Grand Tour

The idea that what one values can be determined by what he or she sacrifices is a commonly accepted idea throughout not just literature, but also life in general. In The Awakening, the protagonist, Edna, became the perfect example of a character who's beliefs are shown by her actions. From the beginning, it was made clear that Edna valued the freedom to express individuality as well as the right to independence. Many of her sacrifices, such as giving up her fidelity in order to sexually please…

California(“Parton” 1). Dolly Parton has spared no expense on making Dollywood a family getaway in the smokys, spending over 110 million dollars in renovations and expansions it is a sight to behold(Dollywood History1). This year marks the 30th anniversary of the grand opening so 2016 is no year to slow down on the creative and intriguing renovations to the…

Have you ever felt the pressures of trying to fit in with the ever-changing trends and fads within your peer group? These pressures can be difficult enough to handle just within a small group of friends or a community, let alone the magnifying glass of the entire country and world. Many celebrities and professional athletes are subject to these scenarios every day of their lives by having their every move watched and every word listened to by millions. The pressures felt by these men and…

A Calculated Metamorphosis When the words “Disney Starlet” come to mind, what does the average person picture? Who do they envision? If millennials were asked this question ten years ago, a blonde haired, bubbly, Miley Cyrus, also known as Hannah Montana, would have come to mind for many. Ten years later, she portrays quite the opposite persona, going from Disney darling to outspoken, edgy it girl. Thesis (last sentence/ play around with this/ topic +claim + reasoning): Miley Cyrus elects to…

Carlee Heinz Mr. McGraw Concert choir May 19th, 2017 For KING & COUNTRY For KING & COUNTRY is the warmhearted contemporary Christian band of brothers, Joel and Luke Smallbone. Born in Sydney, Australia to their father, David Smallbone, who was involved in music, and siblings to Rebecca St. James who was also a contemporary Christian singer/songwriter. The brothers moved to Nashville, Tennessee in 1991 because of their father’s job relocation as a music promoter. During high school,…

games bad for young children? Knowledge on the topic: I know a lot about video games. There are a lot of games out there that I love to play such as Madden, NBA 2k etc. There are a lot of games that I couldn’t play when I was a younger age such as Grand Theft Auto, Call of Duty were the big ones. I didn’t really understand why I couldn’t play them when I was younger. Today I see why my parents didn’t let me play…

famed MGM Grand lies The Signature at MGM Grand, a trio of identical gold glass and white concrete towers, first opened in 2006. Each 38-story tower, located on Harmon Avenue, houses 576 luxury suites ranging from 520 square-foot studios, to one and two-bedrooms, starting at 847 square feet. All units boast remarkable finishes and functional floor plans, with most having balconies with either Strip or mountain views. The property’s direct access, via air-conditioned walkway, to MGM Grand places…

The game "Metal Gear Solid 3", a prequel in the Metal Gear franchise, is set in a time of fear and uncertainty in the face of a potentially devastating future. A time when the American people feared destruction everyday from a threat that they could not see. This was the reality of the Cold War, a war that was fought with information and espionage. Other war games of the time were based in famous battles and bloodshed, but "Metal Gear Solid 3" based itself in an unseen war, using its darkness to…

Within the past decade, the term tacky went from something that you would avoid at all cost when it came to fashion to something you sought to achieve. Well, perhaps it would be best to quantify that statement just a bit. Not just tacky in a general sense but a tacky Christmas sweater. Yep, not only have the hideous monstrosities that we all either hid in the back of our closets or donated to our local charities made a comeback, they have even made their way onto the shelves of high end retails…

Every once in awhile, you get the opportunity to attend something special, emotional and lasting. Last week I attended the 19th Annual Music Master Awards/ Conference/Tribute Concert for The Everly Brothers. I will cherish and remember the conference but especially the concert forever. When I think about it today I have two distinct emotions, joy and a tear. At the conference we saw some very rare footage of The Everly Brothers, film clips from Germany and England not seen by my many until…