My extended Journal Topic (12/10/07)

12/10/07- Have you ever experienced major appliance failure in your home? What happened?

Wow! That is quite the question, and I have an answer that sort of has to do with the title. You see, my dear mother went to make tea, and ummm she left to do the laundry. When she came back, the kitchen was filled with smoke. She yelled frantically, " GET OUT OF THE HOUSE !!!!!! IT'S ON FIRE!!!!!!!!!!!" Kendall and I immediately ran outside, and, to make it worse, we cried because we thought our pets were going to die and we would lose our stuff. (We never really saw the real fire). Finally, Mom said we could go back in the house, thank God! Dad and Mom immediately investigated the scene of the crime to find that she turned on the wrong burner, and that very burner had its cover on too! All that over a little thing of tea! No wonder we dumped it during the Revolutionary War. Our ancestors were trying to protect us from incidents like this!

My Book Synopsis for...
Eclipse

Title: Eclipse

Author: Stephenie Meyer

Publication date: March 2007

Page count: 640

Type: Fiction

Started on:? (sorry)

Finished on:? (sorry)

My grade: A++++++++

1. Why did I decide to read this book?

I decided to read this book because I felt like it! Okay, I really wanted to read the next book in the trilogy because it sounded very interesting to me. I loved the two other books so much, and I couldn't wait to see what would happen next. Also, my friends really liked this book, and it gave us something to talk about. I would always talk about what happened with the others with my friends in almost every conversation. I also knew that if it was anything like the other books, it would have a lot of humorous events/ phrases in it.

2. Plot summary (avoiding major spoilers when possible):

This story is a continuation of the last book. Edward still wants Bella to marry him, but she still has feelings for Jacob. She's in love with both of them! Victoria is still on the loose, and, to top it all off, she has created an army of new (extremely dangerous) vampires. Bella still isn't a vampire, but the time is near for her to become one. However, fear not, she still falls down as usual, but she doesn't hurt herself too badly. If she isn't one on time, The Volturi will not be happy with her.Bella also prepares for her graduation, and Alice has a special surprise for her.The vampires and the werewolves get together again to find and fight Victoria.

3. What is the setting, and why is it important to the novel?

The settings are Forks, La Push and Seattle, Washington. These settings are important because, once again, they are dark, and shady. Dark and shady are perfect settings to help protect the vampires from being exposed. The forests provide them with animals to hunt (so they don't hunt the people). They also provide them with perfect areas to secretly fight evil vampires (such as Victoria and her new clan). Forks includes Bella's: house, friends' houses, school, boyfriend's house, etc. Seattle includes: the massacres caused by the evil vampires, a mall, etc. La Push includes: the werewolves home place, Jacob and his house, the beach, Bella's hideout, etc.

4. Who are the main characters, and what roles do they play in the novel?

The main characters in this novel are: Bella, Edward Cullen, The Cullen Family, Charlie, Renae, Phil, Jacob Black and his father, Angela and her boyfriend Ben, Jessica, Mike Newton, Victoria, and the werewolves in La Push (Jacob's buddies). Bella plays the main character who is struggling to be with her love but is held back by complications ( the fact she's a danger magnet, she's supposed to be turned into a vampire, an evil vampire is after her, graduation, and marriage). Edward Cullen plays Bella's boyfriend(not to mention a member of the family that's suppose to turn her into a vampire), and his family are Bella's friends (they also help protect her). Jacob plays the role of the "other lover" and friend (have to read the book for more details), and his werewolf buddies and dad also play the role of Bella's friends and protectors. Charlie plays the role of Bella's dad, and Renae and Phil are her mother and stepfather. They help guide Bella and play a role in her life as her beloved family. Angela and Ben (her boyfriend), Jessica, and Mike play the role of Bella's friends, and they provide her with wonderful memories and true friendship. Victoria is an evil vampire who seeks revenge because James her "lover" was destroyed when he attempted to kill Bella by Edward. She's angry and wants to kill Bella because she lost her beloved James.

5. What is/are the main conflict(s) in the novel?

There are many conflicts in this novel out of the trilogy. The first is Bella becoming a vampire on time, and, of course, graduation as well is a problem. Then there is the proposal to be wed with Edward that needs to be talked over and planned. Victoria and her clan are trying to kill Bella. Jacob is fighting his hardest to win Bella before it's too late. The Cullens and the werewolves are trying destroy Victoria and her clan. Bella has to explain to Jacob that she has chosen to be with Edward instead, but she still wants to be true friends.

6. Describe the climax of the novel.

The climax is when the werewolves and the Cullens engage in battle against Victoria and her clan of new vampires. The Cullens and the werewolves from La Push fight together destroying Victoria's clan, and they are all destroyed but two. Victoria is in battle with Seth Clearwater and Edward. Edward, of course, destroys her, and Seth helps destroy her second "true love". In the end of the battle, one new vampire is spared because she chose to surrender, but she is tortured by Bella's presence because she has that "tasty scent". It's like a little kid going into a bakery shop with all those delicious scents. Unfortunately, when some members from the Volturi arrive, they explain that she disobeyed the rules, and even though she was willing to repent, they had to destroy her because it was law. So Edward shielded Bella from seeing this gruesome image. Somehow, during the battle, Jacob is terribly injured, but since he's a werewolf, he doesn't get injured too badly. You see, werewolves have special healing powers. For example, earlier in the book, he accidentally cuts himself with a knife, and blood gets just about everywhere. Ugh. However, once Bella finds something to treat him with, it's too late because it healed automatically. Anyways, she has to explain to Edward that she definitely loves him and chooses to be with him, but she has to explain to Jacob that she can't love him like she used to, but they can still be friends.

7. What is the significance of the book's title? Is the title appropriate, or would I change it to something else?

The significance of the title is it fits in perfectly with the whole story. No, I wouldn't change it at all because it's creative. It fits in perfectly with all the other titles in the trilogy, and this title specifically goes perfectly with the story. One of the definitions of the word eclipse is "to make less outstanding or important by comparison; surpass," and it somewhat applies to Jacob Black because in comparison with Edward Cullen, he is less important. Also, since this story ans to do with Jacob just as much as Edward, it falls into place even more. The other two titles have to do with the sky too like Twilight, and New MOON; so Eclipse just kind of fits in to the whole title thing.

8. What is my opinion about this book? Why (give specifics)?

I believe the book is completely amazing, and I love everything about it. It is suspenseful, funny, romantic, etc. It just has the perfect combination of emotions just like the other books in this specific trilogy. For example, Bella was arguing saying that she could live in Antarctica and hunt penguins for all she cared as long as they were together. His response was, " Penguins... lovely." There was also another time when Bella went to Edward's with a broken hand, and they asked her if she fell. She told them that she broke it by punching a werewolf (because he kissed her). Awww? It's romantic because the love story between Edward and Bella and Bella and Jacob is just lovely. It's suspenseful because of the fighting between, the Victoria and her clan of vampires and the werewolves and the Cullens.

My Journal Topics 12/10-14/07

12/10/07- Have you ever experienced major appliance failure in your home? What happened?


Wow! That is quite the question, and I have an answer that sort of has to do with the title. You see, my dear mother went to make tea, and ummm she left to do the laundry. When she came back, well, it wasn't pretty. - The End.


12/11/07- Rudolph Died. (bulb burned out) Name his replacement.

Okay, here's the deal. Rudolph didn't die, and he can't die either. He is forever (just like Santa Clause.) In a Christmas episode, Rudolph's bulb stopped burning because he lied a lot (during that time). Anyways apparently Lady Auroraborialis gave him her power to defeat some evil guy, but yeah, that's the story pretty much. Anyways, he tells the truth, defeats the evil character, and then he receives his power back again.

12/12/07- Favorite holiday cookie.

I don't have a favorite. I don't know why, but I know that I don't. Weird, huh? Oh well, sides forget the cookies, what about the presents?

12/14/07- What would you name a female calico kitten?

It's funny that you mention that because last September, I got a female calico kitten, but she was a stray. Right when I saw her, I was immediately reminded of Sassy from Homeward Bound. So, that is what I named her, but she isn't like the real Sassy in two ways. One, when we had our dog Tandem, she didn't fight with him like Chance and Sassy (but Tandem doesn't look like Chance). Two, she doesn't like shrimp. She refused just like the Sassy in the movie did, but she didn't eat it afterwards. I guess it isn't her favorite after all!

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11/26/07- Any adventures of the break?

I don't believe I had any real adventures this year, but I still had fun. Actually, I don't believe that this is a true adventure, but I did go shopping on Black Friday for the first time- ever! My Aunt Julie and Grandma took me, and I was very surprised to see all the packages people carried out with them! THEY HAD THEIR BUGGIES OVERFLOWING WITH TOYS!!!!!!!! People would push you out of their way(when they were actually in your way!) I guess when people are busy buying junk that's cheaper after Christmas, they just don't realize how ridiculous they are. I'm not saying that they shouldn't buy Christmas gifts, but if they are shopping for clothes for themselves, then it's foolish. The clothes run even cheaper the weekend after Christmas!

Journal Topics 11/26- 12/07/07


11/26/07- Any adventures over break?



I don't believe I had any real adventures this year, but I still had fun. Actually, I don't believe that this is a true adventure, but I did go shopping on Black Friday for the first time- ever! My Aunt Julie and Grandma took me, and I was very surprised to see all the packages people carried out with them! THEY HAD THEIR BUGGIES OVERFLOWING WITH TOYS!!!!!!!!



11/ 27/07 -Is our society too sensitive? Santa can't say "Ho - Ho - Ho" anymore!!!



Yes, people need to wake up because it's really getting ridiculous! If the Santa says, "Ha Ha Ha!", won't that sound as if he was laughing at them? If it does offend some people then wouldn't they really be the name they think he's calling them?

11/28/ 07- Should Lit taught in high school be censored?

I don't really know because I am neutral in this case. You don't mind either way, and I don't really care what anybody thinks about my beliefs. That's how I feel about it and I'm sticking to it.

11/29/07 -How early is too early for Christmas decorations?

There is no early for putting up Christmas decorations. If you really have the Christmas spirit, you can put 'em up whenever you like. Besides, what about the lyrics to a Gretchen Wilson song "and I keep my Christmas lights on on my front porch all year long...". Yeah, enough said.


11/30/07 -Christmas tree-topper: star, angel, or other?

Well, we stick to our star because that's what we've always done. It represents the star of Bethlehem just like any other, but i still really like it. On the other hand, my grandma has a bow on top of hers. It's cute, but I still prefer the star.

12/3/07- Pity the WVU fans, or revel in their misery?

Pity the WVU fans? I am one, and I always WILL be one. Yes, the game wasn't good, but we can't read the players' minds. THEY WERE PRESSURED PROBABLY. Doesn't every team go through at least one bad game?

12/07/07- Do you prefer a white Christmas . . . or would you rather experience warm winter weather?

I'm dreaming of a white Christmas. I love the snow as long as there's heat indoors. Honestly, those warm sunny Christmas's just aren't right. Besides, it wouldn't be like in the movies if it wasn't cold and full of snow.

New Moon

Book Synopsis

Title: New Moon

Author: Stephanie Meyer

Publication date: 09/01/2006

Page count: 563

Type: Fiction

Started on: NA (can't remember sorry)

Finished on: (can't remember sorry again)

My grade: A++++

1. Why did I decide to read this book?

I decided to read this book because I wanted to continue reading the Twilight series, and this is the second book. Also, I had to know what goes on because you could tell that the end of the first book was really only the beginning. I can't really tell other reasons why I wanted to read this or else I might spoil some surprises. I don't think anybody would want that to happen!

2. Plot summary (avoiding major spoilers when possible).

In the beginning everything is going great between Edward and Bella until she has another accident. At her birthday party at the Cullen's she accidentally cuts herself and bleeds. It made Jasper go a little crazy, and he almost attacked her. Yipes. Edward tells her he doesn't love her anymore, and he leaves her saying, "It will be as if I never existed." She becomes overly depressed, but suddenly within a few months her friend Jacob Black hangs out with her over and over. Later, she finds out that he is a werewolf! One problem though... Victoria! She's still after poor Bella, but, fear not, the werewolves are out there protecting her. Just when her and Jacob are about to get together, she is interrupted by an unexpected guest- ALICE CULLEN (Edward's sister)!! Earlier Bella decided to do an extreme thing (jump off a cliff into the ocean.) Edward finds out and thinks that she committed suicide so he goes and tries to disturb the Volturi in Italy. Vampires who disturb these head vampires normally end up perishing!

3. What is the setting, and why is it important to the novel?

The setting is in Forks and La Push. They are important because they are perfect places for vampires and now werewolves to live. The werewolves live in La Push because it's practically in the woods, and since they are very tall, they need someway to hide themselves. Forks has a perfect house for the vampires to live in, and they live near a forest so they can gain access to hunt animals easily instead of humans. Also, there is a border line between Forks and La Push, and it is important because it keeps the vampires and werewolves out of trouble with one another.

4. Who are the main characters, and what roles do they play in the novel?

The main characters are the Cullen Family, Jacob Black and his father, Charlie (Bella's dad), Jessica (Bella's "friend"), Angela and her boyfriend Ben (Bella's good friends), Bella Swan (main character), Renae and Phil (Bella's mom and step dad), and Mike Newton (Bella's other friend.) Her friends roles are just to hang out and be teenagers with, but Bella spends extra, if not, most of her time with Jacob Black. The Cullen Family are practically Bella's family, and they also are the family of her wonderful boyfriend Edward. Her parents and step dad play the roles of any family members (to guide their child in the right direction and be there for her). Bella's role is the main character who is trying to cope with the fact that her and her ex boyfriend(??) are really over, but along the way she finds her friend Jacob who helps her get through it.

5. What is/are the main conflict(s) in the novel?

The main conflicts are between Bella and her ex boyfriend Edward because she has a rough time getting over him and even goes into a slight depression. Her other conflict is her safety which she constantly puts at risk with the Cullen's, but they aren't violent- just dangerous. She also has a conflict with Victoria, a vampire who hasn't gotten over her mate being destroyed to protect Bella. This vampire keeps trying to kill Bella. There is also the occasional conflicts with Bella and her dad because, just like any family, they have their arguments every now and then. In most cases, they don't always "see eye to eye!"

6. Describe the climax of the novel.

The climax of this story would be right when Bella is with Jacob having a lovely time, and an unexpected visitor comes along, Alice Cullen. She tells Bella how he thought that she killed herself so now he's off to provoke the Volturi in Italy. The Volturi are like the main vampires, and they destroy those who try to mess with them. None of them can even get in touch with Edward. So now they have to sneak off to Italy to save him before it's too late. Only when they get there, they only have an extremely short amount of time to go and get him.

7. What is the significance of the book's title? Is the title appropriate, or would I change it to something else?

I believe that the significance of the book title is to show the new relationships in the book. Like Jacob and Bella, them hanging out a lot is new and he's a werewolf. Most people believe that werewolves come out when it's a full moon (New Moon). There was change in the story so why not let the title show it? I believe that the title is perfect the way it is, and I would not change it to anything else. Trust me, the reader has to fully read the book to understand that the title just works!

8. What is my opinion about this book? Why (give specifics)?

I thought this book was just absolutely wonderful because there was so much drama, and nobody could tell what would happen next. No one would have predicted Edward leaving near the beginning of the book. In the first book Bella just fake flirts with Jacob Black, but this time she seems as if she's almost falling for him, or at least she's obsessed with spending time with him. In the book, after he leads her out of depression, they spend time at his house just about everyday. Just when you think that the Cullens are really gone, Alice Cullen comes back! It's so unpredictable because of all of these events!

Extended Journal (11/09/07)


11/09/07- Is it fair to all clubs/organizations that the bulk of KHS fundraising goes toward the sports complex?


No, it's not fair. Those sports can raise the money themselves. Look at the band. We barely even have a field, and it's shared by soccer and sometimes freshman football. Too many people fall because of the poor condition, and it might be transformed into a parking lot. So why should we help? The clubs and organizations deserve the money. It's not the clubs' responsibility to raise the money for them!

Journal Topics 11/6-16/07


11/5/07- You won the lottery. What do you buy first?


Hmm. I would probably go for a wardrobe change. Of course, that would mean buying cute outfits that would look adorable, but I'd get myself a new red ford truck too.


11/6/07- Lottery winner... which of your friends/ family get a chunk?


I might give some to my friends, and most definately my family. I'd want to give my one aunt her own house with an awesome car because she deserves it! I would probably use most of it to get my own house somewhere in the mountains.


Lottery winner... will you still go to school/ get a job?


It depends on how much money I receive. Just kidding! Of course I'll continue my education! I probably will still go, but if I get a lot of money I will go to a different college. Maybe one in New York.


11/08/07- Lottery winner... would you donate it to charity? which one/ what kind?


I wouldn't donate the money because people can take the money and spend it on unnecessary items that don't even help the needy. Instead, I would buy the needed items with my money, and then donate them making sure that those in need have what I have given them. I would donate to as many needy charities as possible.


11/09/07- Is it fair to all clubs/organizations that the bulk of KHS fundraising goes toward the sports complex?


No, it's not fair. Those sports can raise the money themselves. Look at the band. We barely even have a field, and it's shared by soccer and sometimes freshman football. Too many people fall because of the poor condition, and it might be transformed into a parking lot.


11/13/07- Are the current speed limits reasonable? OR should some be raised/lowered?


No, they are not reasonable at all. The speed limit for going to and from the high school should be at least twenty- five miles per hour. It's too slow especially for entering.


11/14/07- What's on the top of your Christmas list?


I don't have anything that I really want for Christmas. It's not as amusing for a teenager as it was when I was a kid. You could look through magazines and find a dump truck load of toys you wanted, and receive a whole bunch too, but now it's like what do I want. I mean there's not much to really choose from.


11/15/07- Have you been "naughty" or "nice"?


I have been nice overall, but I have gotten angry a few times. However, school can provide you with aggravating issues too often if you know what I mean. I'm not perfect, but I don't try to be because I know I can't. I try to be nice but I find that I fail at it a good bit sometimes more than I wish, but other times it feels good to just scream into a pillow and let it all out.


11/16/07- What's the most essential menu item in a Thanksgiving Dinner?


I don't really have a most essential item. It's too hard to pick from? I can't pick from all those food items.

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11/01/07- Are you too old to trick or treat?


At one point in our lives, we will be too old, but we're okay right now. Well, at least I think that we are. I actually tried to help take my younger sister and be one of the responsible adults. One of our neighbors threw a reese cup at me and said,"Here you go fairy grandmother!!!!!!" Ohh, it made me aggrivated. Not only was he making fun of my costume, but before he did, the whole Potomac State Baseball team laughed at me. Oh well, at least I wasn't the one running laps, right? If only it could be that simple, but that's life.

Journal Topics 10/29/07-11/02/07

10/29/07- Which CW character is your favorite? Explain.


My favorite character in this book would have to be, but of course, Jerry because he's not afraid to stand up for what he believes is right. He stood up for himself when even when things got rough. Most importantly, Jerry wasn't afraid to say,"No", and that's one thing we all need to learn to say in life.



10/30/07-If you could go back and change one event in your past, which one could it be and why?



I have a lot of things that I wish I could change, but, sadly, they can't be. Thank God there is one event that I could. As a lot of people know, when I was only two years old, my Uncle Kenny was murdered. If I could, I would go back in time and save him somehow. Even if it would send me to Heaven because I wish I knew him better that much!



10/31/07- Promote a teacher to new principal (NOT ME) (explain your choice... be respectful of both teacher and current principal)

I would promote Mrs. Wimer or Mrs. Woy to be the new principal because they are both just awesome. They both would be perfect for the job regardless of anybodies opinions. Don't get me wrong though, Mr. Wimer seems pretty cool (I'm not trying to suck up or anything.)

11/01/07- Are you too old trick or treat?

If we are too old for trick or treating than what is the world coming to? Can't an innocent teenager redeem the satisfaction of receiving goods from kind neighbors. They are so sweet and thoughtful. Of course we should have that privilege, or we should at least go out dressed up in costumes to support the cause.

11/02/07- What's your dream vehicle? Explain.

I believe that everybody knows the answer to this simple question, but I will answer it again just for you, Mr Clark, because I'm just a "suck-up overachiever"! (Just kidding.) The vehicle that I have dreamed of owning since I was a little girl was my grandad's red '92 red Ford pickup truck. OH YEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH!!! Too bad if it's a hunting vehicle. The leftover deer blood can go somewhere else! I have wanted that truck for too long. How many people do you know that would be grateful for it?

My Book Synopsis is for Twilight, and it's under older posts.

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10/23/07- Which of these decades had the best music?

The '80s and the '90s because I grew up listening to both. I really like both a lot too. I mean seriously who could ever forget the fierce competition between Nsync and The Backstreet Boys????? Who could forget the song "Love is a battlefield," or "Total Eclipse of the Heart" ? Well, there are a FEW exceptions to the '70s. The song "Stayin' Alive" is a perfect example, but they didn't play that on the radio, did they Mr. Clark????

10/24/07- Do you like to hunt? Why/ Why not?

I WANT TO HUNT!!!!!!!!!!!!! Only, I have to learn first. I hope I can hunt turkeys. Since my dad doesn't have a son to hunt with, who else but his oldest daughter? DON'T even THINK about suggesting youngest either!

You see, he should take me because if Kendall had a gun, she'd miss on purpose just to scare the prey and laugh!!! Okay, so what if I'd laugh too????

Journal Topics

10/22-27/07

10/22/07- What's better ----> an easy class with loads of homework or a hard class with very little work? Explain.

Most people would say the easy class because the lots of work would be (but of course) easy to do, and you'd get it done quickly. I disagree with this. Yes, I mean it will be easy for you to do, but there's more to it than that. I would rather take the harder class because how will I know my full potential if I take the easy way out?

10/23/07- Which of these decades had the best music?

The '80s and the '90s because I grew up listening to both. I really like both a lot too. I mean seriously who could foget the fierce competition between Nsync and The Backstreet Boys??

10/24/07- Do you like to hunt? Why/ Why not?

I want to learn how to hunt, but my parents haven't taught me yet. So far, I fish, and the others just "can't keep their eyes off me" because I catch Everything except the fish. Once, I caught a tree on the other side of the creek at New Creek. Another time, my line got caught under a rock, and I thought I caught a fish. Talk about EMMMMMMMMMMBARASING!!!! Even though I can't catch anything, I still have fun! The fish still bite and steal my gum! Evil fish!

10/25/07- Nearly nine weeks into the school year... has your initial new lunchtime opinion changed?

No. It's fine for me. I don't have a problem with it. Hmmmmm.... Or do I????????? ... It's a mystery... Actually, it's okay, but could it be longer? Hey! You can't blame a girl for trying. These next two sentences are way off topic. EXACTLY 2 MONTHS UNTIL CHRISTMAS, AND 8 months 'til my sweet sixteen! EEEEEKKKKK!!!!!

10/26/07- Do you (or will you someday) play the lottery? Explain.

Are you kidding? Of course I'm going to waste my money! Duh! Cause, yah know, I'm only gonna be a teacher. So I'll like have plenty of money! Just kidding. Too much sarcasm, huh? You gotta admit though it was kinda funny! Maybe a little... Okay barely... sheeesh... are ya happy now?

Extended Journal #2 - 10/19- Great job lousy pay...Lousy job great pay? Which one? Explain.


Considering the fact that our society has become much worse, by the time I reach the real world, It will most likely become a little/lot worse. I would rather pick a great job with lousy pay. When I am an employee, I would like to be treated with respect, and if it's a great job, then, maybe, my great employer will give me a raise! (A raise won't be a main concern though!) However, even if they don't. Money doesn't matter. It doesn't matter in the end, so why now? Yeah, I know why, but as long as I have all the necessary items and the Good Lord's blessing, I'll be the happiest girl ever. Let's see a rich, lonely person with a crappy job top that!

Extended Journal: 10/16/07- Of all the pet names you've ever heard which one had the coolest?

Well, I don't have a favorite, but fear not my fellow blogees for I have a top five.

5) Tandem Max Keplinger (our dog)

4) Elvis (my grandma's neighbor's dog)

3) Fish Fred (our deceased pet fish) (IT LIVED FOR 7 YEARS!!!)

2) Gabrielle (my grandma's other neighbor's dog's name) (she named him after an arch angel of the Lord because he was a special blessing to her!) (HOW SWEET!!!)

1) Peekaboo (my special little kitty who plays hide and seek with me! What's even cuter is my little neighbor calls her "PEEK...BOO.!" awww)

Is it really my fault that I can't narrow it down???? Sorry? What? Our neighbors have awesome names for their pets thank you very much, but mine is the cutest because Peekaboo's such a cuuuttee kitty!!)

Journals 10/15/07 - 10/19/07

10/15- What is the most annoying pet naming convention?


I don't know, and it's not much of a topic that I concern about often. Okay, I did see some dog commercial thing. Anyways, the guy yells," MR. BARKY VON SHNOUSER!!!!!!!!! mr. barky von shnouser..." Yeah, I thought it was really stupid, but I'll admit it was funny, well... somewhat.


10/16- Of all the pet names you've ever heard which one had the coolest?


Well, I don't have a favorite, but I can't help it. I like all of our pets' names a lot. The same goes for our neighbors too!



10/18- Suggest three journal topic questions for future use.


For this journal, I shall arrange my ideas in a top three sequence.
3) What is/or was your favorite extra curricular activity?
2) What's your least favorite assignment?
1) Would you rather take a two hour test or practice with the band for two hours?
I really think that the others should do my number one journal because i'd love to see their answer. That's not as much as me wanting to actually see them attempt to march though. Just kidding guys!


10/19- Great job lousy pay...Lousy job great pay? Which one? Explain.


Considering the fact that our society has become much worse, by the time I reach the real world, It will most likely become a little/lot worse. I would rather pick a great job with lousy pay. When I am an employee, I would like to be treated with respect, and if it's a great job, then, maybe, my great employer will give me a raise! However, even if they don't.

Journal Topics 10/9-12/07


10/09/07-How do you like your eggs?
(yeah, yeah- food again. Sue me, I'm hungry.)


Wow! Another random question! I'm okay with that, but why does it have to be about eggs? I don't really like them. I sort of like the scrambled eggs at 4H camp, but only if there's ketchup.


10/10/07-Write me a get well card/message/sentiment.


Dear Mr. Selfish English Teacher... I'm just kidding. I'm sorry that your lack of suntan lotion caused you to become a "red head". I hope that "hot head" cools down. You just cuddle up with your little superman comics and relax. No, seriously, I'm sorry that you don't feel well. Of course, I want you to get better. Well see you soon (at the Carlisle Competition) (just kidding again!)- Kendra


10/11/07-Redecorating is imminent... which three framed posters shoud go away and why?


I don't care which ones you get rid of as long as you don't take down the batman poster by the chalkboard. I like it a lot because it's really cool. I used to practically grow up with Batman, Spiderman, and other cartoons like that. I always remember watching Batman with my dad when I was three years old. Don't get rid of it- PLEASE!!!


10/12/07- Are or were you satisfied with your first marking period performance in this class?


I may not have received an A, but I'll be okay. 'Ya know? I mean life carries on, and I gave it my all. My B+ has the same amount of points as an A in a regular class. Yes, I am satisfied for getting a grade like this when I have band almost everyday.

I am taking a pass on this Book Synopsis. However, have no fear, for I will have one done maybe this week.

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Journal Topics 10/01-05/07


10/01/07- Did you have trouble completing the quotes assignment?


Yesss! Okay, I'll be honest, it was to a certain extent. Then again, I am a simple-minded person so there's your answer. Oh, by the way, thanks for the Air O Gram, and yes I rememebered to do my quotes, but not because of that. I'll have you know that made me laugh while I marched off the field!


10/02/07- Who is your hero?
('Cause it's, you know,"hero day.")


He preached daily in the temples, and died on the cross for our sins to be forgiven. Long after, another fought in the Korean war, battled cancer for ten years, and raised a family. Can you guess who my two heroes are? Here, I'll just give the answer. They are Jesus and Granddad. Both of them are amazing(but Jesus more because it's suppose to be that way), are my role models, and have been there for me whenever I needed someone. (Others have too though. I thank them as well.)


10/03/07- Critique each hallway's homecoming decour.


I wouldn't really know. They are all very nice to me, but most of them have either fallen or were torn. I can tell you this, however, the people who spent the time working on this deserve a round of applause for their hard work and a job well done.


10/04/07- Based on your life now- predict your death.
(Yay morid!)- ha ha Mrs. Warrick said "Morbid doom!"(for our show)

I predict that it will be like the movie Hangman's Curse. I will be like the character Ian who tries to hang himself to help someone else. So he can save another persons life. Maybe I will be crucified upside down like the disciple Peter by some anti God person. Who knows? Maybe my prediction is that I won't die, but I'll live until the rapture, when Jesus Christ takes us to Heaven.

10/05/07- Homecoming ----------------> Who will win? Predict the score.

Okay, I'm trying to get ready for the game right now. Therefore I will make it short, sweet, simple, and to the point. I hope we win, but I hope the other team does at least have the opportunity to score once. I know that I would hate it if I lost with the score of zero. Well, I have to go put up signs with Raze if I make it on time. Oh and my prediction of the score is us: 34 them: 17. I don't know why. They were just random numbers that popped into my head go figure! Anyways, watch me end up losing my voice tonight then croaking at the dance. Yipes! That's a scary thought!

My Book Synopsis for...
Twilight

Title: Twilight

Author: Stephenie Meyer

Publication date: September 2005

Page count: 498

Type: Fiction

Started on: The end of September (not quite sure the official date) (sorry about that)

Finished on: Once again (sorry but i forgot to record that!!!)

My grade: A+

1. Why did I decide to read this book?

The question should be, "Why didn't I decide to read this book?" Okay, well, at lunch Halea had this book with her to give back to Katie because she was done with it. Katie didn't have any room for it so I told her I would keep it for her until fourth block. Well, I started reading it in Driver's Ed and immediately it caught my undivided attention. It was almost like Harry Potter, a book you couldn't dream of shutting. When fourth block came Katie was ready for her book, but she noticed that I was reading it. "Is it good?" she asked me. "Yes, I love it already!" I said enthusiastically. She let me borrow it, and I'm glad she did because I think she got me into a new set of books aside from Harry Potter. Thanks Katie!

2. Plot summary (avoiding major spoilers when possible):


The story begins with a teenage girl named Bella who decides to live with her lonesome father in Forks. She does this because she doesn't want to really hold her mother and her new husband Phil down. When Bella first gets there, the locals practically isolate, and they stare at her a lot too. Not to mention, the guys seem to stare with strange curiosity. Even she caught a lot of guys' attention, a certain teenage boy has her attention- Edward Cullen. There's something strange about that family, but she just can't put her finger on it. Why do they miss school so much for a long time? Especially when it's sunny. Why did Edward skip class when they were doing a lab that required taking some blood? When she goes to La Push, she sees an old friend- Jacob Black. He warns her about a legend his father believed to be true. One about the wolves and the blood suckers. However, she makes a new friend named Jessica, and after they become friends, others practically line up wanting to be friends with her. Finally, Edward warms up to her, and eventually things change a lot. Edward confesses his secret to Bella- he's a vampire. That's not the only problem. A misunderstanding leads her into deep trouble with a tracker. This vampire wants her and he won't take no for an answer. Now everyone she loves is at stake. Now she'll find out if Edward's love is really worth the pricey cost.



3. What is the setting, and why is it important to the novel?

The setting of this story takes place in Forks, Washington. It is a very important setting because it is damp, dark, dreary, it has plenty of forests, and it's population is low. All those qualities are important for a vampire. You see, when they go out in the sunlight, the tend to shimmer (if you want more details read the book!). I know you're probably thinking, "So! What difference does that make?" Well, it does make a lot of a difference. It's difficult to explain too, but let's just say that it's almost completely obvious that they don't look human at all in the sunlight. Also they have perfect hide outs and hunting grounds provided by the forest. It also gives the vampires the opportunity to live a "somewhat" human life in an environment that isn't overly crouded.

4.Who are the main characters, and what roles do they play in the novel?

The main characters are Bella Swan, Charlie Swan, Renee and James, The Cullen Family, Jessica, and Mike. Bella plays the main character because the whole book is pretty much about her. Her character plays the "new kid on the block" and falls in love with the dreamy "everyday" Romeo. The Cullen Family plays the role of Bella's "family" because they have warmed up to her so much that they treat her like family. Edward Cullen plays the role of her romantic yet dangerous boyfriend. Renee is Bella's mother, who's constantly nagging her to e-mail her about her life in Forks, and Phil is herBella's stepdad who gives her a Linkin Park CD. Charlie is Bella's real dad who she goes to live with, and he is Chief Police in Forks. Jessica is practically the first friend Bella makes, and she introduces her to her other friends such as Mike. Mike is not only one of Bella's friends, but he is also a guy who finds that he really likes her too.

5. What is/are the main conflict(s) in the novel?

The main conflicts in the novel are whether Bella and Edward will be together because he does not want to kill her. The other conflict is between Edward and James, and Bella and James. Bella has a conflict with James because he wants to kill her, and he's practically threatening her by "using" her family. Edward and James have a conflict because whenever somebody puts Bella, the love of his life, in danger, then he feels as he he must destroy them. The last conflict is whether Bella should stay in Forks or not. I'd give you more details, but that would spoil the book.

6. Describe the climax of the novel.

When it is known that the trackers are near, Bella goes into hiding. Later, though she receives a call from the head hunter-James. He is the one who wanted her, or at least to drink her blood. He lures her into a trap, her old dance studio. James tricks her into thinking that he's got her mother with him, but it turns out it was just a home video of her mother. Renee was still in Florida safe. Finally, she realizes that there is no way out until the Cullens arrive, but are they too late?

7. What is the significance of the book's title? Is the title appropriate, or would I change it to something else?

The significance of the book title is it's the one time that Edward is most likely not hunting. The time that the two can be together when he's not thirsty. I believe that the title is most definetely appropriate for this book. I wouldn't even dream of changing a title such as "Twilight". For some reason, it seems catchy, but I can't explain why. Probably because it is unique and creative.

8. What is my opinion about this book? Why (give specifics)?

I believe that this book is just amazing because of the suspence, drama, and love. When the hunters came in this book, I could barely put it down. Whenever it was time to put our books away or the bell rang, I didn't want to put it down. I just wanted to refuse because it was just that good! It seemed as if everytime while I was in the middle of reading it, it was okay, but when I left off, it was at a suspensful part. Just my luck, huh? The love between Bella and Edward was just wonderful to read. When I read the part about her visiting him at his house, I couldn't help myself from just reading some parts over and "aww"ing.

9/20-07-
Which fast food frenzy should open in Keyser?
Which one should we get rid of?


Okay, we already have just about every pizza place in Keyser so I don't think we need anymore. We should have a taco bell!! YO QUIERO TACO BELL!!!!! Okay, I'm not that obsessed with it though. Hmm. Which one should we get rid of you ask? Good and simple question- Vocelli's because they don't even know where Keyser High School is. Well, that's my story and I'm sticking to it. *Now I've got that country song stuck in my head. Oh well, at least it's good one*


9/21/07-
Continuing with the food theme: Have you ever eaten an octopus? Would you?



What is this Green Eggs and Ham? Well then, let me put it in that perspective. On second thought, I don't feel like quoting Dr. Seuss today. Anyways, I never had octopus because the only seafood I eat is shrimp. I would never eat octopus because I can't even finish my answer in fear I might get sick.


9/24/07- Are you (or were you) nervous to get your driver's license?


I'm the type of girl that "freaks out" when put under pressure. Of course I'm nervous! I don't even have my permit yet, but I have an A+ in Driver's Ed. Maybe I won't do so bad! I hope I'll do fine.


9/25/07 Is punishing the whole class for the transgression of a few fair? Is it effective?


Before I say my opinion, remember that I'm saying what I think politely, but only because you asked us to answer. Punishing the whole class was not fair at all even if life isn't meant to be fair. The people who were talking excitedly amongst themselves should have been given a warning, and if they were to keep talking in that anxious manner then you could punish those particular people. The rest of the class couldn't help the fact that we were in the same room as the others, and we can't control their actions either. Please keep that in mind.


9/26/07- Video games: Which one has fretted the most of your life away? (Not your favorite, necessarily- just the one you've played the most.)


Okay, I love all my amazing video games, but I've spent most of my time playing four awesome video games equally. Here's my top four:
4. Kingdom Hearts
3. Thrillville
2. Super Mario/ Duck shooting game (1989 version)(Oh yeah!)
1. Dance Dance Revolution Super Nova
Yes, these are all perfect video games to waste my time doing,but right now I don't really have much time to play them. In fact, I haven't played any of them since about the first week of school! I feel as if I'm being grounded from them. =(

9/27/07- Video games: which one is the most fun to watch others play?


Okay, a lot of video games are fun to watch, but there is one that's even funny to watch too- Dance Dance Revolution Super Nova!!!!! Honestly, it is! When we had a "science class" at 4H Camp, we played this game instead of learning, and let me tell you it was very entertaining. What's more fun than watching other people trip over their feet? It was very funny for people to see Ryan and I playing this game together because he had to help teach me, and I still messed up a lot! I am the champion as far as losing. I lost every game I played... wait... I take that back... I think I won one game.

9/28- Video Games: Do violent video games negatively influence those who play them? Will playing violent video games make someone a violent person???

I believe that it depends on the level of maturity the person contains. If they are mature enough, I feel as if the person can play it without having a negative influence from the game. However, if they are immature, I would suggest that they don't even plan on playing the game because it could most likely/ most definitely have a negative impact on them.

Daily Oral Language and Journal Topics 9/10-19


Daily Oral Language

9/10- Put those Japanese iris bulbs next to the daffodils, Pam, if you want an attractive display next spring.


9/11- Terry doesn't run very well, but he always enters Run For Your Life, a five-mile race held on Labor Day.


9/12- Neither of my parents is able to take me to the Village theater to see Oscar Wilde's play The Importance of Being Earnest.


9/13- Adriana, please set those books of Shakespeare's plays on this stand; we'll be using them later in class.


9/14- Shawn said that neither of the singers was professionally trained, but their rendition of "Maria" was stunning.


9/17-Neither my friend nor my sister has the time to address these envelopes; maybe some else can help.


9/18- Rob told us, "The picture has not been hung properly, and it will have to be taken down and done correctly.


9/19- Keiko and I have to order these items: two dozen pizzas, three cases of juice, and, I suppose, enough placemats for everyone attending the festival.

Journal Topics

9/10- Comment on the salty hamburger story.


I don't know what you are talking about. What is this "salty hamburger story" you speak of? Well, since I don't know, my final jurisdiction is no comment. Okay, I just heard the story. Yup, it's dumb.


9/11- Do you think 9/11 happened as reported, or was/is there a sinister conspiracy/cover- up?


I wouldn't know. All I know is that this cruel world is full of backstabbers so you can hardly trust anyone. Too many people turn on their friends, but would the government turn on us? It's a harsh world.


9/12- Would you consider Britney Spears fat?


I don't know if she's fat, but why are we so worried about her weight. There are obese people in the world, but size shouldn't even matter. Why judge her? See, instead of worrying about how "glamorous" the celebrities lives are,we need to worry about things that are important. There are people dying on the battlefield fighting for our country and all we can do is document celebrities lives? That's pathetic. Move on! Enough is enough!


9/13- Do you prefer this year's "enrichment" block to last year's study hall/tutoring? Explain.


Last year, I had Mrs. Woy first semester so, of course, it was really fun. Then I had Mrs. Glass who helped us get our homework done quicker because she started class earlier. Mr. Liston is really nice too, and he doesn't really make it boring, but the others don't either. So, if anything, it's equal.


9/14- "Cheaters never prosper."<------------ True statement?


Last year, Fort Hill cheated during the game. Okay, I'll be honest, I didn't really watch much of the game. I'm sorry? If they did cheat,which I'm pretty sure they did, then it should "come back to haunt them." It didn't they won... again! I guess some cheaters do prosper! Maybe we should hire new referees. Yeah. Did you notice the dumb signs too? They can't even spell tornado!!!! Not to mention their sign was upside down. Emmmmbarrassing. We might not have won that game, but at least we have common sense. However, their band has very kind people, and they really liked our show! I wish them good luck, but only them!


9/17- It is better for you location (house, classroom, etc.) to be too cold or too hot.


Wow! What a question I find very amusing! So difficult to answer. Hmmm. Decisions. Decisions. I'd pick too cold because I can sometimes adjust to it quickly. If hot hands, coats, blankets, under armor, etc. are available, I will survive! Also, if there is one thing that I've learned with marching band it's, you can layer up more than you can dress down. When it's too hot, you can dehydrate quicker too. Also, I play my trumpet better when it's cold. If it's cold enough, at night, I can hold my mouthpiece up to the light, blow through it, then watch "flames" come out the end. IT'S SO COOL! (literally!)


9/18- Invent a new candy bar. Describe it's composition and name it.


Okay. I'm sorry, and I even didn't want to be the one to tell you this. I can't tell you. It's a secret like Willy Wonka's was. Well, sort of. See if I told you, it wouldn't be a surprise, but I can tell you this..... it has chocolate. Now for the truth. I'm not making any candy because I don't want to. I don't feel like inventing something like that! I'm sorry, but I'm not the candwoman.


9/19- Continuing with the food theme: Which McDonald's item should be permanently removed from the menu?


Okay, let's face it, McDonald's is known for greasy, extremely unhealthy food that everyone is appealed to. It is also known for outrageous arrests for salty hamburgers. So what should be taken off the menu? Fish Sandwiches because they stink, are unappetizing, and they look disgusting. Honestly, they look like some random person took Spongebob deep fried him, threw him on bread, and put the sauce on him. I find that disturbing so take it off the menu.

Journal Topic 9/04-9/07


Journal Topics


9/04- In honor (sort of) of the holiday: What's the worst type of labor?


I wouldn't really be a reliable source for this question. You see, the only work I do would be considered chores, and they aren't that complex. However, even though this is most likely off the subject, I will be working at a day care center next summer. Therefore, I will have a better idea as far as what real work is.


9/05- Should Michael Vice ever be allowed to return to the NFL?


I may not watch much football, but I do know that what Vick did was wrong regardless of how famous he is due to this sport. The way he treated the poor dogs was unacceptable. Not only should he ever play football again, he should be sentenced to many, many years in prison for sick cruelty. He somehow needs to see what he did to those animals. He can say sorry all he wants, but he can't mend the damage he has caused. What's done is done, and those poor animals did not deserve that punishment for not being an animal version of Hulk!


9/06- Which city/ landmark in the "main land" U.S. would you most like to visit? Explain.


Each summer, I go to Ocean City, Maryland. That is where I'm happy, and I really don't mind if I can't go anywhere else. It's so much fun making a new memory each year, but I still love West Virginia best!


9/07- Two weeks in (respectfully): grade the new principals.

(Twigg; Saturday)


Well, it's been two weeks with our new principals, Ms. Twigg and Mr. Saturday. As Far as I've noticed, they really like to talk to the students, and they are nice too. That's why they each shall receive an A.

Extended Journal 8/31


What was your most memorable summer adventure?


I didn't really have any specific adventure, but I did have some fun making memories that will last a lifetime. About three days before band camp, yeah sunburn, the trumpet section had practice that was arranged by our wonderful section leader Katie. We were in the basement of the church that Ashley's dad preaches at. Out of nowhere, we started hearing footsteps getting closer, and once the person entered the room we screamed, except for Tyler. The woman apologized for startling us and said she needed to get something, but when she went to turn around to leave she smacked her face right into the coat rack then left. Well, we started to continue our practice. Later, we heard footsteps again. So, we searched the church over and over again upstairs and downstairs while Tyler sang Phantom of the Opera. Nothing showed up so we went back downstairs to try again to continue our practice. Once again, about five minutes later we heard footsteps. Right when we looked out the door, Mark Elliot screamed from behind us, " What are we all looking at?" When we heard that, we screamed as loud as we could as he watched us laughing hysterically. I'll never forget how much fun that practice was.