Decisions, decisions, hmmm

Okay, so I'm majoring in Biology and minoring in Criminal Justice next year at Martin Methodist College because the college has yet to get a major in Chemistry or Forensic Science. I'm also going there to play college golf, which is a big deal for my family and my school since I am the first girl from my high school to sign to play college golf. I plan on trying to joining their newspaper as well because as you might know I love to write.

Now, here's the dilemma. I can't decide what I want to do.

On one hand forensic science is something that I've taken a great interest in, and I really want to get into because every case is like a new puzzle. You collect the evidence and try to piece together the truth and nail the perpetrator. I make it sound easy, but the jobs are so complex. The smells, the sights, and well if you have ever watched CSI you know what I mean. A forensic serologist or any forensic scientist in general will get to experience that (even though I'm kind of hesitant about the dead body part) because it's part of the job. I took an interest in forensic science (honestly) after I watched the CSI show for some time and went to a CSI Camp in 2008 to learn more about forensics. I zoned in on serology because it dealt with the lab work, and that is the type of work that I am determined to do.

On the other hand I am a great writer, and I have my newspaper advisor, current editor-in-chief, sophomore editor-in-chief, and staff members to thank for that. Had I not decided my sophomore year to join The EDGE, I doubt I would hone the writing skills that I have today. And, I highly doubt that this blog would even exist. I also wouldn't have met all the friends I have made because of newspaper. The EDGE has made a significant change in my life. A good one (for those on the newspaper that read this :P). A career in writing has not left my mind. I've been thinking about this type of career about as much as the previously mentioned one. And, like I said it hasn't escaped my mind.

And, since I don't have another hand I'll improvise :P, on my foot my Professional Golf Instructor keeps telling me that with my swing and concept of golf, I could make it to the LPGA! Now, that itself is always exciting to hear, and I will admit I smile at the thought of being an LPGA golfer. But, I don't know where my college golfing career will take me or even how long I will stay with golf. Right now, I plan on playing golf for a long time, but I can't predict the future. An LPGA career is on my mind as well, and as long as I stick with golf and continue to improve, I will definitely consider a possibility. But for now, I'm just looking forward to college golf and my education after high school.

It's a lot to think about, and all of it has been on my mind recently this week. I'd like some suggestions or any comments. I'd like to find a way to incorporate them all, but I have yet to figure out a way to do so. So there :P; that's my dilemma. Hope I didn't burst your brains in the process. I'll have another intriguing post later. Tune in to find out!!

YouTube Craze

Ever since my friend Kolby has spent the night at my house, she, my sister Megan, and I have been coming up with funny video ideas. I have posted some of our videos on YouTube, but I still have to post our "commercials." The ones that are up there now are a series called The Possessed Pug Purse. They are pretty hilarious, but I'm just saying. The Anchorwoman is my sister and "Janet" is Kolby. I am the camra person; I must note that these videos are taken with a cell phone. Therefore, they are not of the best quality. Here is the link to the first video. You should be able to find the others from there. I hope you like them and feel free to leave ANY comments. Good or bad.

http://www.youtube.com/user/bkkriz

And again, more videos will be posted soon whether you want me to or not.

Failure to Recall

I have been vigorously applying for scholarships since the beginning of the school, trying to get as much "free" money as I can for college. I have applied for so many now that I can't remember how many I have actually applied for...

Page after page of monotonic questions, always typing in my name, address, home phone number, gender, parental information, etc., etc. Everything seems to just blend together because every page of the applications wants the same thing over and over. Isn't there an easier way?!?

...sigh...

I have completed and sent many, many applications, but I have yet to win one. It's frustrating. I feel as though I'm wasting time and effort, but I keep telling myself that I have a good chance at winning this one.

I must add that I have won something, but this was because I was the only person in my school who applied for it. However, the object won was not money. I really, really would like to win some money.

I suppose I must also include the fact that I am getting some scholarship money from Martin Methodist College to play golf there.

But I didn't really win it.

I stress the win part because I want all my efforts of laborious typing/writing to amount to something other than a moan and disappointment.

My family is middle class, and the way several scholarships are setup middle class income families are discriminated against. I don't get an equal chance compared to other applicants.

I don't mean to rant. I'm just a well-deserving student, among many, who so badly wants to win.

Let Tiger Go Back to His Woods

The media has FINALLY struck a significant nerve with me as they continue to report and report on Tiger Woods's car accident. It's a minor car accident for goodness's sakes!! You, me, or anyone else could have been in that same situation!! And as for the rumor's of an affair, why should anyone CARE?! It's Tiger's business, NOT THE MEDIA'S!! If anything people should be asking if he is okay and can still play golf, which I'm sure he can but it's the thought that really counts. Tiger has just made it through a rough year with his knee, so we should be anticipating his return to the course free of problems. Instead, he now has the media pounding on his back for answers he doesn't have to give them and shouldn't give them. Tiger put his personal life in the dark because he didn't want THIS situation to happen to him. Golf is a sport I am going to college to play next year, and Tiger Woods is one of my favorite athletes. So it hurts me personally when I hear my favorite radio station, Woody and Jim (107.5 the River), degrading the sport and making fun of the whole situation. Golf is a respectable sport, and anyone who plays it should be given as much respect too.

Shy Bunny