Journal Entries (Narrative)

09/03

My definition of community can differ from another's definition of what a community may be. In my opinion, I think a community can be defined as a small or large group of people, who share something in common. That "something" can be anything from age, interest, likes and dislikes, and beliefs. I do believe communities can gain bonds like no other can. Communities may even treat each other as if they were one big family. In order to build a community, I think you should build yourself up as a strong character so you can be a role modelto the others in the community, and a positive influence. Also to build a community, you must be willing to work with one another and cooperate as a team. Like what I said from earlier, you must build yourself up so, you can build up the community as well.

09/11

No, personally, I do not think I would have been a good Puritan because I believe the strict Puritan lifestyle is a type of lifestyle I cannot imagine myself to be in. To start off, I cannot endure such strict laws and long periods of prayer. Let alone, I'm not a religious person nor can I endure 5 hour long prayers. If I were to have grown up in a Puritan lifestyle, I would be the epitome of a Puritan. And to contradict my statement, I'm very outspoken and I want to be able to express my emotions, which is forbidden by the Puritans. Celebrating holidays is an important part in my life because I do cherish the good times and memories I have at holidays with family and friends. I don't see myself eliminating those types of events in my life.

01/11

Oh, semester exams! I knew you were coming sooner or later. But, I am not prepared for your arrival, but you have already arrived. I know you too well---only because I've met you on plenty occasions. I'm dreading how you make me cry, pull my hair out, and scream. I don't like you nor will I ever like you. I would do anything to avoid you. My mind ponders just thinking about you. My heart grows louder every time I hear your name. Tears drip down my face as I try to master you and learn how you work. But, like everyone says, "you gotta do what you gotta do". I'm determined to defeat you. I'll be prepared for anything you launch at me. All I need is to keep on pushing and forbid you from getting inside my head.