Horizontal World Even though the midwest is not as sought after as other states, there are certain aspects that make it just a unique. Its ability to provide a home to many immigrants from other countries looking for a new start is one of its qualities that make it so amazing. The midwest is a vast open land in the middle of the United Stats. Many of the resident rely on agriculture as a primary source of income. In the expert from The Horizontal World, Debra Marquart creates vivid imagery,…
Pharrell’s music is known for its feel good, sound. As he explains in an interview, “I wanted to make something that felt good… it’s about the groove first” (Pharrell Williams Pitchfork). His use of upbeat tempos, steel guitar riffs and quick hi-hats create this bright, funky, pop music for all ages to enjoy. His repetition and stability of beats are enough to enjoy, yet detailed enough to catch something different in them each time. Each producer injects a bit of themselves…
psychiatrists claimed he had "deep-seated personality problems." After having another child in 1963, Manson was again divorced. While serving this ten year sentence, Manson quickly became obsessed with the Beatles’ music, and learned to play the steel guitar himself. When his time was up, he asked to stay longer, but was released. Manson headed to San Francisco, where he met Mary Brunner, who he moved in with and convinced to let him bring more women to live with them. Once their family was…
In The Horizontal World, a memoir by Debra Marquart, the author portrays the perceptions of her hometown, North Dakota, along with the rest of the upper Midwest in different perspectives. With the incorporations of many accounts of the region, Marquart includes the popular belief that the Midwest is dull and bleak. Though the memoir constitutes these stereotypical beliefs, the author uses these misconceptions in her argument to embody the importance of North Dakota.With the change of tone, use…
garnered her several accolades, including ten Grammys, and in 1999 she was welcomed into the Country Music Hall of Fame. She is a phenomenally talented singer-songwriter. On the big screen, she has been in 9 to 5, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, and Steel Magnolias, among others. Part of a larger chain of attractions, her Dollywood theme…
Discover the barren land, and unique people of Mexico. Explore the variety of sandy beaches in its blazing hot climate, and giant volcanoes. Travel to Mexico to learn about their lifestyle, sports and religion including the amazing history of Mexico. Come on by and don 't wait another minute to visit Mexico! Location: Mexico is located at about 23 degrees North and 102 degrees West in the southern portion of North America. It is also located in a region known as Middle America. In addition,…
Industrial Revolution, it was a leap forward in the ascent of man. The Industrial Revolution can be seen as one of the greatest events in history. Macaulay explained that the wealth of nations “has been almost constantly becoming richer and richer.” The steel and iron that has been crafted due to the technology from the Industrial Revolution has allowed the formation of amazing architecture. Engels…
“Because I trust in the ever-changing climate of the heart. (At least, today I feel that way.) I think it is necessary to have many experiences for the sake of feeling something; for the sake of being challenged, and for the sake of being expressive, to offer something to someone else, to learn what we are capable of.” - Jason Mraz. Clearly, the message being conveyed here is an idea that one should go through multiple understandings of many different occurrences, different kinds of happenings…
Mitch Aldrich – Special Education – Resource Teacher I am so grateful to be joining the Holston View community! This will be my 10th year teaching students with special needs. I love working with children who learn in different ways and establishing a caring and supportive environment for them to best achieve their goals. I was born in Virginia, so in many ways I feel like moving to Bristol is like coming home. I taught students in Phoenix and Denver previously, but I’m looking forward to a…
Garden Fork. 2008. Steel and aluminum. Collection of Christen and Derek Wilson. This fork really makes me smile, no one I know would dare put this in their yard. I immediately thought of “Guitar Center” and how they would probably sue for copyright infringement if they knew this fork existed, and just laughed. It looks like a huge advertisement for a diner in the middle of nowhere. 5. Sol LeWitt. Modular Cube/Base. 1968. Painted steel. Raymond and Patsy Nasher Collection…