Lindsay Anderson

Performing in front of the crowd at my last concert of the tour, I cannot help but smile and feel energetic Tonight, the last concert is being held in my hometown of Orlando, Florida Even though it was fun going on tour and performing all across the U. S., I am glad to be back here After all, there is no place like home

"Thank you, Atlanta, you guys are awesome " Cassidy cheered into the microphone. After the crowd finished cheering, Cassidy began to speak again. "For the last song, I will be singing Kenny Loggins' "Footloose, and I would like to invite my best friend, Callum, to sing it with me."

"Scott has not kept his eyes off you since you got here, girlfriend." Marnie, one of my plethora of good and genuine friends, smiled. "It is so, so obvious that he adores you as more than a friend.""That's more than okay with me, because I have been in love with him for the longest time." I smiled, blushing a little. "On a different note, I cannot believe that we are the only two girls here at the sleepover ""I know, right?" Marnie asked. "Lucky us ""Agreed " I smiled, as Marnie and I high-fived. Relaxing in my lounge chair by the pool, I met Scott's gaze. Moments later, we smiled at one another and gave each other a little wave.

For those of you just joining us, you are probably wondering what all of us are super excited about. Well, I am more than happy to tell you Due to the fact that my best friends and I have to be in Orlando for our concert tomorrow, but don't have to be anywhere today, my parents, best friends, and I had decided to spend some of today at Disney's Hollywood Studios. With this said, we came up with an idea that is truly going to surprise the tourists While at Hollywood Studios, my best friends and I are going to separate into different areas near Rock N' Roller Coaster ft. Aerosmith, begin to sing one at a time, and then congregate in front of the entrance for that roller coaster and sing one of our new songs. Think of it as like a flash mob, but with singing instead of dancing

"I know that we have said this a lot tonight, but you ladies look absolutely gorgeous." Carter said, giving my hand a squeeze." Your good, guys, and thank you so much " Carmen smiled, as Cameron gave her hand a gentle squeeze. "You guys look amazing, too "While hanging out on the beach this afternoon, Cameron and Carter had asked Carmen and me if they could take us out on a double date tonight. Due to the fact that Carmen was secretly and completely in love with Cameron, as well as the fact that I was secretly and completely in love with Carter, we had excitedly said yes After all, how could my best friend and I turn down two wonderful, cute, and genuine guys, such as Carter and Cameron?

"I would like to make a toast to a senior year that is bound to be great and awesome " I said, raising my glass." Amen to that " Archie replied, as we clinked glasses. "Cheers ""Cheers " After taking a sip of my drink, I asked, "So, Arch, has anyone asked you to tomorrow's back to school dance?""Yes, but I politely turned them down." Archie replied, thought-fully. "After all, the right girl has not asked me yet.""Oh, okay." I replied. "Well, would you do me the honor of going with me?"

It had been one year since Demi Coolidge and her mother, Debbie, had been at their beach house in Anderson Cove, California. The last time that they had been there was last summer. This was due to the fact that Debbie and Demi spend the entire month of July at the beach hous, their wonderful and relaxing home away from home. Now, Debbie and Demi were back for another amazing and relaxing summer, and were more than ready for it.

Dancing on the dance floor with my best friends, our plethora of good friends, and the rest of the juniors and seniors, I could not help but smile. Tonight was my school's junior/ senior prom. Due to the fact that this was the senior's final dance before graduation next Thursday, tonight gave us an opportunity to be together with everyone one last time. With this said, tonight's dance was a very special one.

Two weeks ago, Demi had met her favorite actor, Donovan Duncan. Quickly, she had learned that they had a lot in common. Two weeks later, Demi found herself getting ready to go on a date with Donovan. This was something that she had only fantasized about On a different note, Demi was also calm and excited about it Over the past couple of weeks, Donovan had shown his true colors. Not only was he down to earth and kind, he was also genuine and a true gentleman. As Demi spritzed some perfume on her neck, she could not help but smile. After all, she had an exciting night ahead of her

"Are you okay, Sweetness?" Mrs. Eason asked gently. "You seem a little nervous.""I am nervous, excited, and okay at the same time." Andrea replied, honestly." What is making you nervous?""The last time that my best friends, friends, and classmates saw me, I had long, brown hair, glasses, and braces, and a jaw that did not close all of the way. Now, I have blonde, shoulder length, wavy hair, a corrected jaw, and am glasses and braces free." Andrea explained. "I just don't want to be treated differently because of my new look.""I can promise you that that won't happen, honey." Mrs. Eason said thoughtfully. "After all, they have shown time and time again that they love you for the good person that you are. Second, you have shown them time and time again the same thing that they have shown you.""Thanks, Mom." Andrea smiled, giving her Mom a kiss on the cheek. "I will see you at noon.""I will be here." Mrs. Eason smiled. "Have a great first day, sweetheart ""Will do " Andrea smiled, getting out of the car, and closing the door behind her.

For as long as Scott and Sicily could remember, their families had been longtime close friends. In fact, that started before Scott and Sicily were born With this said, many amazing traditions were made over the years One example is the Fourth of July barbeque at the Donahue's mansion. Ever Fourth of July, Scott and his family would come over to the Donahue's mansion, and Mr. Donahue would barbeque for everyone. After dinner, everyone would watch the fireworks in the sky. Truth be told, it was an awesome tradition

Dear Journal, This morning at 10:30, I flew in from Los Angeles to Dallas to spend a few days with my family and friends for Christmas. So far today, my family and I had a Christmas lunch at IHOP and opened presents. Afterwards, I took a good nap Not only was I tired from the flight, but I had my best friends' annual Christmas party to get rested and ready for Noe that I am showered and dressed, I am truly ready for a night of Christmas fun -Brand

Making my way up the steps to Chase's mansion to partake in his annual Christmas party, I am a little nervous. None of my best friends or friends know that I am here for Christmas. That is exactly how I wanted to keep it. After all, I wanted to surprise them Here goes nothing, I thought to myself, as I rang the doorbell.

"Are you sure that you are not hungry anymore, sweetheart?" Natalie asked, "You barely touched your food.""I'm sure, Mom, I promise." Nia replied, getting up from the table and giving her Mom a sad smile. Tears filling her eyes, Nia continued, "I'm just going to go up to my room and relax a little.""Okay, sweetie." Natalie replied, gently, Without saying anything more, Nia made her way up the stairs." If you don't mind me asking, is everything okay with Nia?" Nina asked, gently, as soon as Nia was out of earshot. "She is not her bubbly, happy self.""She is experiencing her first broken heart." Natalie frowned. "The guy that she had dated for three years cheated on her with someone whom she thought was her friend, and broke up with her.""Are you serious " Nick asked, anger filling his heart. "When did this happen?""A couple of days ago." Natalie replied. "I just want to make it clear to you guys that Nia is excited and happy to be here and to be with you guys. After all, she has missed you lots. She's just going through a lot right now, that's all."

"It's so great to see you, sweetie " Aunt Joanna exclaimed, wrapping me a big hug. "It is so great to see you ""You, too " I smiled back, hugging my aunt tightly. "I've been looking forward to this for weeks ""Me too " Aunt Joanna exclaimed. "We are going to have so much fun this summer ""I'm looking forward to it "As we made our way from baggage claim to the limo, I could not help but smile. I was finally back in Orlando with my favorite Aunt. Pretty soon, I would be reunited with my secret love interest and best friends Truth be told, life could not get any more awesome

Every summer since the age of ten, seventeen year old Paisley Moore had called Hensley Christian Camp, which was located two hours outside of Orlando, her summer home. From the first Monday in June until the first Friday in August, she resided there with her plethora of good camp friends that she had kept in good touch with over the years. Truth be told, Paisley looked forward to this time at camp every year. As she made her way to her cabin, Paisley could not help but smile. After all, she had a feeling that her last year here at HCC was going to be the best yet.

"How is it possible that you, Bentley, and I are seniors this year' Bea asked, as she drove herself and her best friend, Beverly, to Porter. "It is completely exciting and uncanny to me.""Me too " Beverly exclaimed. "It feels just like yesterday that you, Bentley, and I were walking through the doors of Porter for the first time as kindergarteners ""Agreed " Bea replied. Changing the subject, she asked, "So, are you ready for the best school year ever?""I was born ready " Beverly smiled, as she and Bea pulled into Porter's parking lot.