Pollution? Visitor from Another Planet

"What is pollution?" asked the alien.

"Pollution is yet a problem in this world. Anything that is gross and harming the earth is considered pollution," I answered, "What is your opinion on this Henry David Thoreau?"

"One is constantly reminded of the infinite lavishness and fertility of Nature -- inexhaustible abundance amid what seems enormous waste. And yet when we look into any of her operations that lie within reach of our minds, we learn that no particle of her material is wasted or worn out. It is eternally flowing from use to use, beauty to yet higher beauty; and we soon cease to lament waste and death, and rather rejoice and exult in the imperishable, unspendable wealth of the universe, and faithfully watch and wait the reappearance of everything that melts and fades and dies about us, feeling sure that its next appearance will be better and more beautiful than the last," Henry spoke poetically.

"Bleep-bloop-blap. Ahh I see," said the alien.

"Ditto!" I agreed.

I Am Special

Observation is a human being’s sixth sense. My sight, taste, touch, sense of smell, and ability to hear are the basic senses needed for someone like myself to be aware of the environment that surrounds me. When I was younger, I would notice every speck of detail of the things around me that other people cannot even see. I remember going outside in my backyard to just be around the fresh air. I would lie across the grass to look at the white fluffy clouds in the sky and sit on the concrete porch to look at the huge forest green tree that always linked against my wired fence and the neighbor's house across the back of my house. I saw clouds that formed into a train, a loaf of bread, bubbles, flowers, a dog stretching its back, and even a human eye. In the tree, I saw formations of pencils, bow ties, a smiley face, an anchor, a megaphone, and so much more. No matter where I am, I find the most unique details that really catch my eye.One of the things I observe once a year are hummingbirds. These bird-like insects hover in one place, move side to side, and glide forwards and backwards. I have never seen a bird do that! My eyes follow its extraordinary zigzag patterns making many Z’s, O’s, and a few loopy-loop U’s. These little hummers fly in supersonic speed, creating their own invisibility cloak to mask their wings as if they are hiding a secret to their flying magic trick. I am so amazed by its colorful feathers, its needle-like beak, and its flight pattern. Exploring the ways of the hummingbird not only gave me more independence, but a realization of the talents I acquire through observation.

College Admissions Test

What is up with these college admissions tests? Yes, these tests are supposed to see if you have retained and fully understood the materials needed to succeed in your college courses. There are tests like the California State Testing and the SAT and the ACT. They test to see if you will be able to survive your first year of college, but you know what they are a waste of time and money for a child's education. What is the point of them? My only advice for others to achieve a passing score for college admission tests is to STUDY, STUDY, STUDY. If you study the material, you should be able to pass the test with decent flying colors, but of course it depends on your studying methods. To pass with a decent score, you definitely need to either have a tutor or attend a college admissions test workshop so that you are familiar with the material that will be on these exams. Make sure you practice on the materials whether it's English, Math, or a foreign language. Remember these college admissions tests test you on what you have learned all of those times when you were in school from Kindergarten until your senior year of high school. Don't sweat it! Just wet your face and get some sleep so you can sleep, sleep, and be REFRESHED!

New State of the Art Computer

I want to buy a new state of the art computer. What should I buy? I need a computer that will last a long time. I need a computer that has the basic features: Microsoft Office, Games, Adobe Acrobat Reader, a photo gallery, a media player, a movie maker, a wireless...there is so much to name. I need a computer that has INTERNET! What is a computer without Internet?! But the major thing my new state of the art computer should have is a video camera. I want to be able to talk and converse with my distant friends and family memebers. Now how do I obtain this new state of the art computer? First I will save up some money to pay for this new state of the art computer. But before i make this knid of decision, I need to know what kind of computer I want to use. I have a DELL laptop but because of the things I do, I would need to upgrade to a new kind of laptop. I need a MAC. It doesn't matter what kind of mac as long as the mac has these basic features and much more. Overall, as long as I make about $20 per week, I will be able to pay for a computer and its warranties in about 6months or less.

What is my Favorite Season?

What's more calm than the season of Spring. Spring is a special time where the weather is just right with a slight April shower, May blossoms, and June moons. Spring is a special time where every living being becomes born or reborn. I was born in may; Every time day Eight comes, I rebirth to a new age...a new person. Spring is a special time when I could really create something new. It has more colors to present itself. More pinks and blues, greens and purples, silver and gold, and colors of galore. Spring is the place and time where I can develop such grand creativity. Spring helps refresh my mind of old venues in order to grow new venues. I would pick up my soft pastels from my bedroom and draw anything i observe or makeup in my head. In other words, Spring is a peaceful time and moment that I can ABSTRACT.

Education is Key

It is important to realize the important priorities in life. People choose necessities, such as money and clothes and shoes, as their top priority, but are those “idolatries” truly worth it or will it last for the rest of your life. Each year I create a new list of priorities to focus on, but the two items that never change are God and education. In the human world, education is the only thing that will guarantee us success in life. Even a high school diploma can guarantee a slightly decent job. Education opens doors and windows to new opportunities beyond imaginable. My mother, for example, graduated from pharmacy school at the University of Southern California (USC), and immediately worked as a licensed pharmacist. She worked as a pharmacist for over 30 years and is still continuing to work at her profession. Even today, other companies offer her higher job positions because of her excellent work in the field and the education she holds in her mind and on her record.

Pride in One's Work

Have you ever felt proud of yourself for something you have done or accomplished? How does it feel? When you feel accomplished for that something you have done, do you seem a bit more confident than ever before? This is what you have: pride in your own work. When you have pride in your own work, your posture seem to stand very tall. No! You do not slump down and feel ashamed. You stand up with your head held up high and your chin pointing straight ahead as if it is growing out of your face. A person who had pride in their own work has the ability to express themselves in  the most distinct of ways. The person has a voice as deep and moral in a realistic point of view. The person has a new realization... a new venue. This person has his or her feet stuck firmly to the ground. The ground more in one with the person. What is it like to have pride in your own work? There is a certain breath you take to keep yourself all in one..as a whole human being. You are more focused than you were yesterday..a few months ago..a few years ago...a few minutes ago. Now that you have this known from an unknown confidence, you are able to explore and experience new adventures. You are a refreshed and a new individual.