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Blogging: Was it worth it?

beccalynn09 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:56:58 +0000

Well well well. Let me just tell you at the beginning of this whole thing I kind of dispised this whole blogging concept, but it’s kind of grown on me. It’s a very easy way to express your opinion on things related to the internet. I haven’t really had to worry about what people have to say back because not many people have read what I have to say. But don’t get me wrong, I’d rather it be that way. I get kind of insecure when thinking of others reading what I have to say when I don’t know who they are. You’d think it would be the opposite, but I guess not. I think that’s why I thought it was pointless.. because I knew that not many people would read what I was writing. One thing I actually do like about it though is you can actually learn alot by reading what other people have to say. Haha who knew? While I don’t think blogging will ever become a new hobby or anything like that, I do think it was a good learning experience to kind of see what it was all about. The one thing I don’t get though is why we always have to right about the internet. Why can’t we just write about an issue happening in the world or something like that. This is where the whole blogging thing kind of baffles me. Overall I really don’t think it was too bad and would highly encourage others to try it. Goodluck!

Music Music Music.

beccalynn09 — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:51:35 +0000

In today’s world more than ever before, music has become very important. With some many different types and so many different artists, music is such a special thing. But there’s one problem: too many people are downloading it illegaly! I think it’s kind of sad because six years ago people couldn’t wait for a new cd to come out just because they loved that one certain song. And today, that isn’t even the case. If someone likes a certain song, they just download it instead of wasting the $14.99 on something they may not even like. This is hurting the industry though. With all these illegal music downloading programs such as Limewire, Frostwire, Ares, and many more, artists are hurtin’ for certain. These websites need to just be banned for good. There are so many other websites with just a low fee that are 100% legal that are just as effective. It seems like people would be willing to be the small starting fee to stay clear of getting caught downloading music illegaly and having to pay thousands. Buying cd’s is something I truly miss. Everyone would talk about getting the hottest cd coming out that next tuesday, but now that’s not even the case. It’s so much easier just to make a mix cd of their own. Get with it people! Save the music industry!

Do flu shots do more harm than good?

beccalynn09 — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:53:04 +0000

Every fall, everyone rushes out to get their seasonal flu shot with hopes of not getting sick throughout the winter. I am here to say that I have never gotten a flu shot, and I rarely ever get sick in the winter. From what I’ve heard they don’t really do any good, and something I saw today changed my opinion of them for good. Back in August, a young woman received a flu shot and ten days later her life was forever changed. It started out with a bad case of the flu, and now she has seizures constantly, she can barely talk, barely eat, and can’t even do the things she used to love doing. The only explanation for this happening is having a rare reaction to the shot. Whose to say this couldn’t happen to anyone? The most common side effects include soreness, swelling, fever, and muscle aches. But like I said, how do we know that this won’t happen to us? We don’t, and I’m not willing to take that risk and neither should anyone else. If you do good research, you can find that flu shots are often thought to be “fake” and are known to not actually do any good. With the whole swine flu scare, people just need to take good caution in staying healthy and germ free. The flu shot is known to have a low effectiveness rate, so why would people even want to waste their time on this? It sounds like a bunch of bull to me.

H1N1: Is it preventable?

beccalynn09 — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:39:50 +0000

As we all know now more than ever, the Swine flu is alive and kicking. While I never really thought it would actually hit this neck of the woods, I have definitely been proven wrong. Everyone was saying ”Just stay away from Mexico and you’ll be fine.” Well everybody, hate to break it to you, but we are not fine. I found out just today that it has hit my highschool and I’ve realized we need to be much more careful than what we are being. You must remember the basics. Always wash your hands before and after meals, and if you cough/sneeze/hack, etc. Also always remember to wash your hands with warm water and soap. This may sound foolish because how many times have we heard this stuff, but what is probably even more foolish is how many people there are that don’t take part in doing these simple tips. It is also good to have hand sanitizer handy. While hand sanitizer doesn’t actually kill off the germs, it will definitely give you some protection against the nasty swine flu infection. It is also very important to not go to work or school if you are having any flu-like symptoms. They say that if you usually take one day off when you’re not feeling well, then you should now take off two to three days just to be on the safe side. You must be sure to go to your local healthcare provider if symptoms worsen or fail to get any better so that you can get screened for this horrible infection. Also check your local news channel website for school closings and information about when and where to get the H1N1 vaccine. Try to stay healthy!

Go GREEEEEEN!

beccalynn09 — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 04:15:59 +0000

In today’s world, we are so caught up in all the madness of everything, that we rarely actually take the time to realize what is happening to our poor planet earth. It has become a daily thing for me to see trash blowing on the sides of the road, and people running appliances that don’t in fact actually need to be used. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, our wild population is growing at an unbelievable rate, which is going to cause many problems in the not so distant future. As we know, the world has a fixed amount of natural resources, with many already being depleted. It is common sense to know that with our world’s population increasing at such a high rate, and with our supply of natural resources being so low, that there is something we must do about t. People are just too lazy to see what is happening to this wonderful place God has given us to live on. It may seems like there is no hope, but there is reassurance out there and things you can do to help. Filter for Good has shown that there are multiple things you can do to make a difference. You can start changing your ways by doing things such as filling your bottle with tap water, rather than getting a new one every time you have a thirst. You can also wash your clothing in cold water rather than warm. By doing so, the average household can emit 1,281 pounds of carbon dioxide per year and save quite a bit on electric bills. You can also update your wardrobe for less by trading clothes, make-up products, and shows for free! It is also helpful to use refurbished electronics rather than buying new ones. If they are in perfect condition and work absolutely fine, why not use it? Plus it could save quite a bit of money. There are also many other sites that the World Wide Web has to offer that is filled with “go green” tips. Check it out!

Animal Cruelty: Will it ever stop?

beccalynn09 — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:13:07 +0000

We all know that animals are the next best thing to human beings. Heck, animals are better than some human beings. But yet get treated so wrong. People on a day to day basis are harming these helpless creatures who need our help to survive. While there may not be anything we can really do to help the animals being killed for food over in China, there are things we can do here in the United States. Scientists estimate that 100 different species become extinct each and every day, and yet here we sit not doing one single thing about it. Also, there are more than 15,000,000 animals used each year in animal testing. These statistics are without a doubt depressing, and need to change. This is wrong on so many levels. Many people admit to wanting to help, but don’t exactly know what to do. This is where the ASPCA comes in handy. They say that one of the most important tips in trying to prevent animal cruelty is to be aware of what is going on around you because animal cruelty could most likely be happening without a single person knowing about it. Also, if you suspect animal cruelty is happening, find out as much information as possible before reporting the incident.

People need to realize that animals are important to this world and that it’s not right to just treat them as if they are nothing. If these words haven’t meant anything, then hopefully these organizations can help change someone’s mind. Go animals!

Are College Students Getting Enough Sleep at Night?

beccalynn09 — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:58:20 +0000

I know I’m not speaking for myself when I say that I’m not getting enough sleep each night. Every morning on days that I have class, I am a wreck. I’m literally too tired to function properly, and the only thing that really keeps me going is knowing that I’m not alone. Well all know that not getting the full amount of rest each night is causing our grades to go down, but what can we do to make it better? Between going to class, studying, working a part-time job, and having a somewhat normal social life, how is getting more sleep even possible? In a recent study, Dr. Epstein stated that “After two weeks of getting six hours or less a night of sleep, students feel as bad and perform as poorly as someone who has gone without sleep for 48 hours.” Studies have also shown that college students with insomnia are much more likely to have more mental problems than a college student without insomnia. It is also said that college students who pull all-nighters are more likely to have a lower GPA. Students who use the weekends to catch up on sleep are also more likely to perform poorly during class. This is where the tips come in. Recommended by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, students need to get to bed at a decent hour. It is also recommended that your bed be used for nothing more than sleeping. No homework or talking on the phone should be done while being in your bed. If you are having a hard time falling asleep at night, you should up and do something until you feel sleepier. You should also try to refrain from drinking any caffeine. Realistically, I don’t see how these are possible. If students could get to bed at a decent hour of the night, I’m sure they would, but there’s simply just too much to do and not enough time to do it. One other tip is to give yourself a period of adjustment to figure out just how much sleep you need in a night. In a couple weeks, your circadian rhythm will be adjusted and you should be able to last the day without being too tired. I understand how important it is to get a good night’s rest, but still just don’t understand how we should be expected to get enough sleep each night with such a full plate on our hands.

Children on the Internet: Is it a Good Thing?

beccalynn09 — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:02:47 +0000

In today’s day and age, children are using the internet more and more each year, which brings me to this question: is it a good thing? I hear people all the time rambling on and on about how children shouldn’t be allowed on the internet because they don’t know how to stay safe. But I say, even if it isn’t the safest and children don’t always know what they’re getting into, what is safe in today’s world for children? Parents and teachers see the internet as an educational and helpful tool. For the most part, I think children see it this way too. In a Kids.net study, children love the internet because it is easy to use, and fun. Two thirds of the children studied love the internet because it helps them with learning, and the other third enjoy it because it helps them get assignments if they miss a day of school. This study astounded me, and led me to believe that children are using the internet in a more helpful manner than most of the adults in this world. Most adults that I see on the internet are using it for Facebook, gaming, porn, and various other reasons. I’m not saying that all adults are misusing the world wide web. Many adults use the internet to help them get an online degree without ever stepping foot into a classroom setting, they use it to get the latest news, and for many other great things. I do not believe that children are for a fact more responsible than adults on the internet, but I feel that it’s a pretty fair game. I know there are many issues with children misusing the internet. Marijuana is the most highly searched thing on the internet. People know that children and teens take up a big chunk of who is using the internet, so they make sites, post pictures, and all kinds of other stuff to get these kids thinking. Children are also influenced quite oftenly to make a Myspace account. This leads them into adding people they don’t know, and sharing too much personal information about themselves. Parents need to make a conscious effort to scope out what they’re children are doing on the internet. They must make guidelines of what they’re kids are allowed to do, and what will happen if they disobey these guidelines. Experts believe that children should be closely monitored until the age of ten. As I’ve clearly stated above, children have just as much right to the internet as us adults do, you just have to make sure they are staying out of trouble and doing the right thing.

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beccalynn09 — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:18:03 +0000

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