Welp, it has definitely been a while since I posted anything or even interacted with the blog. Now I know some might jump to conclusions, thinking that I have perished, and others probably did not even notice my absence—jerks (just kidding!)—but it is safe to say that Ally is very much alive! She has just been terribly busy. I hate hiding behind excuses, because I think it is cowardly, but I’m making an exception because of these circumstances:
- Band
- College Preparation
This past year has been full of everything band. Since I became section leader, I had to take on many responsibilities. I wasn’t allowed to miss any of the practices, sectionals, or competitions . . . not even to take my SAT. Anyone who has participated in marching band knows how hellish marching season can be. My section members were another time-sucker. Making sure that they were doing what they were supposed to be doing and being available 24/7 to help them was a huge time commitment.
And then there was college. I am currently stumbling through my senior year of high school, and it is not fun. There are things such as college applications, SATs, and scholarships that have been monopolizing my time. I haven’t read a book for fun in ages, and I am highly embarrassed about that fact.
So I blame them for my lack of reading and blog dedication. With the end of marching band and my shrinking college duties, I expect to be much better off for the new year.
Well hopefully as we head into spring you'll get more time to relax, but senior year really is a busy one- even busier than when I graduated way back in 95 (Friends was still on the air and not just in repeats). Sometimes life forces us to take a break from blogging. ;)
ReplyDeleteLol, I'm hoping I have some down time in the spring. I just want to be lazy again.
DeleteI have definitely been there! I did marching band all 4 years of high school. Plus concert and jazz bands. Band was my life in high school and it really does take up a ton of time. Hope things start to slow down for you soon!.
ReplyDeleteWow, you must have had a lot on your plate. I keep myself away from jazz band, lol. Thanks, I hope things start slowing down too. :)
DeleteBeing a band section leader must be tough.
ReplyDeleteWe're still going to be here, enjoy your last year of HS & kick ass on those college applications & your SAT!
Haha, I will definitely do my best! :)
Delete''Now I know some might jump to conclusions, thinking that I have perished, and others probably did not even notice my absence—jerks...'' It takes a lot to get me to laugh out loud in the mornings, but that line did it! hahaha Anyways,YAY for being alive! :D It sucks when real life gets in the way of fun stuff like reading and blogging, but it happens to all of us. I also remember how hectic college preparations can be - not to mention any extra commitments (like band) can be! Glad to have an update from you though :) And good luck with all College applications, SAT's and marching!!
ReplyDeleteLol, thanks! It does suck. Hopefully my schedule will be easier to handle this spring. I really do miss blogging and reading.
DeleteSchool is the most important, Ally, so I'm sure everybody understands. Marching bands are fun! But they are a lot of work as well.
ReplyDeleteGood luck on your SAT, scholarship applications and choice of college.
Lexxie @ (un)Conventional Bookviews
I'm just hoping all this work pays off, lol.
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