You cant always get what you want

"But if you try sometimes, you find. You get what you need!!" Journey couldn't have said it better.

Today, I was in my school choir class, and the audition for the big Christmas Concert solo came up. I had been working on this solo for quite some time, and had it borderline memorized, so I was feeling pretty confident about it. The teacher calls up everyone that wants to audition for the solo, and a ton of girls, including myself, all walk up into a straight line. Instantly feeling like part of the musical "A Chorus Line" I pull a very dancer like position hoping to be the one that gets noticed. The teacher then tells all of us that we will be singing bits and parts of the solo one at a time, so alot of the girls switch from one end to the other in hopes that they will not be the first, or last person to sing. I was pleasantly staying in my very middle but closer to the end spot. Better to show all of the girls up at the solo that I had memorized anyway right?
Once the teacher finishes the audition, he pulls a 180 on us and says the class is voting. All of the sudden it isn't about who the teacher likes the most, its about three things. 1. Are you their friend? 2. Are you an okay singer 3. Do you look good that day? I figured that most of my chances were completely lost by this point because I really don't know most of the kids in this class due to the fact that there are over eighty of us, and while I really like to get to know people, I really like to get to know people thoroughly, and there are alot of them. Last but not least, I was wearing sweats, a baggy shirt, and decided not to do my makeup.

So I didn't get the solo, and I don't really want to question why I didn't get it. The point is, is that you can't always get what you want. But sometimes you get what you need. So look at situations such as mine that way. I did want the solo, but I did need not to get it. It is always hard, not getting what you want and worked for, but it is also very beneficial for life.

After being cut from the first round, I graciously accepted my fate, and sat back down. I then proceeded to take part of the class and vote for who I thought deserved the solo. During this time I started to think of what I did have. I got both leads in the school musicals. I am Theater Sterling Scholar, and I get the opportunity to go to UTA and audition for schools. What I didn't have? Humility, and I am very grateful that I got a piece of it. I didn't deserve the solo. As much as I really wanted it, I am glad that it went to another girl. 

Today's motto is to be humble. Graciously accept what the world gives you. Don't brag, and don't get over confident. It just hurts others, and eventually will hurt yourself.

Last but not least, be HAPPY!!! :)

This is going to be a blog about everyday life. Not about anything specific. Just how to survive different situations that tend to happen to alot of people. From dealing with annoying friends or coworkers, to successfully eat a banana without squishing the top (theres a trick to it.) This is a positive blog. Used to make people happy and to learn something new. Not to criticize and destroy. I hope that it helps make a difference for somebody. Whether its just for my own personal benefit, or anybody who wants to read.

So, starting off strong. How to successfully get along with other people while you are in a car for hours on end. This may include road trips, carpools, or a hectic madrigal season. ( I have been in all.)

The key here is to not complain. Try to understand where everybody is coming from. If you are really stressed out about the others, start thinking positively about every one of them. Think of compliments. No matter how hard it may be, it will help you calm down, and the ride will be much smoother. Nobody wants to deal with the complainer in the group, and nobody ever wants to be the one to stop them. So DONT COMPLAIN. Its really not a big deal, and you will get out of that vehicle eventually. Try listening to music that you enjoy, or small talk that will not bring up an argument. Get along with the backseat drivers. If they are starting to bug you, calmly but firmly ask them something to keep them distracted from the road. Hopefully they will reply in a positive answer so you don't get into an argument. Last but not least. If you really cannot handle those around you, text other friends or family, look out the window and play the ABC game, take a nap, or just keep focused on driving if you are the driver. It is totally easy, and totally duable. I promise. :)