Two sentences from a Classmate

" A friend, not long ago told me that "God never gives us more than we can carry..." and I felt that I HAD to be strong, not just for my mother but for everyone, and most importantly to honor my Father's memory. He was not expressive with emotion. I think I saw him cry once, maybe twice. I spent much of my life growing up wanting to hear him say he was proud of me. I don't recall that he ever did, but we loved one another and reached a place of mutual respect. I figure I can't ask for a lot more." By Joe Nairn

I chose these parts of Joe's blog because I kind of felt like I could relate to them in some kind of way. He was right whe he said God never gives us more than we can carry so what God did for me was take my father away from me and decided that he was nothing but trying to bring negativity around my life, like wishing that I never should of had a son, but who thinks that way when he was already here. My father never accepted my son and still doesnt talk to me this day, but I dont care because Im going to be a strong woman with or without him in my life. And the whole thing about my father giving me recognition never exsisted, but I know that in the back of his mind he wants to tell me how proud he is of me raising my son alone, attending college, and working to get what I want I life.

Poverty Rises

Poverty Rate Continues to Climb

My response to poverty news stories about the climb of poverty rate that continues in Rochester, is that it is sad to see how our community/ city has increased on how many people are really poor, or don’t have jobs to support their families. Looking at the percentage being 3.7percent really caught my eye. I wondered how this rate could be so high.  Well I thought knowing how much money the United States has been spending on the war, and how high the gas, and food prices has caused most of this crisis for many families. My opinion about all this is crazy how and could such a city become so poor and jobless? I thank the wealthy people and New York State officials on not helping these people in our community. People that are wealthy are terrible. People like that could be helping, and contributing to not only this community but to a lot of people in need, like  places like Action for a better community that help people who are in need of homes, jobs, and money. Thinking about how over crowded and unsanitary places we have our families. Especially in places like shelters, and the streets because they have no where to turn too. Because of this crime rates have increased as well. Not only do we have families out on streets but felons who were convicted but served there time and are now turning to the major streets where poverty is taking place, reason being that there not able to maintain or get a job because of there background. But as for places and little organizations like action for a better community has really touched me in a way of knowing that it is time to make a difference and help out.  Always remember don’t ever take anything for granted, be satisfied with what you have because knowing that there is someone out there that doesn’t have what you have, but will be happy to have what you have.  

How to Get Ready For Summer

1. Sunblock, sunblock, sunblock.

You already knew it was coming, but it bears repeating: get yourself some sunblock. If you’re planning to use that tube you got last year, remember that sunblock expires, so check the date on your bottle. Generally, if it’s past two years old, its effectiveness may be weaker, and may even cause irritation on some people. When buying new sunblock, if you can’t find the exp date, use a sharpie to write when you bought it. Don’t forget to buy sunblock moisturizer for your face — they’re popping up at cosmetics counters everywhere this month!

2. Protect your precious face with vitamin C powder.

These little vials of orange dust are becoming more common in spas everywhere. (Vitamin C is also available in liquid form, but powder is more potent.) Mix in a small amount with your daily moisturizer to protect against everyday environmental (sun) attacks, as well as brighten and even out skin.

3. Take care of your hair.

For girls, you may want to start shaving (or preferred hair removal) your legs more often, bikini line, and so on. For guys, you may want to shave, wax, or whatever method your prefer for hair removal, to your stomach, chest and back. I know a lot of men do not agree with that, it is all in preference.

4. Get your body looking great.

Shorts, sandals, skirts, sarongs, tanks, dresses, bathing suits… with clothing that simply reveals more, it’s time for general maintenance on your body! Double check your feet for neat looking toes and clean skin. Break away from the cold-weather comfort food and reach for chilled veggies, and take advantage of in-season fruits! Maybe the hot summer weather will provide the perfect reason to try out a shorter haircut — we know the boys do it every year!

5. Update your iPod.

If there’s anything that preps you best for summer, it’ll be the jams you play for dancing, tanning, and driving…

DRUNK DRIVING

Almost half of the car accidents involving teenagers are single vehicle crashes. This means most teen car accidents happen because the teenagers simply made bad driving judgments. Sadly, a lot of car accidents involving teenagers include alcohol. Almost 60% of fatal teen car crashes are because of drunk driving accidents. Statistics have shown time and time again that the number of car accidents involving teenagers increase with each additional passenger.

The very young and the very old are much more likely to be involved in accidents. Car accidents are currently the number one killer of people ages 1 to 37. About 1 in 30 young drivers will be injured in an accident each year. Young drivers are four times more likely to die in car accidents and are much more likely to speed, drive recklessly, not wear their seat belts and drink and drive than middle-aged drivers. If we could reduce these dangerous behaviors, we could prevent these needless deaths and injuries.

Most car accidents are entirely preventable. Drivers are most likely distracted, tired or possibly drunk. Some of the most common distractions are talking to others in the vehicle or talking on the cell phone, eating or drinking, playing with the radio or CD, and so on. All of these distractions could be easily avoided if people were to see how dangerous distractions can be when you are not entirely focused on your driving. 

People should also be careful not to drive if they are feeling sleepy or even slightly intoxicated, since lack of sleep can often reduce your response time as much as slight intoxication and increase the chance of an accident. It is also important that people avoid driving when there is rain, snow, or heavy fog, unless necessary. It is also not a good idea to drive between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. (particularly on Friday and Saturday nights) for these are the most dangerous hours to drive in the week and should be avoided because of drunk driving.

One of my true loves(Choice)

Softball is an important means for people to form and maintain strong friendships that might otherwise not exist. These social bonds between players are so strong that many describe them in familial, kinship terms – 'my sisterhood' or 'my family'. 'Softball friends' are different from friends in other areas of life. Something special is shared and exchanged by them. Over half of all Softball players feel that being a part of the team is like having a long-term boyfriend. Softball plays a key role in family life, linking the shared experiences of family members across generations and creating a lasting sense of tradition and belonging. Most women become athlete because their mother or father would take them to matches as a child, and many older fans still retain strong memories of these formative experiences. While there are strong rivalries between fans at local and national levels, the striking feature of the research is the high degree to which Softball unites people from varied backgrounds and undoubtedly beyond.

I need a place where I can go, mentally and emotionally, and forget about all the crap, that is reality, at this moment. Softball is that bastion for me; it's not just Softball, either. It's the game of Softball that I so dearly love. But, to immerse myself into Softball, at what is supposed to be its purest level (the high school level), is what I ultimately prefer. The young women growing and maturing... the parents having a sense of pride in what their young woman is accomplishing... school pride... District bragging rights... State Championships... honor, respect and duty to one's teammates... all of this is what I love about Softball. All of this pays huge dividends later on in life and high school Softball helps forge great men. That's why I love it.

Urban Dictionary Blog

Bestie

Bestie is a word that every girl calls there close friend the one that they can tell there "secrets" to, and know that there able to "trust" one another. Besties normally go places together, hang out together, read eachothers minds, and go on dates together. Bestie also shares the definition and word with bestfriend.

New Definition:

To me besties are wack people who cant just simply call eachother bestfriends, bestfriends already is kind of already abriviated with BF. But most females are the only ones that use the word bestie guys would think its "GAY" all jokes a side i think the word is stupid.

Determined

Determination is the act of coming to a decision or creating a purpose.  Determination takes a huge factor in my life because my mother is from  Puerto Rico and my father is  from Dominican Republic. They both came to America with nothing literally they both stayed with a friend until they were able to live on their own. My father worked at McDonalds as a janitor until he saved up enough money so he could invest in property with his friend. Once he invested his money in to property he quit his job and he put all of his time and effort in to the investment. The time and effort spent was worth it, his business started becoming profitable. Then he invested in more property and made his living from his investments.

When my mother first came to America she was a under the table maid, she washed peoples clothes, she cooked cleaned and baby sat. She did enough to provide for her three daughters. We lived in a two bedroom apartment with three girls to a room and my mother and father shared a room. My mother and father were never married but my father was always there when we all were younger. My mother took on all duties of mom and dad; she did everything she could to provide for us.  The struggles my mother and father faced after coming to America encourages me to take advantage of all opportunities that provided for me.

My mother had paved a way for me to be successful with her determination to provide a better life for her children. I think about the things my mother has done and I am determined to be everything my mother believes I could be. Also, I refuse to be another statistic, for example another Hispanic young mother having a family of my own, I can not provide for, or another young mother not attending college.

Synonyms for this word may include. decision, judgment, measurement, opinion, perception, purpose, resolution, resolve, result, settlement, solution, verdict, visualization. Judgment is defined as decision about blame. Determination is related to judgment because in both you have to come to a decision. Measurement is defined as analysis, the relation in both terms you have to analyze what is placed in front of you. Opinion and determination is both based on beliefs. Perception is defined as coming to a decision. Through determination one has to come to a final decision. Result is defined as an effect brought about by something. Determination you have to come to a result which was affected by earlier action. Settlement is defined as a conclusion. Determination you must have a conclusion to your decision. 

Reasons why family is important.

I do not really give my family enough praise but my family means the world to me. Today I am going to talk about the many ways why family is important.  First, strong families have commitment. The membership of each family member is recognized and valued. Family members are committed to help each other succeed and there is an attitude of "one for all, and all for one." In short, there is loyalty to the family and family life is a priority.
            Second, strong families express appreciation. Appreciation is one of the deepest human needs. We all want our efforts recognized and appreciated. Strong families make a habit of expressing gratitude. They look for the good in one another and openly acknowledge it when it is found. They celebrate their successes. In strong families, communication is positive and compliments are common.
            Third, strong families spend time together. Although quality time is important, so is quantity time. Strong families do things together and do them often. They enjoy the time they spend with their families. They eat together, play together, and work together. Frequently they choose family activities over other non-family activities. This abundance of time together helps them develop an abundance of shared experiences and memories that unite and strengthen them.
            Finally, strong families develop spiritually and mentally. For many families, their faith community becomes a second family that provides extra support. A spiritual connection can also provide purpose, direction, and perspective.