An Excerpt From a Short Story

It was a crisp October afternoon, a perfect fall temperature with a cool breeze whisked in his face, the subtle scent of salt reminded him he was in Boston, if the cobbled stone path and brown bricked colonial buildings of the university failed to do so. As he walked across the cobble pathway, he smiled as he observed the brilliant fall colors in the yard. He was a man of no more than fifty and his once dark brown has was starting to fade to gray. With a swift flick of his arm he glanced down at his platinum and gold Rolex watch, it was three after three. He was now running late for a very important cocktail, hastening his stride he nearly collided with a student on his way to class. After exchanging apologies, he continued on his path away from the ever so boring business meeting he barely heard a word of due to his great distraction. In a few moments time he was met by the end of the campus, as he crossed under the gate emblazed with an H and the university crest his black Mercedes came into sight. Climbing into his car, he was met by the instantaneous low rumble of the German engine. It was now 3:13 according to his Rolex, "Seventeen minutes, I can't be late."

A Tribute to Steve Jobs

"Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They’re not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can’t do is ignore them. Because they change things. They push the human race forward. And while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius. Because the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do." - Apple Inc.

These words were first used in a commercial that Steve Jobs had made for the original Apple. After his untimely passing this Wednesday, we have come to appreciate all Mr. Jobs has done for society, he was the Einstein of our time. Mr. Jobs is the best example of the American Dream I can think of as he went from nothing to everything simply by following his dreams. He was determined and passionate and fought on to achieve his full potential. By doing what he loved not only did he satisfy himself, but he also did wonders for this world. From the original iPods that revolutionized musical entertainment as we know it to the iPhone that has forever changed wireless connection and communication, we are indebted to Mr. Jobs and his American Dream. It is unfair that someone as great as he has meet his fate at such a young age but always remember his great ideologies. He knew that life was unpredictable and that we must make the best of it no matter what. He made this statement during a Commencement Address made at Stanford University, “Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. … Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice.” Our hearts go out to the Jobs family and Apple Inc. for the loss of this great man. We will always remember the joy he brought to all of us. Steve Jobs may you forever rest in peace.

Goodbye Homecoming Number One!

Well Homecoming Week has finally come to a close; why such a negative attitude about such a fun week you may ask? The answer to that my dear friend, is that "one man's fun is another's hell." All of that pomp and circumstance that goes on over those seven long days is put together by yours truly, along with the PHS Student Senate of course. And never before, has more time been spent in Mrs. Fogerty's room, running in and out of her room in-between classes is not necessarily one of the most desirable things one can do, but none the less a job needed to get done and I was ready to do. Even though I did have the flu on Tuesday and felt like the living dead the whole week, I stood up proudly to the challenge. And in all reality I did have a nice time at the dance, that is when I wasn't sitting in the hallway on the floor exhausted talking to one of my sisters friends, yeah I'd say I had a pretty nice time. Well, one Homecoming down, and three more to go!

Goodbye

It seems like only yesterday we were walking into eighth grade telling our summer tails and wishing that we could have had one more week of break. But now it's all over we are freshman, we're one step closer to becoming adults and our paths are starting to become more distinct. As I walked down the hallway for the last time my throat choked up as the year flashed in front of my eyes. Goodbye Asa Clark Middle School, I will always remember you.

Six Flags Great America

It may have rained, it may have been cold, but boy was it fun. As soon as I jumped off the bus and ran into the park I had been over whelmed with excitement and anticipation; where to go first? Personally I had to work my way up, so I started with the Dark Knight, it was a little disappointing but not bad for an indoor ride. Then came the big rides, Superman and Batman. First it was Superman, needless to say I was freaked out, it was my first time going on a coaster of that caliber. But boy was it worth it as we laid on our stomachs plunging into the giant loop and accelerating into the twisting turning curves of the Superman. Then finally it was time to challenge Batman. As I impatiently waited to jump on to the first yellow and purple bat, I skimmed the rollercoaster with my team, Bailey, Becky, Leah, and me. As soon as we had reached the top of the ride and started the twisting turning journey we were like five year olds on Christmas morning yelling and screaming as we flipped upside down and dove down towards the ground; in total, I rode the Bat fifteen times. No matter how cold or wet it may have been, yesterday is a day I'll always remember.

The Reagan Diaries

The Reagan Diaries, a book that tells you who the man truly was, not a biography written by some journalist, no, it’s a real first hand recollection. Although I am only through President Reagan's first year in office, it is self evident that Ronald Reagan was not just a politician, he was a true leader and a good man. As he tells you of his many tails in office you see how he loved this country and its people. You also got to take a look at his sense of humor. My favorite part of the book so far has been the day when Reagan got shot and wrote, "Getting shot hurts." Well I would have never guessed. This book truly does make you feel like you know the man, I can't wait to get started in his second year in office.

Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend, cookouts, parades, swimming, and much more. Four days of fun away from school. It all started for me with something anything but fun, yard work, only second to allergies on my long list of things I hate. Four hours of pulling weeds and planting flowers in the hot sun. Not thank you, I'll take the cookouts and swimming. But not to worry, I got to the cookouts, swimming, and parades later.