it's times like these i thank God i'm alive.

So, it has been a while but considering I haven't been in the country...you're gonna have to cut me some slack.

For all of you that didn't know, I spent my Thanksgiving in the dominican republic with the people I babysit for...they've pretty much become my second family considering they take me everywhere with them and sometimes I spend more time at their house than I spend at my own. They love me....a lot. I left for the dominican republic exactly a week ago today. I got back into the united states late last night after quite an interesting week.

To start off with, the drinking age in the dominican republic is 18. I'm 18 and I drank A LOT....of sprite....but chose not to drink any alcohol. Any other 18 year old would of had a field day, but not this kid. I feel as if I have a role model image to uphold....drinking somewhat destroys this image regardless if it's legal or not. I figure if I can reject drinks all week...where they are free and it's legal to drink as much as I want...I can reject them in college easily.

Today should be a good one...at least i'm hoping. I'm currently helping my parents move stuff from my grandmother's house and then I should be home to get ready. I get to see Jennifer and Adam..finally! :)

I could go on and on for days...but i've gotta get back to work.

I'll leave you with this...

"To have self-control is knowing you can, but deciding you won't."

 

One Confession:

i'm stuck in a never ending battle.