Well, my fourth week is done and I've got three weeks left.
I wrote an actual story yesterday. Kirsten, who is the life and food editor, said it looked really good. The article was on deals in restaurants in Atlanta; like loyalty programs. She let me pick out a few books to read as well. I picked out three and I'm going to review them before I leave. The book I am currently reading is called "Little Bee". It's about a Nigerian refugee, and the woman she lives with. It's really good, but I probably just like it because it's British. I have an extremely disconterting (yes I know what that word means) obsession with GB and Europe in general. I plan to live in England as soon as I can. I don't care if it's rainy or dirty or anything like that. I have always felt a connection to London and I think I would really fit in there. Plus it's where Joe Strummer is from, so I can visit his grave AND follow my Clash map of London. SPEAKING OF THE CLASH:
I, as some of you may know, am getting a tattoo. But what to get? Well, I am definitely getting a phoenix on my right wrist. Why a phoenix? Long story short, I have risen out of the ashes just like a Phoneix. I have a new life, just like the bird. So I'll symbolize that with a tattoo. However, I haven't found the right design, so I asked my friend Liz to design it for me. Now, you may be thinking, Micha, why on your wrist? WHYYYY? And how will you cover it up? Well, it's because I've always wanted a wrist tattoo. And as for covering it up, they're called bracelets. Amy V. has a wrist tattoo and you can't even tell it's there because she covers it up just like that. Plus, from what I can tell journalism is a bit more lax when it comes to tattoos. I'll ask my mentor what he thinks, just in case. I wouldn't want something that silly to ruin my chances at getting a job in my chosen field.
Ok, there is something else I want to get:
As you all know I am a die hard Clash fan. And I don't just like London Calling and their self-titled. I LOVE it all--Sandinista, Combat Rock, and even the uninspiring Supet Black Market Clash. So I was thinking, what can I get tattooed on me that will represent the Clash? I looked up 'Clash tattoos" on the internet and lo and behold, there came up Angelina Jolie. She has a tattoo in the middle of her shoulders that says KNOW YOUR RIGHTS. Now, that's cool, because that's the name and main line of a bangin' Clash song, but as I am not very political AND Angelina Jolie already has it, so I will not get that. But when I saw that I thought of the quote that I live by. And I mean, I truly live by it. It is a Clash quote:
"Then you realize that you gotta have a purpose or this place is gonna knock you out sooner or later."
So I'm thinking about getting "gotta have a purpose" right where Angelina got hers, and in the same type, because it looked pretty darn sharp. That way I can cover it up, and not have to worry about explaining it.
I just love The Clash. They changed my whole existence, and that's the god-forsaken truth.
Night y'all--micha
Friday, April 23, 2010
Friday, April 16, 2010
YES
I have found the secret to waking up in the morning...
3 cups of bold roast coffee. Yes, I will soon have a caffeine addiction, but it is better than a sleeping pill addition. It is in my eyes anyway.
I submitted my pictures and interviews for the fashion story to Kirsten. One picture I got was of a very chic business manager who wrote down his address so I could send him a copy of the paper he was in. I liked him. The second person I photographed was dressed totally punk rock, which is my weakness. I mean, it doesen't get better for me than Punk. I asked about a million people and only those two said yes. I would be totally flattered if someone liked my style enough to be featured in a newspaper. That's ok, I guess some people are shy.
I was in the paper last week, this time even more. And I feel like I am getting into the mood of humor that is required to write celebrity birthdays. That feels pretty good.
The two guys I am always with, Zach and Ryan, keep me laughing all day long. They're 20 and 21, respectively, and we get along pretty well.
This week was great. It was so easy to get into the swing of things; I REALLY enjoy my job. I probably say that a lot. But it's 100% true. I love journalism; it's my passion and really the only thing I want to do. I can't wait to write for Kent State's paper, and then Vanity Fair. Ha. But If I could choose anywhere to work, it would be Vanity Fair. Would it be possible to work for them in the U.K.? Or Bazaar. Those are my two favorites.
I will be graduating high schoola published reporter. That is amazing. I am so thankful to Graham for providing me with this opportunity.
love--micha
3 cups of bold roast coffee. Yes, I will soon have a caffeine addiction, but it is better than a sleeping pill addition. It is in my eyes anyway.
I submitted my pictures and interviews for the fashion story to Kirsten. One picture I got was of a very chic business manager who wrote down his address so I could send him a copy of the paper he was in. I liked him. The second person I photographed was dressed totally punk rock, which is my weakness. I mean, it doesen't get better for me than Punk. I asked about a million people and only those two said yes. I would be totally flattered if someone liked my style enough to be featured in a newspaper. That's ok, I guess some people are shy.
I was in the paper last week, this time even more. And I feel like I am getting into the mood of humor that is required to write celebrity birthdays. That feels pretty good.
The two guys I am always with, Zach and Ryan, keep me laughing all day long. They're 20 and 21, respectively, and we get along pretty well.
This week was great. It was so easy to get into the swing of things; I REALLY enjoy my job. I probably say that a lot. But it's 100% true. I love journalism; it's my passion and really the only thing I want to do. I can't wait to write for Kent State's paper, and then Vanity Fair. Ha. But If I could choose anywhere to work, it would be Vanity Fair. Would it be possible to work for them in the U.K.? Or Bazaar. Those are my two favorites.
I will be graduating high schoola published reporter. That is amazing. I am so thankful to Graham for providing me with this opportunity.
love--micha
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Second week
I know I'm a little late...
This past week was good. I picked up the paper that I'm published in, wrote a little story (which my mentor said was good), and on my weekend took pictures of people at the mall that looked good. The first guy I photographed was named Menard, and I gave me his address so I could send him a copy of the newspaper he'll be in. Hopefully he'll be in one of the first ones. Well now, I haven't even said anything about the column. It's Atlanta Street style, and we (Jill, the other mentor and I) basically take pictures of people who we think look good and ask them a few questions. All the people have to do is sign the release and I'm on my way. Most people, I've found, don't want to be photographed. Oh well. And those people are the best looking ones.
I really love my job. I hope to write bigger stories soon. But anything is fine really. I just love journalism. It's amazing how efficient people are. They know how to do their job well and they get it done. I respect that. There's a deadline every week and they always make it.
My body does not get up at 6:30 every day. It sucks and I'm not a fan of it. However, I still get up and do my make up and my hair, eat, and brush my teeth. Plus I havent missed any connections yet and I'm never late for work. That's pretty good. It's because I'm taking care of myself outside of work. I eat, I shower, and I take my vitamins. Although, I can never get to sleep before 12:30. It's like during the day my body just gets over this hump and then I'm awake until between 12:30 and 2:00. Lame. I need something to help me sleep. Benadryl does absolutely nothing to me except give me bad dreams. Any ideas? There is a yoga place near my house...
See y'all...micha
This past week was good. I picked up the paper that I'm published in, wrote a little story (which my mentor said was good), and on my weekend took pictures of people at the mall that looked good. The first guy I photographed was named Menard, and I gave me his address so I could send him a copy of the newspaper he'll be in. Hopefully he'll be in one of the first ones. Well now, I haven't even said anything about the column. It's Atlanta Street style, and we (Jill, the other mentor and I) basically take pictures of people who we think look good and ask them a few questions. All the people have to do is sign the release and I'm on my way. Most people, I've found, don't want to be photographed. Oh well. And those people are the best looking ones.
I really love my job. I hope to write bigger stories soon. But anything is fine really. I just love journalism. It's amazing how efficient people are. They know how to do their job well and they get it done. I respect that. There's a deadline every week and they always make it.
My body does not get up at 6:30 every day. It sucks and I'm not a fan of it. However, I still get up and do my make up and my hair, eat, and brush my teeth. Plus I havent missed any connections yet and I'm never late for work. That's pretty good. It's because I'm taking care of myself outside of work. I eat, I shower, and I take my vitamins. Although, I can never get to sleep before 12:30. It's like during the day my body just gets over this hump and then I'm awake until between 12:30 and 2:00. Lame. I need something to help me sleep. Benadryl does absolutely nothing to me except give me bad dreams. Any ideas? There is a yoga place near my house...
See y'all...micha
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