5/14/2024 …
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Finding the Perfect Roommate
Wrapping up college season I expected it to be smooth sailing, which for the most part, it has been: second semester senior year, smaller workload, and more free time. Planning to attend college in California, comes with its benefits (nice weather, good food, etc) however, it also means entering a new environment with completely new people. Looking towards the next…
A Journey Through Fashion
Scrolling through my camera roll, I was caught off guard by some of my atrocious outfits. Unsurprisingly, I noticed some drastic differences across 17 years of style. Analyzing my outfits across the years, I can only describe the trends as a fishing hook; one that starts on a high, has a massive drop-off for the next couple of years, and…
Difficulty Essay
Ocean of Earth – GUILLAUME APOLLINAIRE *Fun facts about the author → He stole the Mona Lisa in 1911 | He was friends with Pablo Picasso Initially approaching this poem, I decided to begin my journey in exploring this poem, not by diving right in, but rather by researching the author (Guillaume Apollinaire) and background behind the…
Vibes and Memories; The Value of Music
Music, in my ears, is the freest form of expression; more so than any written or spoken art. Unlike books, films, or plays, music carries an inherent individuality; we may find familiarity in the same song but will associate its melody with vastly different experiences. Here are some of the songs that I resonate with most and perhaps they will…
Blog Wrapped
Writing blogs provided me with moments of reflection and renewal, like an active meditation. From outlining my bucket list to detailing my relationship with reading, I discovered a particular comfort and excitement associated with conveying my weekly thoughts. Sharing my stories not only improved my writing ability but also gave me a comprehensive understanding of myself. Putting ideas and thoughts…
Thanksgiving … But Wrong
Is There A Wrong Way To Celebrate Thanksgiving? With Thanksgiving just passed, I look back on this year, and all years prior, and wonder if I ever celebrated Thanksgiving correctly. Most of my Thanksgiving was not spent at home surrounded by a meticulous feast. In fact, I have never once eaten a turkey on Thanksgiving. With that being said,…
The Adventures of Blended Days (AP Lit Edition) and Senior Year
10/20 … It was arguably the most productive blended period in the history of blended learning. You might be wondering, what could have been so great? How many college essays or pieces of homework could he have completed in a short 50-minute period? I proudly say that the number is 0. No essays were written, no MVC problems were attempted,…
Top 5 Cuisines
Arguably the meaning of life is food – at least for me. Food epitomizes the spirit of exploration, the pursuit of happiness, and the warmth of home. It is not just a necessity for life, but a representation of people and their histories and cultures. Unfortunately, there is an infinitely vast amount of cuisines and regional nuances that make it…
Unlocking Life’s Potential – A Bucket List
The beauty of a bucket list? Everyone’s list is different, unique, and ever-changing and none of them are wrong or too crazy. Why? Because that’s the whole point of a bucket list; it is the ultimate freedom granted to the creator of the list without reservation. A testament to each of our unique innate desires for curiosity, exploration, and discovery.…