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Speeches. Crowds. Microphones.

I worked the sound system today, at lunch. Fifteen minutes before the end, I helped out announcing FFA activity winners. I realized the comfortability level for me when it comes to using the mic and speaking to my peers. I figured I'd do well, when it comes to these things. I guess it really depends on the atmosphere though. In the serious settings, I'm kind of choked up and shy. But, when there's a crowd I'm used to seeing on the daily, I'm completely fine with speaking. I brought this up because I have a speech tomorrow.

For the past few weeks, I have been working diligently on a personal essay including the idea of the "American Dream". Since I can become an emotional wreck when talking about a touchy subject in front of a class, I decided to talk about a "positive" pivotal moment in my life. The topic: the day I got my license, and everything leading up to that. I know, I know. I guess at around this age, it's a little overrated in conversation, but I'm so comfortable talking about it, I think I could nail this thing into the wall! That's a good thing, by the way. Therefore, needless to say, I am pretty excited about this essay. All I have left to do is to write down some thoughts on a note card, and go over it a few times, and I'll be good to go. The funny thing is- my speech is based around fear. So, for me to be scared, it would probably be an understatement, if I actually felt that way. Anyway, I pray for the best, and I will be fine because God is with me all along the way. I'm really excited to hear everyone else's on Thursday..and I have been warned that there is normally not a dry eye in the room at some moments. Ouchies. Good or bad, I need a good cry, so I guess this is my opportunity. Sometimes you just need to cry to relieve yourself. I'm ready!

Good night Moon, Good night Stars, Good night Beautiful!

-Murrrrrannnnn