Alright, my two dedicated readers (because I honestly think only two people read this book up to this point), panicking hurts your body.

I should know. My lungs still hurt, or maybe that's due to the fact that I'm not used to running.

However, before we get into more detail on what I'm talking about at this moment, I want to give an update about yesterday since I haven't done that yet.

Yesterday, I got quite a bit of paperwork done for the Veterinary Technician program and sent in a few forms.

Earlier in the day, I went to the dealership and for the first time, I got to see the impala in person. I even got to drive it and it feels so much like Marcy (my old Grand Marquis). Although, the word that came to mind was smooth. It drives so smooth, but also like a smaller tank.

Definitely a car I would drive. It's still low to the ground, but I've gotten used to worse. I just have to be careful getting in and out of the car.

My next car will be more like an SUV. That's later and after school thing. I have more important things to deal with right now.

I'm glad that we found the car and I'm happy, but the amount of paperwork that I had to sign was INSANE!

My mom, the whole time, said 'we paid with cash, there would be more papers to sign if we used a card.' Thanks, Mom!

And officially it is my car! My name is on the title and everything! With Marcy, my mom put it under her name as I wasn't 18 yet and we weren't expecting her to last the almost four years that she did.

I'm hoping (even though the mileage is a little high) that Silver (my silver 2011 Impala) will last as long as Marcy did (or longer).

Grey approved of the car when we got home. One of the reasons why I chose the name Silver for my new beaut. He's got some scratches on him, some interior scoffs, but no rust and looks really nice.

Since we got him through a dealership, I have a new license plate and I'm waiting for the title from Secretary of State to come in the mail. I'm so happy that I don't have to deal with anything pertaining to Silver through SOS as it's bad enough I have to put up with a long wait to get my driver's license renewed.

So that happened yesterday.

Today, I paid tuition for my classes (it was showing up that it was overdue from June 22nd. I registered for classes on July 8th. Plus, we this new stupid system, I called it quits and just paid for the classes so I don't have to worry about not technically being registered for the classes or something ridiculous like that), I ordered school and other things from Amazon, and I celebrated my brother's birthday.

With my Amazon order, it was mostly textbooks (I was able to order all of my books cheaper on Amazon aside from one), school supplies (lab coat, stethoscope, rubber gloves, and bandage scissors), plus a swimsuit and water shoes.

I am so excited that my swimsuit and shoes are coming in the mail!!

I did spend a lot of money today, and I'm kinda getting worried about my financial situation as I really didn't expect to be in this situation. I never thought that a pandemic would hit the same year that I get into the Vet Tech program. It's just my luck I would be in a situation like this...

Anyway, for the reason why my lungs are sore. My siblings came over to celebrate my brother's birthday a day early. My older sister had dropped off her dog with us before she went to work today at 12.

Her dog and my dog had spent hours together playing. We thought the must have been by the time everyone was here around 9 (they had nine hours together at that point).

My younger sister had used my car and I was outside talking to her as she pulled up. All of a sudden, I hear shouting from the front door and two dogs run down the street.

When I say my sister's dog is a bad influence on Grey, it's a bit of an understatement.

Just yesterday, Grey was off-leash walking around in our yard as we were checking some things for my car (plus pumping up the tires and replaced the gas tank cover). He's fine and he will stay with us.

But, of course, when Sally ran out the door and down the street, he had to go with her.

We all ran after them and was able to get them. I was barely holding Grey as I knew he would follow us in the house, but my brother let go of Sally to early and she bolted again. Grey ran after.

They got further down the street. At that point, I was screaming and panicking as I ran after them.

I tried everything in my book to get Grey, but because of Sally, he wasn't listening.

It was scary, but it was okay.

I was able to get some water, have cake and ice cream, and once Sally left, Grey went back to his usual self.

He's currently sleeping soundly since his sister wore him out a lot.

Once my older sister and brother left, I volunteered to clean up dinner and do the dishes. I don't know why, but doing dishes and cleaning is really therapeutic for me.

I'm still a bit tired and off from the whole situation, although, by tomorrow night I should be good to go. Which is good as I have a video viewing day early on Thursday. I have to watch a handful of videos, take notes, and then fill out questions and turn them in.

It's nice that I'm doing everything early as I have a course that starts on Monday and my sister's graduation party is coming up. Plus, I have a birthday party happening on the second of August that is going to be fun.

I've actually already started planning for my birthday. I was thinking of just staying home and doing a couple of shots and drinking a little on my birthday, but since it's on a Tuesday this year and I have school (over Zoom) on Wednesday, I'm not going to go crazy.

Besides, I now have a baby shower to go to the weekend after my birthday and I don't know how much studying I need to do at that point, so every weekend will be open for studying unless I have a family function to go to.

So, yeah! A pretty crazy two days. Oh! I almost forgot.

Since the kittens are turning two in August and September, we bought them an early birthday present and it came in the mail today.

They now have a cat condo/tree. It is so cool. I don't have any pictures (nor any pictures of my car...oops...?) unfortunately, though it's still cool.

Anyway, I should get going. It's been a long day.

Right! I also almost forgot something else!

Yesterday evening, I officially stepped down from serving at my church as I am going to go to school full-time and I honestly need a break. I have been volunteering since...I don't even know how long. My whole life has been spent volunteering for something or another.

I remember helping out with the homeless when I was in elementary school! I haven't stopped volunteering since I started full-time in sixth grade!

I'm overdue for a break to focus on something else (like a career where I can get paid for my time. I love volunteering, don't get me wrong, but it's demanding after a while) that will is rewarding as well as helping me financially (I have kids to worry about, fur babies, but kids nonetheless).

I once volunteered (and organized/lead over forty volunteers at a time) for almost 90 hours in six days.

It's time for me to refocus and settle down on a career.

Wow, that's a lot of words so far. And looking at the time, no wonder my hands are falling asleep.

Okay! I think I covered everything that I wanted to.

Just, a little reminder for my future self, don't be so hard on your self. I know that certain things can bother us. It's crazy to think how far I've come when it comes to accepting criticism. I want you to remember this moment (and the moment that we failed using the scanner and the time when my family poked fun at a past relationship), to see how far you've come and, hopefully, see growth from now and the time when you are reading this. Thanks.

Good night, everyone (two readers)! Thank you for reading!

~MsPenguingirl1234.

Published: July 14, 2020.