Delaware. It was nice to spend time at the beach. However, Kayla had to leave early and I wasn't having much fun. Luckily, Emily was there because she was so funny. Jessica and Marina were kind of annoying, and there was girl drama.

My temporary crowns don't look too hot. At first, I had black gums and nice teeth, but now my gums are back to normal and my teeth look blotchy. Eesh. It's not noticeable unless you're up close, so I don't really care.

There's not much else to say sadly. Twenty-two days until Colorado.

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2008-07-24T14:34:26Z

Registering for classes was not fun, but my schedule is complete. I'm taking 15 credits, but I wanted to take 18. Oh well. I have:

Calculus 3 for Engineering MWF 1:00 - 1:50
Calculus 3 Recitation R 10:00 - 10:50
Calculus 3 Lab T 5:00 - 5:50 ( so it's math every day! )
Engineering Drawing TR 8:00 - 8:50
Engineering Drawing Lab TR 11:00 - 12:50
Intro to Architectural Engineering M 5:00 - 5:50
Intro to Geomatics MW 12:00 - 12:50
Geomatics Lab W 2:00 - 4:50
General Physics 1 MWF 9:00 - 9:50
Physics Recitation R 9:00 - 9:50

It should be easier than it looks.

Last night, I played with Jenn and Casey. We made awesome sandwiches for dinner with ciabatta bread, boursin (basically), roasted red peppers, and turkey. Later on, we went to Blockbusters and then to Sandy's to watch Carandiru, which was a pretty good movie. Tonight, Casey, Jenn, and I are going to bingo! It will be my last time because I'm going to Jessica's beach house Friday through Sunday.

I also have a dentist appointment today to get temporary crowns! How radical.

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2008-07-23T17:58:37Z

At 2, I can register for classes online. So here I am, passing time.

The past two nights I've been playing bingo. Monday I was with Elyse and Jenn. Rusty and Matt were there too, which was fun. Tuesday I was with Kayla, Trevor, and Jenn. Jenn's won twenty some dollars and I've only won seven. Still, we're maintaining enough money to continue playing. I also went to see Cassandra yesterday. Poor baby has to lie around the house all day and all night until she's healed. Right now, Casey and Jenn are playing in Casey's room. Earlier, Casey recorded 4 versions of happy birthday with her flute for Michael's mix CD. They are pretty cool, I must say. I kind of want to take a break from bingo, but we'll probably go tonight. Maybe Casey will come.

Adios.

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2008-07-21T00:20:12Z

I started What is the What today, and it's crazy how the first page is able to capture all your attention. I've read 72 pages so far and I'm sure I'll read some tonight before bed.

Yesterday, I went to Annapolis with Casey and Jenn. I bought What is the What and Catch 22. I was looking for David Benioff's books, but could not seem to find any. Then, we came back to my house to watch fucking Avatar. I'm still a little uneasy about it ending and the ending itself. It seriously is the greatest story I've ever heard. However, Katara and Zuko didn't end up together like I'd hoped, and there are still unanswered questions, like the whereabouts of Ursa, what the Dai Li will be up to, and just how relationships will form in the upcoming years.

This week, I hope to go to the pool and the carnival, both more than once.

Rocko's yawning at me. What a dig.

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2008-07-19T20:27:24Z

Yesterday, I spent the day with Casey and Cassandra. We actually got to kick the soccer ball around, and poor Sandy injured her ankle. I've been listening to her mix nonstop lately. I really love tracks 1 through 6 (2 being my favorite (not counting 1 because of course that's my favorite favorite)). The only tracks I don't care for are 7 and 14, but the rest is great. It has a very coherent vibe, which makes a great mix CD. I'm sure I'll be listening to it for years to come, you bet.

Tonight is FUCKING AVATAR. I can't believe it will end tonight. Reading has prepared me well though, because all good stories come to an end. Perhaps the series will continue; if not, I'm sure I'll be okay.

The carnival starts tomorrow. I really should go, smile, and wave to familiar faces. The summer's flying by.

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2008-07-16T03:38:35Z

I did end up hanging with Casey, Cassandra, and Jenn today. We went swimming, dining, and bowling. I had fun. Casssandra made me a mix CD. I haven't listened to it yet, but here's the tracklisting:
"Daylight" - Aesop Rock
"Meet Me Here Later" - Astronautalis
"Seaweed Sheets" - Astronautalis
"Sea Lion" - Sage Francis
"Skinny Love" - Bon Iver
"A Love Song For Gary Newman" - Astronautalis
"Classic Cars" - Bright Eyes
"Flume" - Bon Iver
"Painting" - Atmosphere
**UNKNOWN**
"Leaf House" - Animal Collective
"Lost at Sea (Pt. 1)" - Astronautalis
"Guarantees" - Atmosphere
"Such Great Heights" - Iron and Wine

I have no plans for a while.
July 25-28 - Jessica's beach house
August 3-5 - Richmond with Casey and Cassandra
August 19 - he's off to Denver!

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2008-07-15T03:27:03Z

Tonight I hung out with Jenn and Matthew.

After watching a little bit of Avatar, we decided to watch The Kite Runner (sorry Casey). I guess since the book was so good, I should have expected to be disappointed with the movie. Jenn said it was good though. They left out so much like information on the boys' mothers, Amir and Soraya not being able to have children/the issue of adoption, Farid's family, Sohrab attempting suicide, the INS regulations, Soraya's career.... Ah well.

Tomorrow, I'm pretty sure I'm going swimming with Jenn and Casey. I may be hanging with Cassandra as well. Maybe Matt too. What a cool kid he is.

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2008-07-14T04:11:25Z

So, I finished The Kite Runner and it's an absolute tie. Both of Hosseini's novels are incredible and I definitely would recommend them to anyone. I can't wait for his third book. Until then, I need to find something else to read.

Yesterday, I went to my uncle's party. Everybody seemed energetic, so many people went swimming and there were a bunch of kids running around. I actually got to talk to my Aunt Katy about A Thousand Splendid Suns, which was cool. The food, as always, was great.

I didn't do much today. At nine, I started to read intending to engross myself in a chapter or two. Instead, I finished the last 143 pages of the book. Seriously, I'm talking about these books so much because they were great.

Tomorrow, I must visit the dentist for whitening trays.

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2008-07-12T14:57:35Z

In the mail yesterday, I got my transfer credit evaluation from Colorado, which had the AP credits. And...

I got a 4 on the AP Spanish exam!

The previous highest grade for the high school was a 3. I was expecting a 2 because the test was fucking hard. I also got a 5 or 4 on both the Calculus BC and Statistics exam, which means I'm going into college with 27 credits - 3 shy of being a sophomore. The shit work I did in high school has finally paid off.

Last night, I went out to eat with Jenn and Callie. After hanging out, I spent two hours in my bed reading The Kite Runner, which got so, so good all of a sudden. Now, I can't decide whether I like The Kite Runner or A Thousand Splendid Suns better. I guess the ending will tell.

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2008-07-10T17:25:30Z

Next week is going to be awesome. Avatar chapters 12-21 will be on Nickelodeon. I'm still hoping Zuko and Katara get together. Come on, fire and water coming together after 100 years of war. That would be so symbolic. Aang should die. I like him, but the story would be so much more powerful if he died. The next avatar in the cycle will be a waterbender, so maybe Zuko and Katara will have a kid who's the next avatar. That would be really cool. It won't happen though.

Tonight, I'm hanging out with Jenn.

Tomorrow is doctor plus dentist appointment.

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2008-07-10T03:00:23Z

Happy birthday Ashley! She's 19!

Today was pretty uneventful. I didn't get a chance to work on nt6 because I was too picky with nt8, but I do think I'm satisfied now. Other than that, I picked The Kite Runner back up and read some. The rape I heard so much about happened, and I'm mad at Amir for not helping Hassan. And I think Hassan knows that Amir was there, that's why he sleeps all day because he's upset. Understandable.

A letter came in the mail today from Colorado. I got an $8000 scholarship that I didn't even know I applied for! So, Colorado's given me $63,000. Maryland would have been more expensive to go to. I also have my $2500 from KRM and the math department too, so my scholarship total so far is $65,500. Cool. FORTY-ONE days until move-in!!

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2008-07-09T02:32:44Z

Today, I recorded.
nt8's sounding alright. I need to fix the ending though.

I hung out with Casey and Cassandra some. We played cards, and we went to Safeway and Blockbuster, only to end up not watching the movie or eating the snacks. Oh well.

Tomorrow, I'm going to try and work on nt6! It's hella complicated.

My keyboard downstairs is nasty.