Before I Was, There Was...

My family is a strange bunch of people, but I say that with the utmost respect and love I have. I feel that without family, nobody can succeed or be truly happy in life. So here's to my family. I love all of you!

First and foremost, my Grandma. Without her, I wouldn't be half the person I am today. If you know me closely or even talk to me regularly, you've probably heard a story about my "crazy" Grandma. What most of you don't know is what an amazing person she has been to me, and it's too long of a story to put on paper, but just know that she is wonderful and that I love her with all of my heart. Thanks for being in my life, Grandma. I love you.

And next, my Mom. Without her, I wouldn't be here. Literally. Mom and I don't see each other very often but when we do, it's always a good time. We teenagers often like to complain about our parents, but I find that I really shouldn't complain. For all the things we don't like, there a 20 more we do like. So thanks mom, for being my mom. I love you, Mom.

My Aunt Laurie and I have become close over the past few years and I really cherish the friendship I have with her. She has been such a big help to me with all of my college ambitions and paperwork and has encouraged me every step of the way. She's always one of the first people to congratulate me on an accomplishment, and for that I am thankful. I love you, Aunt Laurie.

My Uncle Jeff and I don't talk a whole lot, but when we do it's always an enjoyable conversation, however brief it may be. Uncle Jeff has had to put up with my incessant phone calls that usually began with "Is Aunt Laurie there?" So thanks Uncle Jeff for handing the phone over to your awesome wife! I love you, Uncle Jeff.

And finally...

My cousin Logan and I don't have a lot in common, but we have always been able to find a common interest to talk about when we're around. We spent a great summer vacation rocking out to video games and random Internet videos a few years back and it was probably my favorite summer vacation and all. Good luck with all you do in life Logan. Work hard, but most of all enjoy your time with your friends. It may seem like it's going to last forever, but it doesn't. I'm older, so trust me. Everybody, your parents most of all, is very proud of your accomplishments in band and everything else you have done, so don't forget that! I'll see you at Thanksgiving! I love you, Logan.

Who I Am

My name is Coty Wiley and I live in Bicknell. I'm the Editor-in-Chief of the school newspaper, and I'm also a member of BPA, SADD, Drama club, English team, Spell Bowl, and Honor Society. After graduating I plan to attend the University of Evansville to get my BA in Secondary English Education. After college, I'd like to come back to North Knox to teach, but I'll be happy just about anywhere. While teaching, I'd like to work on getting my Masters in English from ISU. Life after college is still unknown and very vaguely unplanned, but I'm excited to take the ride of life.

Here I Go Again

Since I've gone back to school I've been really touchy. Anytime anyone says something I keep getting really angry. And I'm not really angry....I'm not sure what it is. Everyone is just getting on my last nerve. Misty said something today and it just made me mad. I haven't talked to her since. Don't plan on it either. She's been bitchy to me ever since she started wanting Shayne's penis.

I have never gotten the least bit frustrated with the special education kids, even when they were intentionally goofing off. And today I almost couldn't handle it. I don't know what's going on. I don't feel stressed. Maybe it's just all these huge things coming up this year. The weekend at college, the school play, going to New York, graduating, going off to college. I'm not sure. I just don't like what I'm turning in to. And it's really not just been this past week. Apparently I've been kinda like this since sometime in December, I just haven't noticed. I hope it's just anxiety about life. 

I've kinda stopped caring about everything lately. I'm just going through the motions. School, work, life. It's just happening. I'm not there. It's really frustrating. Maybe it's the sleeping medication I have so come to favor. I don't like taking them, but it helps me sleep. I really don't think it's actually them helping me. I think it's psychological. I'm not sure how to fix it without becoming sleepless. At least I wasn't a bitch when I couldn't sleep.

I really don't know what to do. I don't want to lose friends and alienate people. I don't want to lay awake all night. I don't want to be anxious about the next 360 days. Can we just skip to 2010? Please.