The sound of breaking glass stopped her. Brooke dropped the tv remote and froze. What was that? she thought frightened. Her parents weren't suppose to be home when she got back from practice. She was about to call them when she realized both of their cars were gone so they couldn't be home. Immediately she realized someone was in her house. Her heart beat sped up and she started shaking not knowing what to do but then decided to call 911 right away. She turned and quickly tiptoed to the kitchen. She turned the corner and screamed.
"Don't move" said the man dressed in all black. He had a face mask on so she couldn't see what he looked like. his voice was deep and he had a thick accent she couldn't recognize. When he pulled out a gun her heart dropped. He pointed it at her and she thought her life was going to be over. She stood there trembling with fear. For some reason he decided against shooting her and began to keep looking for anything that was valuable. Brooke remained where she was, glued to the floor. She only slightly twitched when his phone rang. He answered and began fighting with the person in a different language. When he was distracted Brooke saw it as her only opportunity. She grabbed her father's butcher knife that was sitting on the counter and threw it as hard as she possibly could. She didn't even look to see where it had hit him because she was already sprinting out of the house when she heard him scream.
She was barging through her neighbors door less then 20 seconds later. Mrs.Sage was extremely worried when she saw the look on Brooke's pale, firghtened face. Brooke explained what had happened between sobs and Mrs.Sage called the police. The rest of the night was a blur. Brooke felt better when her parents came home but wasn't completely relieved until she overheard the police man say
"You don't have to worry, he's dead."
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
TU Tuesday - Editorial
http://www.timesunion.com/default/article/Editorial-A-smarter-way-on-contraception-2398578.php
The speaker gives facts while also still including their opinion into the writing smoothly. "The Obama administration faced an admittedly difficult decision when it refused to allow the so-called morning-after pill to be sold to girls 16 and under without a prescription. It's not too late, though, to revisit this issue and do it right." The author stated the facts and said that they didn't think this was the right way to handle it. The author includes and clearly states both sides of the story but leans toward the side of allowing teenage girls to have access to this drug... "Surely there are ways to make obtaining this drug — which must be taken within three days after intercourse to have a reasonable chance of being effective — less onerous for adolescents, without taking adults, including parents, out of the picture."
The author reasons why a girl would need to take a morning-after pill and it is clear that she thinks it should be allowed when she says "it's not unreasonable to wonder whether a child wants to buy this drug after a rape that she is too afraid to report, or does not feel she can talk to her parents." The author is siding with young girls and thinking of possibilites other than just having sex at a young age. She backs up her opinion by saying "The FDA had concluded that the drug is safe, that girls under 17 can understand the product is not for routine use and that they could use it properly without the involvement of a health care provider."
The author states that she thinks the parents are responsible for whether their kids know about having safe sex. "Where is the counseling on responsible sex? Where is the parent? Where is there at least another adult, if only to ask a few simple questions: Do you know about safe sex? Do you know that there are various options for birth control? Is everything else OK?" She isn't worried about offending anyone. It's easy to tell that she thinks girls should have access to this drug because their reasons for taking it could be that their parents aren't teaching them safe sex or the possibility they were raped.
Throughout the editorial we know what the author believes, but in the end she doesn't state what she thinks the Obama administration should do in the situation, just that there is a better decision. "Somewhere in those two goals is an intelligent, compassionate solution. The Obama administration would do justice to all sides by finding it." I think the author backed up her opinion well.
The speaker gives facts while also still including their opinion into the writing smoothly. "The Obama administration faced an admittedly difficult decision when it refused to allow the so-called morning-after pill to be sold to girls 16 and under without a prescription. It's not too late, though, to revisit this issue and do it right." The author stated the facts and said that they didn't think this was the right way to handle it. The author includes and clearly states both sides of the story but leans toward the side of allowing teenage girls to have access to this drug... "Surely there are ways to make obtaining this drug — which must be taken within three days after intercourse to have a reasonable chance of being effective — less onerous for adolescents, without taking adults, including parents, out of the picture."
The author reasons why a girl would need to take a morning-after pill and it is clear that she thinks it should be allowed when she says "it's not unreasonable to wonder whether a child wants to buy this drug after a rape that she is too afraid to report, or does not feel she can talk to her parents." The author is siding with young girls and thinking of possibilites other than just having sex at a young age. She backs up her opinion by saying "The FDA had concluded that the drug is safe, that girls under 17 can understand the product is not for routine use and that they could use it properly without the involvement of a health care provider."
The author states that she thinks the parents are responsible for whether their kids know about having safe sex. "Where is the counseling on responsible sex? Where is the parent? Where is there at least another adult, if only to ask a few simple questions: Do you know about safe sex? Do you know that there are various options for birth control? Is everything else OK?" She isn't worried about offending anyone. It's easy to tell that she thinks girls should have access to this drug because their reasons for taking it could be that their parents aren't teaching them safe sex or the possibility they were raped.
Throughout the editorial we know what the author believes, but in the end she doesn't state what she thinks the Obama administration should do in the situation, just that there is a better decision. "Somewhere in those two goals is an intelligent, compassionate solution. The Obama administration would do justice to all sides by finding it." I think the author backed up her opinion well.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
H=Husky
http://www.pluspets.com/dogs/dog-breeds/husky.aspx
Breed Description - "Alaskan and Siberian husky puppies maintain many characteristics of their wolf ancestry, though they fortunately lack the wild and unpredictable disposition of wolf crossbreeds. Both puppies and adult dogs tend to wail and howl rather than bark and will usually protest with caterwauling cries if forced to do something against their will. However, they're excellent companions, they're good with children and make suitable family pets."
Appearance/Size - "Both the Siberian husky and the Alaskan husky are about the same size as a Labrador retriever, reaching a height of 21 to 24 inches in adulthood. Full-grown, healthy male husky dogs weigh 45 to 60 pounds. The fur of a husky is double-layered. Its undercoat is thick, while its topcoat is straight and fine. Their eyes can range in color from light (blue) to dark (brown), and it's not unusual for a husky to have two different-colored eyes or single eyes of mixed color. Their ears are small and triangular in shape. Husky dogs have bushy, sickle-shaped tails."
Diet - "Considering their energetic nature, these dogs need a high-protein, high-calorie diet. Don't leave husky dogs unsupervised in the kitchen or anywhere else food is kept because they'll often steal it."
Temperament - "Husky dogs tend to fare poorly in obedience competitions because they grow bored of repetitive tasks fairly easily. They're strong-willed and intelligent, and it takes patience and commitment to train a husky puppy properly. Professional guidance is recommended."
Shedding -"Brush or comb the hair of a husky dog once or twice daily to remove dead strands. This breed is hairy and sheds profusely in spring. It helps to bathe the dog during shedding season to expedite removal of hair tufts."
Health/Allergies/Vaccines-"Cornea problems, ulcers and thyroid deficiencies rank among the most common problems husky dogs face. They also wander by nature, which makes them prone to accidents. Needs canine vaccinations. "
Breed Description - "Alaskan and Siberian husky puppies maintain many characteristics of their wolf ancestry, though they fortunately lack the wild and unpredictable disposition of wolf crossbreeds. Both puppies and adult dogs tend to wail and howl rather than bark and will usually protest with caterwauling cries if forced to do something against their will. However, they're excellent companions, they're good with children and make suitable family pets."
Appearance/Size - "Both the Siberian husky and the Alaskan husky are about the same size as a Labrador retriever, reaching a height of 21 to 24 inches in adulthood. Full-grown, healthy male husky dogs weigh 45 to 60 pounds. The fur of a husky is double-layered. Its undercoat is thick, while its topcoat is straight and fine. Their eyes can range in color from light (blue) to dark (brown), and it's not unusual for a husky to have two different-colored eyes or single eyes of mixed color. Their ears are small and triangular in shape. Husky dogs have bushy, sickle-shaped tails."
Diet - "Considering their energetic nature, these dogs need a high-protein, high-calorie diet. Don't leave husky dogs unsupervised in the kitchen or anywhere else food is kept because they'll often steal it."
Temperament - "Husky dogs tend to fare poorly in obedience competitions because they grow bored of repetitive tasks fairly easily. They're strong-willed and intelligent, and it takes patience and commitment to train a husky puppy properly. Professional guidance is recommended."
Shedding -"Brush or comb the hair of a husky dog once or twice daily to remove dead strands. This breed is hairy and sheds profusely in spring. It helps to bathe the dog during shedding season to expedite removal of hair tufts."
Health/Allergies/Vaccines-"Cornea problems, ulcers and thyroid deficiencies rank among the most common problems husky dogs face. They also wander by nature, which makes them prone to accidents. Needs canine vaccinations. "
Monday, December 5, 2011
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Spiral Poetry Prompt
Spiral Staircase
Never ending rows of steps
I can barely see the top.
One circle after another
It looks like a twisted ladder
that never ends.
I start to climb,
round and round I go
everything around me spinning
twirling
swirling
Feels like I'm running in circles
and going nowhere.
But I keep climbing,
Not thinking about anything
except one step after another
turning and turning
again and again
until finally
I reach the top
of the never ending staircase.
Never ending rows of steps
I can barely see the top.
One circle after another
It looks like a twisted ladder
that never ends.
I start to climb,
round and round I go
everything around me spinning
twirling
swirling
Feels like I'm running in circles
and going nowhere.
But I keep climbing,
Not thinking about anything
except one step after another
turning and turning
again and again
until finally
I reach the top
of the never ending staircase.
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