“The greatest virtues are those which are most useful to other persons.” Aristotle Respect for his grandmother certainly did save Koskalaka. They offered us money, which we declined. We walked away, and when we turned to look back, they were still staring at us, their jaws hanging open. If you don’t think you know ow to be brave, look around; you’ll find someone who does know. Virtues are important for your character and help you out in life. . Respect for his grandmother certainly did save…
The seasons of playing sports as a child and young adult are limited but the impact on one's self and the memories will last forever. Each child between the ages of 4-16 should play sports while growing up. By playing sports throughout the early years of life, it allows children to be physically active, as well as be educated on their decisions related to health. Unfortunately, there are many people who believe sports cost too much money. However there are more positive impacts than negative…
It was Mindy’s Freshman year of high, the beginning of a new start. Her plan was to be active in everything that caught her interest. While sitting in 3rd Period, English I, Minda sat by a girl named Kelsey. Kelsey was a sophomore in English I recovering a few credits from her freshman year. She told Mindy that she should try out. After the school day had ended Mindy went to the basketball tryouts and there was this group of “mean girls”. Every high school usually had this group of mean girls…
A sonnet of Shakespeare's that relates to the idea of the golden age is sonnet 124. Sonnet 124 is about love overpowering everything else with no exceptions. This sonnet is saying that nothing comes close to the power that love has in one’s life. The power that love has is uncanny because it is a very deep thing and the power it has is like nothing else. Nothing can diminish the power of love and nothing compares to a strong love. This sonnet says that love is everlasting and so strong. This…
up in the 21st century, my parents thought that I should go outside once and awhile to exercise. My family had then decided to take our family vacation, somewhere that we can be outside every day, so we went to Arizona. We had our foreign exchange student, Clem, from France come with us, too. She was the sweetest person that I had ever met, that wasn’t in the Kalb family. But the longer she was with us, it made me feel like she was becoming part of my family. I also realized that I could rely…
Columbus seniors can look forward to a fun summer of attending the very best local events where they will be able to engage with their community and be thoroughly entertained. Getting out of the house to do an exciting activity will also help improve a senior's outlook on life. Seniors, here are must-attend local happenings you'll want to mark on your calendar: Peddler's Picnic This outdoor market will be held at the North Market at 59 Spruce Street every Sunday from June 4 to October 29…
The plotline and lesson of “Sweat,” however, was the main reason why the audience, including myself, was truly moved. The story focuses on three working-class friends – Tracey, Cynthia, and Jessie – and their union jobs at the local steel-tubing factory. These friends and their sons have spent many year at the factory, providing labor and trying to do their best to make a living for themselves. Everything was going well until their financial situation took a turn when jobs at the factory are…
We as Humans beings often coexist and live together as common creatures. Often times there are moments involving misinterpretations, fights, disagreements and conflicts between individuals. Conflict does happen anywhere including but not limited to schools, workplaces and at home between members of the family. My understanding and subsequent take-away from someone like myself deemed to be a good leader is to always consider each and every conflict as a challenge that needs to be resolved…
Each year, more than 3.2 million kids are bullied. 1 out of 10 kids drop out of school because of repeated bullying. Bullying makes kids feel that they aren’t good enough and that they need to change themselves to feel included. After feeling excluded and alone, I try to make sure that everyone feels welcomed, so no one ever have to experience what I did. This is my story of how being excluded changed my life. I feel unsteady as I stumble towards the table. The air tasted sickly sweet, but at…
On the afternoon of Monday, August 26th my boyfriend Joe and I met for lunch while he was on break from work. We decided on a restaurant in Pacific Place mall called Mexico Cantina where we frequent often. We approached the entrance but he stopped then turned around and told me we needed to go somewhere else. I was confused about the sudden change of plans until I looked over and saw Brigette and a group of other females sitting at a table next to the railing that overlooks the restaurant and…