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.