Frances Farrell

 At last, this is the end. I just hope my content blends. These thoughts from my head; That I magically ponder. Will follow you to your bed,  And leave you in wonder. Though I'm no Jacob Tremblay, My words come to slay. And just like Joseline said, I'll "do it like it's my B-day."

In the essay, Lee Herrick talks about the experience of being "a Korean adoptee raised by Caucasian parents." He explores his distinctive opinion on the concept of family out of the basic perception. From his encounter with bullying and racism, the author was able to talk about the positive role his sister, mother and father played in his life. He said, "My sister is the protector but also an inspiration for kindness. My mother is a support system but also the creative force. My father is a role model but also a support system." Even though Herrick was constantly reminded of his physical dissimilarities, he notes his childhood as "great" because of the support and defence he got from his family. They even "joke about having each others' traits" and partake in loving banter. From the essay, the author analysed his life experience to create a unique definition for Family. Lee Herrick's perception is correct; a family does not need to ha...

  Cancel friends that mock your dreams And constantly throw shade All they do is make you scream Like your playing charade It may not be a simple task because they're hiding behind a mask But I promise you with this regime You're sure to feel so supreme Cancel all that negative energy Unless your game is double jeopardy You'd claim the title and the money Then leave your enemies looking funny

 The argumentative essay establishes that the author believes guns are more deadly than knives because "knives don't ricochet." Ivins' backs her argument using the Second Amendment. She adds that some citizens "are not a part of a well-regulated militia." Therefore, they don't need one. I agree with the author 14-year-old boys don't need a gun. A gun in their hands is destructive and life-altering. The author notes, the only persons who should hold a gun are armed forces. However, I disagree. There is no secret that there can be defence forces who misuse their weapons like people in society. Though, the author suggests that the US uses gun restrictions methods like England. She still feels that individuals think "they have the power to kill." For that reason, she argues for guns banishment and; individuals to get a dog. Overall, I can't fully agree with the author about getting rid of guns. Yes, her reasons are clear. However, she wa...

 At times you may sit in silence Then wonder, why you? You'd say things like "Stop testing me; I'm really not your strongest!" In a world that's overwhelming  Tranquillity is your prison So, you've learned to keep things hidden. To cancel all the questions. Somedays your Sadness; Obsessive over life. But other times you're Eeyore; Simply tired of life. You may cry a river But, you're one opinion giver. And definitely one of the strongest, Even though you don't notice. So you can smile and see your toughness. Here's a radiant blue lotus. That reminds me of you.

 The author uses this essay to inform readers about his feelings towards theme parks by providing descriptive illustrations of his experience. Cameron starts with a one-sentence introduction that speaks about how parents are the providers of children's needs. Also, he humorously shared his recount of misery from the "artificial vacation." He talked about learning "the boiling point of tennis shoes" ; and the "Nausea" themed park. While the author complains about the high prices, "carnivorous sand," "forcibly rearranged" organs and other aspects. He obviously would do anything to ensure his kids have a good time. Like, the ride his children coaxed him into going on, regardless of his acrophobia. The author concludes his essay with a two-sentence conclusion "At the end of the day, you let your teenager drive home. (After the theme park, you are impervious to fear." After going through a day like that, what parent won...

 No matter how you smoke it,  it is dangerous! I never understood the trend Of slowing poisoning yourself. Your heart, your bones, your lungs and sight Can self destruct with just one light. With cancer slowly creeping up, That immune system is now compromised. The aches and pains from discomfort, Is sure to leave you paralyzed. Now sit and think before it burns. What else would this concern? Your kidney, stomach, And that poor liver! Plea with you before they wither. Now to hit you with a mean right hook. Your reproductive organ is now defective. I may be a crook from the book. So I suggest you hire a private detective. Your blood pressure won't go down, Now you'll surely see how things turn brown. Cough, Cough Comes asthma and TB But this time, it's you who can't breathe.

The author, through his writing, showed us how to carve a turkey. Also, he provided a life hack on how to get away from sculpting a turkey. A method that I definitely would use if necessary. From the title, I initially thought he would illustrate the value of life from an experience he went through. So, when he started with "How to carve a turkey," I was shocked. Russell Baker's process essay is quite humorous as he lights up the piece with many comical phrases throughout the process. His first hit for me was, " if the house lacks a meat cleaver, an axe may be substituted. If it is, add bandages, sutures, and iodine to above list." In the end, however, the author provided an alternative method. One you could use to get away from "carving white meat;" and from needing sutures. I assume he used it sometimes and is just trying to help individuals who dislike carving turkey or cooking. Russell noted that one should start by creating a distraction, then c...

  Chaotian Palace Having the largest preserved traditional Chinese architectural complex in Jiangnan, Chaotian Palace or The Nanjing Municipal Museum is a great location for learning the city’s history. Accordingly, Chaotian Palace is a Confucian temple from the Qing Dynasty. The Nanjing Museum is built from several halls of the Chaotian Palace, Jiangning Fuxue, and the Chaotian Palace itself is a part of the complex. One side of the temple is the main exhibition hall of the Nanjing Museum, which consequently has turned the Dacheng Hall and the Changsheng Hall into special exhibitions and non-permanent exhibition halls. Purple Mountain Purple Mountain or Zijin Shan is one of the four most famous mountains in southern China located on the eastern side of China. It is known for its mysterious purple and golden clouds at dusk and dawn. This site is a  win for persons whose interest is in any form of physical or mental art. “It was originally known as Bell Mountain and also became...

  The author first starts by describing the main protagonist, "Unforgettable Miss Bessie." She was "five feet tall and probably never weighed more than 110 pounds." Also, the author reveals that she was his high school teacher, tough enough to make him read Beowulf. Overall, Rowan remembers Miss Bessie with gratitude and affection , as she was knowledgeable and devoted to her teaching career. Miss Bessie provided the author with valuable life lessons that stuck with him. For example, “If you don’t read, you can’t write, and if you can’t write, you might as well stop dreaming.” Not only was she an educator, but a highly respected mentor to Rowan and many deprived individuals. Teachers who are a blessing and asset to society are difficult to find. I have only had six encounters with informed and dedicated teachers like Miss. Bessie. Ms Hoyte (P.O.B) Ms T. Hudges (Mathematics) Ms O. Charles (Grade 4 teacher) Mr P. Lake (Mathematics and Physics) Mr A. Peters (Mandar...

 The Book versus The Movie. We all know the book wins, I shouldn't have to prove it. Nevertheless, I love both. So I'll show you both sides. The movie is pictures condensed in 2 hours. Completely rushed and standoffish. But the book honey,  It's full of details and allows your imagination to shine. That social butterfly stays with you forever. It won't willingly leave your side. Now I know my poem doesn't rhyme, But if you give me one last time. I'll show you that you're completely blind! Just read All The Bright Places by Jennifer Niven, then watch the movie on Netflix. Later you would see. The book will reign victorious. Well, at least that's what I perceive .

 Why must these children be so cruel? Neglecting their mother, Treating her like trash, Making her sick. Instead of gallivanting like fools, Why not gain some knowledge. A job, if you may. Don't just sit around, Do something! We need you, She needs you. The future depends on us all. I didn't give this poem a title,  and I have no intentions of doing so. This way, readers can have their own interpretation of the piece. What do you believe the title should be? What do you think I was talking about in the poem?

 The author starts the writing with well-known phrases "Happily ever after" and; "Til death do us part," saying they are soon outdated. Then adds rhetorical questions to solidify her cause and effect argument "Why Marriages Fail."  According to the author, there are multiple reasons marriages fail, but some survive despite imperfections.  "Each marriage has crisis points and, each marriage tests endurance, the capacity for both intimacy and change." Yes, marriages do test all those points. Hence, individuals consider it to be a full-time job and, over time. (I think I just quoted Marlon Wayan in Naked) . Communication, comprehension and, an understanding of your partners' boundaries and love language is necessary. Additionally, Roiphe says, " the struggle to survive in marriage requires adaptability, flexibility, genuine love and kindness and an imagination strong enough to feel what the other is feeling." To close, Annie Roiphe n...

 The Make-do Home Versus The Dream House Tenaya Darlington uses comparison and contrast to talk about her parent's dream house and the old house where she grew up. She starts with an illustrative description of her old home; the "dejected pet in a pound."   The home had a single "bathroom, a tub in it. No shower." The author goes on about the memories. Painting her toes and the connection with her family. "The whole family crowded in one bathroom, its door never closed." However, she can't imagine experiencing that form of connection in the dream house. It was more spacious, meaning they didn't get to connect the same. The "ski lodge, a retreat for dreamers." To the author, the new house felt a bit materialistic, "like a commercial." The skylights, large rooms, glass back wall and, an enormous stone fireplace.  The things she compared the new house to make clear that she wasn't fond. Like her brother, she enjoyed cer...

 The writing tells a story about abusive relationships and their effects. The author is a survivor of an abusive relationship and mentioned she is "capable of a good marriage" and spent 19 years trying to understand her first. Though it is a good feeling not being a part of the data for domestic violence, Weiss notes that there is a trauma she carries from the experience. Additionally, she presents an opposing opinion on abusive relationships from a conversation she overheard. “You know, the women who let themselves be abused are just as sick as the man who abused them. She also should have walked out the first time he raised a hand to her. That's what I would have done.” Realistically speaking, the majority believe that women are to be blamed for their abuse as they can simply leave or call the police. The author notes that individuals never consider that “he should have stopped being abusive" - when really, he should have never started. For example, a woman can be...

    The writing talks specifically about woman's liberation - freedom. The author breaks down the conventional beliefs placed on women by speaking about their connection to the Muslim religion and the long-lived belief that women's "worth is proportional to their attractiveness." Through self-actualization, Naheed Mustafa was able to feel 'freedom' when wearing her hijab; and just being a Muslim woman in general. Additionally, since she was removed from the uneducated judgment and stereotyping of her physical appearance, it could never be the topic in her physical interactions. The Muslim religion establishes "that men and women are equal, that individuals should not be judged according to gender, beauty, wealth, or privilege." The only difference is individual character. The exact point the author is making is what the Quran taught her and others. Hence, women should not have to "pursue abstract notions of beauty" because it is useless...

  Compare / Contrast Essay A form of expository writing used to describe similarities and/or differences between two or more ideas or concepts. It is informative writing that aims to be unbiased. In honesty, I could never tell if my writing skills improved. Jotting down the points for a comparison and contrast essay may be simple. However, the technique and formating can be somewhat challenging. I can never decide on the route I want to argue when it comes to a specific topic.  Do I choose the comparison aspect because it's easy to write on similarities?  Do I choose the contrast aspect because it gives room for a detailed explanation?  Or do I use both?   With the point-by-point method of prewriting strategies for outline and paragraph organization, I can improve my skills. For instance, I can use signal words that notify readers of a comparison (similarly) or contrast (differently) . Lastly, I can create uniformity in my writing so readers won't get confuse...

 Monday 8th, November Cats & Dogs: Feline & Canine     How many times have you been asked: are you a cat person or a dog person? In almost every social interaction, individuals must pick a side and argue why that side is the best. Although, cats and dogs are widely comparable in characteristics such as their; territorial/ survival instincts, training and,  ability to have a family . Individuals may brag and make wisecracks as to why the animal in question is the best companion. Conversely, cats and dogs differ in their; physical characteristics, general behaviour and, diets.     When it comes to physical characteristics, there are discrepancies between cats and dogs. Apart from the evident difference in size, they have dissimilarities in the five senses, locomotion, and the teeth & mouth. Cats and dogs have the same five senses, as do humans. However, "to very different degrees"; as some senses are heightened or underdeveloped. Cats have sharp e...

Like in the essay, we see the effects of smoking in society. People still don't take note of the repercussions of smoking or drinking. Many individuals follow a trend and take part in the activities by will or force. Like smoking, alcohol could have lethal effects on an individual's life and, people around them. This autobiographical essay discusses the authors' experience and knowledge of smoking. She also talks about the cigarette addiction of her daughter, father, and older sister.  " Not every art of the heritage a family passes from one generation to another is necessarily a positive inheritance." The author starts by telling us, "my daughter smokes." As she continues, we see that her daughter is addicted, and she feels terrible about that fact. Moreover, she introduced her father as an addict who smoked the same 'Camels' as her daughter. The dark brown, pungent, and slightly bitter tobacco her father used to roll was something he smoked ...

 Isaac Asimov argues; that intelligence "is not absolute but is a function of the society." Therefore, intelligence is not measurable by tests scores alone; but also by our life skills and critical thinking ability. Asimov illustrates his argument using aptitude tests. The author notes that all his life, he'd scored high on these tests. However, he dismissed it as just being "very good at answering the type of academic questions that are considered worthy of answers by people who make up the intelligence tests." Later, he estimated that his auto-repairman could not have scored more than an 80 in a test. However, when it comes to repairing a car, the author is clueless. While the auto-repairman always fixes the car. A true statement by the author is, " in a world where I could not use my academic training and my verbal talents but had to do something intricate or hard, working with my hands, I would do poorly."   An individual's academic intellige...

   A family is a group of one or more parents and their children living together as a unit. A family is primarily responsible for individuals learning. They provide a sense of security, means of education, and vital social skills necessary to function. Some individuals may believe that they don't need or have a family.  However, a family is not only about titles and blood relations. It includes individuals who bestow valuable life lessons and keep you focused on a concrete path to success. The bond one gets from their family can not be matched as "i t is the very foundation of society and civilization."

  "Your opinions don't matter at this level." "You don't have a say." Huge red flag! Even my mother was shocked when she uttered those words. In all, I'm not bothered by what people have to say; but when she spok e those words. My motivation sank faster than the titanic on April 15th, 1912. Imagine having to sit in an introductory course,  Initially thinking it would be a fun learning experience. Then  basically end up having to teach yourself a topic you've never come across before. 'RAT-A-TAT-A-TAT-A-TATAT, ' a bullet put straight into the thought. As an alternative, think of it as your favorite show getting canceled before actually finding out how it's supposed to end. Upsetting? Some lecturers believe that because "This is  University," it is supposed to be overbearingly stressful. However, that shouldn't be the case. Additionally, crushing someone's self-esteem is no way to increase the passing rate in a class. ...

 The author writes about the heartbreaking, not so lovely experience of having her husband locked behind bars. Musgrave describes the deceitfulness of the outside scenery with its "fairy tale castle-hotel" appearance and says one should take a closer look because "it's a dungeon." Moreover, she speaks about the facility being a mental hospital. Her feelings of committing herself for shock therapy; and how she wished she was with her husband "lying by him." I was shocked when the author brought the memory of her being married in the same "sensory - deprivation chamber," waiting to see her husband that later declined visitation. She explained it as "drug withdrawal" to no surprise. However, her holding the toilet paper until it was "soon the size of a spitball" made her feelings of betrayal show more. When she said that " prison was not an easy place to escape, even if they release you," it holds some truth....

    In the beginning, I didn't expect  the author would mention that "Neat people are lazier and meaner than sloppy people." It is widely stipulated that sloppy people are the lazy ones. That is precisely what I grew up hearing. Yes, I am kind of sloppy sometimes. To put it nicely, you could say I'm somewhat in between being sloppy and neat. The author mentioned that a sloppy individual "Will file everything on the surface of their desks including the cash receipts" and I could relate. I don't throw out my receipts until the ink is completely gone. In honesty, a lot of thought goes into throwing something out because I "can't bear to part with" particular items (my sketchbooks) .   The author was quite harsh when she mentioned neat people as "bums and clods at heart." Additionally, I can't agree that "Everything is a dust catcher to them" as I believe a neat person would clean up the mess. Moreover, I don...

Hmm, ' Mandatory Vaccinations.' Although I understand that government and health officials worldwide are trying to look out for civilians, making vaccinations mandatory is not the way to go. Well, that's my opinion on this whole kerfuffle. Though vaccines have been around years now, they were voluntary . So why should they be mandatory now? Is the coronavirus that different from influenza(Spanish flu)? How about our still current HIV/AIDS global epidemic? Currently,  individuals can still die from the flu and HIV.  Some individuals may think mandatory vaccination is necessary. However, others may think it is a straight-up insult to human rights, which I believe. A good question to ask yourself is. Why shouldn't individuals be skeptical about taking a vaccine when the government is bribing persons to take it? A vaccine that they once said you had the choice of taking. In the end, individuals should be able to make decisions without coercion. Getting into something with...

  Topic Sentence A topic sentence expresses the main idea of a paragraph and is the most general statement of the paragraph. Additionally, topic sentences contain both the main idea and the controlling idea.  -The main idea is a complete sentence that includes the topic and what the writer wants to prove or discuss. Must be supported by details. -The controlling idea is the point the writer makes about the topic. It gives a direction to the paragraph. Examples:   " My brothers are artistic. " " English teachers work hard. " " Anything can happen at a county fair. " During an interactive session, we went through subtopics of the 'basic composition' of paragraphs. That is, focusing on identifying and analyzing the main idea and the controlling idea of a paragraph. We were engaged in activities to help widen our understanding of main ideas and controlling ideas. Moreover, how they may present themselves in a paragraph. Though this topic was not ...

The writer was able to grab my attention with his comical and very accurate representation of events that could occur at any point in life. People generally are self-conscious about their appearance, the majority possibly being the female population. The writing supports my previous statement as it mentions how one should be cautious of their response to how a woman may look or "collapse on the floor with some kind of fatal seizure," quite dramatic if you ask me.  I disagree that one may never find the correct answer to  "How do I look?" . What is true is the writers' statement about how most men perceive themselves as looking the same as "in seventh grade" or as "irresistible stud muffins" regardless of whatever changes the body may go through.  Ultimately, what society perceives to be feminine is different from what they perceive as masculine. Therefore, women try to fit the expectations and beliefs of how society thinks they should look ...

  What is the Purpose of an introduction? An introduction is used in various forms of writing. As the first paragraph in an essay, its main focus is to make the readers eager to read more. The introduction as we all know enables readers to have a clear and concise idea of what is being covered in the initial writing. Is the introduction the most important part of an essay? Though opinions may vary. I would consider the introductory piece to be the most important part of an essay. It is used to sell the writer's topic and general ideas to the readers. Additionally, it is the key component that captures the audience's attention to continue reading. once a road map of relevant points and purposes are provided. Some of the elements used when writing an essay. An attention grabber component. (eg. A startling statement, quotation & descriptive image) The background context. The purpose or problem being addressed. The thesis statement. The main points How I would begin an introduc...

                                  Brainstorming: Crisis During class, we were given a brainstorming task. These are the words that came to mind when I thought of the word "Crisis"; Hurricane  Abuse Heatwave Unemployment Child abandonment Financial Problems Theft/ Robbery Death Volcanic eruption Flood Tornado Pollution Chemical Contamination Fires Wild Fires Earthquake Suicide Self Harm Pandemic Poverty After I finished jotting down these words, I began an elimination process of repetitive words and asked myself if they could identify as a crisis. Afterward, we then had to group those words into categories. This is where I realized certain words fell into more than one category. Natural Disasters : Hurricane, Heatwave, Volcanic eruption, Flood, Tornado, Wildfires, Earthquake. Manmade Disasters : Pollution, Chemical contamination, Fires. Personal Situations/ Mental Health Issues : Abuse, Unemployment...

 I was introduced to writing at the primary education level. However, I only began to get better at my tertiary level. Though, I have somewhat of a love/hate relationship with writing. My expectations for writing are to learn how to vocalize my ideas and opinions to relay them to individuals and possibly give them an engaging read. My weaknesses in writing would have to be punctuating my work, ending an essay, and summarizing my work to a word limit. My strength would have to be the number of ideas I would have when it comes to writing though it can also be my weakness. Additionally, I enjoy reading books that hold interest and someday hope to write at least one book that people would be inspired by or get a good read.