Getting their money back...

Highpointe is definitely getting their money out of the people living here. My roommates and I are moving out on Wednesday this week. However many other people we are close to have already left. They have had to warn us about inspections. Everything is checked. If something is dusty, we get fined. If a screw is loose, we get fined. Even if we have the wrong kind of light bulbs, we get fined. It really is ridiculous. I understand charging for damages. That is a big deal and I will gladly take that fine but for something being dusty?? That seems a little extreme. I guess there is no point in complaining about it. Going to spend all day cleaning top to bottom whether I like it or not.

Headed out...

Leaving Clemson this week. It is definitely a bitter sweet goodbye. During my freshman year I have met so many new people..amazing people that it will be difficult to go on without. There has definitely been some rough times but the all good times outweigh them. From dealing with roommate drama to dancing the night away out on the town nothing could come close to comparing to this freshman year. Moving to Lander University next year is going to be a big adjustment. I am going to miss all my friends and teachers I have made connections and memories with. I have had heart breaks and I have found love again. No matter what I do I know everything is happening for a reason. Through all my mistakes someone is watching out for me. Give him praise! I'll be back Clemson!! Over and out...

Taste the incomplete rainbow...

While in the middle of my biology paper my mind wanders. For an unknown reason my ADD brings me the topic of skittles. In thinking about skittles and how you are suppose to taste the rainbow I realize there is no blue skittle. Why isn't there a blue skittle??? The rainbow is not complete!!! Blue is my favorite color. I just don't understand. First of all artificial blueberry flavoring is delicious! Second of all kids love turning their mouth colors and the color that turns your mouth the most is blue! I want answers....Back to Biology...

Should I stay or should I go...

I got a new boyfriend. One would think I would be happy as can be about this. However, I'm having mixed feelings about the situation. He is super sweet. I couldn't ask for anything more. He takes me out, calls me the sweetest names, gives me everything I could ever want in a guy. So why am I unsatisfied. Unlike most couples who click when they are together, I feel like the two of us click when we are apart. It is just on and off with me. Don't get me wrong, we have so much fun when we are together but there are times when I just get turned off by him. He is completely into me and thinks I'm the greatest thing to walk the Earth. Maybe I'm just not ready. I couldn't imagine finding anyone better but there is just something that isn't there for me. I think the recent heartbreak is just making it hard to fall again. I guess we are going to have to give him a shot. Sweet boys shouldn't get punished by broken hearts. He deserves a chance and I'm going to give him one. Wish me luck. What do i have to loose? Here goes nothing. :) And I'll be happy about it!! Looking forward to actually getting treated right for once.

Vanishing People...

I am addicted to American Idol. I have followed it throughout the seasons. By far my favorite show but one thing about this show bothers the hell out of me. Where do all my favorites go? Specifically speaking was a college student by the name of Kyle Cruise. During the auditions Kyle WOW'ed all three judges but was never seen again. I have been waiting and waiting. I know there are a ton of people to go through but it is like he completely vanished after the amazing audition he delivered. How does that happen? Steven Tyler even said he could see him being THE American Idol!!!! It upsets me a lot. He was amazing and not to mention adorable!!!! Oh well...hope he is somewhere....vanishing people is never good.

Mom came to visit...

I have not seen my biological mother since Christmas. The other day on Facebook she messaged me saying she missed not seeing me and that she wanted to come up here. I told her I was going to have a pretty busy weekend but that we could do dinner on Friday nigh (last night). To my surprise she agreed. Usually she will send these messages and nothing ever becomes of it. She says she misses me but then never shows. As I waited for her to get to my apartment my stomach turned over and over. I felt so nauseous I could barely stand it. I heard the knock on the door and immediately my stomach sank. Seeing her was almost awkward. We went downstairs to get in the car only for me to see her husband with her. We do not get along. He always talks bad about my dad. On the way to the restaurant he yelled at my mom for throwing his drink away. Even though my mom and I do not have the best relationship I still couldn't stand to see him raise his voice at her. It took all that I had no to lose it. We stopped at a gas station and mom went inside to pay. I was stuck in complete silence in the car with my mom's husband. Things were dead quiet for a good long minute when all the sudden he broke down and told me how much he loved my mom and that he would not be able to imagine where he would be without her. Of course there was more to our conversation but that is the highlight. I could really tell that he was being sincere. I have always been about giving second chances. We all had a great supper together and a good lunch today. They are gone and I can truly say this is the first time I have actually missed my mom in a long time. I think things are well on their way to changing between her and I. I just hope I am not let down this time.

Donnie Darko...

Decided to have a movie night with my best friends after a very hard week. My roommate Carrie suggested the movie Donnie Darko. I had never seen or heard of this movie so I decided to give it a chance. This was a horrible choice. It may have been the beer and wine but I had no clue what was going on and to this moment I am still confused. It was like the producer was on acid. Who in their right mind would think of these things? A young teenage boy that has mental problems including hallucinations containing an imaginary bunny named Frank. I don't want to ruin the ending for anyone wanting to watch it but the end was completely awkward and in a way morbid. It could just be my misunderstanding but like I said I don't have a clue. I think I will stick to the good old Disney Classics. Continuing movie night with Robin Hood. Goodnight y'all!

Today I am nervous...

I took my first exam for Biology 101 today. The test was suppose to cover chapters one through seven. My studying started on Monday and I completed two chapters a night. I read the book and my notes while also making close to 150 note cards full of scientific material. Last night I stayed up until around two in the morning going through all the chapters one last time to make sure I got all the details. This morning I got up early to start studying again. Needless to say I was ready for whatever this test could throw at me. In class a few people asked their last minute questions while I sat quietly...anticipating the moment when she finally gave out the test. I got my wish. But the moment I got it in my hands I noticed it seemed to be kind of thin. Forty-two questions. Are you kidding me? How can you cover seven chapters of material in forty-two questions? With slight disappointment I began to read the first question. I was soon interrupted by the professor explaining that many of the questions may be confusing and suggested that we should probably read the questions multiple times before choosing an answer. She made the test herself. Why do some professors try to trick you. I know college classes are suppose to make you think but with averages in the fifties would you not think you are tricking us enough. I took my test choosing my answers very carefully. After I was done I returned to the first page. I went back through every question and checked for mistakes once again. I will continue to stress about my grade until next Monday at 11:10. I feel fairly confident about the test but there is still that haunting thought in the back of my mind that I will fall into the range of average. Sad day, but I'm glad this week is over.

Too Violent for a Facebook Status

They kill and eat llamas in Peru.....Defiantly the DRAMA LLAMAS!!!!! If you were a llama I would kill you....but I wouldn't eat you because you are trash and more than likely have multiple STDs. You are a skanky, low-life, pitch black haired bitch.

With all my love,
Stacy Simpkins

In a small town...

In a small town there is not much to do. It is very easy to become bored and adventure out into trying new things. Also in a small town, everyone knows each other and everyone sticks together. In some cases this is a good thing but in some cases it can result in disaster. Most teens make the best out of what we have in the small town or either make the trip to downtown Spartanburg for a little more excitement. This was always the choice for my friends and I. I grew up with the same friends throughout most of my school years. We were all one big family. But after 13 years who wouldn't be? Even though some of us stuck together as we grew, others took a different route. I know drugs and alcohol are everywhere for teens these days but I feel like you see it a lot more in a small town. My town of Inman, SC was notorious for drug busts and busting teen parties. Many of my friends went to jail. Many of my friends dropped out of high school. However, nothing has effected me more than seeing many of my friends die. Teens are always looking for excitement whether they are trying a new drug or drinking just a little bit more and more each time. With their minds altered many bad decisions get put into action. They were the cool kids in school. Anyone could pick them out in the crowd. Nice clothes, Nice cars, and always surrounded by the same inseparable group. While at one of the famous weekend parties, they decide to drive home. These trips were cut short as well as their lives. I have been to too many funerals throughout my high school years. Responsibility is a large part of partying. I would be lying if i told you that I have never taken a shot or drank a beer. But I can assure you that after the first drop I was not going anywhere near my car. Even though there is a protector at most of the parties to stop people from leaving this technique does not stop everyone. I just wish people could realize they are not invisible. It can always happen to you. My heart drops every time I watch the news and I hear of a deadly car accident in Spartanburg. Which one of my friends is gone now? I just do not understand. Where were they going that was so important that it was worth risking their lives? So many questions go unanswered but one thing is for sure...they are missed.

RIP...Carlyn, Chelsey, Tyler, Will, Raymond, Chandler, David, and Carla.

If you are in a relationship...

To often now-a-days girls and guys with a significant others act as if they are single when they are away from each other. I see this happening from an outside view all the time. If you are not wanting to be committed to one person why are you wasting time by being in the relationship at all. Cheating is unnecessary. If one person is not happy in the relationship then the relationship should just be let go because more than likely the person being cheated on is fully involved and committed. This second party does not deserve to be treated badly. Long distance relationships are very hard on both people involved. I once read a quote that said, "Distance: For people who know a good thing when they see it. Even if they don't see it nearly enough." I don't know where this quote came from but I see complete truth in it. Another problem with relationships today is the pressure from outside forces. People do not respect other peoples relationships. Guys will do anything to get with a girl no matter if they are single, in a relationship, or even married. However, no one gender is worse than another. Girls will do the same exact thing. I just do not understand how someone could be in a relationship without being happy. What is the point? If you want to act single then be single. Do not play around with someone's heart.