1. I don't get scared too easily, and scary movies can occasionally freak me out, but usually I don't get scared. For that reason I suppose I do like getting scared. Sometimes you seem to think more clearly and faster when you're scared. Not only that, but I think it's funny watching other people flip out when something scares them. There really isn't a specific setting, I guess a movie theater is alright. I'm fine with being frightened in most places, it doesn't really bother me too much.
2. I will readily admit I am afraid of heights. I don't like them and I am not myself up high, away from the saftey of the ground. I think I'm more afraid of something terrible happening, that bothers me more than any blood or guts will. I mean I'm a guy! I play video games with blood in them all the time, that just doesn't bother me. But I don't like the idea of something terrible happening to someone I care about or love. That is scary for everyone I think.
3. Well, no one is exactly normal, so I can't just say that they are weird or have something unique about them. I think it would have to be... something very strange or disturbing. Like people that are predators on the internet, I might consider them mad. Because they are so disturbed and creepy that I think they must be out of their right minds, to even think about doing some of the things they do or talk about (like on "To Catch a Predator" on Dateline NBC, I love that show.)
4. I'm not sure what drives people to madness. But like the character in Poe's story, I think one small thing usually pushes them over the edge. Everything in their life builds up so much that one seemingly insignificant thing, like the Black Cat, is just too much for them and they blow a fuse. That's how I think it would happen.
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Short Story Ideas
1. Yes! I exclaimed as I pumped my fist in the air! I just called Jasmine, the girl I really like, and I asked her to go on a date with me. And she said yes!
2. Wow, that has to be the hardest thing I've ever done. I just got off the phone with Jasmine, the girl I really like. I gathered the courage to ask her to go on a date with me, and she readily agreed.
3. "Yes. I'd love to go out with you tonight." What a feeling of relief. Those words lifted a burden off my shoulders, that's for sure. That was Jasmine, the girl I have a crush on, and she just said yes when I asked her to go out on a date with me tonight.
4. A bead of sweat trickled down my face, the phone felt cold, metallic against my ear, then the words "Yes, I'd love to" seemed to force a huge sigh and breath of relief out of my lungs. I have a date with Jasmine, the girl I have a crush on, and although I felt relaxed shortly after I asked her, I'm tense again now.
5. Staring up at my blue ceiling, looking at my MJ posters for what felt like hours when it had only been a second or two, waiting for an answer. "Yes, I would love to." Time stood still as I told her when and where, and said goodbye. What a relief, I asked out the girl I like, Jasmine, to a date tonight, and she said yes!
2. Wow, that has to be the hardest thing I've ever done. I just got off the phone with Jasmine, the girl I really like. I gathered the courage to ask her to go on a date with me, and she readily agreed.
3. "Yes. I'd love to go out with you tonight." What a feeling of relief. Those words lifted a burden off my shoulders, that's for sure. That was Jasmine, the girl I have a crush on, and she just said yes when I asked her to go out on a date with me tonight.
4. A bead of sweat trickled down my face, the phone felt cold, metallic against my ear, then the words "Yes, I'd love to" seemed to force a huge sigh and breath of relief out of my lungs. I have a date with Jasmine, the girl I have a crush on, and although I felt relaxed shortly after I asked her, I'm tense again now.
5. Staring up at my blue ceiling, looking at my MJ posters for what felt like hours when it had only been a second or two, waiting for an answer. "Yes, I would love to." Time stood still as I told her when and where, and said goodbye. What a relief, I asked out the girl I like, Jasmine, to a date tonight, and she said yes!
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Response To Short Story
Task 1:
My personal reaction was that I thought the story was fairly creepy. It was based off of events in which a man killed 3 young women, which makes it all the more disturbing. I think the main character draws you in because she could be described (at least for me) as someone you can love to hate because she is so vein, it can be frustrating. I think what happened after she went in the car would probably be similar to what happened to the girls who were killed in real life, they were raped and then killed so that is what I assume would happen to Connie as well. I don't really know how you could explain the actions of the male antagonist, and considering you would probably have to actually be that disgusting to understand how you get to that point, I really have no idea how it would happen. He is important to the story because he practically IS the story. This story would mean nothing or be worth nothing if this guy wasn't there to creep the crap out of you and make you want to sleep with your lights on.
Task 2:
I think there are a handful of things that make a good short story. I think I am a very funny person, so I like to use a lot of humor in my short stories, and using that creatively makes it even better. I think the plot should be interesting, and should be something the reader can relate to, like if you were writing about a first date and it was funny, then I think it would be appreciated and liked. I like action novels, such as... anything Dan Brown has written, because there is lots of character development and twists happen all the time. Now, I don't look for that as much in short stories, because I think short stories are more appropriate for humor and comedy. Aside from humor, creativity and an interesting plot that relates to the readers, word choice is very important because you don't have as much space for words as you do in a normal story, and it can make parts powerful. Descriptions of the setting is also important, because it can help you picture the setting and live through it in your mind. Having interesting characters and characters that can relate to readers is also very important, because that way it will apply to their lives and hook them in to the story. A love interest is also a good thing to have, because it gives more depth and maybe even a second plot line in the story, so you can use that to liven up the dull parts of the plot at times. A character that you can "love to hate" is also good to have. It draws you in and makes you think about the character a lot, and as a result you get more out of the story. I like originality as well, I don't always need to have a happy ending to a story, which I appreciate. And finally, a twist at the end that throws you off (like not having a happy go lucky ending) is very important in my opinion.
My personal reaction was that I thought the story was fairly creepy. It was based off of events in which a man killed 3 young women, which makes it all the more disturbing. I think the main character draws you in because she could be described (at least for me) as someone you can love to hate because she is so vein, it can be frustrating. I think what happened after she went in the car would probably be similar to what happened to the girls who were killed in real life, they were raped and then killed so that is what I assume would happen to Connie as well. I don't really know how you could explain the actions of the male antagonist, and considering you would probably have to actually be that disgusting to understand how you get to that point, I really have no idea how it would happen. He is important to the story because he practically IS the story. This story would mean nothing or be worth nothing if this guy wasn't there to creep the crap out of you and make you want to sleep with your lights on.
Task 2:
I think there are a handful of things that make a good short story. I think I am a very funny person, so I like to use a lot of humor in my short stories, and using that creatively makes it even better. I think the plot should be interesting, and should be something the reader can relate to, like if you were writing about a first date and it was funny, then I think it would be appreciated and liked. I like action novels, such as... anything Dan Brown has written, because there is lots of character development and twists happen all the time. Now, I don't look for that as much in short stories, because I think short stories are more appropriate for humor and comedy. Aside from humor, creativity and an interesting plot that relates to the readers, word choice is very important because you don't have as much space for words as you do in a normal story, and it can make parts powerful. Descriptions of the setting is also important, because it can help you picture the setting and live through it in your mind. Having interesting characters and characters that can relate to readers is also very important, because that way it will apply to their lives and hook them in to the story. A love interest is also a good thing to have, because it gives more depth and maybe even a second plot line in the story, so you can use that to liven up the dull parts of the plot at times. A character that you can "love to hate" is also good to have. It draws you in and makes you think about the character a lot, and as a result you get more out of the story. I like originality as well, I don't always need to have a happy ending to a story, which I appreciate. And finally, a twist at the end that throws you off (like not having a happy go lucky ending) is very important in my opinion.
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Poem Post
Here are 2 of my poems that I like.
My Little Dog
Heidi, my little dog
In my life, you are an important cog
Every day I couldn't wait to see you
Wagging your tail once I was in view
You barked and barked, and licked my face
No one could ever take your place
But then you got sick as you got old
And illnesses began to take their hold
We let you go, out of your pain
Holding you as you left caused me emotional strain
Even now, on the edge of tears
It feels like I haven't seen you in years
So I ask you, my little dog, my friend
Will the pain from missing you ever end?
That was about my old dog, Heidi. Now I have a 2 year old dog named Ben, who is the focus of my next poem.
Ben The Baller
My dog Ben is such a baller
He acts like a person, I'm just taller
When we play ball in my backyard
Getting it back from him is really hard
He jukes to the left, jukes to the right
If I try to take it from him he puts up a fight
As he runs, past the Bush
He looks like the dog version of Reggie Bush
The way he runs, he ruins the grass
And he breaks my ankles and I fall down fast
He throws the ball up in the air
And he runs after it without a care
He runs so fast that he gets tired
When just a minute ago he was wired
I love my dog, he's a crazy boy
And the ball in my yard is his favorite toy
And even though I'm not supposed to submit this, I think it's kind of funny so I'm posting this.
Rotten Apple
Now, now I am mad
My new Ipod is broken
I hate you Apple
You don't have to comment on the Haiku unless you really want to.
My Little Dog
Heidi, my little dog
In my life, you are an important cog
Every day I couldn't wait to see you
Wagging your tail once I was in view
You barked and barked, and licked my face
No one could ever take your place
But then you got sick as you got old
And illnesses began to take their hold
We let you go, out of your pain
Holding you as you left caused me emotional strain
Even now, on the edge of tears
It feels like I haven't seen you in years
So I ask you, my little dog, my friend
Will the pain from missing you ever end?
That was about my old dog, Heidi. Now I have a 2 year old dog named Ben, who is the focus of my next poem.
Ben The Baller
My dog Ben is such a baller
He acts like a person, I'm just taller
When we play ball in my backyard
Getting it back from him is really hard
He jukes to the left, jukes to the right
If I try to take it from him he puts up a fight
As he runs, past the Bush
He looks like the dog version of Reggie Bush
The way he runs, he ruins the grass
And he breaks my ankles and I fall down fast
He throws the ball up in the air
And he runs after it without a care
He runs so fast that he gets tired
When just a minute ago he was wired
I love my dog, he's a crazy boy
And the ball in my yard is his favorite toy
And even though I'm not supposed to submit this, I think it's kind of funny so I'm posting this.
Rotten Apple
Now, now I am mad
My new Ipod is broken
I hate you Apple
You don't have to comment on the Haiku unless you really want to.
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
The Life of Tom
Hey, my name is Tom. Welcome to my blog. I'll just tell you a little about myself then. I'm a big sports fan, of football and basketball specifically. My favorite teams are the Atlanta Falcons (yes, even though Vick is going to jail) and the Chicago Bulls. In college I like the UNC Tar Heels in both sports but also support the Gophers. I am a democrat (that's an understatement right there) and I can do a good George Bush impression, at least in the opinions of me and my friends.
My personaly writing interest is largely in short stories. I am very creative and witty so those talents come to life best in short stories when I can choose my own topics to write about and really take them anywhere I please. I can write poetry but it is not my favorite avenue of writing. If I do write it though, I like to rhyme every line of it. But I definately want to spend time writing creative essays or stories. I would like to also work on my college essays in class, but those will likely be funny/creative works also, because that's just my personality, and I want to reflect that in my essay.
One writer I enjoy reading is Dan Brown. I have read all of his books, from Angels and Demons to Deception Point. I like all of them. They are all similar in the plot, however that doesn't mean the twists and turns aren't very surprising, because though you might have an idea of what might happen after you read enough of it, you never know who will do something or when it will happen. His novels are very exciting and they make you want to think about what's going on and they provoke you to try to solve the mystery or put the puzzle together, and I LOVE those kinds of novels.
For my piece of writing I will use one that I and a few friends of mine wrote together last year in AP American Literature. The point of the assignment was to analyze the poem Little Miss Muffet from anyone's point of view that you wanted. So, my friends and I all chose George W. Bush, and wrote this up together. Then, we had to read it in front of the class, and I read it in my impression of him and my friends were laughing histerically, and my teacher was laughing hard as well. Anyways, here it is:
Little Miss Muffet
By George Dubya Bush
People of America, I come to you in a time of peril and agony. These little creepy crawlies the US Intelligence has dubbed “Spy-Ders” have just been brought to my attention. Before I go any further, we must pause and analyze this situation. There have been attacks on the Tuffets of America and Tuffets from far abroad for much too long and we, as a country, shall avenge the citizens by declaring a “War on Tuffets”. The CIA has informed me that “Spy-Ders” have been present in the US since Clinton took office. However, having kept a few of his staff members to help improve my staffinization, they have informed me that he did not prioritize these Spy-Ders much at all. But have no fear America- G-Dub is on the job. Now, how many Tuffets must we watch be taken over by these Spy-Ders before we act?! These Spy-Ders even have weapons of mass destruction, but we have an answer for that. We have insect repellent, or nucyalur weapons, code named Bug Spray, OFF and if those Spy-Ders really wanna get into a shoot out, we’ll bring out the Raid- Now 30% more killing power in each canister. If that doesn’t have you quakin’ in whatever kind of shoes ya’ll wear, then I don’t know what will. I am also proposing a 50 soldier surge, code named frogs. These 50 frogs will be equipped with the most up to date gear we can find from World War II. In addition, these frogs will hop into Iraqistan and Koslokisach, two countries that my intelligationers have indicated to be housing numerous spy-der populations. Because of the magnitude of this mission, we will code name it: Operation Tuffet-Freedom. That sends the message to those spy-ders that says: We’re watching you, and were reading your emails too. This plan will free the Tuffets and end the reign of spy-ders and evil-doers once and for all. Anyone who disagrees with this is not a patriot, and hardly even an American. If you do disagree with this, make sure to tell the politicians representing you so I can make sure your phone lines are tapped and your houses and apartments are bugged. Or, apartamentos- for those of you who speak espanolish. But with a plan as fool proof as this, how could you disagree? But if you are one of those stubborn donkeys, let me pose you just one question- you anti patriot, pro spy-der, evil-doer… Why do you hate Freedom?
God Bless America.
Thanks,
Tom
My personaly writing interest is largely in short stories. I am very creative and witty so those talents come to life best in short stories when I can choose my own topics to write about and really take them anywhere I please. I can write poetry but it is not my favorite avenue of writing. If I do write it though, I like to rhyme every line of it. But I definately want to spend time writing creative essays or stories. I would like to also work on my college essays in class, but those will likely be funny/creative works also, because that's just my personality, and I want to reflect that in my essay.
One writer I enjoy reading is Dan Brown. I have read all of his books, from Angels and Demons to Deception Point. I like all of them. They are all similar in the plot, however that doesn't mean the twists and turns aren't very surprising, because though you might have an idea of what might happen after you read enough of it, you never know who will do something or when it will happen. His novels are very exciting and they make you want to think about what's going on and they provoke you to try to solve the mystery or put the puzzle together, and I LOVE those kinds of novels.
For my piece of writing I will use one that I and a few friends of mine wrote together last year in AP American Literature. The point of the assignment was to analyze the poem Little Miss Muffet from anyone's point of view that you wanted. So, my friends and I all chose George W. Bush, and wrote this up together. Then, we had to read it in front of the class, and I read it in my impression of him and my friends were laughing histerically, and my teacher was laughing hard as well. Anyways, here it is:
Little Miss Muffet
By George Dubya Bush
People of America, I come to you in a time of peril and agony. These little creepy crawlies the US Intelligence has dubbed “Spy-Ders” have just been brought to my attention. Before I go any further, we must pause and analyze this situation. There have been attacks on the Tuffets of America and Tuffets from far abroad for much too long and we, as a country, shall avenge the citizens by declaring a “War on Tuffets”. The CIA has informed me that “Spy-Ders” have been present in the US since Clinton took office. However, having kept a few of his staff members to help improve my staffinization, they have informed me that he did not prioritize these Spy-Ders much at all. But have no fear America- G-Dub is on the job. Now, how many Tuffets must we watch be taken over by these Spy-Ders before we act?! These Spy-Ders even have weapons of mass destruction, but we have an answer for that. We have insect repellent, or nucyalur weapons, code named Bug Spray, OFF and if those Spy-Ders really wanna get into a shoot out, we’ll bring out the Raid- Now 30% more killing power in each canister. If that doesn’t have you quakin’ in whatever kind of shoes ya’ll wear, then I don’t know what will. I am also proposing a 50 soldier surge, code named frogs. These 50 frogs will be equipped with the most up to date gear we can find from World War II. In addition, these frogs will hop into Iraqistan and Koslokisach, two countries that my intelligationers have indicated to be housing numerous spy-der populations. Because of the magnitude of this mission, we will code name it: Operation Tuffet-Freedom. That sends the message to those spy-ders that says: We’re watching you, and were reading your emails too. This plan will free the Tuffets and end the reign of spy-ders and evil-doers once and for all. Anyone who disagrees with this is not a patriot, and hardly even an American. If you do disagree with this, make sure to tell the politicians representing you so I can make sure your phone lines are tapped and your houses and apartments are bugged. Or, apartamentos- for those of you who speak espanolish. But with a plan as fool proof as this, how could you disagree? But if you are one of those stubborn donkeys, let me pose you just one question- you anti patriot, pro spy-der, evil-doer… Why do you hate Freedom?
God Bless America.
Thanks,
Tom
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