...So Much Water So Close To Home Raymond Carver This short story by Raymond Carver is about this man called Stuart. Stuart lives with his wife Claire. The story is told from Claire, and her perspective. In the start, the story takes place at a river, some miles away from Stuart and Claire’s home. At this river Stuart and some of his friends, is out for a real man trip. They are fishing, drinking and doing all, of such things men does on a trip like this. In the middle of this trip, one of the men finds a dead body of a girl, in the river. They do not call the police, because they will not ruin the trip. So they decide to call the police after the trip when they was about to go home. Stuart comes home and telling this story to Claire, and that’s really where the story takes start and the action first begins. Shortly after this we can see, that the real action, is about, Stuart and Claire’s relationship, and how Claire is. The settings in the start are at a river, miles away from Stuart’s home. It’s not described very well, but I have an imagination, at how this place the men is at, is a normally place in a forest near a river. Maybe there is a bonfire place, with some stones around it, and they are sitting there in a circle. Otherwise the story takes place several different locations, there isn’t described very much in this short story. A characterization of Claire: In the text, it appears that Claire is mentally ill. It is only, if you read the whole story, it makes sense...
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...Kirsten Richardson My Side of the Mountain January 25, 2015 The outdoor field trip I had with the students of East Buchanan was amazing! It blew my mind on much the students were able to link the book to the field trip together. I believe that students should learn survival skills just like Sam did in the book, even though some parts of the book where not realistic. Students of all ages should learn certain survival skills for living, because you may never know when they might be needed. The outdoor day at Fontana is a great for students to learn some of those skills, but also using the book “My Side of the Mountain”. At first I didn’t know what to expect, but I will say it was great experience to attend. I would have to say that one of my favorite parts of the day was ice fishing with the students in my group. It was great to see how the students were so excited about ice fishing, since not many of the have ever been on the ice let alone ice fishing. In the group there was one student who really stood out me during ice fishing because she caught two fish during the activity. She seemed to have a negative attitude about being here and during the first activity, she didn’t want to participate that much. However when she caught her first fish and then her second fish, it seemed her whole attitude changed about the experience she was able to attend. I personally enjoyed moving around on the ice and talking not only with the students, but also the other adults that were also...
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...One experience that developed my character was hiking, and getting lost in one of the most rigorous mountain ranges in the country. In August of 2016, I had the opportunity to spend a month with my family friend Cheryl in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Cheryl is the toughest woman I have ever met, which is evident through her avid hunting, fishing, and any other action sport you can think of. As a kid whose greatest hike had been up his street prior to the trip, I felt a bit overwhelmed when she informed me of what we would be doing. Two days after my arrival, in Cheryl’s lifted Ram 2500 truck, we drove to the Grand Tetons. In pure effort to inform me, and not invoke any sense of fear, she took the opportunity to describe the various species of Bear...
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...There was a girl named Rapunzel who despised the woods. She was only 7 years old when her parents were killed. Ever since that days she’s never been back to the woods. Rapunzel often thinks theres something she could have done to help them, but the doctors told her she would have died. Whenever she thinks about it she gets emotional remembering her parents piercing screams as her feet padded the ground. They were going on a fishing trip to the The Spot as they called it. Rapunzel and her parents had been there many times but the beauty of it never seized to amaze them. Being an only child had its perks, Rapunzel always got what she wanted but she was never stuck up about it.On the way to The Spot, they heard a crackling noise. Terrified, Rapunzel screamed as loud as a 7 year old could. Though her parents didn't want to say anything, they had a bad feeling something was going to happen. They told her that they were canceling the trip because they just got word that there was a storm coming. Even though she was sad, she listened so that they didn't get wet. As they were walking back, her parents were looking into the distance at the wildebeest jones. They told her to run to the house and that they would be behind her when she reached the house, they were just going to be picking up something for the house. When she was running she heard a loud pitching scream and started running harder. She went tot he neighbors and told them what she heard and to help her parents. After what felt...
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...Canada Fishing Trip The sound of waves smashing up against the side of the plane. “Do you want to ride up in the front?” the pilot asks me as we get on the plane. I responded with an exiting “yes” and jumped in the front. I put on a headset and talked to the pilot. About thirty minutes later we landed on the lake we were going to fish at. The plane landed on the water creating huge waves that crashed against the dock like a fish slamming its body against the side of a boat. I jumped out of the plane and notice the cabin, it was way bigger than it looked in the pictures. We brought our luggage inside and dropped it off in a room. We separated our fishing equipment from everything else because we were about to go fishing. The first day I decided to go fishing with my grandpa, we put everything in the boat and jumped in. About ten minutes later we got to our first spot, we dropped our lines in the water and right when my jig hit the bottom of the lake I got a hit. It was tugging on my line so I reeled it in. I brought it up to the top of the lake and picked it up. “That looks like a good fish for eating,” said my grandpa. Two hours of nonstop hits later we went in for lunch. When we got back my grandpa was in the front filleting fish, when he was done he asked me to throw all of...
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...was saved, however, he was diagnosed with uremia, which surely caused by the physical contractions between the toxic drug chemicals and my son’s body, according to the doctor. The medical payment for my son is extremely high, so, I have to find some other way to make more money. Normally, people like me in Mexico have two ways to make more money. One is the easier way by dealing with drug; another is the harder way by crossing the US boarder to chasing dream in America. I hate drugs, so, there would be only one option for me. Trip to US Making a decision is hard, especially for this kind. But, like I said, I don’t have any choices. I have to go for myself, my child and my whole families. In Mexico, there are many travel agencies which offer “special service” to help the travelers cross the border. After comparing services and doing some researchers, I finally chose one agency and paid them 3,500 peso one-time fees. The agent promised me that the trip will be easy and safe; however, it came out with a nightmare. I left my home on the...
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...take year 8 students from our school to attend our trip.We changed our choice because we thought that it was the most convenient year for us in terms of organization and discipline in edition whole Y8 group,had not being on a trip in a last academic year.The proximate age of students is 12-13 years old,they are not very small children,which makes easier to control them and contact with them,but also they are not adults,for that reason we would have enough authority to organize them and carry out an successful trip. We had a lot ideas where we can go,but we decided to narrow all these down to the 3 most convenient places:Benidorm,Alicante and Valencia.We discussed each in terms of cost,interest and convenience for all of participants.We distributed our work among group members:Patricia,Sofia and Valeria made the feasibility including a SWOT analysis of Benidorm,Dario did the SWOT analysis of Valencia,and I did of Alicante. *fesibility studies Mission statement: The mission statement was to develop and improve the student's knowledge about their own country and what they can find in nearby cities.Creating a pleasant and nice atmosphere for children and staff by organizing and exciting entertaining and what is really important is educational day trip. Aims: 1.Develop our team working skills. 2.Improving year 8...
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...DearMrRandylittle Great news! The field trip for the Oceanography Class this term is a trip to Scripps Institute Oceanography Center in San Diego, Ca. The date is October 11th. This field trip will begin at 6:00 am and last until 7:00 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet with professional oceanographers and gain occupational information directly from them. Details of a career in this field will be presented. In addition a complete tour of the facility will be conducted. The trip will commence at the bus parking lot on the South Campus. Please be on time as this trip has considerable travel time involved. We want to spend as much time as possible at the aquarium. Don’t forget your notebooks. A log is required. There will be a test on the subject matter next week. Sincerely, Richard G. Little 1456 East Philadelphia Street Ontario, CA 91761 (909) 947-5143 E-mail: rlittle@hotmail.com August 11, 2002 MsSharonlittleOceanography, ES10Ms MsOnatrioCAMs DearMsSharonlittle Great news! The field trip for the Oceanography Class this term is a trip to Scripps Institute Oceanography Center in San Diego, Ca. The date is October 11th. This field trip will begin at 6:00 am and last until 7:00 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet with professional oceanographers and gain occupational information directly from them. Details of a career in this field will be presented. In addition a complete tour of the facility will be conducted. The trip will commence at the bus parking...
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...| | | Business Trip Checklist | | | While You Are Away: Preparing the Office ☒ | Organize any necessary meetings to take place on your trip; book appointments and meeting rooms. | ☐ | If traveling internationally, obtain any necessary paperwork and vaccinations. | ☐ | Familiarize yourself with local business customs common at destination. | ☐ | Confirm appointments, schedules, reservations, etc. | ☐ | Tie up any loose ends at the office (finish up projects; set up out-of-office replies; notify or remind coworkers about your departure). | ☐ | Print out hard copies of presentations, agendas, and important documents. | While You Are Away: Preparing the Home ☐ | Arrange for child, pet, and plant care; communicate needs and schedules. | ☐ | Pause routine deliveries. | ☐ | Make your home seem lived-in while away by putting lights and a radio on timers. | ☐ | Turn down thermostat. | ☐ | Leave house and car keys, and your complete itinerary, with a trusted friend. | ☐ | Lock windows, garages, and doors. | Packing for the Trip ☐ | Make a list of the specific items of clothing you’ll need to pack for your trip to suit the various functions you’ll attend. | ☐ | Try to pack everything you need in a carry-on bag, to avoid the possibility of lost luggage. | ☐ | If you check your bag, pack a second set of business clothes and toiletries in a carry-on bag, in case of lost luggage. | ☐ | Print several copies of this checklist, and save a copy on your...
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...My variety of different experiences will help me contribute to the diversity in the Physical Therapy Program. One of my experiences that really stand apart from others is my participation in a mission trip to Honduras. I joined students from the University of Connecticut Health School to provide free healthcare to inhabitants of small villages and cities in the area. The trip taught me the importance of providing healthcare to poverty stricken areas and the effect it can have on the communities. The experience also really cemented the importance of being tolerant of different cultures and areas of the world. You need to be truly passionate about providing a better life for the people that come from less fortunate circumstances, but also understanding of their ways of life. If you are doing something just because you think it looks good and would benefit yourself; your goals become very transparent and those you are helping can tell right away you aren’t really there for them. There was no greater feeling then seeing the smile on the children’s faces while we worked with them to get them better or the clear look of thankfulness on the people who will never take what we provided them for granted. I would love to have the opportunity to provide physical therapy to similar areas of need, which I can successfully contribute to the program at MGH IHP. I have also had different experiences relating directly to the field that have all been quite diverse. My first...
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...time that I have applied leadership and an immense amount of communication is when my family and I head down to Mexico on a missions trip. Once a year we pack our bags and head across borders driving a total of 16 hours, going into the heart of Mexico we drive through Chihuahua City arriving at a little town called Anahuac. Inside Anahuac is an orphanage called “Casa de la Esperanza,” it is filled with laughter and a second chance for kids who never got the attention and love they deserved. This orphanage has roughly 40-70 kids a year ranging in size, age, and backgrounds you would never wish on anyone. Hearing some of these children’s stories and where they came from would never reflect on who they were on the inside, all these kids want is love and friendship and they would quickly give it back. The very first time we arrived at Casa a lot was going through my mind, since this was a new experience that was out of my comfort zone. I felt times like these really help expand and push limits of leadership and communication that benefit and support a community in need. Casa is truly an amazing place that focuses their vision not on themselves but on the neighboring community, they supply and conduct food drives, medical exams and taking care of whatever else needs to be done in the town of Anahuac. After hearing what was expected of us in this trip I knew I was going to thrive and truly help make a difference. Casa takes in these children...
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...Every year more than one-third of Americans (35%) take a vacation somewhere around the world. Unless you just pick up and leave you are going to need to pack to make this trip more enjoyable, but along with packing comes stress. From personal experience I find packing very overwhelming but with a little help it can be a quick and easy process. Start off with making a list. Creating a list can ensure you don't leave out and important items that could cause any stress when arriving to your special destination. List clothing, toiletries, accessories, electronics, and some things to do when you have down time. Firstly, you should start with the clothing you are going to pack; clothes that will make you feel comfortable in a warm environment. If you are going to go hiking make sure you bring lots of tank tops and shorts and along with that tennis shoes so your feet are comfortable. If you are going to go to the beach or hang around pool side make sure you bring lots of bathing suits. Bring extra so when you are at the pool or beach the other pairs could be air drying back at the hotel. For going out to dinner pack more casual because when you are at the beach you don't really get dressed up. Men can wear button down shirts and Women can wear dresses....
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...Have you ever felt as if you were living the dream? That anything bad in your life just disappeared? That’s exactly how I felt on June 1st 2015 in Troy Missouri. The sun was shining down on me as the wind blew at just the perfect speed, in which made my hair spin as if I was in a tornado. And at this moment I knew my life was perfect, and nothing could change that. But I guess I thought a bit too soon, because before all the paradise came the 13 hour long and painful car ride. The car ride felt like a never ending lecture from your parents. And the worst part about it was that there was no amazing scenery on the way there, so all you could do was stare at long fields of green and brown hills. After 13 long hours of nausea and suffering my...
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...When I was younger I used to go on hunting and fishing trips with my father. In scrapbooks one might see a young child around three years old on a man’s back in a baby backpack surrounded by mesquite and cacti. That baby was me. During one fishing trip, when I was about the same age as I mentioned above, my father and I had a bucket that was filled with live minnows that he intended on using as bait. I, however, had a different use for them. After a couple of minutes of tying hooks and setting up bobbers my father turned around to retrieve a couple of minnows in order for him to bait the hooks. Instead of finding minnows, he found me. Upon closer inspection he realized that I had used the minnows for my own fishing experience. I had stuffed...
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...been fishing for eighty-four days and has not caught a fish. This symbolizes defeat in Santiago’s life. Santiago does not intend on giving up, but instead he has determination and tells himself that he will go fishing every day until he finally catches a fish. Santiago has a lot of pride in himself, and I find this to be a very rare trait, especially in today’s world. The theme of The Old Man and the Sea is to never give up in any circumstance, because you never know what might happen next. Santiago never gave up and went fishing every day until he hooked the marlin, and he stayed with that marlin until he was able to kill it. When the sharks began to attack Santiago’s boat so they could eat the marlin, Santiago knew it was hopeless and that he would lose the fish, but he still fought them off as long as he could. Even though Santiago was defeated in his fishing trip, he emerged as a hero to not only himself, but to all the people around him as well. The Old Man and the Sea has a few characters. First, there is Santiago who is a fisherman that has not caught a fish in over eighty days but refuses to give up. Santiago is the “Old Man” in the story’s title and knows more than most people about fishing and the water. Santiago is a very humble man and he has a lot of self confidence in all of the things that he does. Manolin, who seems to be Santiago’s apprentice, is a young boy that helps Santiago with his fishing. Ever since Santiago has been having bad luck with his fishing, Manolin’s...
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