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You drive me crazy

Dear Readers,

In no way do I support Brittany Spears, but her song "You drive me crazy" so accurately describes this week that the catchy tune has been stuck in my head. Maybe I'll have to think of another song like "Crazy Train." Getting to the point, this week brings a lot of action for me and everyone else.

First off, I have to share the most exciting news of my week. I am officially an member of one the largest fraternities on this earth: the Melchezidik Priesthood. That's right, on Sunday I was sustained in stake conference and then ordained an elder later in the afternoon. It may seem obvious, but I feel this overwhelming sense of more responsibility. Whatever the case, I feel really great. :)

This week brings many a final meeting for various groups as our high school career comes to an end. Tomorrow is our last band concert of the year, during which all the seniors will be recognized for their participation in the instrumental music program. Our Jazz Band is relatively young this year, with only four seniors out of the twenty or so in the group. I'm sad to have it come to an end.

We also have a senior testimony meeting this week. I can't say I'm looking forward to this meeting. Feeling the spirit will be great, but crying will go on a rampage through the group of seniors who attend. The tears might come to my eyes and I don't like that idea.

Choir also has an end, which has far surpassed its due date. The seniors will also be getting awards at the choir barbeque, but they won't mean as much due to the fact that most of them are lame awards. I saw one today that was entitled the "Mr. Personal Agenda" award. Talk about lame credits. Although, getting these awards will sum up a the pretty lame year we had in the choir program.

By far, the most exciting event this week takes place on Saturday. Today we, a few guys, planned out what we would like to do on that day for a group date to the Olympus Senior Prom. The night doesn't sound too extravegant, but I can garuantee it will make for a good time.

Yes siree, this week already has been and will be a great, busy week. I'm already tired. ;)

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