Out On A Limb...

"Just about a month from now I'm set adrift, with a diploma for a sail and lots of nerve for oars." -Thomas Keats I wasn't going to post for awhile...I know. But I needed to get some things off my chest and this is the supposed place to do it...so here I am. First off, thank you- Becs, Ramble, and Sue for the kind words and the encouragement. I appreciate it greatly. You all rock. So...ok... I took my chapter 6 test today, which was a brute. But, I studied all last week and all weekend, including my cram session last night. (I was up til 2:30 this morning...ugh) Needless to say, I am exhausted, and just over it all. I still have one more test to take which happens to be a makeup test from chapter 5. And then...two quizzes next week. If I just pass the test I took today, and do ok on the makeup test, I SHOULD, and let me stress...SHOULD pass with a low D. And consequestly, I will NOT have to take the final...which I am desperately hoping for. Let me say this (so ...

So, this is the email I recieved today: I noticed on the assessment that we did that you are still having difficulty factoring. I'm sure that you understand that you will have difficulty with the Chapter 6 test if you don't know how to factor yet. Please see me or go to the Math Lab for help. I am concerned that you will not pass the course without mastering that skill. With great concern, A. Teacher So that pretty much sums it up. I am screwed. No degree. No money. No job. Hud houses and food stamps for life. How ya like them odds??? I have never been much of a quitter...but this time, I guess I am beaten for good. I'll keep going to class, taking the tests, studying as I have been...(up to 3 hrs a night) And if I don't pass, I will know that it must be a part of my plan (fate, what have you) And my degree gets put off for another couple of years, I guess. What's another few...already had 17 so far. So close this time... It's really not fair, but as they say...

Ok, so Jen over at "Keep Passing The Open Windows..." posted recently about Math. Which made me think. Instead of all the ranting on her comments I decided to post my own rant here... I am frustrated and angry. Yeah...I said angry. Why you may ask? Here's why: I hate algebra. I know I have already said that like x squared times 100. I know. BUT... I just do not for the life of me understand why this crap is SO valuable and needed. I can do the basic equations... I can add, subtract, multiply, and divide. I can figure percentages, decimals and fractions. I know simple interest I=PRT (which NO ONE uses anymore and is totally not needed) I know the value of Pi. Approximately 3.14 I got it. I have logic. I have more logic than I care to admit most often and my logical side tends to make me over-think things...which is NOT good. I have critical thinking skills...TONS of em' actually...I'm a single mother, it's required for Chris-sakes! I am never going to/would wa...

I hate algebra... That's all I'm sayin'

::Sigh:: Something has been troubling that I thought I would share with all of you. My son. My son is a typical 7 year old kid, funny, smart, precocious, sweet, energetic and: IN TROUBLE. ALL THE TIME. I love him so much, I wouldn't know what to do without him, actually. BUT... Yeah...the BIG but again. I am worried about a few things lately concerning him. First off...his weight. Yes, yes...I know he is growing, he is a 7 year old boy, and 7 year old boys don't need to be on a diet. In Bubba's case...that may not be true. The pediatrician even stated that he is a little overweight for his growth pattern. Let me explain: My kid LOVES to eat. he is much like his mother in that way at least. And he will eat almost anything you put on his plate, barring ranch dressing, cream cheese based ANYTHING and zuchinni. He will eat Broccoli, asapragus, spinach, mushrooms, olives...and all that weird stuff that most kids wouldn't dream of touching to their pouty little lips. So that ...

I'm public again...so tell your friends. I'm going to start doing ads. UGHH...I know, but I need the money, honeys. So, please link me on your blog if you haven't already. AND what would be fabulous would be a little post and recommendation for your readers to read me. I am kinda asking for help on this, I have to get through the next few months financially until I can graduate and square away a full time job. Your help would be absolutely apprciated and it's GREAT karma if you believe in it, like lil ol me. :o) Read below if you haven't already...a few new posts there. LARGE HUGS as always- Jaded

So this weekend was pretty darn good. I spent it at boyfriends place. It was relaxing, and sinful, and NEEDED. I haven't written a post about boyfriend in awhile...so I thought I would tonite. I actually need to go to bed, but...I'll stay up a little later for ya'll and give you the skinny, I guess. NO...still no three little words YET. BUT...our one year anniversary is fast approaching on the 22nd of this here month, and if he says it good...if not...carry on as usual. I said I wasn't going to obsess over it anymore, and I meant it. I came to a conclusion last week while thinking...which, believe it or not, I do a great deal of on a daily basis. I have a friend...we'll call her "Mary" Mary is 25, single, and looking for a good guy. She's a great girl. Funny, smart, sweet, pretty. I could go on and on but we'll just say that she has loads going for her...she's a quality girl. She reminds me ALOT of myself at her age actually. I see lonliness in...

Attention: My birthday/graduation party is fast approaching, and you are all invited if you would like to attend. Date: May 10th Place: Creve Coeur VFW (Lower level...back entrance) Time: 7pm-????? What to expect: DJ/Karaoke Food CHEAP drinks Jadedgirl VERY wasted. LOL Fun to be had by all! Please RSVP to me ASAP if you plan to attend... Hugs- Jaded

So, in the spirit of fun...I decided to post something well...fun. LOL I found these hilarious conceptual prototype cereals on Cracked.com. (Which by the way, is a GREAT site that the boyfriend turned me on to, and I highly advise those of you like me with a serious smart ass side to check out.) I put my favorite first of course...with my second boyfriend on the cover of the box. So here's to a funny Monday, laugh away while I am at school struggling with the ends of my algebra class...UGHHH. Didn't I tell ya they were funny? Happy Monday, all- Jaded

Oh well...Can't win em' all. Kansas played a good game...North carolina didn't, and that's all there is really. Doesn't matter...Kansas is going to get their necks stepped on by Memphis anyway. Sad Jaded Girl....going to go get drunk now. Last thought- Close only counts in horseshoes and hand-grenades. So over it- Jaded