Mommy .

Mommy,

            Although this letter will not be given to you, I just want to tell you how thankful I am to have you in my life. I know you do not think that I care for you much or that I am not grateful for all the supporting actions you do, but in all honestly those assumptions are wrong. From cooking to cleaning, providing, and loving, I know I have all that I need. I know you become agitated and annoyed when I lock myself in my room with my laptop and ignore you all day but you need to understand that I am a teenage girl and that is normal. Do not take this so personally. I also want you to know that when you feel lonely and sad and I do not show sympathy it is not because I do not care but because I do not know how you feel. I have gone through a broken heart many times but I have never had something like you and dads relationship. Something you thought was so strong. In conclusion, I just want to say that I love you and I will always be there for you. I may not be able to help much, not being in your situation, but my arms will be open whenever needed.

Forever & Always,
Your Daughter,
Jasmine

My Role Model!

         My role model would have to be my grandma. My grandma is one of the strongest women I have ever met. Within the last few years she has had to experience the death of her son, her brother has had several surgeries, and she has been in and out of the hospital several times. I do not know any other person that can go through events as traumatic as those and still come out with a smile on their face. Through all of the pain and tears, my grandma has managed to keep her relationship with God. I think this is another reason how she managed to get through. This is the kind of person that I want to become. When I get to be my grandma’s age, I want to be the kind of lady that everyone remembers. I want to be known as a nice, fun, and respectable person. 

Bahama MAMA ;*

   If I could live anywhere in the world, I would probably live somewhere in the Bahamas. The Bahamas are made up of about 3,000 islands and are located southeast of Florida. I would live there mostly because of the warm weather. The weather in the Bahamas is near 80 degrees and humid all year round. I love hot summery days when I can go outside and walk around in just a tank top and shorts. I would love to be able to go outside every day and not feel all cold and uncomfortable, even in December. With this weather, it is easy for one to get lost in the ocean. There are so many activities to do in the crystal clear water of the Bahamas including surfing, water skiing, kite-boarding, kayaking, and jet skiing. The weather is not my only motive, But because of the warm and humid climate, tropical plants and animals are able to live on these islands. This adds a beautiful and unique scenery that one just can not get from Ohio.

What would you do?

             It may not be easy to achieve ones goals and dreams, but it is not impossible. There may be many hindrances attempting to get in the way, and I believe money is one.  I do not think I have learned much from this project, but what I have learned I believe is very important. Money may get in our way, but it can not stop us. I believe this project was a great way to try and get people to stop looking for obstacles and focus on what is most important, ones dream. I have learned that many people act and look like they do not care about this topic, but when given the time to think and explain, I have realized they actually may.

X-TRA CR3D!T

         After completing the “Day in My Life – Energy Use and Transformations” worksheet, I realized that I use up a large amount of energy. If it came to the point that I had to give up some items, I would choose these objects: My iPod, Camera, Microwave, bedside lamp, and alarm clock/radio. I could give most of these things up very easily because they are just luxuries and many different things could replace them.

         My iPod is mostly used for music, games, and an alarm, which are things that I also have on my laptop or cell phone. I do not use my camera very much because I have one on my phone and a camera just takes up too much space. An oven or a conventional oven could easily replace our microwave. I do not use my lamp much, and I could just use my bedroom light. And lastly, my laptop or cell phone could replace my alarm clock/Radio. 

Cirque Du Freak

         I personally, do not have a favorite book. Instead of just one book, I enjoy the series Cirque Du Freak, by Darren Shan. I like these books because they are very interesting to read. These are not the kind of books that people read to learn about something, but more for entertainment. They are about a boy and his life as a half vampire assistant. I would define the series as horror and mystery.

         I do not like to read boring books at all. My favorite kinds of books are the ones that keep me guessing. I also like books that make me crave to keep reading on. I like these kinds of books because there will never be a boring chapter. With boring books I tend to skim most parts and not read the whole book. Therefore, I either do not understand the reading or I do not get the full feeling of it. And what is the point of reading a book if one does not understand it?

After Apple Picking

         The most important aspect of setting a goal, I think, is determining what ones motivation is. Motivations could be intrinsic or extrinsic. For example: in the poem “After Apple-Picking”, the man in the story once was curious to pick apples. He once had intrinsic motivation to pick apples, but after a while he realizes that now he is not so happy and maybe now only has extrinsic motivations like the money that he might need. Through the use of hyperboles, the author conveys a message of the torture of doing something that one does not enjoy doing, for the rest of time.

         Frost uses many hyperboles in his poem to make it understandable that there will be suffering when people do something that they do not enjoy. I believe this is true because if people spend too much time doing something they dislike, even if it is the smallest amount of distaste, those people will eventually become restless. In the poem, Frost states, “Load on Load” (l.26). This shows how impatient the man is getting with his work. This is not the only reason the author uses this literary element.

         Frost also uses hyperboles to create an image for the reader. I think using these exaggerations displays a vivid image of the story from the authors point of view. Frost states, “There were ten thousand fruit to touch” (l .30). This hyperbole gives an image of what the author sees when he looks at the orchard. In this case, the author sees millions of apples that he must pick, instead of just a beautiful orchard.

         With the use of hyperboles, the author suggests to be cautious to what one chooses to do, because it could end up with suffering. This message is important because one little decision could affect the rest of ones life and how that person lives it. If I could do some for the rest of my life and money was no object, I would make music, any source of music. This may not have any affect on society, but it is something very special to me. Music is a big part of almost EVERYONES life and I believe it always will be.

If I could . . .

                  If I could change something that has previously happened in my life, it would have to be my freshman year. To be specific, I would change my work habits. Freshman year was probably the worst year I have been through, Grades wise. I not only did awful in Biology, but I also did horrible in Geometry and Spanish. My report card was mostly “B”s and “C”s. Now I know that is still passing, but that is not enough. Just “passing” is not enough to get scholarships and recognized by great colleges.

         That is why I have made a vow to myself and with some of my classmates to try my hardest and to get the best grades possible with my knowledge. I had a great start, but the bumpy part is coming. Grades are almost due and my “B”s are turning into “C”s fast. But I know if I keep the support of my peers and teachers and work hard, then I can get myself back up there.
         This may also effect my friends. If I was to do better last year, It might have inspired them to also do better. Although I do regret this, There is nothing I can do about it now. All I can do is to try harder this year and the years ahead.