Grateful Blog

       In my life, I learned to be grateful for the things I have everyday, not for just a special holiday coming up, Thanksgiving. Gratefulness is more than just saying “ thank you” to my mom for buying me new clothes, or saying “thank you” to my dad for getting me Chipotle, gratefulness is more than that. In my opinion, people worry too much on materialized things but don’t enter the reality. Having family with you on Thanksgiving is more than enough, you could not ask for more. Family is a bond that is unbreakable because they stand by your side, support you, and love you no matter what. I am thankful for my family because without my family, I wouldn’t be the person I am today. They shape me into the person I am everyday. When I make mistakes, my parents and my brother are there to lecture me because they have been in my shoes. It helps because I can look up to them and say “that is my family” who have helped me in the bumps in my life. However, my mistakes do not define who I am, but they shape me. As discussed above, my family is the greatest blessing I have ever received.

     Other than my family, my friends are also an important part of my life. I want to start talking about my best friend, Vivi. "Vivi ", short for Viviana. Vivi has been there when I feel sad or not myself. She has helped me through bad times, conquer the bad things I go through. She, herself, has been through difficult times but I could have not met anyone stronger than her. She shows me everyday her strength. In the world, there are nine planets, seven continents, 195 countries, and 50 states, yet I still had the fortunate privilege to meet her. It's hard to imagine my life without Vivi in it. She is also the most funniest person as well, I can laugh at the smallest things she does because she is crazy in a good way. Vivi and I are best friends because we are crazy together. Whenever we are together, we make everyone laugh. I consider her a sister. I'm also thankful for my best friends, Annalie, Hazelle, Jessica, Claudia, and Laura. I consider all of these girls sisters because I can turn to them at 1:00 a.m, and they'll be there to answer my text or call. Thank you to them.

      Finally, I am thankful for receiving education and thankful I have teachers to teach me. Many kids all around the world do not have the opportunity to receive education, it is extremely crucial for me to be grateful I have education because in the future, this will help me with many things. My teachers are there to support me as always, they make sure to check in with me if they are concerned with my grades, there to compliment me with the hard work I put in classes, and they sacrifice their time to teach me ,although it's required to. Teachers deserve the most appreciation everyday because they wake up very early, ready for another day at school. I am very grateful for Mrs. Larson because she has taught me so much in the year. She is a charismatic and fun teacher to spend time with. I have my exploratory class in the morning, and go to her Language Arts class, second. I will become a successful student because of Mrs. Larson and my many other teachers in Heritage Middle School. I will be proud to say at the end of the year, I am a 2017 graduate of Heritage Middle School. My teachers are crucial on my work because they help me to do even better in high school. So no furthermore, thank you.

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Impressions Blog

           Today, during the gallery walk, I learned many things happening around the world. One thing, I learned from the gallery walk, from the article " Sixty years of progression wiped clean," contends one American Muslim" was that one girl named, Hiba Nasser, is afraid to go to school because of the comments Donald Trump has said about Muslims. Muslims are not terrorists, but these stereotypes have developed for years because people assume or think right away that Muslims are terrorists, but are wrong. People need to become more mature and tolerant towards people's cultures. I learned that people should accept the diverse world we live in and learn to communicate with the beauty of differences instead of using the bitterness in their hearts.

    Another thing I learned during the gallery walk is that students in Ohio are collaborating to decrease bullying. Kids in schools share their stories with everyone about what has happened to them. By sharing their stories, they have a chance to speak up behind all the embarrassing, tormenting, things they have experienced that no one knows. Bullying is never okay, but all around the world, kids choose to bully. This can lead to many kids committing suicide, so it is crucial for students to speak up and use their voice when something is not right either in or out of school. In order to accomplish this, we must learn to teach children at a young age to speak up because the girl or boy sitting right next to you can look like a normal kid , but behind that, there is a terrible story within them.

 
   

Election Reflection

The presidential election is finally over. Republican, Donald Trump, claimed victory of becoming the next U.S President of the United States on Tuesday, November 8th. However, Hillary Clinton was accused of receiving “ as many as 650,000 messages", Hillary was able to win the popular vote. Donald Trump won the electoral votes. My thoughts on this election in general was me being incredibly shocked. I did not expect Donald Trump to be the next president, Hillary Clinton may be a woman, but has, in my opinion, far more experience than Donald Trump. Donald Trump was recognized of being a millionaire, he is a representation of someone who is conceited with how much money he has and not focused on the real life situations , citizens across America are facing currently. Donald Trump does not want Syrian refugees to enter the country, he wants to build a wall and make Mexico pay for it, and deport undocumented citizens. Congress is mostly made up of Republicans therefore, Donald Trump and Congress will compromise with ease.

A president can serve two terms (eight years) if reelected, the next election will be in four years, I am very excited to vote. I would be very excited because I feel that your vote can impact the world and make a difference. The Electoral College decides who the president will be but they rely on us to help them decide, so it is crucial for me to vote. I also have a voice and the world should be able to know by me voting. I grew up in a family that has always been Democrat and I believe that we should have a Democratic president respecting other people's culture unlike, Donald Trump who judges consistently throughout the world. My vote is important because back in history, without voting, their would be no women rights, no minimum wage, no medicare, etc. My vote would be important to the world because it is the president, the person who is the leader of America. If I want to have a bright future, my voice counts along the way.

Issues and problems are discussed everywhere, but I think in this election, the most important and interesting in relation to the election must be; economy, immigration, and climate change Many undocumented citizens (mostly Mexicans) are getting afraid of getting deported back to their countries while having family here in the United States. Moving onto economy; some people are receiving low wages but work for long hours, which is unfair. The minimum wage is an example of the economy affecting many people. Next, climate change, the world is getting "hotter ", the sake of the population is in the president's hands now. What will he do to keep us, citizens, safe? How will climate change affect our world in the future? These questions can extend, but we all, Democrats or Republicans need to join forces to become a whole. Whether disagreeing or agreeing, our job is to represent a country with pride. Now our new upcoming president, will hopefully guide to " Make America Great Again!".