Oh Boy...

So I lost my phone on Monday. In my very first class. I've been doing everything I can to find it. I've been to the campus lost and found multiple times a day and I'm pretty sure they have my name memorized. Oh, and in the past few days I've hit my head on the top bunk, hit my arms against the doors and punched the wall on accident. I've spilled sugar, and burned my face a little. I've fallen down a few stairs and there are bruises and cuts in various places all over my body. My arms itch, my legs itch, and my back itches. I'm pretty sure I have a million bug bites. Did I mention the bruise on my face now looks like dirt? Everyone thinks my face is dirty. Anyway, other than that, college life is great!

Midsummer Resolution

I've decided to attempt blogging. For real! Not just for a school class, but more like a diary... for everyone to read. So look forward to a bunch of strange posts!

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Funny Pepsi Comercial

Young boy travels to a monastery, and is taken in. He is trained and becomes one of them. Finally one day he passes all the tests, and every monk opens a Pepsi, and they drink. He gains the symbol of their group by smashing the can with his forehead. This is an effective commercial because it appeals to humor... and thirst. It implies that after a hard task, the best way to celebrate is by opening a can and knockin' it back. It also implies that Pepsi is something that should be held in high regards because a group of people have devoted their lives to it.

5 background sources!!!!!

1. "Invasive Species" Jennifer McGrath 2004 (Gale Encyclopedia of Science)

2. "Invasive Species" Sue A. Thompson. Plant sciences, Vol.3, 2001

3. "Plant Pest is major Ozone source." Geographical July 2010: 15

4. "Introduced Species" Usha Vedagiri and Douglas Smith. Environmental Encyclopedia, Vol. 1, 2003.

5. "Pollution by Invasive Species" Cindy Clendenon and Elliot Richmond. Water: Science and Issues, Vol. 3, 2003.

Trade companies have to be careful when trading in different countries because invasive species that may come over with the items tend to destroy local ecosystems. Although, not all species that hitch a ride can be classified as an invasive species.

Potential Topic!!

I was thinking about writing the issues paper on international trade. I might focus on how some invasive species (plant, insect, or animal) have taken over the native species in certain countries. This is certainly bad for the native ecosystems. These events would not have happened without globalization.

RA Process

Starting the RA process was tough for me. I was not used to writing about how a writer effects his audience. I think that it was harder than the opinion editorial because with the OpEd, we chose a subject to write about that we were interested in. The peer review did help a lot though. I certainly needed help and my group was super nice about my paper. Something that I need to work on with my paper is transition sentences. It shouldn't be too hard finishing up my paper. Good luck to everyone!

"Outsourcing Our Future"

The author of this article uses very strong words. His diction is a little intense, but it gets his point across. ". . . her blunt declaration that patriotism has no place in the board room perfectly captures the logic behind outsourcing." He states the opposing opinion and then uses his diction to convince you that outsourcing is not something that should be promoted. When I started reading the article for the first time, I thought it was for outsourcing. As I continued reading though, I followed the author's words and followed his logic. At the end I was totally against outsourcing, and would be ready to fight anyone who said anything different!

Really Late Audience and Context Stuff!

"Outsourcing Our Future"

The audience is American businessmen, consumers, and the government. The people who are most directly affected by outsourcing. The current events of importance are the increasing number of jobs lost to outsourcing. With a "return to economic patriotism" we can decrease the amount of lost jobs. The opponents to this are the companies who employ overseas to reduce expenses. Major fears and worries are more people dependent on the government, declining wages and more job loss. The author uses logos, and pathos to persuade the audience.

Really Late RA Thesis...

“Outsourcing Our Future” is an effective argument to convince businessmen, consumers, and the government to take have more economic patriotism because it uses emotion, logic, and strong word choices to convince Americans to take pride in our jobs.

The OpEd Process.

I thought that the opinion editorial was interesting. It took a little work, but I think it turned out well. The peer review worried me a bit, and going to the writing lab was tough but the end product was much better than what it would have been. Usually I write my papers the night before they are due and I only have one draft. This process helped me see how much better my papers can be through other's input and more revision.

My paper could have been better with more time and if I had done more drafts. I feel as though this was not my best paper, but it is one of the better ones... I look forward to using these techniques on my other papers.

Peer Review!

At first I thought that the whole peer review thing would be terrible. I always get nervous when someone reads my work, but today was different. I knew that it was supposed to help my paper, so I was more open to the peer review. It was super useful hearing what my partner had to say, and she was really nice about the mistakes I made. It also helped me think about new insights that I can use to develop my paper more.

The Best Nights Ever.

Girls' night. This is a night craved by girls and a night that everyone needs. It is a wonderful time filled with nail polish, popcorn, romantic comedies, and wishing that boys really acted like they are portrayed in romantic comedies.

A week ago I had a girls' night with my friend Tate. We watched The Notebook, painted our nails, and ate pasta. I'll admit that we both cried a lot during the movie, but it isn't because we are silly girls; it is because we felt involved. As a girl, I love a movie that appeals to my emotions. I am sure that because we feel so connected with the characters women in general can't help but shed a tear. . . . Plus we want our lives to be one big romantic comedy. Am I right?!

OpEd Purpose Statement

So I am thinking that I will go with mediocrity in today's society. The audience that I am shooting for is America's working class, around 16-65 years old. My purpose is to show my audience the lack of pride in one's work.

There are quite a few things that can go wrong when people lose interest in their workmanship. People are more interested in how to get the optimal amount of cash instead of customer satisfaction. Loss of integrity is part of the problem. There used to be a time, in this country, where citizen's would put heart into their work (not literally of course).

I decided to upload a picture of blown glass because glass blowing is something that takes great craftsmanship, time, and dedication.

Brainstorm...

I couldn't think of a clever title, so I added pictures :). I was thinking that for the OE my topic could be about mediocrity in our society. The art of "settling". Nowadays people don't take pride in what they do. They settle for what is easiest and not what could be more rewarding.

Maybe that or how movies and novels have distorted the perception of what love is or how relationships should be. There has always been a romanticized view of love, but some films and books have taken this to the extreme. These are just some thoughts. Any suggestions?

A Little Post About Me.

Before I tell you where I want to do with my life, I will start with where I have been. I was born in Las Vegas, Nevada. I have lived in Henderson, Nevada since I was one year old. I have four sisters and four brothers-in-law. I have two beautiful nieces and two handsome nephews. I love them more than anything, and I spoil them to no end.

Although I am not the brightest bulb, my family happens to be brilliant. My parents have always encouraged me to attend college and to pursue a career I would enjoy. My sisters and parents have been great examples to me. They have all attended BYU and I am proud to finally say that I am a cougar!

I don't know exactly what I am doing with my life, but I want my years to be filled with service. I can see myself in different countries helping those in need. I also know I will keep learning even after I graduate. I love learning new things and that will never change.