It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

First, I interviewed my cousin, Delaney who is twelve year old seventh grader. She explained that joining field hockey is the most satisfying thing in her life right now because she has met some of her best friends through the sport. After this, she continued to explain that she has had a lot of toxic friendships in the past, so I asked her what the most satisfying thing she has done in her life. She told me that getting rid of all those toxic friends, facilitated by joining field hockey, was…

certain programs that fit your needs will help you succeed in life.You shouldn’t waste your time on all general studies, you should used your time on a specific degree or certificate program. You credentials will help you in the workforce, but once again finding a job or maintaining it isn’t guaranteed. I have acquaintances who’ve gotten nowhere in life with a degree and I also no individuals who made the most out of their degrees. The vast majority of people seek education for a better life.…

Mary-Ann I became a pretty lucky person because I knew I had the one of the best Aunts ever. Mary-Ann, who was born with down-syndrome, never let the disease stop her from reaching her goals. Mary-Ann was a wonderful person, who always cared for others before herself. She is a caring, loving and most importantly bequeathing. Whenever she was singing “ Jesus Loves Me” or “ Happy Birthday” you knew she was in her sunny place. Numerous things were obstacles for her but she always found a way to…

of Oklahoma has been around since 1890. It was a university in a state that hadn’t even reached statehood until 1907. Since then, it has enrolled many students who are on their journey to higher education. During World War II enrollment was at all time lows, for good reason of course, but then after the war, they had an almost record breaking enrollment that lasted well into the next…

She, tougher than most of the boys, often stepped up as Truman's protector. Truman was picked on because he liked very few things the other boys his age were interested in. He was also picked on for the fancy clothes he wore and how sensitive he was. The friends had very different lives; Truman lived with his mother’s relatives after his parents abandoned him. Later on, Lee transferred to the University of…

Bob Iger once said “The heart and soul of a company is creativity and innovation.” And I think that is true, however Bob Iger is a businessman, he runs one of the most wealthy and most beloved companies in the world today, The Walt Disney Company. And because he is a businessman, of course he wouldn’t see the full picture of those words he spoke. A better way of saying that quote instead would be. “The heart and soul of a person is created by their creativity and innovation.” Now, the reason I…

change as quickly as a drop of a pin, it’s a very fragile view of how you see something. One experience can completely flip an opinion into something else. This is what happened to me during my brief but impactful experience with Bradley Krug. In this essay I will be addressing the main difference in opinions as well as the similar ways of thinking I had while viewing Bradley Krug back when I met him in eighth grade to the amazing person I know today. The first time I have ever seen Brad was at…

over the side of the bed. Just as he did that, without a knock, Fleur entered the chamber. “How are you?” Her eyes narrowed in concern as she approached. “Honestly, I feel like a new man. It’s a miracle what sleep can do.” Percival rubbed his eyes and stood. “But is it midday? It seems late.” “No, it’s late morning, just very sunny, but cold. Rion’s at his lessons.” “How did he fare last night?” “Slept like a babe.” Percival chuckled and made his way behind…

song, Jennifer Hudson sang it better due to melody, rhythm, and instrumentation used in her version. Nina Simone was born February 21, 1933; she died just two months after her 70th birthday on April 21, 2003; she sang the rhythm and blues between the years of 1954, and 2003. She was even nominated for an Oscar Award (nin). British songwriters Anthony Newley and Leslie Bricusse wrote…

and friends, but also a week of joy. The exciting days leading up to christmas to the aftereffects of happiness that result from the carols of Christmas prove that December 25th is a very special holiday. Christmas to me means spending and sharing time and the moments with each other and it also celebrates the birth of Jesus. The gifts and the food are amazing, but the main point of Christmas is to celebrate the nativity of Christ. As the holidays come closing in, our family prepares for this…