A Letter You’ll Never See
A letter you’ll never See
Hidden behind the shadows
Not one glimpse
Not one peek
A letter you'll never see
A song you'll never hear
The rhythm and lyrics unknown
Not one beat
Not one tune
A song you'll never hear
An emotion you'll never feel
Only emptiness inside you
Not one tear
Not one smile
An emotion you'll never feel
If only you could see this letter,
and hear this song,
and feel this emotion,
We could understand each other.
If only I was brave enough,
To show you this letter
To sing you this song
To share this emotion
But no.
A letter you'll never see.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Halloween
Write a Halloween acrostic POEM using one of these words: ghost, monster, mummy, skeleton, vampire, witch.
Spooky Screams
Killer costumes
Excitement in the air
Leaves cover the ground
Eerie sounds
"Trick-or-Treat!"
October 31st
Nightmare
Spooky Screams
Killer costumes
Excitement in the air
Leaves cover the ground
Eerie sounds
"Trick-or-Treat!"
October 31st
Nightmare
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
TU Tuesday
merchandise: goods
This article tells how Price Chopper is suing ShopRite for "marketing effort infringed on copyrighted trademarks." The words used here and throughout the article are used to make a more dramatic effect on the issue. "Infringed on copyrighted trademarks" creates an issue that sounds significant. The author makes the conflict more severe by saying things like "offering a level of service and merchandise that's unmatched in the region" and "luring throngs of curious shoppers" when talking about the compitition between stores. Figurative language makes the article more interesting as well when the author says "advertising is still wild and woolly" and this also stirrs the conflict more. The author adds quotes from members of the companies to show what each store has to say about the lawsuit. "We think it's highly deceptive" says Price Chopper spokeswoman Mona Golub.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Green Eggs and Ham
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0394800168?ie=UTF8&tag=top.100-20&link_code=as3&camp=211189&creative=373489&creativeASIN=0394800168#reader_0394800168
I used to love reading Dr.Suess's books. Green Eggs and Ham was one of my favorites. His books really introduced me to rhyming words. I loved the way they sounded together just like a song and I had no idea it was possible in writing too. The pictures were always so colorful and vibrant I couldn't take my eyes off the page. The silly characters made me laugh and the books were always more fun to read with my mom or my dad. Some books I was able to memorize almost the whole thing because we would read them so much. When I was first learning to read Dr.Suess books were very helpful. I remember these the most out of all the books I read as a kid. One particular line I'll never forget is "I do not like green eggs and ham, I do not like them Sam I Am." The books were always silly, for example there are no green eggs, but thats what I liked about them. I remember having a whole stack of Dr.Suess books that I'd pick from to read before bed. Reading his books was a very memorable part of my childhood.
I used to love reading Dr.Suess's books. Green Eggs and Ham was one of my favorites. His books really introduced me to rhyming words. I loved the way they sounded together just like a song and I had no idea it was possible in writing too. The pictures were always so colorful and vibrant I couldn't take my eyes off the page. The silly characters made me laugh and the books were always more fun to read with my mom or my dad. Some books I was able to memorize almost the whole thing because we would read them so much. When I was first learning to read Dr.Suess books were very helpful. I remember these the most out of all the books I read as a kid. One particular line I'll never forget is "I do not like green eggs and ham, I do not like them Sam I Am." The books were always silly, for example there are no green eggs, but thats what I liked about them. I remember having a whole stack of Dr.Suess books that I'd pick from to read before bed. Reading his books was a very memorable part of my childhood.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
F=Fairfield University
5 Reasons Why I Would like Fairfield
1. Has 38 majors to choose from including the one I would be most interested in which is communication.
2. They are Division 1 for girls soccer and I plan on playing soccer in college.
3. "Fairfield's location puts numerous internship opportunities at students' fingertips and most take advantage of this during their junior or senior year."
4. "You will live in residence with other students who are enrolled in the same core classes. This will help you to make friends who share your passions and interests - and prepare you for the next step." I think this would be very helpful
5. Very nice campus.
3 Reasons Why I Wouldn't like Fairfield
1. "2,600 full-time undergraduate students living on campus in residence halls, townhouses, and an apartment complex" and I wouldn't like going to a smaller college.
2. The total resident student budget is $55,590.
3. It's only 3 hours away but I want to go somewhere further from home.
1. Has 38 majors to choose from including the one I would be most interested in which is communication.
2. They are Division 1 for girls soccer and I plan on playing soccer in college.
3. "Fairfield's location puts numerous internship opportunities at students' fingertips and most take advantage of this during their junior or senior year."
4. "You will live in residence with other students who are enrolled in the same core classes. This will help you to make friends who share your passions and interests - and prepare you for the next step." I think this would be very helpful
5. Very nice campus.
3 Reasons Why I Wouldn't like Fairfield
1. "2,600 full-time undergraduate students living on campus in residence halls, townhouses, and an apartment complex" and I wouldn't like going to a smaller college.
2. The total resident student budget is $55,590.
3. It's only 3 hours away but I want to go somewhere further from home.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Vintage Photo
Children's Hospital
This picture is worth words to me because when I look at this I feel a sense of hapiness and someone caring for others. I see a tenderness in the woman taking care of the children and a motherly quality about her. The two girls are both injured and it makes me wonder what happened to them. Could it have been from child labor working in the factories? Or was it just an accident? The girls seem to be happy at this hospital with toys and games to play like a doll. The nurse seems kind to the children. This picture also makes me think about how a lot has changed over time, even the smallest things like wheelchairs, clothing hairstly, toys, games, buildings etc. Almost everything in this picture doesn't still exist today. It amazes me how much can change over a short period of time almost as if creating a whole new world. I also think that since the picture isn't in color it automatically makes you think it was taken a very, very long time ago even if it wasn't that long ago. I think without color you can imagine what colors might go where and how bright or dark they would be, creating your own picture in your mind.
This picture is worth words to me because when I look at this I feel a sense of hapiness and someone caring for others. I see a tenderness in the woman taking care of the children and a motherly quality about her. The two girls are both injured and it makes me wonder what happened to them. Could it have been from child labor working in the factories? Or was it just an accident? The girls seem to be happy at this hospital with toys and games to play like a doll. The nurse seems kind to the children. This picture also makes me think about how a lot has changed over time, even the smallest things like wheelchairs, clothing hairstly, toys, games, buildings etc. Almost everything in this picture doesn't still exist today. It amazes me how much can change over a short period of time almost as if creating a whole new world. I also think that since the picture isn't in color it automatically makes you think it was taken a very, very long time ago even if it wasn't that long ago. I think without color you can imagine what colors might go where and how bright or dark they would be, creating your own picture in your mind.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Lord Jim by Joseph Conrad
"He was an inch, perhaps two, under six feet, powerfully built, and he advanced straight at me with a slight stoop of the shoulders, head forward, and a fixed from-under stare which made me think of a charging bull."
I had to think fast or else I would've been crushed so I quickly leapt out of the way right as he dashed by me. He was going so fast it took him a couple seconds to slow down and turn back around. This time I was ready. I bent my legs and held up my fists as he started to charge at me again. Just then Jeremy sprinted out from behind the wall and shoved me out of the way and we both went tumbling onto the floor.
"What on earth are you thinking Ben! We have to get out of here!" yelled Jeremy.
"I didn't know where you were!" I said as we ran down the staircase. "Did you get the evidence for the police?"
"Yes I have it all right here" he replied showing me a small brief case.
"Okay but how are we going to get out of the building with the guards there?"
"We will have to create a diversion. Go this way" he pointed to the right.
We ran down a long hallway and when we got to the end we could see the front of the building being guarded by 3 large men with dark sunglasses.
"There is no way we're getting by them without getting attacked" I said.
"I know but I have an idea. You are going to take the brief case so they think you have the evidence and run as fast as you can towards the other side of the building. Once you get far enough just hide in one of the rooms and lock the door. They won't be able to catch you."
"And what are you going to do"
"I'll take the actual evidence and run across the street and use the phone to call the police right away. When they come I will tell them where to find you"
"Okay be careful Jeremy"
"You too. Now go!"
I sprinted as fast as I could past the guards. As soon as they saw me they came running for me. I didn't look back once but I knew they were right behind me. I did as Jeremy had said and ran down the hall until I found an open door and ran inside and locked it. My heart was beating so fast I thought it would burst out of my chest. The only thing I could do now was wait. About 10 minutes later I heard police sirens. Finally I heard Jeremy and two police officers so I opened the door.
"Ben are you okay?" he asked.
"I'm fine. Is everything taken care of?"
"Yes" the police man answered. "We have the evidence. These men will be going to jail for a long, long time. You two really helped us out today. Have either of you considered joining the squad?"
"And thats how Jeremy and I became police officers" I said after I finished the story.
I had to think fast or else I would've been crushed so I quickly leapt out of the way right as he dashed by me. He was going so fast it took him a couple seconds to slow down and turn back around. This time I was ready. I bent my legs and held up my fists as he started to charge at me again. Just then Jeremy sprinted out from behind the wall and shoved me out of the way and we both went tumbling onto the floor.
"What on earth are you thinking Ben! We have to get out of here!" yelled Jeremy.
"I didn't know where you were!" I said as we ran down the staircase. "Did you get the evidence for the police?"
"Yes I have it all right here" he replied showing me a small brief case.
"Okay but how are we going to get out of the building with the guards there?"
"We will have to create a diversion. Go this way" he pointed to the right.
We ran down a long hallway and when we got to the end we could see the front of the building being guarded by 3 large men with dark sunglasses.
"There is no way we're getting by them without getting attacked" I said.
"I know but I have an idea. You are going to take the brief case so they think you have the evidence and run as fast as you can towards the other side of the building. Once you get far enough just hide in one of the rooms and lock the door. They won't be able to catch you."
"And what are you going to do"
"I'll take the actual evidence and run across the street and use the phone to call the police right away. When they come I will tell them where to find you"
"Okay be careful Jeremy"
"You too. Now go!"
I sprinted as fast as I could past the guards. As soon as they saw me they came running for me. I didn't look back once but I knew they were right behind me. I did as Jeremy had said and ran down the hall until I found an open door and ran inside and locked it. My heart was beating so fast I thought it would burst out of my chest. The only thing I could do now was wait. About 10 minutes later I heard police sirens. Finally I heard Jeremy and two police officers so I opened the door.
"Ben are you okay?" he asked.
"I'm fine. Is everything taken care of?"
"Yes" the police man answered. "We have the evidence. These men will be going to jail for a long, long time. You two really helped us out today. Have either of you considered joining the squad?"
"And thats how Jeremy and I became police officers" I said after I finished the story.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
TU Tuesday BLOG
http://blog.timesunion.com/libbypost/come-out-come-out/697/
I think this blog was very inspiring because it was about coming out and it is being written by people going through this. I agree that nothing is wrong with being homosexual and that no one in the government or churches should be against people being gay. “Ex-Gay Is OK!” was written on buttons which I think people shouldn't be allowed to wear. If being gay is the way they are and what makes them happy then no one should be able to tell them they can't be gay. Homosexuality has become a major issue. "Unfortunately, there are still LGBT teens who are taking their lives because of bullying..." It is so depressing that teens are committing suicide because they are being made fun of for who they are. No one should have to go through that. Being gay is a way of life and a choice made by that person and not for anyone else to make for them. "Coming Out is the single most powerful thing any lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender person can do. Letting loved ones, friends, family and co-workers know that you are a LGBT person is important." I agree completely with this because it can be hard to be who you are if you don't have family or friends to support you and help you through it.
I think this blog was very inspiring because it was about coming out and it is being written by people going through this. I agree that nothing is wrong with being homosexual and that no one in the government or churches should be against people being gay. “Ex-Gay Is OK!” was written on buttons which I think people shouldn't be allowed to wear. If being gay is the way they are and what makes them happy then no one should be able to tell them they can't be gay. Homosexuality has become a major issue. "Unfortunately, there are still LGBT teens who are taking their lives because of bullying..." It is so depressing that teens are committing suicide because they are being made fun of for who they are. No one should have to go through that. Being gay is a way of life and a choice made by that person and not for anyone else to make for them. "Coming Out is the single most powerful thing any lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender person can do. Letting loved ones, friends, family and co-workers know that you are a LGBT person is important." I agree completely with this because it can be hard to be who you are if you don't have family or friends to support you and help you through it.
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
TU Tuesday
UAlbany students protest tuition increases, budget cuts
Today at the University of Albany many students left their classes to protest tuition increases and budget cuts. The students were chanting and yelling because they want the building president, George Philip, to give back some of his salary to help decrease tuition prices. They said "let us in, we paid for this building" to really show the school board that it was unfair to increase tuition and cut down the Tuition Assistance Program for the students who need the most help. The total budget cuts were "$300 million in state budget cuts to the State University of New York, $300 annual tuition increase and $31 million trimming of the Tuition Assistance Program."
The students at UAlbany were not the only ones participating in the protest. They were part of a statewide protest which was organized by Save Our SUNY. This group has opposed budget cuts and the raising of teacher and administrative salaries. Last year the school announced that they were cutting majors to save money. I think this is very unfair to the students because if their major was one of the ones that was cut what are they suppose to do? Their choices will be limited and they could have to switch majors or even schools. I know I would be upset if my highschool were to cut the club that I was in. It isnt fair for students especially if the money is going to administators when it could be put to better use for the students and the school. One of the students said "It means they won't listen to us, it means they won't listen to our demands," which really shows how upset these students are. The president finally agreed to meet with them in private and had an hour-long discussion.
1. What did the president and the students agree on?
2. Would the school board consider cutting the administartive salaries to put back majors?
3. Will protests continue?
4. Will many people have to drop out of school because they cant pay tuition?
5. What will students do if their major is cut?
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Opinion Prompt 8 - Skinny models are setting a bad example for teenagers.
Models are everywhere. In magazines, newspapers, movies, on tv, poesters etc. Teenage girls see these stunning, stick-thin, long-legged models everyday. Looking at these "perfect" women makes teenagers think thats what you have to look like to be pretty. Girls want to look just like the movie stars and actors they look up to but they don't realize being super skinny doesn't mean you're beautiful and to be beautiful you don't have to be that thin. I think there should be more plus sized models because there are so many girls that look amazing even though they aren't a size 0. Everyone has a different body shape and not everyone's body is super skinny but that doesn't make any of them any less gorgeous.
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