http://nomadicsamuel.com/motivation/how-to-create-a-successful-travel-blog-in-your-first-year-of-blogging
This guy started a blog with failure not being an option. With this in mind, he came to become successful with it. He then created a page telling his reader's all about how he did it.
Thursday, February 27, 2014
LITERATURE ANALYSIS
FICTION ANALYSIS
1. Briefly summarize the plot of the novel you read according to the elements of plot you've learned in past courses (exposition, inciting incident, etc.). Explain how the narrative fulfills the author's purpose (based on your well-informed interpretation of same).In the book Someone Like You by Sarah Dessen, two best friends, Scarlett and Halley's friendship is put to the test. While Scarlett is the more popular, outgoing one, and Halley the sidekick, things change when Scarlett ends up pregnant. Now Halley steps up when Scarlett really needs her and acts as the main go-to girl rather then just the sidekick.
2. Succinctly describe the theme of the novel. Avoid cliches.
The them of this book is you never know who is going to step up and be the solid foundation in your life. That is my interpretation of this novel but I feel like there were many more that could easily fit.
3. Describe the author's tone. Include a minimum of three excerpts that illustrate your point(s).
The authors tone was meaningful and cheerful when speaking of the girl's friendship, yet serious and heartfelt when speaking of Scarlett's recent life mishaps like the pregnancy and her boyfriend dying.
SUPER 5
Brooke Saward
Samantha Brown
Anthony Bourdain
Alden Jones
Aaron Smith
All 5 of these people, with exceptions the the last two, I have known of for awhile and have come to greatly admire. Brooke is probably a person I can look to most because she is still young, and has started the same journey as what I wish to do. She became very successful and is now traveling for a year straight. How amazing is that? The last two people on this list, Alden Jones and Aaron Smith I have just found and look forward to getting to know. Samantha Brown and Anthony Bourdain are world renowned travelers that have their own show. That is the ultimate success. I can look to them as professionals.
Aaron Smith
All 5 of these people, with exceptions the the last two, I have known of for awhile and have come to greatly admire. Brooke is probably a person I can look to most because she is still young, and has started the same journey as what I wish to do. She became very successful and is now traveling for a year straight. How amazing is that? The last two people on this list, Alden Jones and Aaron Smith I have just found and look forward to getting to know. Samantha Brown and Anthony Bourdain are world renowned travelers that have their own show. That is the ultimate success. I can look to them as professionals.
MY TEAM
- Get to know everyone in the room and discover what they're working on.
- Find ways to share content, experiences, contacts, and skills.
- Identify five people as your "go to" support system (Note: you will eventually include Members in all 608 classes, but start with people in your class today)-- this will become the core of your peer network. Besides providing immediate help and reinforcement, it will give you a foundation to work with as you expand.
- Consider what/who else you need in your network
- Take notes on it all so you can do the HW easily (or simply write your notes on a device and upload in a post to your course blog)
In my team, I find that by looking on the list of what everyone is doing in 0 period and 1st, I see that some people in 1st period which would be of great help to me. In this class however, I would say Jared, Maria, Shane, and Gabi. These people can, in some way, help me. Even if it is just another person's idea, I know that would be valuable. In my network I really need a photographer or videographer.
Monday, February 24, 2014
WELCOME TO MY NETWORK
In this project, I am pursuing my dream of traveling. While I travel, I would like to document what I am seeing, doing, eating, and learning. This is why I want to start a blog about traht of enriching myself culturally along with many other things while truly enjoying myself!While I travel, I would like to document what I am seeing, doing, eating, and learning. This is why I want to start a blog about traveling. If anyone has this same passion and wants to join this process, let's do it.
Sunday, February 23, 2014
MASTERPIECE ESSAY #1
For my topic for this first essay on traveling, I decided I want to write about my experiences while traveling. Within this topic I will have much to write about including how I felt being in a new, unfamiliar place, the language barrier, the culture difference, and all the good and bad that came with traveling, more good then bad ;) Coming soon so stay tuned!
Not all who wander are lost. And this may be true for some, but I think I am lost. However, I am in a good type of lost. I am pleasantly lost. If you want to know what this means refer back to my post called pleasantly lost! I feel like I am having a mid-life crisis as a teenager because all I can think about is literally doing nothing but traveling. Is this acceptable as an adult? If I were to answer this question myself I would say yes because of all the positive, enriching qualities you gain while traveling.
What types of enriching qualities am I talking about? Think of walking through a street, not understanding a word anyone is saying, but smiling because you realized you are actually somewhere other than your small hometown. This exact feeling happened for me when I went to Vienna, Austria and Turin, Italy about two months ago. I would say the language barrier is a difficult thing to manage at first; trying to communicate at a restaurant, to get directions, or just meet new people. It can be quite frustrating, but with the right tools, you can overcome this obstacle. With technology these days, you can download one of hundreds of translating apps right to your smart phone or device. If you are not a tech type of person, buy a simple book and think of it as an investment in your happiness ;). To touch on my experience a bit, the language difference I found as a beautiful thing. First of all, hearing a different language constantly spoke around me, especially since it is deemed "the language of love" (Italian), I was enthralled to just listen and absorb what was around me. Everything you experience that is different from what you are used to, you will find either amazing or overwhelming but it is all apart of the experiences!
Now, imagine driving through a city, town, or even the tiniest village and turning your head from side to side trying to see everything there is to see. When in a different place from your normal habitat, everything is new! The architecture, streets, and even the people. Just sight seeing you can gain so much enriching information. As a tourist you can easily learn about the architectural styles of the time period, religion of the region, and the influences of the area as well. While roaming the streets of Europe, I was excited to be walking on cobblestone and marble streets. This tiny perk that cost no money at all is what I found most exciting. Because this was a deviation from my normal, I found it intriguing! My advice on traveling somewhere new is to really enjoy the little thing! They go a long way and they are free! You can really save money by simply walking through the city and looking at everything there is to see! Through this, as well, you can gain so much.
What is one thing we do at least 3 times a day? Eating! The food in new countries is a "delicious" aspect and discovery of your journey. I highly recommend trying EVERYTHING even if you may think it may sound weird. Some things you will find to really love! I sure did! Within cultures you will find so much different food. Some of which you never even thought would be good! Don't let the weird foods that we may not be used to freak you out. This aspect is all part of the great experience of trying new things. Try foods that are in street markets, indulge in a restaurant at least once, and if you can, meet someone from the region who can cook a traditional meal for you! Lucky enough for me, I got to enjoy all three of these differently prepared foods. My favorite was the street markets; walking along the city, deciding your hungry, and buying some warm, fresh chestnuts. Here in California, chestnuts is not a normal thing to eat and you sure don't find anyone roasting them and selling them on the street. I think this is why I enjoyed it so much. It was totally different from what I could have gotten back home and I took full advantage of that.
To touch on my experience of meeting people, I think that meeting people where you are is hugely important. By meeting people, you are even further immersed into a real countries culture. After all, they are locals so they do know, and can show you, what is normal for citizens like them. To do this, you really can't be shy. It truly does take a certain type of person to travel. You have to be willing to be open!
Not all who wander are lost. And this may be true for some, but I think I am lost. However, I am in a good type of lost. I am pleasantly lost. If you want to know what this means refer back to my post called pleasantly lost! I feel like I am having a mid-life crisis as a teenager because all I can think about is literally doing nothing but traveling. Is this acceptable as an adult? If I were to answer this question myself I would say yes because of all the positive, enriching qualities you gain while traveling.
What types of enriching qualities am I talking about? Think of walking through a street, not understanding a word anyone is saying, but smiling because you realized you are actually somewhere other than your small hometown. This exact feeling happened for me when I went to Vienna, Austria and Turin, Italy about two months ago. I would say the language barrier is a difficult thing to manage at first; trying to communicate at a restaurant, to get directions, or just meet new people. It can be quite frustrating, but with the right tools, you can overcome this obstacle. With technology these days, you can download one of hundreds of translating apps right to your smart phone or device. If you are not a tech type of person, buy a simple book and think of it as an investment in your happiness ;). To touch on my experience a bit, the language difference I found as a beautiful thing. First of all, hearing a different language constantly spoke around me, especially since it is deemed "the language of love" (Italian), I was enthralled to just listen and absorb what was around me. Everything you experience that is different from what you are used to, you will find either amazing or overwhelming but it is all apart of the experiences!
Now, imagine driving through a city, town, or even the tiniest village and turning your head from side to side trying to see everything there is to see. When in a different place from your normal habitat, everything is new! The architecture, streets, and even the people. Just sight seeing you can gain so much enriching information. As a tourist you can easily learn about the architectural styles of the time period, religion of the region, and the influences of the area as well. While roaming the streets of Europe, I was excited to be walking on cobblestone and marble streets. This tiny perk that cost no money at all is what I found most exciting. Because this was a deviation from my normal, I found it intriguing! My advice on traveling somewhere new is to really enjoy the little thing! They go a long way and they are free! You can really save money by simply walking through the city and looking at everything there is to see! Through this, as well, you can gain so much.
What is one thing we do at least 3 times a day? Eating! The food in new countries is a "delicious" aspect and discovery of your journey. I highly recommend trying EVERYTHING even if you may think it may sound weird. Some things you will find to really love! I sure did! Within cultures you will find so much different food. Some of which you never even thought would be good! Don't let the weird foods that we may not be used to freak you out. This aspect is all part of the great experience of trying new things. Try foods that are in street markets, indulge in a restaurant at least once, and if you can, meet someone from the region who can cook a traditional meal for you! Lucky enough for me, I got to enjoy all three of these differently prepared foods. My favorite was the street markets; walking along the city, deciding your hungry, and buying some warm, fresh chestnuts. Here in California, chestnuts is not a normal thing to eat and you sure don't find anyone roasting them and selling them on the street. I think this is why I enjoyed it so much. It was totally different from what I could have gotten back home and I took full advantage of that.
To touch on my experience of meeting people, I think that meeting people where you are is hugely important. By meeting people, you are even further immersed into a real countries culture. After all, they are locals so they do know, and can show you, what is normal for citizens like them. To do this, you really can't be shy. It truly does take a certain type of person to travel. You have to be willing to be open!
VOCAB #4
jigger- rearrange or tamper with
liaison- communication or cooperation that facilitates a close working relationship between people or organizations.
propensity- an inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way.
predilection- a preference or special liking for something; a bias in favor of something.
denature- take away or alter the natural qualities of.
bourgeois- of or characteristic of the middle class, typically with reference to its perceived materialistic values or conventional attitudes.
status quo- the existing state of affairs, esp. regarding social or political issues.
neurotic- suffering from, caused by, or relating to neurosis.
tenet- a principle or belief, esp. one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy.
liaison- communication or cooperation that facilitates a close working relationship between people or organizations.
propensity- an inclination or natural tendency to behave in a particular way.
predilection- a preference or special liking for something; a bias in favor of something.
denature- take away or alter the natural qualities of.
bourgeois- of or characteristic of the middle class, typically with reference to its perceived materialistic values or conventional attitudes.
status quo- the existing state of affairs, esp. regarding social or political issues.
neurotic- suffering from, caused by, or relating to neurosis.
tenet- a principle or belief, esp. one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy.
ardor- enthusiasm or passion.
affluent- having a great deal of money; wealthy.
discern- perceive or recognize something.
masticate- chew
halcyon- denoting a period of time in the past that was idyllically happy and peaceful.
pejorative- expressing disapproval.
stentorian- (of a person's voice) loud and powerful.
furtive- secretly.
covert- not openly acknowledged or displayed.
ensconced- establish or settle (someone) in a comfortable, safe, or secret place.
enmity- the state or feeling of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something.
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