Hustle

9 Many days I sat in that town and just listened to the hustle and bustle of the midday rush and listening to see if the local women were talking about my family, because we didn’t see things the way they thought we would. 10 The restaurant that hired only white workers served the very men that smashed in the…

Douglas Spaulding, age 12, showcases his magical powers in a short excerpt from Ray Bradbury’s novel Dandelion Wine. Bradbury paints a wizard-like portrait of the young boy by employing mystical diction and equally important comparisons to establish a rampantly magical atmosphere throughout the passage. Bradbury lays the foundation for magic through copious use of magical diction, word choice that reinforces the atmosphere. Lines 35-39 are especially significant because they mention young…

On November 8th, 2015 I viewed a recorded pop music performance of Selena Quintanilla titled “Selena Live”. The performance originally took place on the evening of February 26, 1995, at the Astrodome Stadium in Houston, Texas. The legendary Tejano music star, Selena Quintanilla, became one of the most famous Latin music artists around the world. She was referred to as the “Queen of Tejano”. Tejano music, also known as Tex-Mex is a popular music genre that blends European, Mexican, and U.S.…

New York Bright lights, breathtaking views, and thrilling nights are what I want to see in New York. The “Big Apple” has always been intriguing to me. Historical monuments, outrageously priced clothes, the city of lights is where I want to go. New York has many fascinating qualities, but in my eyes the nightlife, broadway shows, and the Staten Island Ferry are most interesting. New York is known as “The city that never sleeps.” Times Square is where the action happens. Known as “The center…

not have much to offer at first glance. This is probably because I am originally from the crowded and industrialized city of Philadelphia. Yet, during the almost decade that I have resided in Boiling Spring, it has become increasingly similar to the hustle and bustle that I left behind. Although Boiling Springs will never truly embody the presence of northern life, the constant construction of new businesses and expanding of frequently traveled roads are beginning to meet my expectations. Since…

Thomas Beller is an author who collected many personal narratives in a book called,”Before & After: Stories from New York. He later on wrote “The Ashen Guy: Lower Broadway, September 11, 2001,” which is an after story of his previous short story. Beller pulls on the heartstrings of many by describing things that could and did happen during the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. His short stories use a variety of techniques to make them come alive. In “The Ashen Guy:Lower Broadway,…

In the hustle and bustle off everyday life, we as human tend to forget just how much man made pollutants we are letting out into the world. Not only do these fumes linger in the air we breathe but also run off into various water sources. Not only are we harming ourselves but also the living things that call the water their home. Some of the biggest pollutants that effect our water systems today are antifreeze from cars, cigarette ash and not to mention pesticides that run off from the fields. We…

accusations regarding Countrywide’s lending practices have been addressed by the government and other financial entities. Accusations of lenders fraudulently selling shady loans originating through its "High Speed Swim Lane" program, also called HSSL or "Hustle," have been scrutinized and executives have testified to their practices. Lenders were incentivized to sell loans to people who did not qualify for the loan, and were complicit in falsifying documentation that could qualify the…

over the towering skyline of New York City on September 11, 2001, little did I know that this day would etch itself into the annals of history, forever altering the course of our nation. As a resident of Lower Manhattan, I found myself amidst the hustle and bustle of the city that never sleeps, unaware of the harrowing events that would soon unfold. The day started like any other, with the familiar cacophony of honking horns and hurried footsteps echoing through the streets. Oblivious to the…

into the game. After displaying some solid defensive effort in the Thursday’s game, the Nets went back to their old ways by allowing the Celtics to score 120 points. From the first possession of the game, it was obvious the Celtics came out ready to hustle. Atkinson’s team couldn’t get many open looks, but at least they were able to hold back Boston as well. As soon as the Nets starters went out, however, the Celtics responded with a 13-2 run to end the quarter. They held onto the lead…