Tuesday, June 14, 2011

thoughts on being a speech geek

4 rounds. 7 speakers in each round. today was a great day. I was in my element, everytime i compete i am reminded of how much i actually enjoy speech, it may be a little bit tiring but nothing beats walking out of a room at the end of a round knowing i did my best. I love that there is a mutual respect among speech kids, we all want the other to succeed, just as long as they don't get in our way. The opportunity i have here in Dallas is to take part in a community of people who carry the same convictions and passions as myself. As i prepare for the last 2 rounds tomorrow i realize that what it comes down to with everyone here is that we all long to bring awareness about our topics. Whether it be self esteem, gay rights, or child abuse. We all want our voices to be heard. we want people to realize just how crappy the status quo is. We long to make a difference in this world. And that, ladies and gentlemen, is what separates speech and debate kids from everyone else. We sacrifice everything for a chance to be heard.

Monday, June 13, 2011

Dallas. Day 1

Texas pretty much rocks my socks. We arrived yesterday, today and marks our first full day in Dallas, Texas. So far i'm really liking this state, in spite of the fact that i woke up at 1:00 PM today. the flight was interesting to say the least, being a first time flier, i expected flying to be a lot easier than it really was. the guy behind me wouldn't let me recline my seat and the ladies in the rows next to my mother and I kept glaring at us.
So far, a lot of the people that we have come into contact with have been nothing but sweet and nice. I'm liking the feel of Texas because everything's at a slower pace, people aren't rushing around the place freaking out over something, people aren't rushing other people. it's nice. I actually like Texas. i never thought i would like Texas only because 1) i don't like horses. 2) never been a fan of cowboys and 3) it always seemed like a barren state. WELL BAM SARAH. i really like Texas. have i said that already? well if i havent I SHALL REPEAT MYSELF. i really like Texas. anyway i suppose i shall get ready for the afternoon and go explore the hotel so i don't get lost during rounds tomorrow. oh side note: the waiter at Chipotle last night. was really cute.