Twin Baby Boys Have a Conversation. Teresa Strasser. Shine. Yahoo.com. March 30, 2011.
This video is so cute! These twin boys have a complete conversation in baby talk with hand gestures and everything. My mom and I think that one of the boys are telling the other one to give his sock back HAHA.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Goodbye Sweet Friend
On March 29, 2011, my best friend left to go into the Air Force. We dated for about a year, but have continued to be the best of friends. March 28th was one of the hardest nights for me. He will be in Texas for boot camp and then on to Mississippi. I hope he will be able to stay in contact with me when I figure out the address to write to him. I don't know if I can last a whole year without any communication from him. I miss him so much, and it has only been a couple days since he has been gone. I pray that the Lord keeps him safe and brings him back home soon. I love you friend <3
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Message in a Bottle
Baltic Sea letter in a bottle found 24 years later. Nataliya Vasilyeva and Melissa Eddy. Associated Press. Yahoo News. March 29, 2011.
This was so good, I had to tell someone about it. My brother was the closest person to tell. HAHA. There was this boy in 1987, who had written a letter and put it in a bottle with a return address, and now, 24 years later, the then, 5 year old boy, received a reply from his message.
This was so good, I had to tell someone about it. My brother was the closest person to tell. HAHA. There was this boy in 1987, who had written a letter and put it in a bottle with a return address, and now, 24 years later, the then, 5 year old boy, received a reply from his message.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Tax Cheaters
What does a tax cheat look like? Zachary Roth. Yahoo News. U.S. News. March 28, 2011.
I knew that some people probably cheated on their taxes, but I was shocked by the statistics. There were 64% of those who admitted they cheated on their taxes were men, and 55% of them were under 45 years old. It makes sense that the younger ones are the cheaters.
I knew that some people probably cheated on their taxes, but I was shocked by the statistics. There were 64% of those who admitted they cheated on their taxes were men, and 55% of them were under 45 years old. It makes sense that the younger ones are the cheaters.
Funny Laws
Weird Traffic Laws. Cindy Perman. Yahoo Autos. CNBC.com March 28, 2011.
This is a funny article about 10 different traffic laws that seem ridiculous. I like that it is a law in Rockville, Maryland to watch your mouth. You can't swear where others can hear you.
This is a funny article about 10 different traffic laws that seem ridiculous. I like that it is a law in Rockville, Maryland to watch your mouth. You can't swear where others can hear you.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
It Got Me Thinking...
From one of the groups today, I heard a great point! Someone mentioned that just because you have straight A's doesn't mean you are smart, you just do all your work. This is so true! I know that I am smart in math, but in all the other subjects, I don't feel that I am college ready. I never really thought of that before because people always told me that I was so smart. I do think I am smart, but really just in one subject. This was such a good point!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Our Play
I loved presenting our play today! We had so much fun. One thing I noticed was some of us had our backs to the audience. I also didn't like the clicker, it wasn't working with me well. I thought the class enjoyed watching our play as much as we had acting it out. It was so hard not to laugh when Luciano said, "I'm stupid and everyone makes fun of me." I am glad that Cheyenne said, "Yes" to Luciano's invitation to prom. It was very cute! =)
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
The "BIG" One
Bogus Claim: Japan Earthquake Won't Trigger a California Quake. LiveScience.com. Yahoo News. March 21, 2011.
A man by the name of Winchester predicted that the recent earthquakes along the Pacific Plate, will trigger another plate along the North American coast and San Andreas Fault. Nathan Bangs claims that there is no evidence that this is possible.
A man by the name of Winchester predicted that the recent earthquakes along the Pacific Plate, will trigger another plate along the North American coast and San Andreas Fault. Nathan Bangs claims that there is no evidence that this is possible.
Monday, March 21, 2011
Chicago Shootings
Chicago's Schools, Police Work to Stem Violence. David Schaper and Cheryl Corley. PBS. NPR. March 21, 2011.
Last year, nearly 700 children were shot by gunfire (about 2 a day) and about 66 of them actually died. The Chicago school system plans on spending about $20 million for mentors to intervene in the lives of their students.
Last year, nearly 700 children were shot by gunfire (about 2 a day) and about 66 of them actually died. The Chicago school system plans on spending about $20 million for mentors to intervene in the lives of their students.
Costs of Libya Operation
Costs of Libya operation already piling up. Megan Scully. National Journal. Yahoo News. March 20, 2011.
It's not a big surprise that the costs of this Libya operation are high. They are trying to maintain a no-fly zone which will cost $30 million to $100 million per week. Another article mentioned that this operation will probably last awhile. There is going to be a continuous added debt to this nation.
It's not a big surprise that the costs of this Libya operation are high. They are trying to maintain a no-fly zone which will cost $30 million to $100 million per week. Another article mentioned that this operation will probably last awhile. There is going to be a continuous added debt to this nation.
Friday, March 18, 2011
SAT Essay Uproar
Reality TV and the SAT: Did students miss the point of the essay question? Lylah M. Alphonse. Shine Staff. Yahoo. March 18, 2011.
A recent SAT essay question has really stumped high school students. The question asked how authenic is reality tv. Some students say they don't even have cable or don't watch reality tv. The problem is, the essay isn't graded based on how well you know the subject, but how well you can write an essay.
A recent SAT essay question has really stumped high school students. The question asked how authenic is reality tv. Some students say they don't even have cable or don't watch reality tv. The problem is, the essay isn't graded based on how well you know the subject, but how well you can write an essay.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Class Discussion Education Reflection
I really enjoyed this class discussion. It was unfortuante that the administrators didn't listen in on our conversation. Basically, everyone agreed about their feelings on our current education system. We all have had our experiences with bad teachers. One student said that it is unfair that people who want to learn, can't and those who can learn, don't. Some people are unfortuante and are not able to afford a good education. Often times, these are the people who want to learn. Other students have the opportunity to have a good education, but don't take an advantage of it. In high school, there are so many students who just don't care to be there. There is so much overcrowding, that we don't need students who don't care. I like that everyone agrees that only the good teachers deserve tenure. It is not fair that it takes so long to fire a bad teacher. I almost think that we should have another day to talk about this because there was so much more I wanted to say and I am sure others would say the same. It would be nice to have authority in the classroom so that students can actually have power in the education system.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Empty Stores
Panic buying adds to shortage after Japan quake. Yuri Kageyama. Associated Press. Yahoo Finance. March 15, 2011.
People in Japan are starting to buy everything in stores needed for survival. At gas stations, cars continue to circle to get their gas. One resident stated that he can't even find a chocolate bar. There is a huge shortage in one of our world's greatest countries.
People in Japan are starting to buy everything in stores needed for survival. At gas stations, cars continue to circle to get their gas. One resident stated that he can't even find a chocolate bar. There is a huge shortage in one of our world's greatest countries.
Bachelor Season Finale
Last night was probably one of my favorite episodes of The Bachelor. Brad Womack was on this show before, but wasn't ready for a wife the first time. This time he was ready. From the very beginning I had liked the cute little southern girl, Emily. She was engaged before, but her finance died in a plane crash on his way to work. She later found out she was pregnant with his daughter. Emily named her daughter, Ricky (this was her finance's name). I was so happy when Brad chose Emily to be his wife. I wish them the best in their engagement. =)
Monday, March 14, 2011
My Thoughts on Tenure
I think that tenure can be both a good and bad thing. Good teachers deserve every right to have tenure. We want those teachers for a long time. Before tenure is offered, there should be a teacher evaluation from the students. This is where students honestly share what they think about their teachers. There should also be days where principals and/or superintendents go into a classroom and see how the teacher is teaching. These days should be completely unexpected. Teachers seem to actually teach well when they know they are going to be evaluated. Having tenure is a privilege and bad teachers don't deserve it at all.
Japan Closer to United States
Japan's earthquake shifted balance of the planet. Liz Goodwin. Yahoo News. March 14, 2011.
This article talks about some mind-blowing results from Japan's 8.9 earthquake. Since the quake, the epicenter of the earthquake, has moved 13 feet closer to the United States. The earth's axis also shifted 6.5 inches.
This article talks about some mind-blowing results from Japan's 8.9 earthquake. Since the quake, the epicenter of the earthquake, has moved 13 feet closer to the United States. The earth's axis also shifted 6.5 inches.
Friday, March 11, 2011
EARTHQUAKE!!!!
8.9 Quake Triggers Tsunami Across Pacific Ocean. Richard Harris and Renee Montagne. NPR. March 11, 2011.
This article is about some damages done because of the earthquake in Japan. People are now preparing for a tsunami in the west coast. Hawaii already got an earthquake because of what happened in Japan.
This article is about some damages done because of the earthquake in Japan. People are now preparing for a tsunami in the west coast. Hawaii already got an earthquake because of what happened in Japan.
Thursday, March 10, 2011
My Blogs
So if you read my blogs you can tell that I:
- Am Christian
- Am against Gay Marriage Marriage
- Am Sports Fan (Football and Baseball mostly)
- Want to be an Accountant
- Love Disneyland
No More $1 Bill
Eliminating $1 Bills Could Save Billions. Seth Fiegerman. Yahoo Finance. Main St. March 9, 2011.
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and Federal Reserve found out that if our $1 bills were replaced with a $1 coin, we would save $5.5 billion over 30 years. This is also a good idea because coins last a lot longer than paper money. This can take at least 4 years to transition, but the results would be great!
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) and Federal Reserve found out that if our $1 bills were replaced with a $1 coin, we would save $5.5 billion over 30 years. This is also a good idea because coins last a lot longer than paper money. This can take at least 4 years to transition, but the results would be great!
Major Deficit
February federal budget deficit sets record. Martin Crutsinger, AP Economics Writer. Yahoo Finance. March 10, 2011.
Our federal deficit increases each month and in February, it grew the most. Our deficit went up $222.5 billion dollars from last month. Our deficit has hit over $1.2 trillion.
Our federal deficit increases each month and in February, it grew the most. Our deficit went up $222.5 billion dollars from last month. Our deficit has hit over $1.2 trillion.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Public Education
Public Education: A Parent Concerns and Suggestions. Jeff Lindsay.JeffandLindsay.com August 22, 2010.
This link will take you to a website with concerns some parents have with our public education. This couple also gives out great suggestions on how to fix our schools.
This link will take you to a website with concerns some parents have with our public education. This couple also gives out great suggestions on how to fix our schools.
Movies on Facebook
Rent a movie- on your Facebook page. Julianne Pepitone. CNNMoney. FactSet Research Systems Inc. March 8, 2011.
A little fun fact for everyone. Warner Bros has said that, starting today, they would offer The Dark Night for rental on your Facebook page. The cost is 30 Facebook credits, or $3. This can definitely be in competition with the very popular Netflix.
A little fun fact for everyone. Warner Bros has said that, starting today, they would offer The Dark Night for rental on your Facebook page. The cost is 30 Facebook credits, or $3. This can definitely be in competition with the very popular Netflix.
Friday, March 4, 2011
Deathly Winning Shot
Prep star hits game-winning for perfect season, falls and dies. Cameron Smith. RivalsHIGH. Yahoo Sports. March 4, 2011.
This is such a tragic story. Wes Leonard hit the game winning shot of 57-55 in overtime. Afterwards, he celebrated with his team and then collapsed and died before reaching the hospital.
This is such a tragic story. Wes Leonard hit the game winning shot of 57-55 in overtime. Afterwards, he celebrated with his team and then collapsed and died before reaching the hospital.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Wanda Sykes on Education
I was just watching The Ellen Degeneres Show and her guest was Wanda Sykes. Wanda was talking about how she didn't know how to threaten her kids because they are white. Her parents would threaten to knock the "black" off of her. She figured out she can threaten them by saying, "Do you want to go to public school?" She also mentioned that we don't learn a thing in public school compared to other countries. We don't know the metric system at all, besides our doctors. For example if the doctor says there is a tumor in your body that is 9 centimeters, we ask, "Is that bad?" We understand things such as "the tumor is the size of a grapefruit." I found it so interesting because it is sooo true.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Airmen Murdered
Two U.S. Airmen Killed in Shooting at Germany's Frankfurt Airport.. Fox News. Associated Press. March 2, 2011.
Sad story about U.S. Air Force airmen being shot by a man from Kosovo. The attack was at a bus in Terminal 2. The passenger and driver were killed. This makes me sad and afraid because I have a really good friend going into the Air Force the last week of March and he wants to be an airman.
Sad story about U.S. Air Force airmen being shot by a man from Kosovo. The attack was at a bus in Terminal 2. The passenger and driver were killed. This makes me sad and afraid because I have a really good friend going into the Air Force the last week of March and he wants to be an airman.
Laughing Baby
Laughing Baby Loves Ripping Paper. Teresa Strasser. Shine. Yahoo.com. February 28, 2011.
This is a video of an adorable baby. Every time his dad rips paper, he laughs. SOOO CUTE! He is only 8 months old.
This is a video of an adorable baby. Every time his dad rips paper, he laughs. SOOO CUTE! He is only 8 months old.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
He is Remarkable
I decided to stop listening to secular music because it wasn't helping my relationship with Christ. This song makes me so happy to have a beat that I like with awesome lyrics.
Smart QB
Greg McElroy almost aced the Wonderlic. Is he too smart for the NFL? Matt Hinton. Yahoo Sports. Rivals.com. February 28, 2011.
Greg McElroy, a Quarterback in Alabama scored a 48 out of 50 on the Wonderlic test. According to Mike Florio, it isn't good to have a player smarter than the coaching staff. Never would I have ever imagined a football player being too smart to be in the NFL.
Greg McElroy, a Quarterback in Alabama scored a 48 out of 50 on the Wonderlic test. According to Mike Florio, it isn't good to have a player smarter than the coaching staff. Never would I have ever imagined a football player being too smart to be in the NFL.
Arkansas Earthquake
Largedst earthquake in 35 years hits Arkansas. Sarah Eddington. Associated Press. Yahoo News. March 1, 2011.
Today, Arkansas had the largest earthquake in 35 years. Over the past few months, there have been hundreds of earthquakes. Residents are terrified and are just hoping "the big one" doesn't come.
Today, Arkansas had the largest earthquake in 35 years. Over the past few months, there have been hundreds of earthquakes. Residents are terrified and are just hoping "the big one" doesn't come.
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