Thursday, June 7, 2007
Dear Reader Letter
Dear Reader,
This is my second quarter at Everett Community College. My ultimate goal here is to get my AA in Chiropratic and transfer to one of the six Chiropractor schools in the U.S. Other than my degree plan, one of my major objectives is to become an excellent communicator verbally and written. This quarter in English 98, Professor Shen went over the various writing styles, proper grammar, punctuation, and different types of papers. Although I have learned a great deal during this class, I did have a little rust to shake off.
The first assignment we did as a class was “An Inventory of Being”. This was a sort of ice breaker for the class that got the creative juices flowing and a excellent opportunity for all us to become well acquainted with one another. I had a problem the first couple of days gather my thought but all of a sudden it all started flowing. I even learned stuffed that I didn’t know about myself, and things I didn’t want to remember. We also had the opportunity to read a couple of books and write a few papers. The last assignment is our E-portfolio which you are in right now. I hope you enjoy reading my e-portfolio.
This is my second quarter at Everett Community College. My ultimate goal here is to get my AA in Chiropratic and transfer to one of the six Chiropractor schools in the U.S. Other than my degree plan, one of my major objectives is to become an excellent communicator verbally and written. This quarter in English 98, Professor Shen went over the various writing styles, proper grammar, punctuation, and different types of papers. Although I have learned a great deal during this class, I did have a little rust to shake off.
The first assignment we did as a class was “An Inventory of Being”. This was a sort of ice breaker for the class that got the creative juices flowing and a excellent opportunity for all us to become well acquainted with one another. I had a problem the first couple of days gather my thought but all of a sudden it all started flowing. I even learned stuffed that I didn’t know about myself, and things I didn’t want to remember. We also had the opportunity to read a couple of books and write a few papers. The last assignment is our E-portfolio which you are in right now. I hope you enjoy reading my e-portfolio.
Introduction to New Worlds for Both: European settler and Native Americans
A New World for Both: European Settlers and Native Americans is a comparison essay, which was the first of three major writing assignments. I chose this because it was in my opinion the best out of the three. I covered the differences in religion, beliefs, and what womens roles were in each. I also chose this because I have always had an interest for American History good or bad. For those of you reading I hope this may give you a little more insight to a rather dark chapter in North American History
New Worlds for Both: European Settlers and Indians in Early America
When many Europeans arrived in the United States in the early 1600’s, they lived a much more modern and much more technologically advanced than the primitive lifestyle of the indigenous people they referred to as “Indians.” Europeans referred to their selves as “civilized” and regarded the Indians as “barbarians”, “savages,” and even “animals.” Their interactions and multiple differences often led to misunderstanding, and conflicts and bloodshed. These two cultures, had been isolated from each other, and displayed an extensive variation of ideals. Europeans and the Native Americans had completely different social, economic, and spiritual practices.
European and the indigenous people, later called “Native Americans”, had very contrasting views of women in the social structure. European views of women, were that they had little, if not any social importance, the men were far more important, than his wife, such as whole purpose was to make babies, and cook dinner for the family. However, this was quite different in the Native American society. In Native Americans societies, women often held important positions of authority. For example, in Indian society there was a council of chiefs, who were all male, but they were appointed, by an elder woman of the tribe, along with having impeaching powers. Also, Indian women could divorce her husband if she decided to do so. This was very different from Europeans, who regarded this to be rather bizarre and dangerous to the sexual hierarchy. Europeans regarded this sexual equality as another example of the uncivilized nature of Native Americans and felt that they needed to become more civilized people.
Religion was another wall of separation between the Indians and Europeans, especially considering the polytheism of the Indians, and monotheism practiced by the Europeans. Since the very first contact between the Europeans and Native Americans, the Europeans sought out to “civilize” those they mistakenly referred to asIndians by telling them of their Almighty God. The Europeans followed a religion thatwas very disciplined with a trained clergy, and a strict church schedule. On the contrary, Indians were much more centered on the belief that the spiritual power, thatexisted everywhere in nature, from the plants, the flowing streams, and animals they hunted for food. Native Americans perceived the material and spiritual as a unified realmof being. By contrast, Europeans Protestant and Catholic traditions were more inclinedto emphasize the sphere that separated the pure, spiritual beings in heaven, such as, God,the saints and the angels, from the sinful men and women who susceptible to a world oftemptation and evil.
The Europeans and the Indians had very contrasting ideas of personal wealth and ownership. The Europeans believed that only the rich, noble few should own land, and firmly believed in the practice that when you passed away, the land would be passed to the next of kin in the family, along with the families honor and legacy. In European society, what you owned determined your social status, political power, and wealth. The Indians believed that land could not be a personal possession by anyone, it was to be shared property all tribe members. They believed that the land was sacred, and each family should have a piece of the whole. As a general rule, the Indians believed that everything on earth is meant for all to be given to all.
Each one of these cultures had conflicting views towards social, economic, and spiritually. Europeans and Native Americans could be classified as two totally different cultures. Women were regarded in the social structure in two different ways as well. Europeans held the religious ceremonies in a much more structured way, while the Native Americans were less structured in their approach. This often led Europeans tobelieve that this was bizarre and the Indians needed to be converted to their religion.Nevertheless the original inhabitants of North America remain, at the end of the century,the most deprived community in the world's richest nation.
European and the indigenous people, later called “Native Americans”, had very contrasting views of women in the social structure. European views of women, were that they had little, if not any social importance, the men were far more important, than his wife, such as whole purpose was to make babies, and cook dinner for the family. However, this was quite different in the Native American society. In Native Americans societies, women often held important positions of authority. For example, in Indian society there was a council of chiefs, who were all male, but they were appointed, by an elder woman of the tribe, along with having impeaching powers. Also, Indian women could divorce her husband if she decided to do so. This was very different from Europeans, who regarded this to be rather bizarre and dangerous to the sexual hierarchy. Europeans regarded this sexual equality as another example of the uncivilized nature of Native Americans and felt that they needed to become more civilized people.
Religion was another wall of separation between the Indians and Europeans, especially considering the polytheism of the Indians, and monotheism practiced by the Europeans. Since the very first contact between the Europeans and Native Americans, the Europeans sought out to “civilize” those they mistakenly referred to asIndians by telling them of their Almighty God. The Europeans followed a religion thatwas very disciplined with a trained clergy, and a strict church schedule. On the contrary, Indians were much more centered on the belief that the spiritual power, thatexisted everywhere in nature, from the plants, the flowing streams, and animals they hunted for food. Native Americans perceived the material and spiritual as a unified realmof being. By contrast, Europeans Protestant and Catholic traditions were more inclinedto emphasize the sphere that separated the pure, spiritual beings in heaven, such as, God,the saints and the angels, from the sinful men and women who susceptible to a world oftemptation and evil.
The Europeans and the Indians had very contrasting ideas of personal wealth and ownership. The Europeans believed that only the rich, noble few should own land, and firmly believed in the practice that when you passed away, the land would be passed to the next of kin in the family, along with the families honor and legacy. In European society, what you owned determined your social status, political power, and wealth. The Indians believed that land could not be a personal possession by anyone, it was to be shared property all tribe members. They believed that the land was sacred, and each family should have a piece of the whole. As a general rule, the Indians believed that everything on earth is meant for all to be given to all.
Each one of these cultures had conflicting views towards social, economic, and spiritually. Europeans and Native Americans could be classified as two totally different cultures. Women were regarded in the social structure in two different ways as well. Europeans held the religious ceremonies in a much more structured way, while the Native Americans were less structured in their approach. This often led Europeans tobelieve that this was bizarre and the Indians needed to be converted to their religion.Nevertheless the original inhabitants of North America remain, at the end of the century,the most deprived community in the world's richest nation.
Introduction to Grant and Lee Summary
This quarter in English 98 was somewhat challenging. We have learned the basics of how to summarize an article or essay. If you were to ask me before the start of this quarter, as to what a summary was, and I would of told you to summarize the essay in your own words. However, I have learned that you need to mention the author’s name, title, and cover the main points discussed in the essay, without your own bias. I enjoyed each summary but this one stuck out as the most enjoyable and that is probably because my interest in history.
Grant and Lee Summary
In Bruce Catton’s, “Grant and Lee: A Study in Contrasts”. On April 9, 1865, Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee met in a parlor of a modest house at Appomattox Court House, in Virginia to work out the terms for the surrender of General Lee’s Army, which would put a close to the war, and create a new chapter in American life. Catton describes the difference in views on society, personality, and aspirations. However, he points out the comparisons of these two great men. They were in fact marvelous fighters. Furthermore, their fighting qualities were really very much alike. Lastly, and perhaps the greatest of all, there was an ability at the end, to turn quickly from war to peace, for the greater cause, which was the future prosperity of America.
Introduction to Inventory of Being
I had trouble writing this piece for the first couple of days but one day it just started coming out. My creativity came out which made it enjoyable. Recently if I am lacking in creativity then I have been jotting notes down to get my creative juices flowing. I give credit to this assignment to making write more. I also had a great time reading other peoples “Inventory of Being” in class and was an excellent way to break the ice, along with a way to learning a little about each other.
Inventory of Being
I am Christopher
I am 28 years old, but look a couple years older.
My heroes are my grandfather, my mother, and God.
I stand 5 feet 11 inches with good posture.
I have hazel eyes and dark brown hair.
And is the oldest of four brothers.
I love to learn and have an infinite thirst
for learning that I can’t quite quench!
I have learned that you’re past shapes who you are,
but you are responsible for who you become.
I want to invest money the first half of my life,
And give it away the second part of my life.
I know it cost more to make a penny, than what a penny is worth.
I sometimes day dream of being somewhere else.
I love to see a sunrise but enjoy sleeping in much more.
I hope to become the person I was meant to be.
I believe money doesn’t buy happiness, but poverty sure in the hell doesn't buy happiness either.
I believe it takes years to build trust and only seconds to destroy.
I believe the death penalty should be abolished.
I like reading books but don’t always finish one.
I enjoy eating healthy foods; however, I eat fast food more often than not.
I am a patient person, but impatient in traffic.
I can’t live without my family and friends.
I enjoy a clean house but can’t seem to clean my room.
I love the feeling of a new pair of socks on your feet.
I wish I could have one more conversation with my grandfather.
My personality traits are creative, sociable, and passionate, along with being a procrastinator
I am studying to for a Degree in Chiropractic and enjoy it.
I feel if you enjoy what you are doing, you won't work a day in your life.
My name is Christopher and this is 2007.
I am 28 years old, but look a couple years older.
My heroes are my grandfather, my mother, and God.
I stand 5 feet 11 inches with good posture.
I have hazel eyes and dark brown hair.
And is the oldest of four brothers.
I love to learn and have an infinite thirst
for learning that I can’t quite quench!
I have learned that you’re past shapes who you are,
but you are responsible for who you become.
I want to invest money the first half of my life,
And give it away the second part of my life.
I know it cost more to make a penny, than what a penny is worth.
I sometimes day dream of being somewhere else.
I love to see a sunrise but enjoy sleeping in much more.
I hope to become the person I was meant to be.
I believe money doesn’t buy happiness, but poverty sure in the hell doesn't buy happiness either.
I believe it takes years to build trust and only seconds to destroy.
I believe the death penalty should be abolished.
I like reading books but don’t always finish one.
I enjoy eating healthy foods; however, I eat fast food more often than not.
I am a patient person, but impatient in traffic.
I can’t live without my family and friends.
I enjoy a clean house but can’t seem to clean my room.
I love the feeling of a new pair of socks on your feet.
I wish I could have one more conversation with my grandfather.
My personality traits are creative, sociable, and passionate, along with being a procrastinator
I am studying to for a Degree in Chiropractic and enjoy it.
I feel if you enjoy what you are doing, you won't work a day in your life.
My name is Christopher and this is 2007.
Introduction to "Pursuit of Happyness" Seminar
I this paper I chose as the writers choice for a couple of reasons. First and foremost, I absolutely loved the book. It was a real page turner and the movie as always did not even come close to the book. The story in my opinion is about resilience, overcoming adversity, courage, and one mans struggle to find a good life that instilled Christopher Gardner’s values for his son. This book had me evaluate my own life in a positive way and put it all in prospective. If you haven’t read the book I highly encourage it.
Pursuit of Happyness Seminar
1. “Wake up, wake up! She screams. “Wake up!” (Gardner 36)
This part in Chapter 2 really hit home for me because I witness a similar situation with my mom when I was a kid. I felt helpless and couldn’t speech for a couple of days. At this point I had to take a break from reading the book.
2. My questions are simple: “What do you do? And “How do you do it?” (Gardner 4)
This is interesting to me because regardless of his situation he still believes in the American dream! I also watched the movie and that part to me was so surreal. That Ferrari 308 and the man that came out was a symbol of success. In a sense he was sort of a mirror of Chris Gardner.
3. “If you want to, one day you could make a million dollars.” (Gardner 10)
I found this to very interesting. This one comment changed Chris attitude towards that goal. Regardless of his situation in ‘the hood’, he still believes he could do anything. If she didn’t say that to him it is very possible that we would not be discussing this book as we speak. What is also interesting is the fact that many parents tell kids self defeating message to their children that they can’t do something. Many times is a reflection of the parent or adult. The sadist thing is that many times kids will believe it and that it a tragedy.
This part in Chapter 2 really hit home for me because I witness a similar situation with my mom when I was a kid. I felt helpless and couldn’t speech for a couple of days. At this point I had to take a break from reading the book.
2. My questions are simple: “What do you do? And “How do you do it?” (Gardner 4)
This is interesting to me because regardless of his situation he still believes in the American dream! I also watched the movie and that part to me was so surreal. That Ferrari 308 and the man that came out was a symbol of success. In a sense he was sort of a mirror of Chris Gardner.
3. “If you want to, one day you could make a million dollars.” (Gardner 10)
I found this to very interesting. This one comment changed Chris attitude towards that goal. Regardless of his situation in ‘the hood’, he still believes he could do anything. If she didn’t say that to him it is very possible that we would not be discussing this book as we speak. What is also interesting is the fact that many parents tell kids self defeating message to their children that they can’t do something. Many times is a reflection of the parent or adult. The sadist thing is that many times kids will believe it and that it a tragedy.
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