Bless Me, Ultima

with down-syndrome, never let the disease stop her from reaching her goals. Mary-Ann was a wonderful person, who always cared for others before herself. She is a caring, loving and most importantly bequeathing. Whenever she was singing “ Jesus Loves Me” or “ Happy Birthday” you knew she was in her sunny place. Numerous things were obstacles for her but she always found a way to lend a hand. “ You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.” Mary…

Born on June 16, 1971, 2pac becomes the most legendary rappers of all time. Tupac Amaru Shakur was born in East Harlem, New York. Shakur’s birth name was actually Lesane Parish Crooks, but him and his family changed their names after the last Incan Emperor. Shakur’s parents, Afeni Shakur (mother) and Billy Garland,(father) were active members of the Black Panther Party in the late 60s and early 70s. The Black Panther Party was a self defense, black nationalist and socialist organization.…

emphasizes ways in which to address politics and power through getting people to realize that power lies in the people. What really stood out to me was the one phrase in verse four, “Be grateful for your blessings”. When I first heard this song I was thinking why would a guy with dreadful circumstances tell us, the audience to be grateful for our blessing. It then hit me, throughout the whole song, tupac describes that he had a hard life. It’s apparent after hearing other songs from the artists.…

A Critique of “Supersize Me” The documentary, “Supersize Me,” written and directed by Morgan Spurlock, takes a look at the effect of fast food on the human body. Spurlock uses himself as the subject of this experiment, which consists of eating three meals a day for thirty days exclusively at a McDonald’s Restaurant. With Spurlock seeking expert advice from a Gastroenterologist, Herpetologist, General Practitioner, and a Nutritionist, it is indicated that he is in very good physical condition…

Regarded as one of the most famous and rock bands in history, the Beatles were formed in Liverpool, U.K. in 1960. They started out as a small band performing in private clubs in the U.K., and pretty soon their popularity spread across the entire world. Although there were a few other members during their years active, the original members were John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr. The Beatles hold the record for having twenty number-one hits on Billboard magazine. They…

The recording career of the Beatles from 1962 to 1970 can be divided into 3 different style periods, namely: the early period, the middle period, and the late period. In order to analyze the remarkable changes in style that took place throughout the band’s historic recording career, one must look at each period individually. According to Tuomas Eerola (10), in order to do this properly, the solution can only be obtained by classifying the works of these musicians into a number of recording…

The Beatles had a lot of trouble starting a band and a lot of failures. At first the Beatles weren't even called the Beatles; they were called The Quarrymen. The Quarrymen also had a different name before, it was Johnny and the Moondogs. The Quarrymen was established 1956 in Liverpool, England. Also, The Quarrymen’s founder was John Lennon. In 1957 John Lennon met George Harrison at a church function. Later, in 1958 George joined The Quarrymen. Unfortunately The Quarry Men broke up in 1959. But…

How would someone react to an attempt of being stolen from? Well in the short story “Thank You, Ma'am” by Langston Hughes, Roger a young pickpocket fails an attempt at stealing Mrs. Jones’s pocket book by falling to the ground! In addition, Mrs. Jones steps on him, and kicks him, and even makes him pick it up! Not only did she kick him, but she dragged him home with her to feed him. This short story shows many acts of boldness, kindness, and wisdom. In the short story “Thank You, M’am,” by…

Have you ever felt like you just didn’t belong in the predetermined path that was set out for you? In the short story "Ten Little Indians" by Sherman Alexie, the main protagonist Corliss faces adversity in her academic identity. Corliss and I are similar in the fact that we strive to overcome these obstacles. Through finding different avenues to escape we ultimately find ourselves and our true identities. Corliss is a Spokane Indian who was stereotypically supposed to live a certain life. She…

THE PROLOGUE: Clara turns six years old today, but little does she know it's about to take a turn for the worst. Clara’s father gets out on proel today, and her mother, Dawn, has put a restraining order against him. She wouldn't let him anywhere near Clara, not now, not ever. Dawn hasn't even let Clara know about her father, as far as Clara knows, her father left you when she was one year old, and has never returned. Clara has made it through with their two best friends by her side, Emily and…