Allison's English Blog

   Technology has evolved significantly. We will have AI and robots doing most jobs. Society it'self still isn't peaceful since no matter what we will never be in harmony. The environment  itself is destroyed, in 2050 we might be living in bubbles to survive. Animals and plants will be extinct, the air will basically be poison to us and trees were be rare to see. With the way things are looking now, it will affect the future later in terrible ways and maybe, if we change now, in a good way. Worked on our project or A Lesson Before Dying chapter 26-28.

 Don't let people define you, that I need to make a name for myself out in the world. That I came from a family that has nothing, two hard working parents that tried to give me everything. From people who the world consider "dangerous aliens" and family who talk down about me. From a male dominated world where women still aren't as equal as men. That in a man's eye, i'll never match him in anything: strength or intelligence. Where I need to work 10x harder to prove my point. To remind myself that I need to keep going no matter what happens, no matter the obstacles that appear in my way. To take care of myself because waking up everyday is a blessing since some people don't ever wake up. That I have so much to prove to people who don't think I'll do anything great in life. That life will never be fair and I just have to work with whatever I have. To never forget where I came from and what I suffered. We just worked on our projects.

 I, personally, don't have an approach or any steps when it comes to creativity. I just sit there and get random thoughts sometimes. They just come to me mid way while a person is talking or i'm listening to music. Once I get this creative thought, I just slowly start putting it into action. I had a project with my friend Erika to make a Biome in environmental science. We chose rain forest, while she worked on the physical part, she wanted me to work on the letter. I remembered I started at the letter and just let the words come to me. The teacher really liked the letter and the box. We both got a good grade on it. We started working on A Lesson Before Dying project. That some people represent songs. To pay closer attention to people from what they wear, how they act, what they listen to, etc. can say a lot about a person.

 I remember when I took a break from school. I had a lot going on at the time, it was affecting me mentally and physically. I would tell my parents that i'm feeling unwell and my brother would vouch for me. Taking a break from school helped me work on my mental and physical health since I would always strain myself to talk to people even when i'm not okay. It did affect my grades and I had to do summer school but to me it was worth it. My parent's weren't happy about it but their opinions didn't matter to me. We worked on vocabulary lesson 9. I learned more words to use in my vocabulary. I can start using all these words in conversations or in any writing assignments I might have.

 My dad telling me he fell out of love with my mom. It hurt to hear because they would kiss and hug, then he comes and tells me that. It hurt my heart but I knew my dad was serious. He told me he didn't love her for a while now and only stayed for me and my brothers. But its okay now, they worked through their problems and are happy again. But I wish I never heard those words because now it scares me that everything might be a lie. Worked on missing assignments. That I need to be more productive and on top of it again. That I can't slack off or ignore it, the problem won't disappear.

 When my friend came to complain to me about her relationship problems. The man has her stressing and she wouldn't have a good time. I knew if I said something that was targeted but without a name, he would get the hint. He did and broke up with her and kinda put the blame on me. But now, shes happier and seems to be looking better. She forgot all about the man that had her stressing. Suppose to work on chapter 23-25 but didn't. My Chromebook was dead and didn't have a charger.

 I feel the most peaceful in my room. I feel safe and comfortable in my own settings. I can listen to music, lay in the comfort of my bed and relax with my dog and stuff animals. My room always been my relaxed place because I can just lock and open my window and do whatever. My dog is a bonus that helps me relax. Was suppose to work on chapter 20-22 but my power went out.

 When my dad hugged me and told me "i'm proud of you." My dad doesn't really express himself much so when I heard those words, I cried a bit. He wouldn't say much about my achievements but he did this one time. It made me feel seen by my dad for once and gave me a happy warm feeling. It made me try a bit harder to gain more validation. Just worked on chapter 16-19 questions. How even during the cheerful moments, always think about somebody and how they feel when moments get hard for them. Some people get defensive and start insulting when they hear what they don't want to hear.

 When I had to rely on somebody, I didn't like it. I felt like I was a burden and I'm not use to relying on anybody. I was always that person that people would rely on in any situation so when I needed somebody, I didn't know how to say it. It was awkward and I remember asking many times are they sure and if its okay. I still don't rely on people since it makes me uncomfortable but i'll always be here in case somebody needs to rely on me. Did a symbol and theme collage. How a symbol represents something and has a meaning. How there is a symbol for everything and we just don't know it.

It's a silver bracelet with many charms on it. My uncle bought it for me about 2 years ago, a month or so after my birthday. He works a lot and can't really come visit from Maryland much. My uncle has no kids but he always loved me like I was his own daughter. He spoils me and checks up on me. I haven't seen him lately but I miss him and hope he comes visit me this year. We worked on a worksheet about Characterization. I learned what STEAL stands for and how to use it. How there is direct and indirect characterization and how authors use them.

 There was a moment in my life that I hated wearing dresses. I didn't like how I looked or how limited my movements were. I remember it was my cousins quince and we were suppose to dress up nicely and everything. I didn't want to though and just planned on going in jeans and a t-shirt. But I remember my cousin wanted me in a dress and this was her big day. I remember when I told my mom, she was very happy and bought me a dress and little heels. I hated it but I saw how happy my cousin looked when she saw me in a dress. It was worth stepping out of my comfort zone. We read chapter 10 and 11 of A Lesson Before Dying. I learned that sometimes it be your own people that force you and make you do stuff that you don't want to. That some people need to stand up against their elders because they aren't always right.

 If I was President of the United States of America I would give homeless people a house and some money to help them out. I would make abortion legal and lower the price on feminine products because there is no reason for them to be that expensive. I would make the legal process easier for those coming to live in America. Lower the tax a bit more and have free health care. Do something about these school shootings because students or any staff members shouldn't be scared to step into a school building. We did a Newsela about Jimmy Carter, our 39th President. I learned that Jimmy Carter was awarded a Nobel Prize. I learned that even if you aren't in a powerful position, you can still make big changes in the world.

I remember I was holding a baby girl in my arms. She was adorable and looked like me but at the same time had other features. I personally never wanted kids in my life, I felt like I wouldn't be a good mother and always found them bothersome but I felt a connection to this baby. I was so in love with this baby, I was holding her, kissing her and speaking to her. It actually felt like I gave birth to the baby. I was seated in a chair in a nursing room. I remember waking up and feeling weird since everything about that dream felt very real. I was absent that day and already asked 3 people what we did that day and they all told me they don't remember or that they were also absent.

 Over the break, I just spent my time inside my house on my brothers laptop playing Roblox. I was playing fighting games and some horror games with friends. I did call a few people and fall on the phone often. I spent my time babysitting my 1 year old baby cousin and made 100 dollars within a week. I also rearranged my entire room and bought my family some stuff. I personally don't have any 5 goals to achieve this year. I never have goals and just roll with whatever. Just 1 I have this year so far is taking out my full licences at the age of 17, just to have it and be able to drive anywhere. But that's the only goal I have this year and nothing else.