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How might something as simple as an empty house have a major effect on the neighborhood as a whole? Picture this, you’re driving through a new neighborhood and you notice there are several empty houses along the way. It might seem like there are plenty of opportunities for you to find the perfect home! The only problem is, once you start to actually think about it, that many abandoned homes might be a little scary. The truth is, having abandoned houses in a neighborhood not only negatively…

My very unlucky nose A freezing, icy winter was in the midst, the year was two thousand and ten I seven years of age. My cousin, Matthew was spending the night, so Matthew, Haley, and I decided to play a game. The game was getting in a box/tub, (I was small, skinny, and very flexible at the age of seven) and jumping out of it as fast as you could. I was the only one who could fit in the box so I was having a blast. I was pretty weak so I was the easiest to get out of the box, but when I did I…

The day was my fourteenth birthday when nothing was supposed to go wrong. The idea of going on a nature walk was on my mind because we usually don’t do a family event on birthdays; it ends up being a casual day with the event of people buying items you requested which is not fun for everyone else but you. I said no! That day, June 21, 2015, was going to be different and what we would do would be enjoyable for the entire family. This single event has scarred me and my family for our entire lives;…

I hate people. Every time I go anywhere, I am met with the reality that I have to deal with them every day of my life. It seems like every day, no matter where I am, is morons’ day out; I cannot escape them. I think I’ve been cut off at the same intersection about three times this week- I’ll admit, there is some road construction going on right now--and I’m sure that as soon as they finish repaving and widening, they are going to tear it up for a new water pipe or something, that way the road…

In my life I have had many challenges, privileged challenges but challenges nonetheless. What I mean by “privileged challenges” is that I’ve lead a very fortunate life with a family that loves me and has a steady income. Many people I meet I find that they are not as fortunate and it makes me feel as though I should be counting my blessings rather than complaining about the fact I didn’t get into my first choice or that I failed a test or that I’m stressed about the little things. Aside from…

My life metamorphosed into a routine since John ended us. My life metamorphosed into a depressing routine that I was unable to see my way out of it. A normal day for me included working late nights and journeys home without deviation. Most nights, I ate whatever was fast and easy to prepare and other times I cried myself to sleep. Eight months ago, John Prescott was my Fiancée. I was delighted and looking forward to plan our wedding. We spent three years of our lives together and not once…

JingYi’s/Meigui’s Quarters: “Concubine JingYi, who are you looking so beautiful for?” Qui politely asks. Meigui gives her a bright, content smile and cheerfully says, “For my husband of course….Qiu go prepare some food and make sure it tastes good...I’m going to go cheer my husband up….Also remember to bring some wine as well.” Qiu smiles at her and quickly goes to complete the tasks. ------------------------------------------- Once Meigui finishes her make-up and hair, she went to choose a…

Releasing the Doubt Strolling through downtown Summit, New Jersey on a Sunday afternoon, passing by the town diner and train station, through the village green and promenade with my dad by my side, I had an epiphany. It finally hit me as bubbly residents greeted my father and I with numerous ‘thank yous’ for the party the night before. I felt like I was walking with a celebrity; everyone knew him. For the first time, I was not embarrassed that he was walking barefoot alongside our fellow…

Like Mother, Like Daughter I am sitting on a wet bench. Of course, it would occur to me to go to a park right after the rain, all alone while the rays of the sun start to reappear making the park, which looked so dull and empty upon arriving, look full of life and color. Its warmth grows this sensation within me as if everything will be okay. How is this possible? I walked myself into this park with an emotion that pressed against my chest; it feels as if a thick liquid was replacing my…

Quinceanera I celebrated my quinceanera on August the 15th because my birthday was on August 25th. It was on a school day so we did it before. Hispanic people celebrate their sweet 15 because it’s a tradition it's the same as sweet 16. I got to wear my big dress. It was red and zebra.At first I didn't want no party,but then I saw that my cousin’s were having a quinceanera. I told my mom that now I wanted one she said how you going to do because I’m a shy person and I said I’ll try…