My First A!

Today marked a big day in my two years of university thus far. Why was it such a big day? Because I got my first A ever on an English paper. I know, I know… it doesn’t sound like much reason to celebrate. Especially if you were to look through the eyes of High School Scott, where As came as easy to me as court orders to Lindsay Lohan.

Now, I will say I have gotten a few As before in university, just never in my English classes… The reason why this A is so important is because I am an English major. For the longest time, well, up until now, I felt like I could not just win in English. I was pushing, and pushing, working and working, and all that would come to me were Cs and Bs. I mean, I was still proud of myself to some extent… I got a passing grade. I just wasn’t happy.

And the worst thing about being unhappy? It was that it made me question if I was in the right place. Was university meant for me? Was my success in high school a fluke? My “failures” (if I can call them that) in university really opened my eyes. It brought some bad, and it brought some good. I learned that life goes on when something bad happens and in 19 out of 20 cases, it most probably could be worse. That was the good. The bad is not worth mentioning in my opinion.

But now I got a good feeling. A feeling of “I can.” I know the possibility is there, and I know I can reach it as long as I work my ass off. What was once known as “High School Scott” is now “University Scott.” And what does University Scott encompass? A lot of things… he’s a little wiser, more sympathetic, more calm, more collected, more mature, and, above all, has a clear train of thought as to what to do and where to go.

Final Thoughts: And to think, all this reflection came from a simple grade? Haha!

On a side note…

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Analyzing the Days of the Week

There are a few things I have come to know in life. Most dogs are better than humans, Oprah could potentially become a religion, and that I can tell how days are gonna be simply by the name of the day… as in: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Yes, it is my very believe the days of the week dictate the outcome of the day. Below is my analysis of the days of the week that may or not apply to you… but mainly apply to me.

MONDAY - It’s a hopeful day at the prospect of a good week. It’s a do-over day. I know whenever I promise to make a life change it is going to happen on Monday… whether it continues through the rest of the week is unknown. But if I know Tuesdays, they won’t.

TUESDAY – The Worst Day of the Week. After the hope of Monday is gone, there is Tuesday and the rest of the week ahead of you. You can take faith in the fact that the rest of the week only consists of Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday before the joyous weekend. But for me, Tuesday has no good TV which is really the deal-breaker.

WEDNESDAY - You make it or break it on Wednesday. It is how you let it be. But in the end, there is usually good TV no matter what your taste. America’s Next Top Model and Glee are among my favourites!

THURSDAY – Best Day of the Week. The fact that Friday is coming up makes you giddy and you are willing to push through any shit. And Thursdays are renowned for amazing TV. On my tube is Survivor, Grey’s Anatomy, and 30 Rock. I need to PVR 30 Rock because it coincides with Grey’s and is usually an amazing pick-me-up after the drama at Seattle Grace. On the personal front, I never have classes on Fridays so it signifies the end of the week for me! Heheh!

FRIDAY - The all amazing Friday, the beginning of the weekend. Your social life begins to flourish, which is good because there is never good TV on Friday nights. 

SATURDAY - Just like Friday but even more so. 

SUNDAY – That looming feeling of the week ahead comes into the pit of your stomach. You spend the day being as lazy as possible, conserving as much energy as you possibly can. You go to sleep and hope for a snow day. And when you think about it, it weirds you out that Sunday is actually the first day of the week. 

So there you have it. An analysis of the week, from Monday to Sunday. 

Final Thoughts: Yes I am aware that my happiness on each day is more or less dependent on the amount of TV on.

Long Time, No Blog!

I haven’t blogged in a very, very long time and I am kind of embarrassed about it. My goal with Scott Does Life was to blog everyday for a year, and hopefully continue to do so beyond that. As can be assumed, I completely, 100% failed at this as I haven’t posted in well over a month. But I am completely fine about it, because shit happens and other things take priority.

Essentially what happened is that some of my other goals in life got thwarted and I took a break from things, like YouTube and this very blog. I just took a few weeks to focus on myself, as well as getting back into the swing of a new semester at university. But now I feel like I am “back in control” for the most part – we can’t control everything that happens to us, but we can control how we deal with the unexpected.

My presence on the internet has faltered. I haven’t posted a video on my YouTube channel since August as well, and I completely stopped with the Bedroom Group (once again). I will be honest, I dunno when I’ll post a new video on YouTube and I know I am done with the Bedroom Group. The reason for the discontinuation of the Bedroom Group is that, while it was fun to write, it’s not the kind of writing I would like to share with people. Even though I stated it was just some “teenage drama fun,” I want everything I write and share to be a true reflection of my writing… something more philosophical, more human than what was the Bedroom Group. Like I said, it was fun but it just wasn’t exactly where I want to go with my writing at all.

I did miss writing this blog though. It was a good outlet for myself to get my opinions out there, even if no one or a million people read it. It’s out there, it’s doing something, and that makes me content. Blogging is something that challenges me in many ways and I like embracing it. Whether or not it’ll help me in the long run doesn’t matter. It’s personal more than it is public, I suppose.

In any event, here I go again! Blogging about whatever comes to mind. While I may not reveal my most inner thoughts, I hope my commentary on everyday life and pop culture and my personal pieces of writing are worth the read.

Blog to you later!
- Scott

Final Thoughts: I guess that’s why I called it Scott Does Life… because life isn’t always gonna run smoothly! 

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Dance Badge!

Last night, I made a video for my YouTube Channel with the aid of my brother. The premise: Scott must face the scrutiny of LaTylenol and earn his DANCE BADGE. Can he do it? Check it out below!

Also, all previously published chapters of the Bedroom Group have been posted in time for tomorrow’s brand spanking new Chapter 11 entitled ‘Shake It Off.‘ So, if you haven’t read it or you aren’t caught up yet, go do so NOW! The drama is really just beginning…

And that’s all I really got for you today. Some shameless self-promoting! But on the IRL front, I am hanging out with Michael today! What whaaaat!

Final Thoughts: LaTylenol is a bitch.

Tired Young Bean

I am so tired
That I might retire
But I am only 19
And such a young bean

So I will nap
In a blanket wrap
For I am only 19
And such a young bean

Final Thoughts: Sleepy.

Noddin’ Ma Head Like Yeeeeah

Today was my last day of working this summer! I finally get to enjoy summer and to add on top of it, the weather is taking a turn for the best. So, I get to enjoy some actual summer not a whole lot of rain. Life is good.

My brothers had PVRed the 2009 Teen Choice Awards, and I was kinda loosely watching it this afternoon with them. I didn’t pay much attention to who won – it was basically a Twilight/Jonas Brothers/Hannah Montana fiesta – BUT I somehow became addicted to Miley Cyrus’ latest single Party in the USA. It’s an awful title, or else I wouldn’t have a hard time accepting the fact that I like it. It’s a good upbeat song, and I have to admit that I like Miley’s voice in this one. It all sounds very American to me, like a teen pop version of American Pie… Wow. Did I really just make that comparison. Just listen to it below…

Final Thoughts: I wish Canada had an abbreviation like the United States. 

Wake Me Up When September Begins…

I have so, so many reasons to be excited for the month of September. Thus far, my summer has been alright… Quiet, a whole lot of rain (literally!), and the odd break of fun – I am expecting my summer to pick up starting tomorrow at 5 PM with the conclusion of my last shift of work. BUT I have to admit, I am very VERY excited for September for the reasons below:

• SCHOOL. Even when I was a kid, I was excited for the beginning of school. New supplies, a sweet new backpack, and clothes. What is not to like? But now, school (as in university) is something I am really looking forward to. I miss going to classes, working on papers, and learning. It feels so worthwhile in comparison to part-time employment. I’m sure by the end of this year, I’ll be tired of school and ready for summer but that’s the way it goes, I suppose.
   
• LIGHTS. I have been a fan of Lights’ music for a long time now and her first full length album is coming out on September 22 in Canada! I have been listening to her music on repeat for the last few days, and I am in love with her latest single Saviour. For your entertainment, listen to Saviour below:

• GLEE. Glee is an awesome new show premiering on the 9th of September. It focuses around a school Glee club that is under the new supervision of Will Schuester (Matthew Morrison) and the scrutiny of the entire school. The first episode had a showing a couple of months back and I absolutely fell in love with everything about it… Musical numbers, the comedy, the drama, and the amazing cast of characters (and the cast members themselves!). Below is a trailer to see what it is all about…

So, there you go, 3 Reasons why I am so excited for September. Areeeeeee you?

Final Thoughts: I’m a patient of anticipation.

Stormin’

Today was a pleasant day, despite the severe storms that have been happening in my part of the world. I went to work for a few hours (my second last shift!), then Michael picked me up and we out for dinner and a movie. We saw 500 Days of Summer, which was absolutely fantastic and definitely a unique piece of cinema.

That’s all I really got! Gonna go watch some lightning crash!

Final Thoughts: Storms a brewin’

Quiet Day In

After “yesterday’s” weak post, I think a good post is in order. Unfortunately, I was sick this morning and I threw up. I am feeling ten times better now, just a minor headache. Seeing it as an opportunity to laze around and have a nice day in, I decided to edit together a little promo for Bedroom Group which can be found on my channel or right below!

So that was a fun way to pass time! Yesterday, Chapter 4 was posted and today Chapter 5 was so check them out! You want to be caught up by the 13th of August when Bedroom Group makes it’s big return with 100% new Chapter 11.

What else is up with me? Well, yesterday, I spent the majority of the day with Carmela which is always fun. We watched a drama-documentary about Charles Manson Murders which basically scared the shiiiiit out of us. We also tried to complete a 1000 piece puzzle of some scenic house in nature but it didn’t go to well… We only managed to finish the border and a very small selection of some flowers and the house. We finished the night hanging out with Carmela’s friend Natalie and some of her roommates.

Final Thoughts: It’s good to be punctual.

1 AM Counts as Yesterday…

Aaah! I forgot to blog for the 7th! But it is only 1 in the morning! C’mon! I had a fun-filled busy day with Carmela!

Final Thoughts: Oops… Another post later today!