Wednesday, October 5, 2011

“Two Kinds” Character Analysis Paragraph

In the story "Two Kinds", Jing-mei's mother is very strict. I feel that she is a good mother that likes to challenge her daughter's abilities. When she grabs Jing-mei and sits her on the piano stool, it shows that she is very impatient and wants something done. Jing-mei's mother is an asian woman. Her mother's thoughts and feelings are pointed very strongly at her creating a child star of her daughter. She gives a lot of orders and commands that frustrate Jing-mei. She is a lot like mothers these days who force their children to do things they want them to do.

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

"Two Kinds" Mother-Daughter Conflict

In the conflict between Jing-mei and her mother, her mother is strict yet supportive to her even though she is forcing her to play the piano and to become a prodigy. My mother did the same to me and I am greatful that I had the opportunities to learn new things during that time. She taught me that with a little push, I can do anything thats possible though it may be difficult, and learning to play the piano was very difficult.

Monday, October 3, 2011

Dragons Den: Campus Donations

I guess I'm glad that significant things were donated. A football field, bleachers, and a track have been donated to my peers and I. I guess I feel thankful for these things. When I see the people who donated to San Pasqual Academy I will be very respectful.

Thursday, September 29, 2011

"Two Kinds" Jing-Mei's Shoes Paragraph

If someone was pushing me to become a prodigy piano player I would be respectful and honored that they chose me. I would try my hardest to do good. Learning new things is always a good thing. I would not be afraid to challenge myself and based on my experience with playing the piano for three five years, it is not an easy thing. It takes dedication and a lot of hard work. Being pressured helps you focus on what needs to get done and motivates you to do very well, because with less pressure less effort is given.

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

"Two Kinds" Before You Read: Something You Don't Want to Do

In the morning at home my dad woke me up to go to school. I refused because I did not want to go. I was also not feeling well and it made me feel guilty because my dad was disappointed in me. He always tells me to do things that are important no matter what because it will only hurt you in the end. We resolved the conflict by deciding to just go to school after lunch if I was feeling better by then.

Monday, September 26, 2011

Dragons Den:ABC's About Me

Alert of fake people
Black and Native American are my ethnicities
Clean and clear is my favorite facial cleanser.
Daring is my middle name.
Energetic...most of the time.
Frannie is my best friend.
Gages are very interesting to me.
Haters don't faze me :)
I LOVE INDIAN TACOS !
Jokes make me laugh.
Kangaroos seem chill.
Life still seems questionable.
My idol is my mother.
Never stops texting on my phone<--according to Jenifer C.
Only man I love is my dad :)
Patient
Quesadilla..mmmmm
Roniesha Upchurch is a strange name..
Still waiting for something new and different.
Tired all the time.
Understood...barely
Violent
Weird
eXited when good things happen
Zoos are fun

Thursday, September 22, 2011

Academic Language Week 5 - Vaccinations

Children should not be vaccinated to go to school because there can be many side effects and some can cause autism. Scientists should be more consistent on ESTIMATING harmful side effects. There should only be POSITIVE effects of the drugs being injected into young children and teens.