All Good Things Must Come to and End

Well tomorrows my last day of high school, [well all the seniors last day], and I can't beleive how fast the four years have gone by. Thank You Mr.Palo for introducing the blog and Community to me[funniest show ever=D], not only that but I have become very smart from all things I learned. Not only is tomorow the last day of school....but today is the second to last day of American Idol......sorry just had to put that in there lol...and I'm pretty sure this isn't the last day I'll blog.....=D

More Damage than Expected

"More than Expected Damage Found at Japan Reactor" By Mari Yamaguchi
12 May 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110512/ap_on_re_as/as_japan_earthquake

I had almost forgotten about the radiation leaks with the whole Bin Laden thing. But it turns out that there is more damage and leaks than people expected. They are still trying to cool it but it doesn't seem to work. So now what they are trying to do is find new solutions to the problem. I really wish them good luck becuase I don't anybody to suffer from this.

Bin Laden Eyed New Targets

"Diary: Bin Laden Eyed New Targets, Big Body Count" By Kimberly Dozier
11 May 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110511/ap_on_re_us/us_bin_laden

It's said that during the raid, they found plans for future and past terroist plots with Osama Bin Laden behind them all. He wanted to attack smaller cities, rail road tracks, anything as long as it killed Americans. I'm just hoping that his death was enough to slow down his followers....

Bin Laden's Son Speaks Out

http://news.yahoo.com/video/world-15749633/25187113

I haven't seen this video yet becuase the computer won't let me hear it.....but I put it up here to watch later. I wonder what Bin Laden's son is going to say?

Shooting in Riverwalk

"Man Guns Down 2,is Killed by Police" By Steven Barrie
11 May 2011

Yesterday around 6p.m. there was a shooting in Riverwalk were a man and a women was shot, the gunman, along with the victims are dead. I didn't really know what was going on at the time, I just knew something was up because the helicopter was right above my house, and roaming around. This is just a really sad event because the stroy that's going around is that the gunman killed his ex, and that's really scary. I feel for the the familys of the victims and I hope they can get through this event.

Carpe Diem

I just felt like blogging about this because I'm finally done with one project [three more to go=/ lol] but for the past three weeks I've been working on my Carpe Diem project for english, and I have to say it's been a fun project. The point of the project was to have the class enjoy life and stay as young as long as we can [or at least until we graduate]. The project was fun because of the fact that my friends joined in a few, we always have a good laugh when we are all together. It was just overall a great experience I really hope they continue to give out this project. So thank you Mrs. Bokman for this project!=]

Excuse for Attack

"After Bin Laden: What Might Come Next" By The Associated Press
7 May 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/after_bin_laden

The death of Osama bin Laden defiantly affected America. And many are now wondering when they will attack again,

Torture

"Bin Laden Killing won't Settle Debate Over Enhanced Interrogations"By Zachary Roth
04 May 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_thelookout/20110504/ts_yblog_thelookout/bin-laden-killing-wont-settle-debate-over-enhanced-interrogations

The topic of the way the U.S. interrogates people has come up again after the death of bin Laden. People are claiming that torturing criminals is effective, and others are saying that it's used to recruit people who hate us. I don't really care about torturing criminals for information, I don't have any sympathy because of the fact that they didn't care when they made many innocent people suffer by killing their loved ones.The only reason I DON"T like this interrogation process is because I beleive that they're some people who are taking advantage and are torturing just to torture instead of as a way to get information.And it is hard to watch, and part of me believe it's inhumane, so I believe we need to find a different way of getting our information even though I still don't feel bad [unless they are innocent], because the U.S. needs to show a good example for otehr nations.

Minute-by-Minute

"Minute-By-Minute: The Operation to get bin Laden" By
03 May 2011

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503543_162-20058792-503543.html

Yesterday on the news there was more info on the attack that killed Osama bin Laden, and it was interesting to see. They made an animated video of what happened, and it was interesting to see what happened. They also gave more details on the raid such as bin Laden using his, what we think to be one of wifes, as a shield. That really got to me, I mean the man that planned to kill more innocent people, the one who planned 9/11, he uses a women as a shield against the shots.What a coward, and even in his last moments he hides to protect himself.

Justice For the United States

"Death Comes for the Master Terrorist: Osama bin Laded" By Lisa Beyer
2 May 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/time/20110502/wl_time/08599206885800

More details are pouring in about the death of bin Laden, people have been waiting such a long time for this. I'm just so happy that people that lost a loved one now have some type of closure and know that the man that put the nation through so much pain is now gone.

Islamic Scholars Criticize bin Laden's Sea Burial

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110502/ap_on_re_mi_ea/ml_bin_laden_sea_burial

 

Osama Bin Laden Dead

"Bin Laden Dead" By Julie Pace and Matt Apuzzo
1 May 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110502/ap_on_re_us/us_bin_laden

I just heard that Osama Bin Laden is dead, and Obama just gave his speech. Finally those people who lost a loved one has been given some type of justice. A small team of Americans carried out this plan and the U.S now has the body in custody. I still don't know all the details, but I'll defeniatly post more on this. I'm still speechless....today is truely a historical day.

The Big Day- Royal Wedding

"Kate Middleton Wedding Dress a Success" By Claudine Zap
29 April 2011

Kate's Dress: http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_royals/20110429/wl_yblog_royals/kate-middleton-wedding-dress-a-success

About the Ceremony: http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_royals/20110429/wl_yblog_royals/prince-william-and-kate-middleton-now-officially-married

Today was the Royal Wedding, Prince William and Kate Middleton are now husband and wife. I actually woke up at 1 a.m. this morning just to watch it, the whole thing was just beautiful.The ceremony was nicely done and I think it went perfectly. Kate's dress was very beautiful as well and everybody seems to have liked it, she was successful in keeping her wedding dress a secret. I really wish both Will and Kate happiness.

Class Discussion- Immigration

Today in class we had our class discussion on immigration, it was interesting to see where people stood. I really am not choosing sides, because I don't fully agree with everything one side has to say about the topic. I just wish we could find some type of solution, I liked the fact that Xavier pointed out that there were programs were immigrants can join in order to come to the United States legally and work. That to me seems like a great solution, why come illegally when you can come without haveing the fear of being deported. I  also think that we need to focus on the immigrants that are causing trouble and help those that are really here to work, learn and support those they love. I can see both sides and understand why the government is frusterated and I understand that immigrants are being treated unfair. I wish I would have spoken up more because I had some questions and things to point out, and I do feel bad for using the word "colored people" it just came up for lack of a better word and I always get nervous I completely take that back because I didn't agree with the person who used it. Overall nice points were made, too bad we don't have another day to discuss because this topic is a big one.

Mystery Royal Dress

"Kate's Royal Wedding Dress Still Veiled in Mystert" By Sylvia Hui
27 April 2011

http://royalwedding.yahoo.com/blogs/kates-royal-wedding-dress-still-veiled-in-mystery-7052

Kate Middleton's wedding dress is still a mystery, nobody knows who the designer is or how it will look. So everyone is just making guesses, I can't wait to see her dress, I bet it will be beautiful.

Chained in a Closet

" The Oprah Winfrey Show Today: The 6-Year-Old That was Chained in a Closet" By
15 April 2011

http://www.current-movie-reviews.com/previews/2011/04/15/the-oprah-winfrey-show-today-the-6-year-old-that-was-chained-in-a-closet/comment-page-1/

At age six, when most little kids are living life happily, and worry free, a little boy named Clayton Grad was put in a small bathroom closet and wrapped around with a chained fence. But now at age nineteen we finally got to here his story, when I saw him on Oprah and heard his story I was so upset to hear that the people who abused him were the people who were supposed to protect him. Clayton's own father and stepmother put him in the closet and did such cruel things I really don't want to go into them because they really upset me. I mean to think that this little boy had to suffer because the father was spineless and seemed to care more about the new wife over his own flesh and blood. I am just glad to know that Clayton is now living a happy life.

He Shouldn't Have Complained

"Royal Guard Cut from Wedding after Kate Complaints"By Kwala Mandel
25 April 2011
http://royalwedding.yahoo.com/blogs/guard-cut-from-wedding-after-kate-complaints-6189?nc

There will be a guard missing at the royal wedding becuase the eighteen year old complained about Kate Middleton being to "stuck up" and a few other things. I thought it was pretty dumb of the kid to complain about that, the only reason he complained was because Kate didn't look at him, he messed up his chance to be in the Royal Wedding which is such an honor. He wanted attention now he has it, just not in the way he wanted. And in my opinion Kate Middleton doesn't look stuck up at all, she seems really nice and quite and I wish her and William the best.

VOTE for Casey Abrams

"Casey Abrams stomps American Idol with Maroon 5 song"  By
22 April 2011

http://www.monstersandcritics.com/smallscreen/news/article_1634454.php/Casey-Abrams-stomps-American-Idol-with-Maroon-5-song-VIDEO

Yesterday on American Idol Stefano left and it is now down to the Top 6 on American Idol. The performances were amazing but my favorite one was Casey, he never dissapoints. He sang "Harder to Breathe" by Maroon 5 and it was AMAZING, I really hope that Casey wins because he really is so talented and likeable.I hope people continue to vote becasue no one is safe.

Invisible Children

"Invisible Children" By
http://www.invisiblechildren.com/homepage.html

Yesterday on Oprah, there were these three young men. [These three young men had been on Oprah when they were only college students who were trying to find some type of adventure] They went to Africa and soon after they made it their mission to help the country, because as many people don't know, Africa has been going through an invisible war. A man named Joseph Kony has been terrozing four countries, and children are being abducted and are forced to fight. These three young men are trying to fix and help Northern Uganda by rebuilding schools, educating future leaders and providing jobs. I admire these men because they are really passionate and really care for these kids, if we just donate $25.00 it would really help alot.

Innocent Man is Killed

"Drive -Thru Victim Shot "For No Apparant Reason"" By  Darrekk Santschi
20 April 2011
http://www.pe.com/localnews/inland/stories/PE_News_Local_ndrivethru21.2a1e3d5e9.html


Dalray Kawane Andrews  is behind bars for robbing and murdering a man named Joshua Huizar of Rialto. Dalray shot Joshua after Joshua tryed to escape. My heart goes out to the family, and I hope Dalray pays for what he has done. I also come back to the idea that guns need to be destroyed because so many innocent people become victims to it. If we destroy guns I believe that it would save so many lifes.

Child of Rage

"Child of Rage"By Ken Tucker
1992
http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20050792,00.html

In sociology the class is watching a movie called "Child of Rage", it's about a little seven year old girl named Catherine who is very violent [a young sociopath]. The child was raped at a very young so we believe that is the reason for her her actions, but the thing is she does many cruel things. The reason the movie is creepy is because it's a true story. There really was a violent little girl who almost killed her younger brother, hurt animals and more. I really recommend watching this movie because it is very interesting to see.

President Obama's Report Card

"A Barack Obama Report Card as the 2012 Campaign Starts" By Marc Ambinder and  National Journal
18 April 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_exclusive/barack-obama-report-card-as-the-2012-presidential-campaign-starts

They made a report card for President Obama, I thought it was pretty interesting to see. I expected to see more C's or D's only because everywhere I look people are complaining about almost everything he says. They grade about everything, from his campain team to his foreign issues.

Two Longtime Dramas Say Goodbye

"ABC Cancels 2 Longtime Soaps from Daytime Lineup" By David Bauder
14 April 2011
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_tv_daytime_dramas

As a big fan of General Hospital=D [a daytime drama] when  I read the title of the article I was worried it could be mine. But General Hospital will continue to air as usual, instead "One Life to Live" and "All my Children" will be canceled. Even though I don't watch or care for these shows it must really suck for those that do enjoy the soap operah. "All my Children" will go off the air sometime in September and "One Life To Live" will be in January. They will be replacing their air times with some type of food/healthy related shows.

DON'T Drink and Drive

"Drunk Driving Statistics"

http://www.duiattorneyhome.com/DUI/Drunk-Driving-Statistics

Today we saw what a drinking and driving car crash would look like. And to be honost I'm so glad they showed our school, because many people are unaware of what they are doing. My best friend was one of the ones who "died", I had tryed texting her but I found out she had her communication to friends and family taken away.It actually got me and my friends thinking "what if it really was one of us?", it was really hard to take in the fact that someone is dying every 15 minutes due to drinking and driving. During the reanactment I heard some people say they would think before they drank, and I was so glad that some people got the point.I hope people realize that drinking isn't as great as they think it is, and think twice before they drink or get in a car drunk/ or with a drunk driver. Because if you do you could mess up your life or someone else's life, and those that love them as well.

Don't Sit Down!

"The Most Dangerous Thing You'll Do all Day" By Bill Phillips
30 March 2011
http://health.yahoo.net/experts/menshealth/most-dangerous-thing-youll-do-all-day

I learned that the most dangerous thing that anybody could do is SITTING down. It's said that people who sit down for most of their day are more likely to get a heart attack. From people who sit for most of the day, 54% of them will have a heart attack.

Double Life

 "Calif. Mother of 3 Recounts Life as a 'Outlaw'"
7 April 2011
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/42463310/ns/us_news/

Last week on Oprah a woman named Marie Walsh tells her story of when instead she was known as Susan LeFevre. Marie says that she was sent to jail for dealing heroin, but her grandfather had helped her escape, because he didn't believe she belonged in jail. And since then has become a model citizen, got married and had a family; never once forgetting the fact that she could get caught any day. For 32 years she was free, and this story is so amazing to me becuase I never really thought that some people who were in jail could possibly be innocent [in the interview she mentioned someting on this subject] .We never think about the people who really just happened to have drugs on them, and still they are the ones punished. It's really important then to pick your friends wisely, that way you are never in a situation like the one Marie Walsh was in.

Another Earthquake

"Strong Aftershock Rattles Disaster -Weary Japan" By Jay Alabaster and Tomoko A. Hosaka
7 April 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110407/ap_on_re_as/as_japan_earthquake

A big earthquake shook Japan, it was said to be a 7.1. The good thing was that there weren't any reported serious injuries or major damage. The aftershock struck off the eastern coast 40 miles  from Sendai and 70 miles from Fukushima.This was said to be the strongest aftershock since March 11.

Don't Try This at Home

"Weird News" By Lili Ladaga
24 March

http://news.yahoo.com/odd
A man named Darren Taylor broke the "certified shallow diving record". Looking at it, it looked pretty dangerous, he dived in face down, I'm just glad nothing bad happened. I don't really know what made him want to try that in the first place?

Sicko

"Sicko-A Michael Moore Documentary"

http://www.documentary24.com/sicko-a-michael-moore-documentary--197/


http://www.ericdsnider.com/movies/sicko
Today in class my teacher told us that the class was going to watch a documentary /movie called "Sicko". I watched this movie last year and it was hard to hear the stories, there were people who were kicked out of the hospital because they couldn't pay, and there were people who died from a simple sickness just beacause they were denied, and to me that's just really wrong. The documentary is about health coverage [or the lack of it]. A person doesn't deserve to die because they can't pay the bills, a life is way more important than money.

Radioactive Water is Dumped into Ocean

"Tokoya Electric Dumps Radioactive Water into Ocean"By Wendy Brundige and Neal Karlinsky
4 April 2011
http://abcnews.go.com/International/tokyo-electric-dumps-radioactive-water-ocean/story?id=13291176&page=1

Japan has begun to dump radioactive water into the ocean. Experts claim that the radiation will be diluted by the Pacific Ocean so there won't be any threat to humans. But they don't know whether it will be a threat to the marine life. Dumping radioactive water into the ocean was also said to be the last option.

Obama's Rating Hits a New Low

"President Obama's Approval Rating Hits a New Low" By Holley Bailey
30 March 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_theticket/president-obamas-approval-rating-hits-a-new-low

About 48% of people don't approve of the job Obama is doing which is a bad sign for his upcoming re-election campaign for 2012. Another 50% says Obama doesn't deserve to be re-elected. The way he is handling Libya didn't help him. I read some of the comments people left, and I can agree with some points, but there are others who were really harsh. I can see why people aren't happy but I really do believe that Obama is doing his best and instead of criticizing everthing he does, we need to somehow help to come up with solutions instead.

More Radioactive Worry's

"More Radioactive Water Spills at Japan Nuke Plant" By Shino Yuasa
28 March 2011
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110328/ap_on_bi_ge/as_japan_earthquake

New pools of radioactive water is spilling in from Japan's nuclear complex, and it's spreading into soil and seawater. This has caused fears that the nuclear crisis could last for months or even years. It can get into raw milk, and even tap water. People in Japan really need to becareful with what they eat.

Casey is Saved!=D

"Casey Abram Saved by Judges on American Idol" By Jillian Mapes
24 March 2011

http://www.billboard.com/news/casey-abrams-saved-by-judges-on-american-1005091782.story#/news/casey-abrams-saved-by-judges-on-american-1005091782.story

Yesterday was elimination day on American Idol, and Casey Abrams was supposed to sing for his life. The judges stopped him a couple of seconds into his song,and they saved him from elimination. I am so glad they saved Casey, he's my winner and he's so unique, I love it when he sings. I really hope people vote for him because I know I will.

Bully Caught by Surprise

"Teen Wrong to body-slam alleged bully"By
21 March 2011

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2011/03/21/earlyshow/living/parenting/main20045360.shtml

http://www.bullyingstatistics.org/content/bullying-and-suicide.html
Yesterday I saw on the news of a kid bullying another kid,named Casey Heynes. The alleged bully punched  Casey, until finally he decided to defend himself. Casey picked up the other kid and body slammed  him to the concrete floor. It was hard for me to see more than once, the kid who was body-slammed couldn't really stand up after being knocked down. It's been said that Casey could have paralyzed the other boy. I beleive that bullying needs to stop, and I understand Casey has been bullyed, I hate it and I really feel for him but body-slamming a kid was not the correct response.

Attack on Libya

"Obama Taking Heat from all Sides for Libya Action" By Jim O' Sullivan
22 March 2011
http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_exclusive/obama-taking-heat-from-all-sides-for-libya-action

Obama is recieving alot of criticism for the attack on Libya. And he seems to be facing it alone, this is the first war he has started and he's only three days into it. People were surpirsed because he seemed to be a "plausible anti-war candidate". I don't really agree with the attack on Libya but instead of complaining we can try to figure out a solution.

Nuclear Power Plant Scare

"Japan Mounting Humanitarian, Nuclear Crisis After Quake" By Thomas Kelley
15 March 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_newsroom/20110315/wl_yblog_newsroom/japan-mounting-humanitarian-nuclear-crisis-after-quake

On Tuesday there was another nuclear scare for Japan.The nuclear power plant was damaged by fire and explosions. There's also another scare that there is more radiation in the food supply then people thought there would be. Japan is taking so many hits and I just can't wait till everything gets better for them.

Radiation Hits California

"Diplomat Says Minuscule Fallout Reaches Calif."
18 March 2011
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110318/ap_on_re_us/us_west_coast_radiation_monitors

Radiation hit the U.S today around 5 a.m. but we are being told that it's not harmful.They beleive that we are not going to be facing any radiation in high levels because the wind, rain and salt spray will help clean the air over the ocean between Japan and the United States.I'm just glad to hear that we're not in danger because I don't beleive we would be ready.

50 Faceless Hereos [WHIP]

50 Faceless Hereos

Paul Harper.Hereos of Fukushima.16 March 2011.
  world.nzherald.co.nz.16 March 2011

Due to the explosion at Fukushima Daiichi's, a manager ordered an evacuation. But 50 brave men stayed behind to try to fix the power plant. They stayed behind knowing it was dangerous, knowing they would be exposed to the radiation and even then they are still working hard to try and fix it. They are said to be exposed to high doses of radiation, and even though they are wearing protective clothing they will still face some negative effects. I heard in the news that the men that stayed behind were not young men, but old men. They said these men were volunteered for their age becuase they believed they wouldn't die becuase of the harmful effects. Because it takes 10 to 20 years for the effects to kick in they believe they would die before they began to suffer.

Class Discussion -Education

I didn't think that we would have alot to say for this class discussion because I thought we all agreed on the same things. But I was so wrong because people still had alot to say, and it was really interesting to see the different ideas that my classmates had. I wasn't so surprised when people disagreed with my idea of wanting to expand school hours. I expected them to disagree, but some people didn't really seem to mind, which did surprised me. I know I didn't really explain myself and get my point across, but I really do think longer school days would benifit us. We could take our time to learn our lessons instead of just memorizing things. We would be so much more prepared for when we graduate. People think that longer school hours will be a drag and we would get tired of being in school. But along with having a longer school day, we'd find new ways to learn and take the classes we actaully want to take, teachers would have time to help us,even longer lunches, I really believe we would benifit from this. I also believe we need to get rid of Tenure, because the bad teachers are keeping the kids behind. And we are also wasting money with having teachers who don't make a difference. I also believe the "Rubber Room" needs to be gone because the money being used to pay those bad teachers is wasted, and should be used for our edducation[technology, teachers, etc].

50 Hereos

"Japanese Nuclear Plant Workers Emerging as Herioc Figures in Tragedy"  By Brett Micheals Dykes
15 March 2011
http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_thelookout/20110315/ts_yblog_thelookout/japanese-nuclear-plant-workers-emerging-as-heroic-figures-in-tragedy

We all heard about the tragedy that struck Japan. I knew things were bad, but up untill I read this article did I realize that things were extremely horrible.It almost seems like some movie, but this is real. There are 50 unknown workers who stayed behind to try to fix one of the nuclear plants.They are being so selfless that I admire them and really hope they make it back out so that they can be thanked, because they are risking so much for everyone else. I really hope things get better soon.

Celebrity Apprentice

"TV's Hatch Turns Himself in to Start Nine Month Term"
14 March 2011
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110314/ap_on_en_tv/us_people_richard_hatch

One of the best shows in my opionion has got to be The Apprentice; and Celebrity Apprentice is even better. The Cast and Donald Trump never dissapoints. Well one of the new cast members this season is a man named Richard Hatch [who from the beginning I felt I didn't like],who is going to begin his nine month prison sentence. He didn't pay his taxes when he got his award from the show survivor. Should have just paid the taxes from the beginning.......

Celebrity Apprentice(s):http://www.nbc.com/the-apprentice/

Interesting Articles

"Big Ideas for Better Schools"
http://www.edutopia.org/big-ideas

"Obama Proposes Longer School Day, shorter Summer Vacation"
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/09/27/obama-proposes-longer-school-day-shorter-summer-vacation/

"The Ten Fundamental Reasons for Technology in Education"
http://www.mathopenref.com/site/techreasons.html

No more summer vacation?

"Obama Proposes Longer School Day, Shorter Summer Vacation"By
10 March 2011
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2009/09/27/obama-proposes-longer-school-day-shorter-summer-vacation/

Obama wants to have longer school days, which could mean a shorter summer vacation. Longer days in school isnt going to be cheap though. Many other nations have their kids in school longer, and for them it seems to work.

Too young for marriage?

"Teen Marriage" By Sherri and Bob Stritof
09 March 2011

http://marriage.about.com/cs/teenmarriage/a/teenmarriage.htm

Why are so many teens ready to marry right after graduating? Are they doomed for divorce? Or guranteed a happy ending? It all depends on the person in the end, because there are some cases were things work out fine, but in other cases we hear of people being abused. But isn't it better to wait untill you for sure know you will be with that person forever?

New Footage on 9/11

"NYPD Helicopter video of 9/11 attack suffaces"By Liz Goodwin
7 March 2011

http://news.yahoo.com/s/yblog_thelookout/20110307/us_yblog_thelookout/nypd-helicopter-video-of-9-11-attack-surfaces

They have new footage of 9/11, from the view of the helicopter. I have seen many documentrys and footages on 9/11 and for me they are painful to watch.But I believe people need to see this so  that they have a sense of pride for those that are fighting for us.

"Blieber" punches Selena?

"Selena Gomez didn't get punched by a Justing Beiber Fan "by Dahvi Shira
04 March 2011
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20470460,00.html

Supposbly Selena Gomez got punched by a Justin Beiber fan, on the night that she and Justin celebrated his 17th birthday. But no one really knows the truth about why her lip looked swollen, some say a fan got crazy others say she just didn't get punched.What is true though is that fans are threatening Selena, and all because she's going out with Justin Bieber. Now seriously I think these people are crazy, and to the point of threatening someone else is pyschotic and they really need to realize that they will never have Justin, so they really need to get over their jealousy. The sooner they realize that the better.

No Cupcakes?!?!

"Mother Smashes up Cake Shop"
3 March 2011

http://islandgirl2.newsvine.com/_news/2011/03/03/6181923-mother-smashes-up-cake-shop-in-cardiff-when-it-ran-out-of-her-favourite-cupcake-

After a mother finds out that the cake shop has run out of her favorite cupcakes she literally has a fit and trashes place. Not only does she embarass herself and most likely get herself in trouble but she does it in front of her kids. Great role model....

Street Racing: Fun or Dangerous?

"Street Racing" By Joseph Petrocelli
2 March 2011

http://www.policemag.com/Channel/Patrol/Articles/2007/04/Patrol-Response-to.aspx

Many people, enjoy street racing without really thinking about how dangerous it can be. They are only in it for the rush, the competition and so called "fun". They don't even think of the possibility of hurting themselves or others. It's said that 50 times each year people die due to the result of an accident, that's something that can be avoided and so I believe people need to stop.

Cartoons

Franco/ Hathaway

"Franco/Hathaway Pairing Disappoints at Oscars" By Tim Grierson
23 February 2011

http://oscars.movies.yahoo.com/blog/111-franco-hathaway-pairing-disappoints-at-oscars?nc

Yesterday was the 83rd Annual Acaedemy Award Show. I watched the whole show becuase I found out that James Franco<3 was hosting it along with Anne Hathaway.From the begining many said that they don't understand why these two young stars would be the hosts, and so of course they are going to criticize. They say that Franco didn't do so well, and I must admit he didnt do his best but since this was his first time and he was up for his first Nominee ever I really don't blame him for being nervous. And I don't think he did so bad<3=].

Genie

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/story?id=4804490&page=1

"Wild Child Speechless After Tortured Life" Susan Donaldson James
24 February 2011

Today in sociology my teacher told us we would be watching a movie called "Genie the Wild Child", and I don't know exactly what's going to happen, but I looked it up and learned that it's more than just the story of a neglected child. She was basically isolated from society until she was saved when she was about 13 years old. We will learn more in class about how by being isolated can effect someone from fully becomeing into a human, because this girl didn't know anything about acting as a human due to her father's cruel isolation.

Girl Who was Forced to live in a Dog Cage

http://www.huliq.com/10178/oprah-talks-girl-forced-live-dog-cage

"Oprah talks to gir forced to live in dog cage" Anissa Ford
23 Febraury 2011

I was watching one show and on the bottom of the screen it read that on the next Oprah she would be intertviewing a "girl who was forced to live in a dog cage". I missed the actaul interview but I looked up the story and it said that in 1998,Chelsea Rogers was finally saved from her imprisoment in a dog cage, she was only seventeen at the time. Her parents excuse was that their daughter had psychiatric problems. But even if she did, they should have found a better solution, because forceing your own child tp live in a dog cage, is just wrong in so many ways, and not only did they neglect and abuse her, they abused their other kids as well.

Warning Signs

http://www.authorstephenwhite.com/Book_Collection/Warning_Signs/warning_signs.html

"Warning Signs"
22 Febraury 2011

If ever you want to read a good book I reccomend you read the book "Warning Signs" by Stephen White. It was a pretty interesting book and I don't want to give too much away, but all I want to say is that it made me think about the justice system. I know that not everything is perfect but if things that are mentioned in the book; such as the years put in prison. I believe we should  make it an effort to fix it.

Class Discussion-2

I thought Friday's class discussion was pretty interesting, and hearing people's thoughts on the issue gave me a view to both sides of whether or not the mosque should be built near ground zero. But from begining to end of the discussion I beleived that the mosque shouldn't be built near ground zero because there are people who are still suffering from what happened on September 11. There were people who said it wasn't right to judge the muslims just because a few committed terrosim; and I agree but it's not the first time the U.S has been a target. I don't have a problem with the mosque being built anywhere else, I just wouldn't believe it would be something nice to do considering whats near by. There was this analogy I read in an article that I believe goes pretty well with this situation, a man said "Nazi's don't have the right to put up signs near the holocuast". When I sided with the believe that the mosque should not be built near ground zero it was because I was thinking of those that have suffered and the people that are still suffering and not because it's being racist as others in class believe. The mosque can be built there, they have the right, they just want a place to worship their religion peacefully like all other types of religions; but just because something can be done it doesn't really mean it should. And I feel bad becuase there are people out there that seem to want to stop muslims from doing anything, even from doing a frundraiser, and that's were I believe enough is enough. People come to live in the U.S for a better life and I believe they need to be given that chance. But overall the class discussion was great, there were some people that were really into it and I'm glad I actually contributed some of my thoughts.

Valentine's Day Don'ts

"6 Mistakes Men Make on Valentines Day" Piper Weiss
28 January 2011

http://shine.yahoo.com/event/valentinesday/6-mistakes-men-make-on-valentines-day-2446085/

I thought this article was pretty interesting and funny, because it gives guys tips of how to not mess up. I think guys should use this, but not follow EVERYTHING because some girls are different. Overall guys shouldn't really stress out lol.

State of Union Project

1.Differences- there are many different people, ideas, religions etc. but that's what makes us great
2.Debates- are good to have because we can hear great ideas and mainpoints from both sides
3.Dream- dreaming is important in order to think of new ideas, and they could work as motivations
4.Beliefs- these are important in order to remember who you are[values, morals]
5.Together- if the nation works together then we would be even more powerful
6.Laws- are important because they keep people safe and protect our rights
7&8.Democrats and Republicans- I believe they are an important group in our society, but should try and not argue over almost everything
9.Jobs- people need thier jobs in order to take care of themselves and thier families
10. Economy- I believe the economy determines the way the people feel towards the government
11.Succeed-succeeding is important because we need to get things done
12.Children- they are the future so we need to give them the best in order to be the best they can
13.Future- I picked this word because even though it's unpredictable, we can still shape it
14.Change- we need to change our actions in order to get the change we want[also Obama's main idea"change"]
15.Frustrations- what people were mainly feeling due to the economy and governements decisions
16.Education- most important thing to recieve in order to survive in the world
17.Immigration- one of the big issues, and I really hope that one day we can come to a solution were everyone is happy
18.Generation- each generation we should expect to be better than the last
19.Compete- competition is a good thing because it [should] bring the best out of everyone
20.Technology-upgrades are important to our society
21.Steps- whether it's a big step or a small one they're important because that's all we need to accomplish something
22.Creativity- goes wit ideas, and thinking outside the box, important for the U.S[solves problems]
23.Sputnik- I liked how Obama said "this is our Sputnik moment" meaning anything can be done if we only try
24.Protect- I want to know I'm protected whether it's with laws or health care
25.Government- It's important since I see it as the leading group of our nation, the one we look to in time of need
26.Chance-you could miss out if you don't take chances
27.Teachers-important because they eduacate the people; help for our future
28. September 11-shaped and changed the U.S forever; will always remember
29.Challenge- we need to challenge ourselves to do big things
30.Goal-we need to set goals in order to get things done
31.America-greatest place to be in, proud to be here
32.Hope- with plans for the future, hopefully we'll  find solutions to today's problems
33.Love-might sound cheesy but without love or careing everything is lost
34.Hard-Work- will be needed in order to get things done
35.Illusions- people think it's easy to get things done but they don't realize they need to be patient
36.Family- most important to me; unconditional love
37. Ideas- need ideas in order to find solutions or new plans
38.Bound Together- Even with our differences we're all "family" in a way
39.Common-Sense- I believe it's very important when running a nation
40.Health Care- big issue, since many don't know the details
41.Compromise-I believe this is reallly important because I believe we can avoid problems this way
42.The Past- can be used to avoid problems in the future
43.Freedom- Really grateful for, other nations don't have this
44.Justice- very important, people need to be treated fair and respect laws and others
45. Respect- important to respect others and the laws and it will be returned
46. Peace- I  wish there was peace between nations taht way there wouldn't be feaer, war, or hate
47.Time- people don't realize that things take time to fix
48. Believe- I believe in our governement and I beleive people need to as well
49.Choice- our choices effect the government [voting is important]
50. Strong- if we come together, compromise, respect etc. I believe the United States can be a strong nation

True Story

"Aron Ralston- The Real Story", Stephanie Simon
7 Novemeber 2010
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/thedailymirror/2010/11/aron-ralston-the-real-story.html

Could you ever amputate your own arm? What if it saved your life? Aron Ralston faced this question. Aron was a cocky-adventrous- risk-taker-do-things-on-his-own type of guy, and he still is, what he's been through didn't slow him down. His trip to Utah he faced the challenge of whether or not to amputate his arm due to it being wedged between a boulder and a rock wall. The mistake he made was telling no one of were he was going and he had very few supplies, but he still somehow made it through five days. Aron's amazing story is told in the movie 127 Hours. [James Franco<3  plays Aron]



Link To Trailer: http://www.imdb.com/video/imdb/vi768149785/

That's Real Love

http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20461214,00.html

"American Idol Contestant Chris Medina Shares Heartbreaking Story," Aaron Parsley
27 January 2011

There are a few if any ,guys like Chris Medina[26].He auditioned on American Idol with the song "Breakeven", and not only was his voice great but his story showed that he was an even greater person. Chris Medina was supposed to marry Juliana Ramos but two months before the wedding, tradgedy struck. Juliana was in a car accident that left her brain damaged, which has postoned the wedding. The beautiful part is that Chris is still with her, taking care of her. This story stuck to me because others would have left someone in that position but Chris didn't, and that to me was a sign of true love. And I really wish Chris and Juliana the best!

Early Spring

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110202/ap_on_re_us/us_groundhog_day

"Punxsutawney Phil Predicts an Early Spring" Lee Powell
2 February 2011

Today was the 125th year of groundhog day. And predicted an early spring this year. This groundhog is very famous in Pennsylvania, this groundhog has been doing this since 1887.

PACKERS or Steelers?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/591225-super-bowl-2011-packers-vs-steelers-who-will-win-and-how-theyll-win-it

"Super Bowl 2011: Packers vs. Steelers, Who Will Win and How They'll Win It," Tom Edrington
January 31,2011

People are saying that waiting for the big game has been "dull",since there hasn't been any controversy or calling other players out. Many also beleive that the Steelers will win only because they've, "been there done that". This article talks about why one team might have the edge on certain things over the other. Well just have to see what happens on Sunday....and I REALLY hope the Packers win this year, I'd rather not have the Steelers win. So good luck to the Packers!!

Mother Kills Her Own Kids

http://www.allvoices.com/contributed-news/8032090-army-wife-shot-and-killed-kids-for-mouthing-off

"Army Wife Shot and Killed Kids for 'Mouthing Off' ' ," Veronica Roberts
January 28, 2011

On January 29, 2011 a mother from Florida, shot and killed both her children, for what she called "being mouthy". Julia Powers Schenecker admits to have shot both her daughter and her son. Her husband was away at the MacDill Air Force at the time. I really can not believe that a mother would shoot her own children, how can you live with yourself knowing you killed your own flesh and blood? This is a really sad story and my heart goes out to Parker Schenecker, the father of these children.

First Class Discussion on Health Care

The first class discussion was pretty interesting in my opinion. It was interesting in the way that I was able to see what people thought and said. My only regret was that I didn't speak up as much as I should have, because with some of things my classmates said I really didn't agree on. Like with the fact that they wouldn't want to copy other nations Health Care because we should only focus on ourselves. I really don't agree with that only because of the fact that we see how well focusing on only on our own Health Reform has worked out for us[it hasnt]. I say we look at other nations and look at the way they work and copy there best ideas and try to work them into out own system. I'm not saying we copy EVERYTHING just the good things. And when people brought up the immigration issue, I really didn't agree because they're saying that just because they are illegal they shouldn't get the help they need and let them die. People from all over the world come to the United States  to live a better life, and better opportunites and that includes Health Care. People shouldn't suffer just because of the fact that they're illegal. I understand that some of them aren't helping to pay for the bills and so on but I believe the health of a person is way more important. But overall some people had some good thoughts, I'll make sure to speak up more next time.

Interesting Fact on Coca- Cola

 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/contactus/myths_rumors/packaging_cleaner.html
"Product and Packaging Rumors," The Coca- Cola Company

I've heard rumors that Coca- Cola could be used as a toilet cleaner. I thought that was gross and sounded like it was somethng unhealthy to drink so I searched for an answer.The Coca-Cola Company claims that the  rumors such as these are in fact just rumors.

"How to Use Coca- Cola to Remove Toilet Stains," Hal Bartle
May 7, 2010
http://www.ehow.com/how_6369614_use-cola-remove-toilet-stains.html

But then this website gives instructions on how to use it as a toilet cleaner....so who's lying? And who's telling the truth?

Cartoon

 I know people who don't care or bother to vote and they don't even realize how much their opinion matters or how important it is.And this cartoon shows just how most people don't really care about what goes on around the world.[I really can't wait until that day comes were I'll be allowed to vote.]

Hopefully People Will Stop Smoking

http://winnipeg.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20101230/new-cigarette-warning-labels-101230/20101230?hub=WinnipegHome

"Family Hopes Deathbed Image Cause Smokers to Quit," CTV News Staff
December 30, 2010

A family who has been affected by lung cancer has decided to share a sad but eye-opening picture of someone who knows how it feels to suffer from smoking. They hope that this picture will be seen and help people see the consequences of smoking and hurting your body. I hope people realize that putting something toxic into their body's isnt glamorous but instead it's something that is shortening your life.

Suspect Pleads Not Guilty

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_congresswoman_shot

"Suspect Pleads Not Guilty in Deadly Arizona Shooting," Jacques Billeaud
January 24, 2011

This article is about Jared Lee Loughner pleading not guilty of the Arizona shooting. It also says that they are defending him by saying he is mentally disturbed at the time. If the judge finds him guilty he might be on a death penatly/ go to prison, and if he believes he really was mentally disturbed they might only send him to a mental health facility.We'll just have to see what happens on March 9 at the hearing.

The Dream Act

http://www.umassmedia.com/news/what-is-the-dream-act-1.1904403

"What is the Dream Act" ,College Media Network
October 19, 2010

I never really knew anything about the Dream Act untill I heard it in class. And it caught my attention when I read about it in one of the students' responses. So I looked it up and this article said all the republicans voted against it. Pretty interesting....

Decoded

Brad Meltzer's Decoded

http://www.history.com/shows/brad-meltzers-decoded/videos/playlists/exclusive-video#jeffersons-secret-codes

There's this show on the History chanel called "Decoded" and it's a pretty cool show. It digs deep into mysterys,events in history....basically anything that is interesting ; like the Statue of Liberty or even "the end of the world". I've watched a few of the shows and they aren't one bit boreing. So if you guys are ever in need of something to do....check it out!

Jets for Superbowl! Hopefully....

http://www.ninersnation.com/2011/1/16/1939053/nfl-playoff-schedule-conference-championships-jets-vs-steelers


TRUE Raider fan.....but the Jets caught my attention so I'm going for them!Many people are saying the Jets will lose, but im still hopeing they'll make it to the Superbowl. Next game is on....Sunday January 23 at 6:30p.m....cross your fingers....

Shooting in Gardena High School, Daily Post. January 18, 2011

http://dailypostal.com/2011/01/18/gardena-high-school-shooting/

I just found out about the shooting at Gardena High School this morning.I was so surprised to find out that the shooting was by accident.I can't even imagine  how scared the students, school and parents must feel.