March 30

Dear Diary,

Today I had cheerleading tryouts for the fall. It went off with almost no incidents. The only error was gripping a girl's foot a little too hard while she was on my shoulder. I didn't break it, only bruised. I am still learning how to control my strength. Dad says I'll get the hang of it. It's easy for him; he's been a vampire for over a century. Even mom mastered it. I know when she was turned she was stronger than dad. But that faded somewhat. She can still beat him in arm wrestling. It's hilarious to watch.

After tryouts, Sally and I went for a bite. As I am half-human, I do eat food. I prefer drinking blood but know that would cause unwanted attention, not to mention freak Sally out. And I do like some human food, mainly French fries. Yum! They are the best! The school cafeteria is so-so. I usually eat from the salad bar, like mom did when she was human. Occasionally I'll have a burger or slice of pizza, but generally it'll be greens and fruit.

I love apples. I don't know why. They taste so good, sweet and tangy at the same time. Mmmm…my mouth waters just thinking about them. It's like I have some connection with apples. Mom laughed when I mentioned it but didn't elaborate. She just looked at dad lovingly. They are SO weird sometimes.

I heard them again last night, going at it. I swear, mom must be sore from what dad does to her. Last time I passed by their room, they were assessing the damage of their headboard. That's the fourth one they've broken! The way they moan and groan, grunt and yell, you would think there was something wrong. But I know better. It makes me smile actually, makes me happy to know that they are very much in love and wanting to share all of their love with each other physically. I, of course, have no romantic interest in dad (no Electra complex here!) but I do know that he is fit. Dad has a body, I often see mom ogling him. And he makes no secret of ogling her either, touching her and holding her. Sometimes I wish they'd get a room, but most of the time it's sweet. I hope I find someone like that.

I'm supposed to be betrothed to Jacob. But dad told me to take it easy. He told me to have fun and date boys my age. I love Jacob dearly, but he's like a big brother to me. I don't know how I'm supposed to love him romantically. But as mom points out, things change.

Prom is coming up. I really want David to ask me out. He is so hot! I know he finds me drooling over him, but I can't help it. It's no wonder he's captain of the wrestling team, with the muscles he has. I can't help but wonder how it would feel to be in his arms, pressed against his chest, my lips on his. Lol. I'm getting ahead of myself, he doesn't know I exist! But if he did, we'd give mom and dad a run for their money!

Well, I'm signing-off. Dad just came by my room and asked if I wanted to go hunting. I never pass up an opportunity to spend time with him. I'll talk to you later!