Gloves

collection. “I – I will, ” I stuttered, trying to impress the older boy. “It’s in the glove compartment of my car, kid. Stephen said, a satisfied smile on his face. I nodded and sprinted out the door. Stephen’s car was parked on the side of the drive. I stopped to admire it. It was candy apple red with shining chrome accents. I carefully opened the door and climbed into the passenger seat, opening the glove compartment with the utmost care. Though, since my father and Mr. Emerson were likely…

citizens were in a time of chaos in their lives. They were being segregated from the white race and where treated like dogs or any other type of animal. While the two men were standing on the podium singing to the American national anthem, they put black gloves on their hands and raised their right arms in the air with their heads facing the ground. There medals were taken away and they were to not participate in the Olympic games. The reason for this act was stated “We were just human beings…

story through her actions and her words. One of the first examples of this in the story was when Meg wanted her to look prim for a party. Jo had scorched her dress and stained her gloves. Meg’s clothes were, of course in perfect condition and Meg was not happy with Jo’s. Jo wanted for her and Meg to share Meg’s gloves. But, Meg did not like this plan but Jo was persistent and this is what happened. Later on in the story when Jo is first got into her writing she decides that writing is what she…

We wear unmatched vinyl gloves and a hoodie over a baseball cap. Our boots have no identifying patterns on the soles. Our pants and shirts are old and have extra clothes underneath to make us look heavier. We tuck our shirtsleeves into our gloves and our pants into our boots. We drive my seldom-used car that will be housed in my garage indefinitely. We arrive at the stand of trees 15…

When it comes to major league baseball, the catcher is the most important player on the field. People believe that a catcher has an easy job and simply catches the ball. That is an entirely false notion. Being a catcher is one of the most strenuous positions on the field. Catching also comes with the utmost responsibility. A catcher is involved in every play. Along with being involved in every play, the catcher is the leader on the field. All eyes on the field go to the catcher in times of…

The Mississippi River owns the title of the dirtiest body of water I have ever seen in my life. It is the second-most polluted waterway in the United States of America. The water looks as if everyone’s house sewage system had a disposal site that fed right into the Mississippi River, it looks crappy. I feel as if I could contract a disease simply coming in contact with the water. Boating on the river is fine only if one does not come in contact with the river floor. When I jump in the river and…

The goodness of oatmeal lies in its natural oil coat - moisturizes, protects, gently cleanses, while correcting the pH of itchy/ inflamed skin back to normal. Eases itching, and other skin ailments. Ingredients: - 4 oz rolled oats - 2 oz roasted almonds (optional) - 1.5 tsp almond oil (optional) - 2 tbsp honey (optional) Equipment: - Soap base (2 lbs shea butter glycerin one would be good) - Heat proof container for melting soap - Measuring cup for mixing - Spoon for mixing - Soap…

18 Home Remedies for Dry and Rough Hands 1. Milk cream Milk cream is one of the best remedies for a dry and rough hand. It has a high-fat content which provides the needed moisture to the dry skin. In addition, the lactic acid present in milk exfoliates the layer of dead skin cells and exposes soft and hydrated skin. Take some fresh milk cream and rub it gently on your hands for a few minutes. Let it stay for 10 minutes and wash your hands with warm water. 2. Olive oil Olive oil is another…

a man. Boys 13 years of age stick their hands in gloves filled with bullet ants, a species of ant with an excruciating sting, and have to keep their hands in for a ten, whole minutes. They do this over many times and until they don't cry out, as showing the pain signifies weakness. “In preparation for the initiation rite, the elders of the tribe collect the ants from the jungle. These ants are drugged and placed stinger- first into special gloves woven from leaves. As the drug wears off, the…

Introduction According to Virginia Department of Health (Hand Hygiene, 2013) , hand hygiene is defined as a method of removing microorganisms from the hands so the germs cannot be transmitted to anyone else. The two most common types of hand hygiene are hand washing antimicrobial soap and alcohol-based hand rubs. Proper hand hygiene helps reduce the spread of infections especially to those individuals who come in contact with people on a daily basis. Hand hygiene is very imperative to those…