During my French quiz on Friday, I couldn’t seem to focus on the questions I was being asked. It probably wasn’t a good idea to listen to Macklemore’s “Thrift Shop” right before sitting down to take my quiz because that … Continue reading
I am extraordinarily blessed, as my shiny new laptop announces ostentatiously. I can also take long, hot showers, buy chocolate and candy, and nap in a warm bed whenever I want. I’ve never gone without food. It’s nearly impossible for … Continue reading
This week in class, we have been talking a lot about the environment. Peru has three distinct regions: the Amazon Rainforest, the Andes Mountains and the desert. With such a vast expanse of resources, it’s only natural that money-hungry humans … Continue reading
When I was in seventh or eighth grade, my mother drove me to the library to check out Stephen R. Covey’s “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” She said I should read it. While some of Covey’s suggestions have … Continue reading
I really liked that Beyoncé used the documentary, “Life is But a Dream” to allow fans to get a glimpse into her personal life. By doing this, she humanizes herself. Celebrities often give up intimate contact with the general public because … Continue reading