Whimsical Notes

Dear reader(s),



Today I thought I would try a letter format. I might be keeping it in later posts, but you'll have to let me know what you prefer. I want to make sure that this is in the best format possible, as to ensure that you come back to read. =] I know that my last post was a tad bit too long, so I'll try to appease you with a shorter note.



Currently, it is freezing cold outside. No, I don't know if it's really 32 degrees F or below, but guess what? I like slang. It doesn't involve a lot of thinking, which can also be a bad thing. I love the snow today. I just woke up and decided that I was going to love it. I haven't really been in the Christmas spirit this year, but over the weekend, I think I changed. =P



*INTERESTING PART* On friday, I took my Spanish exam at the university where I take some courses. I freaked out in the middle of the test because there was a whole section that I didn't understand or recognize. Well, it turns out that my professor had accidentally put that section on the exam, even though we won't cover it until the spring semester. So that eases my mind a bit. BUT, the interesting thing happened after the exam. As I was making my way toward a door that lead outside, I fell down about half a flight of stairs. It hurt like no tomorrow. The whole building was super quiet until I had to ruin it with my fall. I ran like the wind (Bullseye!) out of there. I really hope that nobody saw me. Yes, I did reference Toy Story. I'm that cool. =P

On a different note, since it's the season of giving, I'd like to tell you all about a charity called Invisible Children. Wow, do they do wonders. They help children who have become child soldiers. Can you imagine being kidnapped in the middle of the night by people you don't know and then forced to become a soldier...all at the age of 7? I can't. I'm so glad I can't. You know, we're all told that we've been blessed a million times over, but when do we really stop and listen to what people are saying? We have been blessed, it's true, but the whole reason we've been blessed (at least I think so) is so that we can give to those who haven't been given what we have. If you'd like to learn more about the organization, donate, buy merch, watch videos, or sign up to volunteer, go to invisiblechildren.com. =]

I'M EXCITED for the 21st. Well, I'm excited for Christmas too, but that's not what I'm getting at. I'm president of the branch of National Honor Society at my school, and on the 21st, we're going to be showing the movie "Elf." I LOVE THAT MOVIE. It's so funny! Plus, we all know that it has a great message. Not to mention the fact that it leaves me feeling all hopeful and warm inside after I watch it. Does this mean I'm addicted to "Elf?" Who knows? Who cares???? I just want to watch it! Speaking of addictions, my facebook addiction is dwindling, which is a good sign. Not that I don't use it, but I don't rely on it as much any more.

Well, I promised I'd keep it short, so as not to bore you.

Sincerely, you friend, forever (if you want), with love and all that good stuff,
Arianna

~The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.~