"Kindness is the essence of greatness."

"Kindness is the essence of greatness." 

By: Joseph B. Wirthlin

This quote means that the only way to live and have a successful life is to have greatness in you and in life. Everywhere, there is greatness. For example, there is a student who is really great at Algebra and P.E. and they are very kind to people who they are not familiar with. Kindness is the nature of greatness. Another example is if you're a nice person the essence of greatness might perhaps come to you. Being kind is choosing the right. Everybody deserves to be treated with respect. You shall never judge a book by its cover. I agree with this quote because if you're nice, you will be safe and will feel happy. For me, this quote tells me that kindness makes other people feel happy. I think kindness is a powerful term that means greatness because you would be a great person in life. 

Thanksgiving Week

Thanksgiving Week

On Thanksgiving Day, I went to Azalea and shopped at Forever 21 to look for a cute outfit for Thanksgiving. After that, my mom, sister, and I got ready to go to my aunts house and gather up with our family to eat dinner. My aunt and grandma made panes con pollo, tamales, posole, and champurado. That's my favorite part of celebrating Thanksgiving to be honest because I love to stuff myself with good food. I really enjoyed eating panes con pollo. After we ate, we all gathered up to do Secret Santa this year. It was a new experience for our family because we don't normally ever do that. For my Thanksgiving break I went to Downtown LA, Foxhills Mall, my dad's house, and to Edward's Theater. I also went to one of my bestfriend's Quincenera. It was really fun and I really appreciated that she invited me. Other than that, I would lay down all day resting and watching movies on Netflix.  On Sundays I watched NBA Football with my dad. My CTR experiences were to thank my family and friends for always sticking by my side no matter what and putting up with. Especially to my mom. It must be hard for a single mother to raise two kids on her own. I didn't read any books because I was too busy going out. On the last day of our Thanksgiving Break, I decided to do my homework. That always happens to me. I end up doing it at the last minute because I choose not to take the time to do it on my break. 

"If it is not right, do not do it; if it is not true, do not say it."

"If it is not right, do not do it; if it is not true, do not say it." 

By:Marcus Aurelius 

This quote means that if you feel that something is not right, you shouldn't do it because after you'll feel guilt and it is the wrong thing to do. It's also saying that if you hear anything like for example a rumor about anyone, you should not say it because it is not true. You wouldn't want anyone to say anything about knowing if it's true or not. You shouldn't do any of these things because that is choosing the wrong and you will have to go through some bad consequences if you get caught. There are many consequences when you choose the wrong and you don't want to go through them because you will regret it. If you choose the right you will be rewarded. You shouldn't be doing something that isn't right and making up stuff if you know it's not true. This quote is amazing because it's showing us that we shouldn't pay attention to the bad decisions people have said, put to correct those people on their own mistakes. If you know what you're doing is wrong, do the opposite and do the right thing. Doing what is right and saying what is right is always the best thing to do. The reason why is because if you choose the right, good comes your way and you will always have success in your life. In my opinion, this is a good quote from Marcus Aurelius. People should consider it because talking what is not true and choosing what is not right can affect your life.

Thanksgiving and Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving and Thanksgiving Day

The first thanksgiving in the United States was on Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts in 1621. The pilgrims held their second thanksgiving celebration in 1623. Thanksgiving is the time when the pilgrims came to America and celebrated by having a feast with some Native Americans in the area that helped them get food. It was a huge feast with many people there. Today we celebrate Thanksgiving to get together with family or friends. Turkey is the most common popular food to eat on Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a feast of thanksgiving, held on the fourth of Thursday in November in the United States. Traditionally, it is held to remember the celebration by the pilgrims of the first harvest in the new North America colony. The pilgrims wanted to thank the Native Americans for letting them have the opportunity and helping them survive in the new world. The next day is Friday which is known as Black Friday. Stores are considered in the Black when they have profit. Many stores have big sells and many people go Christmas shopping. Some stores open at 5 a.m. and people line up to get best discounts. So Black Friday means lots of stores making money and hopefully lots of people getting good deals. The day after Thanksgiving and Christmas is when people start setting up the Christmas lights.  

12 things I am thankful for:

1. Family
2. Friends
3. Food
4. Health
5. My Determination
6. Quality of life
7. My self esteem
8. My mom
9. Sense of purpose 
10. Social Interest 
11. Optimism 
12. My relationship

"Doing what is right, fair and honorable is more important than winning or losing."

"Doing what is right, fair and honorable is more important than winning or losing."

By:Chick Moorman

This quote means that doing what is right, fair and honorable is way more important than winning or losing. It doesn't matter whether you win or lose, it only matters if you do what's right. Winning can be a good thing but when you lose it's ok because there is always a next time and you just need to practice. You should never give up on what you want to accomplish. It's best to be a good sport than winning or losing. In a game it's mostly important to be fair and honorable. This is like a good sportsmanship.You're being fair and not being a inaugurate. And rather than winning or losing it's best for you to be doing the right. Most people will see and notice the sportsmanship that you have and it doesn't care if you win or lose it's about choosing the right. 

Oncologist

Oncologist

Duties and responsibilities:  An Oncologist is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Their duties include:

•         Carry out medical research
•         Perform physical assessments
•         Develop research plans
•         Carry our surgical procedures
•        Complete procedures
•          Provide treatment options
•         Collect medical information on patient histories

·       Inform patients about treatment options

·       Provide support for cancer patients

Salary: $222,873 - $351,598 per year

Education: Must have 15 years of advanced education and training, which includes undergraduate studies, medical school, and one more residency training programs. Additionally, licensure is required to practice as a physician.

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

I would like to be an oncologist because I want to help those who are in need of help. I want to make people happy with my support and help cure cancer patients. Also this job gets paid really well. 

Integrity

"1. Have the courage to say no. 2. Have the courage to face the truth. 3.Do the right thing because it is right. These are the 3 magic keys to living your life with integrity."

By: W. Clement Stone

What W. Clement Stone is saying that you should always have courage. You always need to choose the right even though you don't have the courage to do it. You also need the courage to face the truth and blame it on somebody else. You need to choose the right because it's the right thing to do. When you choose the right, you'll feel good. In order to fulfill a truthful life, you need to live by these rules. For example, if a friend offers you drugs you should say no and walk away. You want to avoid yourself from choosing the wrong. Whatever you choose to do, you will face the consequences. You either will face good or bad consequences by choosing the right or not. And another example is getting caught when you are cheating on a test by copying someone elses, you should own up and tell the truth. At the end you will feel relief and better about yourself because you were being honest. Following these useful steps will help you live with a lot of integrity. 

Actor

Actor

Duties and responsibilities: An actor is a person portraying a character in a dramatic or comic production; he or she performs in film, television, theatre, radio, commercials or music videos.

Salary: $20,428 - $195,754

Education:

1.   Start in High School

2.   Earn a degree in drama theater or a related field

3.   Study, practice and audition

4.   Sign with a reputable agent

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

Yes I would like to become an actor because that’s second favorite dream job that I want to become. This is my favorite actor “Alexis” from Orange is the new Black.  I want to be somewhat kind of actress like her being in a prison. Also, this job pays well. 

Veterans Day

Veterans Day

1.   What is Veterans Day?

·       Veterans Day is a public holiday held on the anniversary of the end of World War 1 (November 11) to honor US veterans and victims of all wars.

2.   When is it?

·       November 11

3.   What is the purpose of Veterans Day?

·       The purpose of the holiday is to honor US veterans and victims of all wars.

4.   Why is it important to show honor on Veterans Day?

·       It is important to show honor on Veterans Day because it shows respect for those who were willing to give their lives to the country. It shows that we appreciate the veterans.

5.   List several ways to show honor and respect on Veterans

Day.

·       Show up at a Veterans Day event.

·       Donate to an organization who offers all manner of support, services, and appreciation for our service members.

·       Fly a flag.

·       Ask someone about their service.

·       Write a simple letter or postcard to a Veteran you know of.

·       Visit a hospital.

·       Get outdoors with a Veteran.

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6.   Insert a few Veterans Day pictures

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7.   Write anything else of special interest to you pertaining to Veterans Day

·       It replaced Armistice Day on June 1, 1954.

8.   Write a Reflection of at least eight sentences expressing your feelings toward Veterans Day.

·       Throughout the research for Veterans Day, I feel that it did deserve to be a holiday so people can realize what our brave Veterans did to fight for our country. Veterans were willing to risk their lives for us and our country. I think we should take time on Veterans Day to appreciate these Veterans. They’ve done so much for us that we should show respect to them as showing honor.  Also showing respect for those families who has lost their sons in the war. I would really like to thank these Veterans for fighting for our country. The least we can do is pray for those who lost during the war and congratulate those who survived the war. Without them fighting for us, who knows what can happen to our country. These brave Veterans deserve to be shown respect not only on Veterans day but every day.

"He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed."

"He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed."

Proverbs 13:20

What this quote is trying to say is that someone who walks in with good company shall be a wise person and someone who walks in with bad people shall be a person with bad habits and be discriminated. When you hang out with the wrong crowd and choose to do something wrong and you know it's wrong, you'll end up in a bad spot. If you hang out with a good crowd, good influences will come out of you and you won't have to worry about the bad habits. For example, if you you hang out with wise people who are smart, seem like nice friends, and they help you out whenever you're in a difficult situation, you are doing the right thing because you don't want to end up like a companion of fools and be destroyed. And what I mean by destroyed is that you will give yourself a bad name if you choose to hang out with the wrong people, they will mess up your future. Nobody wants to be unsuccessful in the future. If you want to be successful in the future, surround yourself with good people! You'll make plenty of friends and just talk to them for a while but they aren't really your true friends. Your true friends are the ones who are always there for you. True friends will help you reach your goal. They'll help you out in school like helping you on your homework or help you study for a quiz. I mean you only live once and while you're at it, you should live it right. Choosing the wrong might be fun sometimes but later on you'll regret it. That's why you need to walk with wise men. 

"The best recreation is to do good."

"The best recreation is to do good."

By: William Penn

I agree with this statement because you should always do the right thing. When you do the right thing, you feel good. Doing good will not only help you, but it will help others as well. You should be positive about your life and do good things. Doing the right thing always lets you have fun and enjoy everything in a safe way. What I think this quote is trying to say is that your best action of how you are as a human is the best when you just do it for enjoyment. For example, when you are in leisure just to be good for fun you don't have to try hard just to show that you are a good person for everybody else. Just be good yourself. You should always make the right choices even when everyone is against it. Always go with what you know is right and never go with what you know is wrong. You should always choose the right because you'll feel good after. You want to be a good person who is always doing the right thing.  

"Right is right, even if everyone is against it; and wrong is wrong, even if everyone is for it."

"Right is right, even if everyone is against it; and wrong is wrong, even if everyone is for it."

By: William Penn

This quote defines that you should always do the right thing, even if nobody agrees with you or supports you. Just because because nobody does, it doesn't mean you have to follow others and do the wrong thing. The decisions you make will affect you, not anyone else. So every choice that you have, should be the one that you chose according to  your actions. For example, if  you go to school where uniform is required, you need to wear it. Even if you someone else secretly not wearing uniform, you should still wear it. An example of doing wrong is disobeying the rules. When you're in class, the first rule is to be respectful to everyone. If you see someone else disrespecting an individual and you join them, that's doing wrong. Everyone should respect each other. You want to treat others the way you want to be treated. 

Health Educator

Health Educator

Duties and responsibilities:  A health educator is someone who promotes, maintains, and improves individual and community health by assisting individuals and communities to adopt healthy behaviors. Community healthworkers collect data and discuss health concerns with members of specific populations or communities.

Salary: $30,000 - $59,789

Education: Learn about health education, complete your undergraduate degree, get certified, consider an advanced degree, and find your first job

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Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

No I would not like to be one because this job doesn’t interest me at all. They don’t get paid well either.