I was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome at six years old. It was a struggle both before and after the diagnosis. For people who do not know what Tourette syndrome is, it’s a neurological disorder that causes me to make loud sounds, have spasms and say or do things that I don’t mean. For example, I […]
One thing about danger at all times terrified me. There’s a stage of uncertainty that comes with taking dangers; a stage of uncertainty that’s past consolation, for me anyway. Risk is a recreation of pin-the-tail-on-the-donkey. It’s darkish and I’m disoriented with no clear understanding of the course of the goal. Risk is that second once […]
The clicking sound of her water bottle never bothers me much while I work on the computer. I enjoy the company. Meika Minyanou, or Moe, is a four and a half year old, spunky, little fur ball of a ferret. She resides in a triple floored wire cage with a hanging ball that has a […]
I sat in front of my computer struggling to come up with an idea for my AP Studio Art concentration. I wanted to pick a topic relevant in today’s society, while managing to stay true to myself. In addition, I wanted to avoid the ever so popular teenage angst ideas. Including, but not limited to: […]
Costa Rica is home to many species of plants and animals, several of which are endangered species. Although Costa Rica is one of the leading nations in the green movement the country still has some bad practices and wildlife is suffering. Forests are often cut down to make way for cattle ranches and hotels for […]
The doctors were confident that the surgery would be seamless. Their website boasts “a perfect record in heart bypass surgery,” but they were playing with my dad’s life. He had just had a heart attack in late February, barely a month before. With three out of four arteries blocked, we needed a miracle. So they […]
Once in a while I learn a ebook that overturns my total view of the universe. A ebook that I share with everybody I do know. A ebook that I depart in cafes for strangers to learn. Ishmael: An Journey within the Thoughts and Spirit by Daniel Quinn is a kind of books. Within the […]
The brisk wind strikes me hard as the familiarity of the predicament makes me sick. “Thank god it’s Friday,” I whispered to myself as I kept walking closer to the bus stop. I then road the bus all the way to school, but when I got there…something struck me, a big accordion cork board with […]
My story can be interpreted as a sign of weakness or a sign of strength, but I strive to inspire others and improve the world in any way I can, so I don’t mind opening up to share it. What I have gone through has made me who I am today. Ever since I can […]
The city is attention-grabbing. There’s a sprawling metropolis current the place PA state Route 18 meets 258, full with a Wl-mart, MacDonald’s, and Big Eagle. The college is just a few transient miles from the intersection. If you happen to go fifteen miles in the wrong way of the varsity, all of this disappears. It’s […]