The Loved Come Home

Long time no blog...
Anyway, sorry for the delay on writing, but nothing had been happening! My week carried on as usual, with school and helping with the rambunctious batch of 1st grade kids. My days were normal, nothing special. But on Friday, two great things happened! My sister came home from Spokane, and Grammy was finally able to go back to her humble abode. That night, I attended the football game, disappointing loss but a great effort! Then I spent the rest of my evening with my sister and hearing the wonderful story of my mom locking her keys in her car at 11:30 at night at BLE attempting to do school work, and having to walk to Madeline's house to use the phone, and then waiting in the dark for my father to come rescue her. Long sentence, but it was a very hilarious tale. On Saturday we had a huge celebration at Grammy and Grampy's house, which was to honor Uncle Timmy's and Grampy's birthdays! Also to welcome Grammy home. Right away I tested out the stair chair, see below:

Timothy rode that thing about 10 times throughout the night. It was quite thrilling. It was so wonderful to see my beautiful Grandmother home and doing her crossword puzzles once again, and it was a great McCann family party.
As each day passes, remember to cherish the people you love, and the things you enjoy. I can't feel blessed enough about the miracle God worked with Grammy, and I smile each time she comes to mind :).
Have a great spirit week people.

Emotional Whirlwind

As I sit here in my bed on a friday night at 12:13 am I start to contemplate my emotions over this week. There are 2 that seem to have reoccured the most, those being; excitement and disappointment.
What I look forward to everyday, what I hold on to through my grueling classes, is that I will be going to Black Lake Elementary and seeing the cutest little darlings. I'm excited to help at work stations, excited to get bombarded with hugs, excited to see the faces of kids with no bigger issues than not receiving snack. For them, life is so simple. Play, run, eat, laugh! These kids inspire me to help, to be a happier and more care free person. These kids leave me with such overwhelming happiness, I can't even describe it! Being surrounded by specimens with such energy is so amazing. It's only been a week and a half, and I can't wait to learn more about these incredible first graders.
My disappointment leads to more personal stories. But school also relates back to my feelings. I seem to be disappointed when I forget about a quiz, or fail one. When I realize I didn't finish my homework, or recognize that my teacher is definately going to be a hard ass the whole year. Disappointment sets in when things don't go as planned. When someone steps out of character, and does something you never would imagine. When your fairy tale ending, even your end of the day ending, does not fall perfectly into place. This upcoming week I'm hoping my excitement and giddiness will overpower my other lackluster emotions.
This weekend is needed, and I'm EXCITED (see already excited) to sleep in tomorrow. I'm going to relax, and do what I do best, procrastinate on my homework! I'm also going to read my new library book, and go to Borders and spend my whole Sunday there. Because that's what makes me HAPPY. The next 2 days should be promising, and hopefully I will wake up feeling refreshed and much better than I do now.
Remember people, smiles are contagious. So if you kids think I'm some lunatic in the halls smiling at every random I see, then so be it. Hopefully you will learn to spread your smiles to other people as well.

Have a good night and make a blog!

A Few Words

We all grow up

We all change

Our souls twist

And rearrange

Some things we keep

Others we trash

Our lives shoot by

In just a flash

But life does not

Stay the same

Without time out

Or pointing blame

We recall friends

Hide and seek

Beanie babies

And Christmas present peeks

The sweet ignorance

Of being young

Grasping toys

And endless fun

We grow old

And discover life

We dabble in pleasure

And face strife

What we do

All depends

On self motivation

And pulling tight ends

Illuminate love

Elicit light

Shine through your skin

And climb new heights

Find your nitch. Accept disappointment. Shine through the shadows. 

The Sky is Everywhere

Life teaches you to reach out. We are presented with different emotions and feelings each day. Why else would we get them, unless there was a reason for each? This week I want to reach out, branch out, extend my wings!
On another note, me and Marney went into my mom's classroom yet again and had a very interesting time. Jakob knows jitzsu? Tristan claims Marney is part of his family, and Willow was born in the jungle. Kids are so uplifting and put me in the best mood! Ahh, another teacher in the family?

I'm still on the lookout for a workout buddy. Please contact me :).

I'm not feeling at the top of my game this week, I've got the September sniffles and coughs. School was bittersweet. My allergy medicine made me completely drowsy in 2nd period, so I was having a hard time focusing. 3rd period my group and I created a rap...the marketing mix was a big hit. Pre calculus homework is rubbing me the wrong way, I can't seem to recall what I've learned. It seems I have the memory of a goldfish...Lunch went well, because well, lunch is my favorite time of the day! My plain burger was disappointing though. A bit dry and hard to swallow. Travis sat with us today, so I met yet another new face! Trevor caged me with his chair which was a great addition to the lunch period. Chemistry was blah and leadership was full of hard work ;).
So overall, just an alright day! The weather was beautiful late afternoon, and I hope for many more note worthy days.
This Thursday I will be attending an orientation to become a foster parent! For puppies of course. I am so very thrilled, and pray everything works out well!

That is it for today.
PS-The title of this post is a book that is spectacularly spectacular...most beautiful imagery and writing I've ever seen. I encourage you to read it! May be more popular with the ladies...haha.
Goodnight

Just the Weekend

Yesterday was great. I was enveloped in inspiration, and illuminated happiness and smiles. I couldn't help but laugh as I listened to Don't Stop Believing, by the Glee cast. I had a great time playing Uno with grammy, and visiting the kittens at the animal shelter. Unfortunately, my favorite was gone. I finished my night off hanging out with my girl friends, watching movies and going hot tubbin.
I was amazed at how beautiful the night was, perfectly starry, and perfectly serene. These are the kind of nights where nothing else even comes to mind.
I have been so much happier this year, even if it's only been 4 days since school started. My spirits are high, and my hopes are up. I'm discovering that I am the puppet master of my enjoyment, my happiness. I can't get over how much my attitude towards life has changed, and I can't wait for more days to come.
I know in my hard times I wanted nothing more than a friend to show concern, so just putting it out there, I'm always here to talk.
I'm not sure what this day holds for me, but if it's laundry and homework I will still depict an essence of contentment and good spirits

 In all the sweet bliss, there was still a feeling of anguish because of the historic date. My heart went out to all the families and friends who lost any loved ones on September 11th.

PS-Analisa come home, I miss you.

"Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life. Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement"

T.G.I.F

I am on the hunt! Liana needs a job, and still hasn't found one. I'm still disappointed I never heard back from Balloon Distractions, which is a company who goes to different restaurants and entertains the guests by making balloon animals! I thought I would be a great addition to their team, but supposedly not, due to that I have no experience whatsoever in balloon making.
If you hear of any openings, or have any recomendations, you should let me know!
On the brighter side of things, I had another successful day at school. I continued making new friends, and meeting new people. Chandler my math buddy even added me on facebook! I shared lots of laughs with my friends, and I'm so happy to have my girl Marney in first lunch. What a thing to get pumped about.
I also went to the local animal shelter today and fell in love with a little kitty. After an hour there, I went to visit Grammy, and hung out with her and my dad. Grams requested for me to write her a short story about a band groupie...
After I left, I decided I needed to go back and see my little feline friend again. I spent half an hour there just to make sure no one adopted him. Hopefully I will have 3 cats starting tomorrow! A dog is a no go, because my parents are bein pretty strict...booooo.
Tonight I will be attending either the Black Hills game, the Tumwater game, or the Spaghetti Bowl. Either way, I'm very happy to be with 2 of my faveyyy girls!
Well folks, that's it for day. Have a great weekend.

"Hold fast to your dreams, for if dreams die, life will become a broken-winged bird that cannot fly."
PS-I love this quote, and decided to share it with you blog world. Sometime in the near or far future I'm getting this tattooed. Woo!

Oh Happy Days

My day at school was actually quite normal. I enjoy making new friends, even if they don't seem to reciprocate the feeling...
My favorite class today was Marketing. I was laughing the whole time thanks to my group, who decided our class mission statement was 'Smiles, hugs, and basketball'. Of course we got all the votes in class, so hello new motto! Dennis, my new russian friend, showed off some of his dance moves, which included a few Michael Jackson numbers. This was after one of MJ's songs was playing, and Dennis went on to ask 'Is this Justin Beiber?'
I was relishing in never ending smiles, and they even continued with Marney at Black Lake Elementary. My mom is a 1st grade teacher, and I enjoy to help her in the class! As we first arrive to my past walking grounds, mother is no where in sight. So Marney because teacher, and I because the student! Finally her class arrives from PE, and are reprimanded for their bad behavior. Tristan, my new friend, would not let me go as we sat in circle time. Little Sammi and Chase also had to be separated, even though they are planning to be married in the future. They held hands constantly. Young love, so adorable. After playing with the bugs for half an hour, it was time for the kids to leave. Jakob had me tie his shoe, Tristan attacked me with a hug/choke hold and proceeded to kiss me on the cheek, and attempted more than one! These kids were out of control! I met Lacey, who will become a teacher and knows how to play the harp. I met Katelynn who lied to me and pretended her name was Madeline. And I met Elijah who insisted I commentate on his beetle vs centipede fights. Today was a day worthy of many smiles and laughs.
So friends, I wish you to have great days in this new school year, to make many new friends, and of course, create some fantastic memories.
I think we can all say amen to that.

Life Here, Life There, Life Everywhere

As school starts, new stresses begin to add on to the old. I decided to create a blog
1) because I'm obsessed with reading my sister's and ebay's
2) writing is one way I release my stress
3) its a way for family and friends to get some insight into the life of Liana McCann!

As most of us whine and complain about waking up early, doing homework, and/or messed up schedules...I begin to think about the bigger troubles in life. As I sit in the hospital, next to my Grammy's bedside for the 36th day in a row, I realize that my sad little issues of getting up 3 hours earlier than usual really shouldn't matter. Even though my complaints won't stop even after I have acknowledged them, I still take a moment to feel blessed for the 36 days and counting I have been given with my Grandma. As I fight for my perfect schedule, she fights every day to win back her strength, and her normal life. The bigger issue here is what I take for granted. What we all take for granted! Life for one, we treat it so poorly, so recklessly. Beautiful family members, who can be annoying at times, but who have been there through everything. And every other little pleasure that we take in life. Here's my challenge to you; tomorrow while you're at school, or teaching(analisa/ebay), or even just riding your bike...take 5 minutes to stop and see something wonderful going on. Whether its the napkin with the note on in from your mom, or the snuggie commercial on tv, smile to yourself and let nothing else bother you! As I like to say, life is precious, life is short so you better live the shit out of it. Thank you and namaste.