In My Country

has the most visited national park in the country. It is home to one of the most famous whiskey brands in the world. And it is the final resting place of one of the 20th century’s most significant cultural icons. Just where exactly is this place? Nestled among the Smoky Mountains of the southeastern United States lies the state of Tennessee. Known primarily for its country music, the state has many fun things to do and see (whether you’re a fan of country music or not). Here is a list of ten…

The contributor of “Africa's Informal Economy Is Receding Faster than Latin America's,” published by The Economist, discusses the current and rapidity changing economy of sub-Saharan countries and their respective traditional roles. The author directly cites Adam Smith and the invisible hand in correlation to human nature to “truck, barter, and exchange” (Africa’s). This is to illustrate how individuals will innately make economic decisions based on their personal needs and that these decisions…

The Fabulous Life of Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter Beyoncé was born on September 4, 1981, in Houston, Texas. She performed in numerous dancing and singing competitions and talent shows as a child. Beyoncé rose to fame and first captured the public’s eye in the late 1990s as lead singer of the R&B girl-group Destiny’s Child. Mathew Knowles was Beyoncé father and manager of the group which became one of the world’s best-selling girl groups in history. Beyoncé is an American songwriter, singer,…

These country songs are awesome. Maybe it's just me, but good songs cross over boundaries appealing to just about everyone, even city slickers like me. These short, country songs are wrapped around catchy stories. 1. SOME BEACH [OFFICIAL VIDEO] Blake Shelton, 2004. Funniest song I've ever seen! Thought I'd share a laugh. For those who don't know, "some beach" is a double entendre. The singer "pictures himself" on some beach not lifting a finger. 2. PEOPLE ARE CRAZY [OFFICIAL VIDEO] Billy…

In Thomas Hietala’s book, Manifest Design: American Exceptionalism and Empire, is an excellently written and researched analysis of the political economy of America in the 1840’s as well as the political and social ramifications of expansion. Though the majority of the book focuses on the annexation of Texas, as well as the Democrats disagreement about what should be done if or when we do expand, particularly in Texas. By providing a revisionist approach to the prior knowledge on the period of…

and has a big effect on people's lifestyles as well because he designates the idea of partying and money as good. Stories within country music has been detected as soon as people read the title of a song. For centuries people have been demonstrating this act and each new song paints an even more vivid picture of reality. Taylor swift has became an icon in pop and country music because of the way she allows…

For example, many countries in Africa and Asia do not have proper roads or airports where they could import medical supplies. According to the article “Drones are helpful”, “One reason to favor cargo drones is precisely that they can fly in remote regions of Africa, Asia, and…

in the long run. Like the 2006 indie movie Outsourced, many European and American companies are looking for ways to reduce their production cost while simultaneously doubling their economic output. Companies are looking for talent in developing countries whom are willing to take on tedious jobs for a fraction of the pay. Because companies seek out foreign employees that they have gained a negative reputation of encouraging western exploitation, and are accused of ruining the job market. To…

Rap and Gospel are alike and difficult in several ways. As you all may think that rap and gospel are different in many ways, but they’re not. Of course you listen to gospel, while you praise and give God the glory. On the other hand, rap you listen to it to fit in, you get a vibe off of it, and it sounds good. Reasons why they are different and alike: different feelings, profanity level, and how they play a role in society. First, Rap and Gospel are alike, because they both play a part in…

The first thing that I put on my poster was the map. I chose the map because I want to travel the world. There is so much more to the human race than what is in the United States. I want to know about other cultures and learn the ways of them, I want to try new foods and listen to new music. I’ve fallen in love with cities I’ve never been to and people I’ve never met. The next thing on my poster is the sand and seashells. I am in love with the ocean, I want to be a divemaster after I graduate…