The Cookout

Leslie Ann Budewitz is an American author who combines her passion for food and mystery to write mystsery novels. Born in Montana, Budewitz attended Notre Dame Law School and Seattle University. She went on to practice law in Seattle for a few years before heading back to her home state of Montana. She still practices employment law and civil litigation in Montana though she says killing people in books is much more fun. A national best-selling author, Budewitz is best known for the Spice Shop…

Deaf history month is celebrated every year from March 13th to April 13th according to byui.edu. Sign Language is a big part of our country; it’s the fourth most common language and is over 200 years old. Also, in the US alone, there are more than 1,000,000 people over the age of five who are deaf (research.gallaudet.edu)! Although all of these people are unable to hear sound; they have a life that is just as rich as any hearing person. Many deaf people are involved in the communities of the…

Sometimes be a taker; don’t let the world take advantage of you. So be a cautious giver, be a wise giver.” These had been my mother’s words to live by. A light breeze wafted in from the cul-de-sac outside through a slightly opened window. The aroma of a cookout filled the dining room as Diet Coke sizzled. I sit down at the dining table in the strange mismatched dining chair set. My mother then sits across the table corner from me. We had just arrived home from church on this perfect Sunday…

Ideal Vacations What is your ideal vacation spot? Many people work hard all year long for a vacation, saving up money to be able to go to different places to relax or to do fun activities they cannot do at home. When people choose to go on vacation they like to know how much the trip will cost them, what activities you can do there, the scenery, and the great food from other places then home. Many people have different desired locations for a vacation. Popular vacation spots are the beaches,…

Dara Alberti Mr. Binef U.S. History 3 April 2015 Historical Origins of Amusement Parks and Mass Recreation. Amusement parks or mass recreations are places where groups of attractions, fun rides, games and shows are located for the enjoyment of families and friends. "The settlers who planted the first English colonies in America had the same instinctive drive for play that is the common heritage of all mankind" (Dulles 3). The importance of these parks has been forgotten throughout time because…

I am Alexander K Davis and I was born in Pensacola Florida. My parents decided to shorten my name so I just go by Alex. I have to do silly chores like cut the grass and put away clothes but at least I get paid five dollars every time I cut the grass. I am a pretty athletic guy, I have played soccer, football, basketball, baseball, lacrosse, and the swim team. I have also been on the math team. I love games like checkers and chess. I have always liked watching Scooby Doo and I have recently…

One of the footers in foundation of my ministry which supports the philosophy by which I approach the churched and non-churched can be found in Matthew 9:10-13. It is both the intentional formulation of the opportunity in which Jesus frames this footing and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer to which we must also respond. Not only does the unfolding dynamics of the text, present the attitude of the church in opposition to the needs of the non-churched; but it also…

Securing the Future of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU’s) On August 1, 2015, the National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Alumni Association (NHBCUAA) had a conference on the campus of Bowie State University. The theme of the conference was “The Role of Alumni for the 21st Century HBCU.” The goals of the conference were to engage participants in thought-provoking discussions on the challenges of HBCUs in the 21st Century, such as political attacks and threats of…

“Come to Ruth 's Chris and celebrate the graduation and academic accomplishments of Nicholas Dart.” I was thrilled to receive this invitation, but to most Americans, this would be somewhat of a shock. A well known American restaurant chain where a customer can expect to pay upwards up 45 dollars for a steak, Ruth’s Chris hardy seems like the appropriate place for a grad party. Yet many people come in time and time again for birthdays, anniversaries, and even grad parties. But that raises a…

Before I discuss the person i 'm going to be at 70, its important to understand the person I am now. These factors will hopefully help determine and shape the person who I will be in 51 years. Currently I 've begun a new stage in my life in multiple senses. One being a college student that is trying to discover himself and pursue academic interests. This will bolster my intellectual skills so that one day I may provide the world a great service in some aspect. The other sense being my journey…