What "Really" Happened

Chapter 1 is written in 1st person. This gives the story its own personal touch, and it also gives the reader a better understanding of the mood of the story, from the author's point of view.

"One guy I knew really was shot in Dresden for taking a teapot that wasn't his." (Vonnegut page1) This quotation shows the author's point of view of what happened in the past. Vonnegut feels very strongly about the war, seeing as to how he partook in it, along with his fellow soldiers and companions. he saw the ugly and deadly side of the battlefield and knows the challenge it is to succeed in this career. In this chapter, he is against the war and what happened. he and his friend are destroyed inside by the terrible memories that took place there.

War is unforgettable, no matter what happens in life, you will always have those memories haunting you. in the first chapter, these taunting memories drag Vannegut back to the area where he and his companions fought a battle. he reminiscs in the mournful tears he sheds, and along with his friend, reflects on those old, past days.

Final Inferno

The book, The Inferno, there is a set ending. In the end, Dante goes to purgatory and then to heaven. He finds the right, bright path which he had strayed away from. I feel that Dante learned from the circles of hell, and would change how he lived his life, so that he would not have to revisit any of those circles again. He would lead his life the right way out of fear from lucifer and the other terrible circles of hell.

If this were to happen, the people of the world would be aware of how devastating the circles of hell are. many would change their bad habits and try to lead a better life. This would make the world a better place, but it would also be run by fear. This would be good in some aspects but it would also be bad. there would be less evil in the world, but instead of running the world on love, it would be run by fear and courage.

Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire!

The thing that vexes me the most is liars. I feel that honesty and trust are the two most important things in life; aside from love. People who lie must always be second guessed in what they say and do. Without trust, realtionships cannot flourish. On top of that, the consequences are terrible. As a child, you are either grounded or have things taken away from you for a while until your punishment is over; as an adult, you may get into trouble with the state or even the government. It is never worth telling a lie to cover up a mistake. It is always better to tell the truth, come clean and accept your initial punishment, which will surely be much less severe and grave than if you are caught in a lie. Trust can be lost within seconds, but it takes a lifetime to rebuild; even then, it is impossible to regain full and absolute trust within a person once it has been lost.

The reason why I feel that lying is my biggest and worst pet peeve and definitely my worst aggravation, is because no one likes to be around liars. It affects your reputation as well, even if you are not the one doing the lying. When you need something or ask something, you expect the truth the first time and not to have to go and make sure that what the person told you is true or a lie. This is often very time consuming and a waste of energy. these types of people, are also not very true or good friends. They are hard to trust with even the little things, and they are hard to be around for very long without getting frustrated or involved in their bundle of lies.

Almost Paradise

This paradise, in a world of perfect attitude,
with no violence or grumpyness, a very hard place to find,
with all other great emotions, you will mostly find gratitude.

A fairytale setting, the perfect place,
this serene community can be found in the mind,
with comforting people and a smiling face.

Intelligent Conversations

This is a correctly punctuated conversation between my two bestfriends.

Tori Grant-Hi, how are you?

Lenard Skubal-I'm great; how are you?

Tori Grant- I'm doing okay. I miss all of you guys over there. Here, everything is so different. The people can either be very nice or immature.

Lenard Skubal- I'm sorry. We miss you here too. When do you come back?

Tori Grant-Hopefully, the 13th of August.

Lenard Skubal- Great! You have to call me the minute your plane lands. I want to hang out with you.

Tori Grant- I know! We definitly have to, because I may never go back.

Lenard Skubal- Don't say that! Oh, I got my lisence.

Tori Grant- That is so cool! Congratualtions! I just got my permit. Now I feel like the baby.

Lenard Skubal- It's ok, I'll take you out driving with me.

Tori Grant- I'm so excited! I'm driving too, but I dont have my license, only my permit.

Lenard Skubal- So you can only drive a bike?

Tori Grant- No. I drive a car, and I am actually very good at it.

Lenard Skubal- I'm sure. I'm just kidding; I believe you.

Tori Grant- You better believe me! Well I have to go. I have a huge Biology test to study for.

Lenard Skubal- I'll talk to you later. Bye.

Tori Grant- Bye.

Blogs vs. books

• What is the difference between a blog and a book?

-Books are very useful sources of information, passtimes, and interest. They can give you insight to numerous things, including the history of the world, biographies of important people, and many more things. Not only can they provide information, but they can be a great company when you are alone or sad. Although books are wonderful, they are very restricted in many different areas. Books cannot wonder off topic or stray away from the main point. They cannot have a certain political point of view, and most are censored. Blogs, a very similar source of information, is not quite so limited. Blogs ar open to all people, and they allow anyone and everyone to post their thoughts and opinions. Unlike books, blogs can go from topid to topic without hesitation, and they can also have a strong point of view in ny area. Blogs are now becoming more and more popular, and soon enough the written media shall be taken over.

• How have blogs changed recently?

-Blogs have changed in many ways. when first created, blogs were not very popular, and they were very racist and single minded. They are now full of different varieties. all people, no matter of their race, age, or gender can write their opinions in each blog. There are blogs about anything you can think of. This keeps a wide span of interest among the readers.

• Why might you read a blog?

-Although we have many seach engines and incredible books, blogs are much easier to use. Blogs are used to figure out certain information on a certain topic. If you feel that you need another opinion to accompany yours, blogs are the perfect way to find one. blogs are also a great way to keep in touch with your local news, or with news around th world. These blogs give opinionated information, but it is still a great resource.

• Is there reason to doubt the objectivity of a blog? Why? Why not?

-Depending on what your blog is about, gives you the option doubting objectivity of a blog. If the blog is based on information, rather than opinions, then yes, you should doubt slightly but not necessarily. If the blog is based on mostly opinions, then you will have all sorts of opinions that you can choose to believe.

• If you kept your own blog, what would you title it?

-Blogs can be about many different things. Depending on what my blog is about, will give me a title for it. I always like to sound as intelligent as possible; therefore, I usually will put something with an informative background.