The Quiet Room

was all. The air was thick with heat in south California, causing Dory to curse her natural long dark blue locks, which was pulled back in its usual ponytail. It was quiet, too quiet! She slammed her head against the table wondering how she had gotten into this mess. She took the towel to her forehead as she exited the locker room. Another successful practice, with the way this was going they would beat Woodbridge high school in no time! “Dory” Her coach called and she walked through the…

not in the best of moods, in fact he was kind of pissed. One one had screwed up a important order and then he had to clean it up which lead to him losing his temper. Now, Doffy was walking back to his room. Hands stuffed into his pockets with a clear frown on his features. Opening the door to his room he saw S/O sitting at the desk, which was a common thing. S/O liked to do their work there, whatever that was. Of course, it was also a normal thing for Doffy to bug them till their full attention…

In the morning, I didn't even bother talking to Vic. It was going to embarrassing for him in any manner, so before he could wake up I grabbed my clothes and hurried to the bathrooms. People moved back and out of my way like they had been ever since I had punched that guy in here. After I was dressed, I went down for breakfast and actually sat with Justin today. Vic didn't acknowledge me as he came into the lobby and into the kitchen, sitting with no food with the rest of his group. "So what…

in Rochester NY my home town. This night would be different than any other night in my short life, this night was very different and only now do I understand what happened on that August night. It was hot and sticky but we had a fan running in my room. I fell to sleep thinking about whatever it is 9 year old think about. I fell into a deep sleep only to wake up roughly four hours later. I woke and stepped out of my bed…

organization named Student Leadership University. In 2014, we went to Orlando, and then, in 2015, we went to Washington D.C. This year, 2016, we went across the pond to England and France, in Europe. As we boarded the plane, I had no room to move or sit. We had as much leg room as if we were sitting up against a wall. The plane itself was old, with ugly upholstery, small walkways, old television sets, and an aroma that was not so pleasant. The flight was very long, tiring, and uncomfortable.…

I wondered if it had something to do with what happened earlier. My curiosity won me over and I decided to move to my usual snooping spot. The way that our house was set up made it so that if I sat in the doorway to my room, I could see almost the entire layout of the living room. I spent many nights there watching tv shows that my parents wouldn 't let me watch because they were too “grown up”. Now it was an ultimate position for spying. I could see the shoulders of my mom and my dad looking at…

whatever the world throws our way. There’s a genuine love for learning and a vibrant community instilled within UChicago. I’m ready to see the world from a new perspective – one that UChicago will help me develop. For the second time that day, the room grows silent. But this time, there is nothing left to think about and nothing left to say. All that is needed has been spoken. Stressed: (smiles widely) Guys, I think we have our…

Luckily none moved when I poked them with my umbrella, giving me the signal it was clear. After I gave my friends a thumbs up, they hurried into the hallway. Lights flickered on and off quickly. "What's with the lights?" Samie pondered, trying to stay quiet. But before I could answer Samie, I heard a loud thud as if something or someone fell. "Wait," I stopped and put my arm in front of them, prohibiting them from moving on. They looked at me with confusion on their faces. I took a step…

Nature, Tomjachu Bush Lodge offers a variety of self-catering accommodation and each unit comes with a private swimming pool. All units are African inspired decoration and have a seating and dining area. Most units have fully equipped kitchen and some rooms offer a view of Bekker Mountain. It is stated upon even by locals as being one of…

I woke in this unfamiliar place. There was a lot of weird equipment hovering around this room. Blood pressure cuffs were hanging on the desert sand brown walls. Disposable gloves and mask were inside the shelves with other hygienic things. Red bucket is full of revolting puke as many thoughts were gathering in my mind. Standing beside me was this gray heartbeat monitor. Catheter bags were wrapped around my firm thighs. My body was placed on the moveable place. Bleeping machines were annoying…