Bring Me the Horizon

used Corexit as their dispersant despite its toxicity; a 2012 study reports that “Corexit used during the BP oil spill had increased the toxicity of the oil by up to 52 times” (Gulf). The worrisome ignorance of effects of the government’s decision made me interested in examining if underlying issues are stemming from corporations or the government that promote slow…

I experienced a vast spectrum of emotions at this park, and I believe that is why it is such a significant place to me. Morningstar Park is still the spot that I find myself lingering towards if I ever have a bad day or if I am ever feeling nostalgic. This is the place where I met lifelong friends and learned lifelong lessons. The park was the spot where I learned who…

the journey back to The City from which I have not been back to in over three years. I wonder how much has changed since I have escaped with my beloved Gaea. Probably not very much now that I have learned The Truth. The Truth that has been shown to me by a combination of my books and my mind. The Truth that The City tries to keep those poor people innocent and ignorant to the lack of progress that should…

it was meant to be it would be. If I had expressed my feelings to someone who had not experienced the heartbreak that I had, they would have told me to move on with my life. However, this is not an essay on my past relationship, but the coming of a new one. My friends, although never really knowing my true feelings at the time were always there for me to count on. I was trying my hardest to enjoy the single life, and after a while it was quite fun. My mentality at the time was to focus on my…

access to media platforms and funds to speak up about harassment’(Our Mission). When Oprah Winfrey spoke of “a new day on the horizon” perhaps this was what she meant, that the ones who assaults women will be exposed and reprimanded and that sexual violence would not have to be a problem in the future because it simply should not exist. A new day is indeed on the horizon because despite the current fragile state of humanity, women and men have and will emerge more courageous, stronger and…

with my friend and now, in my junior year, I have been chosen to be captain for next year’s team. I have helped, along with the captains this year, teach new members the ropes of debate. Debating is one of my many passions in school and it always brings me joy to help other people with the same passion excel. More recently, through the National Honor Society…

disease in the medieval times the microbe have turned on humans and created diseases that have wiped out hundreds and thousands of people throughout the entire world. Disease like the black plague and small pox occurred at this time. The argument she brings in that helped spread the black plague was the people’s unsanitary environment. She does a well job of having a logical argument along with much evidence to back her up. She paints a vivid picture of how the living the conditions were at the…

hunting with my dad always brings joy to my life. He has taught me everything I know about shooting a gun, and being able to patiently wait for the animal. My dad is a great teacher and super supportive if I miss a shot. Instead of getting enraged, he encourages me try again. Deer hunting is one of the many events my dad and I can do to bond, and strengthen our father and daughter relationship. As I walk to the deer stand, I can hear the rustling of the grass behind me as it pops back up after…

Into the fire With every new day brings new life experiences and new opportunities. One thing could unexpectedly happen that could change the course of the rest of your life. I have been through numerous situations that have changed my outlook on life, and one day in particular changed everything for me and my very perspective on life itself. I was deployed to the Helmand Province Afghanistan with a company of 120 Marines. The morning of June 30th 2010, I awoke in my sleeping bag after a…

committed to follow me to follow me to the end-you see how we stand” (2.409-11). Aeneas stirs the hearts of his men with a compelling speech. Not only is he able to emotionally charge them, but he also brings them to action against the Greeks. The ability to produce a band of warriors in an already lost war truly sets apart Aeneas’s leadership ability. He openly states, “All that is left for us is to rush onto swords and die” (2.414-15). Even though the situation seems hopeless, Aeneas brings a…