Never Forget, 9/11

        Today citizens throughout the entire United States commemorated the annual anniversary of the tragic incident that occurred on September 11th, 2001 in New York City. Specifically at 8:48 am, 14 years and two minutes after a plane crashed into the World Trade Center in the north tower began this tragedy. Annually, under a canopy of white oak trees where the twin towers once lied there's a  reading of the victims lives taken away. Many people usually attend, but this fourteenth year a smaller paucity attended this ceremony. Families honor their promise to never forget the victims, and do so by attending this event. I'm sure these families have a stronger relation to sympathizing this day, but others don't seem to unless it's been a milestone of 10, 25 years. In addition, the author mentions that where the towers once lied was a space, a gaping wound physically and metaphorically representing the sentiments of our nation. It's necessary to remember, and honor these victims to prevent a repetition of history. 

Based on reading 

On 9/11 Anniversary, a Small and Somber Ritual in Lower Manhattan by Rick Rojas

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/09/12/nyregion/on-9-11-anniversary-a-small-and-somber-ritual-in-lower-manhattan.html?hp&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=second-column-region&region=top-news&WT.nav=top-news

What is the last thing you read that you enjoyed and why?

    Recently, over the summer vacation for my AP English Language class I was required to read Sophie's World by Jostein Gaarder and really liked the book. The book itself includes two genres combined; non-fiction and fantasy. It includes a story with plot as a fantasy and explanation of many philosophy's as the non fiction portion. I thought the author was ingenious to lure her readers by including a fantasy story then the actual ideals of each belief.At a certain point, it would be boring and overwhelming to read all those philosophies and so the story enhances the novel. If I were to compare this novel to reading a non-fiction based book about all the philosophies I would've delayed longer and have more trouble staying focused. Some parts I had to reread to comprehend and compare to my own life scenarios.The philosophies were eyeopening and helped me to recognize things in my world. The book was a unique way of learning about a difficult subject. I recommend anyone who needs a brief review, or refresher upon philosophy should read Sophie's World because they'll be entertained by the story itself and at the same time grasp all the information needed.

What Kind of Reader Are You?

   My results on a recent quiz called "What Kind of Reader Are You," has indicated that my two favorite genres are drama and non-fiction. Personally, I first wasn't sure until I thought about it and was convinced it's true.

      To begin with, drama is my forte as an actress I appeal to be emotionally attached to the book either shedding  a tear or being happy for the characters. In addition, I like to learn from my reading and grasp an understanding to utilize in my life. Dramatic books, and characters help me strengthen my interpretation of characters and how I should develop, or act for new roles. As well, I try to take the life messages implied in the novel to apply in my personal lifestyle too. 

      Then, my second favorite genre was non-fiction which I was slightly skeptical upon. Honestly, I don't think I'm truly into fact based books with lots of dates. I do enjoy learning things from reading and non-fiction does present a learning experience. There are times I even take the information and apply it to my reality. Preferably, I'm intrigued by current events and like real life things. The fact that this genre resulted as my second favorite genre isn't as surprising because I am in Yearbook and I write copy about real life current things going on in school.