Life in the Eyes of an Algebra-flunkee, As of Now:

Okay. So if you read my previous post, you'll know that for last quarter's exams I didn't do so hot on the Algebra one. I didn't this time, either. However, I did improve by that 1% I predicted!! Unfortunately for me though, my algebra teacher said that if you got a 65% or under, you should start worrying. Talk about pressure-- if I don't get at least a 70% by the end of the year, I won't pass, or I'll have to retake the course in high school. I SO do not want that to happen. So my parents and I are looking for a different tutor, as of now.

On Friday, I bought myself the Amazon Kindle! It's an e-book that can hold up to 3,500 books and other types of literature for you all on one pencil-thin slab of silicon, plastic, and wiring. In other words, a book computer. The first book I bought was Shiver, by Maggie Stiefvater. It's reeeallly good :D Of course, now I'm broke, since it cost $150! I saved up a lot. Fortunately, this was perfect timing. Next Thursday is Chinese New Year, and I'll get lots of money then!

For you female readers (I highly doubt any of the male species has ever read this blog), have you ever just wanted to blame the world on boys??? I know for sure that I have. You try so hard to be true to yourself and others, and it ends up hurting you because the boy you like doesn't like you for that. That's how I am right now. This particular guy just doesn't seem to make sense-- I think he likes me, and I also kind of like him back. But then he turns around and calls this other girl hot whom I don't even know . . . . any advice? (sigh) Things would be a lot easier if they all were just straightforward without being weird . . .

Sorry. This is one of the rare times you'll ever see me vent on this blog. I hate to dump all my academic and social stresses on you guys, but it just feels good to get it out there. If you have anything you want to add, just comment!

<><><>Kristen

About Me and My Books

Mood: relaxed

Song: "Hey, Soul Sister" by Train

Time: late afternoon

This is my first time EVER blogging. I keep a private journal at home, but that's not the same as this. There's nothing really to say, except that I am completely engrossed in 3 books I am currently reading. Those of you who appreciate books and adventure combined, prepare to be amazed!

"Peak," by Roland Smith, is about this boy who is caught tagging New York City skyscrapers. He has a choice: be the youngest ever to climb Mt. Everest, or go to JDC for 3 years. Sounds awesome, right? The next book I'm reading is "The Season," by Sarah MacLean. Alex, the main character, is caught up in the swirls of the London season and a mystery. It is similar to the books of Jane Austen. Finally, the last book I am reading (more like getting to) is "Fang," the latest Maximum Ride novel. His little sister/flock member foresees him dying. I said "flock" because he has wings, and so do the rest of the kids who stick with him.

Thanks for taking the time to read about my literary life! I am SUCH a literature freak. . . .

<><><>Kristen