Singing

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It can be as relaxing as a vacation to the Bahamas (unless you’ve read my drowning experience post), or as frustrating as having slow internet connection. It is as simple as blinking–yet as difficult as saying “toy boat” 5 times in a row as fast as you can without messing up. Go on, take 5-10 seconds to try and figure out what the heck I’m talking about; this might not be your guess but I’m talking about singing! Their are no few words, nor paragraphs to describe how wonderful, useful, soothing, or spectacular singing can be. It is just plain……..awesome.

One of the best things about singing is how stress-relieving it can be. I come home from an exhausting day at school, slamming my 2-ton backpack on the tile floor–probably breaking everything inside it (including my iPad). “UGHHHHHHHHAAAA!” My screeching voice echoing throughout my empty house. “I have 3 tests tomorow and a TON of homework!” I yell as I realize I’m not talking to anyone. “Ugh!” I annoyingly say as I take out my phone. I scroll around, looking for some fun games to play and then I see the iTunes Radio icon. Mmmmm I wonder what good is out right now, I think to myself. I sluggishly walk to my room and crash on my plush bed. My ears stream through the variety of songs, 5 minutes later I find myself singing along to Demi Lovato’s newest album. My tensions fade away as the harmonious melodies fly from my mouth. Ahhhh, I sigh in remedy, I couldn’t even remember why I was so angry when I came home from school 20 minutes ago. So whenever you feel angry or stressed, a little singing can’t hurt.

Another one of the millions of reasons why singing is awesome is for personal enjoyment and to express all of your inside emotions. As one of my favorite singers of all time, Demi Lovato, went through some tragic struggles throughout her childhood life. However, she used singing as an escape from all of her worriers. She went from a very emotional, depressed person to one of the most upbeat superstars of our time. If it weren’t for her enjoyment of singing, the music community could be totally different than what it is now.

All in all, if you’re bored and have nothing to do, or if you have boatloads of homework that just keep stacking on top of each other, singing can be the perfect remedy for even more “school-iosis” (plus a little more chocolate!). Whenever you feel mad, sad, stressed, confused, or frustrated, sing for a bit and just let it go. 😄


Expository Writing: Why Chocolate Is Sooooooo Enjoyable

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I was having a horrible day until I popped that little square piece of heaven in my mouth-the silky smooth candy resurrected me. Oh chocolate is truly amazing!

For instance, there are endless types to satisfy your taste buds. Milk chocolate, white chocolate, dark chocolate, mint chocolate— you’ll never get bored when each new flavor is even better than the last. My mouth waters just thinking about it! No matter who you are, there’s bound to be a chocolate that’s right for you.

In addition to the countless varieties, the way chocolate makes you feel can turn any frown upside down. After a stressful day at school, with boatloads of homework, or maybe after an exhausting sports practice. Chocolate is a great was to unwind. For me, it’s a perfect remedy for too much “school-iosis”. It can also leave some people just plain giddy; I think Willy Wonka from the well known classic, Charlie and the Chocolate Factroy, is Exhibit A. You might be mad or sad but no matter what mood you’re in, chocolate will always leave you with a smile on your face.

I could eat chocolate for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but of course too much of a good thing can be a bad thing. As I always say, a piece of chocolate a day keeps the bad thoughts away. So anyways, chocolate can be…ugh, you know what I’m gonna grab some chocolate right now.

Made by: Allyson and Catherine


One Victory, 5 Seconds-Concrete Language

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There I was, standing 30 feet away from victory.

I glanced at the score board- 24 to 23. This was it.

Thousands of eyes stared me down- watching my every move.

No mistakes now…I thought as I drew my trembling arm back.

I toss the ball slightly to the right lining it up perfectly with my right arm. I hit the ball.

The sound of silence filled the air.

The ball barely grazed over the top of the net-a stream of panic surged through my body.

Time stood still.

The ball slowly rolled over the net… onto the other side.

It hits the ground. ACE!!!!! The sound of the crowd vibrated through my head.

A smile spread from cheek to cheek.

We had done it! We had won!

Made by: Allyson, Gracen, and Hannah.