Let's Start with Happiness

Is happiness an emotional state? Is happiness based on self-wealth? Is happiness life? Is happiness a success? I, personally, have encountered some typical settings that can never lead me to here or there. These are the general based theories that most people think happiness is; but we never stop to look at where we could end up if we thought of happiness in these particular ways. Due to happiness being a long-term goal everyone would love to accomplish, it is almost impossible to be content with it. We, as people, are always in a race or competition to outdo one another, and that’s when the definition of happiness is changed.

Never the less, I believe happiness does not mean everything is perfect but you decided to look beyond the imperfections. Life is filled with ups and downs, and maybe even some turnarounds. You may not get everything out of life that you wanted but it is up to you to make the best possible situation out of it. You have to look beyond the imperfection, look at how you would rather it be, and take actions towards making it better. It will only bring you towards a happier solution to know that you brought change and made the situation better. Happiness comes from within you; what you put in is what you will get out. If you expect good things then they shall come. Do not think of your situation as being the worse but more where you want to be or want, instead, think and speak in terms of what you do want. Follow your intuition, take action, and trust you will experience happiness. There is nothing better than to be happy with what you have, yourself, and all you will and want to accomplish. Check yourself and see what needs to be done so you can be happy! Remember, happiness comes from within and is what you are capable of doing. 

Let Me Write!!

Thinking about writing in an English class is an unbalanced emotion. When I am given a certain topic that is not of my interest it tends to be hard to write about versus a topic given that I can relate to is easy to put together.  In high school, I was in AP English, so most writings were based on a book. I often struggled through this class, because the books were written by brilliant authors like William Shakespeare. I rarely understood his thought process; therefore I was limited in my writings and shorthanded my essays. I would spend hours trying to correct one sentence to make sure it fits what I believe Shakespeare could have been talking about.

As Americans we are given the freedom of expression. In classes, we aren’t always given that option. Giving a student a topic that does not give them options hinders their ability, just as it was done to me. I felt as if I was the only person struggling or the weak link of the group. I was challenged to the point that I could not think. I began to stress over this class, which affected my other grades in my stronger subjects. All my attention was drawn to this one subject, because failure is not an option. If English classes weren’t so limited to topics to write about, I would have a better outlook on the subject.

The Masterpiece To My Puzzle

     There are many ways to define a family, but they all have one common connection: love. Regardless of what type, all families also need to be nurtured and strengthened from time to time. Families are where we learn values, skills, and behavior. Strong families manage and control their learning experiences. Strong families have a sense of loyalty and devotion toward family members. A family sticks together. Love is at the heart of a family. All humans have the need to love and to be loved; a family is normally the place where love is expressed.

     I believe in keeping my family together, because at the end of the day, they are all I have. I have a very average sized family, and we always love to do family outings at least once a month. Some outings may include cruises, the movies, family gatherings, holiday cooking, Sunday dinner, etc. At these times, we tend to let go of all our drama and enjoy each other. Now that I am in college, I miss some of those events and it saddens my heart to not be there. But looking on the bright side, I am making them proud. The most important thing I love to see my family do is smile and that’s why I do what I do.

Let's be Smart!!!

It's not just teens who are texting while driving – their parents are doing it too. So, we can’t just blame it on the teens. We have totally let technology take over the world. For an example, you know when you get that very important text message and you're driving? I mean it is a must that you look at it! As soon as your eyes are taken off the road, everything goes downhill; you may crash and hurt you and others around. So, why text and drive? Why even create something that could have always been avoided? Why hurt someone around you that haven’t done anything to you? Why put yourself in a position to harm others?

We aren't always aware of the things we do that are not good for our society until something bad happens. Then we would say, “I should have waited to send that text." But little did you know it was too late now. The latest federal figures show more than 3,000 people died in car accidents in 2010 because of drivers who were texting, using a phone or were distracted by something else. Let’s not continue to let materialistic things endanger our community. Remember the next time you drive, IT CAN WAIT!