Saturday, November 15, 2014
Essay 3
Dear Dad,
Moderization has changed the way people operate their lives on a daily basis. One of the major change that had brought significant effects on individual lines is transportation. In Kelsey's capacity as a college student, it is of utmost importance that you buy her a car. This is because she is responsible, it is both cost and time effecitive aswell as it will be mutually beneficial.
Dad, as a college student, Kelsey has done a remarkable job at maintaining a 4.0 GPA. One might argue that accomplishment is quite minuscule. However, in compassion to other teenagers in similar circumstances, Kelsey has out done them responsibly. Her level of determination and persistance have surpassed that of an average teenager. I am suggesting that you get her a car so she can continue to surpass standards.
If Kelsey were to get a car, it would eventually save you money and time. The cost of cab fare to move from place to place is quite expensive and overtime adds up to a lot of money. Most importantly, you would always have to put your plans on hold to drive her around whenever she does not have cab fare. So taking her from school, to practices, back to school, and home can be exhausting mentally and physically.
It is quite apparent that if Kelsey gets her own car, both you and her would benefit tremendously. You would no longer have to miss important apointments just to take her to and from school. On the other hand Kelsey would not have to miss classes because she does not have a ride.Upon recieving a car, Kelsey will be better able to maintain her GPA, which will enable her chance to get a scholarship. Consequently, you will not have to ay for her tuition single handedly.
Overall Dad the trait of responsibility that Kelsey has shows that she is ready for this change. You are not getting any younger and as such it is important to ensure that all your endeavor are both cost and time effective. After all wasted time can never be regained and neither money. Dad this is not just a venture that will benefit Kelsey bt rather both of you in an admirable way. It will set both of you up for the success that you have aspired to achieve.
Sincerely,
Dawn
Friday, November 7, 2014
Broadcasting Yourself
1. According to Pinsky, what are some of the dangers of watching reality TV shows?
Maybe because we tend to mirror some of the negative behaviors as if we had no home training and that it is acceptable because celebrities do it.
2. Which type of reality show is, in Pinsky's opinion the worst?
He thinks that reality shows such as The Anna Nicole Show, The Osbournes, Britney and Kevin: Chaotic, Breaking Bonduce, and Hey Paula to be malicious.
3. What influences do the producers hav on reality show? How do they manipulate the cast members?
They manipulate the environment constantly to keep the contestants feeling unsettled and challenged to encourage conflict and thus create drama.
4. Pinsky writes that " the road to fame paved with bad behavior". What does he mean by this? Can you think of current reality TV shows?
I have watched Love and Hip Hop a few times. It is all about who they need to stab in the back toget what they want or need just to have that celebrity status.
5. What is narcissism, and why is it so damaging? What does the myth of Narcissus have to do with narcissism?
Fascination with ones self. This can damage a persons view about themselves. The media tends to glamorize the negative behavior and once a person chimes in on the issues that the celebrity has it can damage their emotional well-being. After all they are humans and they still have feelings.
6. What are "weak ties", and why are they important to Pinsky's argument?
Relationships with colleges at work or acquaintance are more useful in spreading certain kinds of info than other networks of close friends and family.
7.This reading is a chapter from Pinsky's book titled The Mirror Effect. Based on this chapter what do you think the "Mirror Effect" is?
How being on reality shows can exploit us in a negative way or positive way. When people come from no money and this is their only way for survival then they will be willing to do anything for fame.
Summary
Many will exploit themselves just to have the celebrity status. The 15 minutes of fame but not realizing what it can do to our self-esteem.
1. Would you be willing to be a contestant on a reality television show? Why or why not? If you had or have children, would you want your children to be on such a show? Why or why not?
No i could not be on camera for anything. I am too shy being in front of others. I also hold a respect and values towards my family. There is no way I would want to degrade myself or my family for 15 minutes of fame. As for my children. I don't think I would want them to do it either. The industry is so cut throat and if you do not have thick skin and or aggressive you will be eaten by wolves. They seem to prey on the weak.
2. Andy Warhol's famous quote "In the future, everybody will be world famous for fifteen minutes" refers to short-lived, meaningless fame; how is Chris Crocker an example of this? Can you think of other examples of flash-in-the pan celebrities? What qualities do they share?
Chris Crocker recieved his by posting a message on Myspace about Brittney Spears. As his views grew larger so did his ego. It showed that he had much more brewing deep inside of him, such as physical and sexual abuse.
3. In addition to asserting that reality TV makes stardom seem within anyone's grasp, Pinsky claims that reality TV has created "a new ethos of morality". What does he mean by that? Do you agree or disagree?
4.Do you agree that narcissism is a serious problem in American society? Why or why not?
Yes I do. It's a pattern that only strong people are willing to break and not continue. Now a days people in our society is all about improvement of themselves. No one is uplifting of others anymore.
5. Does social networking encourage narcissistic behavior among people? Why or why not?
We feed into others misery especially celebrities because they seem to be the easiest targets. They are always the ones in the spotlight so of course we do not want to be talked about in a negative way or seen by others in a negative way so we try to divert others attention to the celebrities.
Maybe because we tend to mirror some of the negative behaviors as if we had no home training and that it is acceptable because celebrities do it.
2. Which type of reality show is, in Pinsky's opinion the worst?
He thinks that reality shows such as The Anna Nicole Show, The Osbournes, Britney and Kevin: Chaotic, Breaking Bonduce, and Hey Paula to be malicious.
3. What influences do the producers hav on reality show? How do they manipulate the cast members?
They manipulate the environment constantly to keep the contestants feeling unsettled and challenged to encourage conflict and thus create drama.
4. Pinsky writes that " the road to fame paved with bad behavior". What does he mean by this? Can you think of current reality TV shows?
I have watched Love and Hip Hop a few times. It is all about who they need to stab in the back toget what they want or need just to have that celebrity status.
5. What is narcissism, and why is it so damaging? What does the myth of Narcissus have to do with narcissism?
Fascination with ones self. This can damage a persons view about themselves. The media tends to glamorize the negative behavior and once a person chimes in on the issues that the celebrity has it can damage their emotional well-being. After all they are humans and they still have feelings.
6. What are "weak ties", and why are they important to Pinsky's argument?
Relationships with colleges at work or acquaintance are more useful in spreading certain kinds of info than other networks of close friends and family.
7.This reading is a chapter from Pinsky's book titled The Mirror Effect. Based on this chapter what do you think the "Mirror Effect" is?
How being on reality shows can exploit us in a negative way or positive way. When people come from no money and this is their only way for survival then they will be willing to do anything for fame.
Summary
Many will exploit themselves just to have the celebrity status. The 15 minutes of fame but not realizing what it can do to our self-esteem.
1. Would you be willing to be a contestant on a reality television show? Why or why not? If you had or have children, would you want your children to be on such a show? Why or why not?
No i could not be on camera for anything. I am too shy being in front of others. I also hold a respect and values towards my family. There is no way I would want to degrade myself or my family for 15 minutes of fame. As for my children. I don't think I would want them to do it either. The industry is so cut throat and if you do not have thick skin and or aggressive you will be eaten by wolves. They seem to prey on the weak.
2. Andy Warhol's famous quote "In the future, everybody will be world famous for fifteen minutes" refers to short-lived, meaningless fame; how is Chris Crocker an example of this? Can you think of other examples of flash-in-the pan celebrities? What qualities do they share?
Chris Crocker recieved his by posting a message on Myspace about Brittney Spears. As his views grew larger so did his ego. It showed that he had much more brewing deep inside of him, such as physical and sexual abuse.
3. In addition to asserting that reality TV makes stardom seem within anyone's grasp, Pinsky claims that reality TV has created "a new ethos of morality". What does he mean by that? Do you agree or disagree?
4.Do you agree that narcissism is a serious problem in American society? Why or why not?
Yes I do. It's a pattern that only strong people are willing to break and not continue. Now a days people in our society is all about improvement of themselves. No one is uplifting of others anymore.
5. Does social networking encourage narcissistic behavior among people? Why or why not?
We feed into others misery especially celebrities because they seem to be the easiest targets. They are always the ones in the spotlight so of course we do not want to be talked about in a negative way or seen by others in a negative way so we try to divert others attention to the celebrities.
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Seeing by Starlight
1. In paragraph 4, what does Flora mean by "cognitive whiplash?
I think she was saying that when paparazzi capture celebrities without make-up, with dingy clothes and their flaws. It shows how normal they are.
2. What is the "cultural niche" that celebrity watching fulfills in our society?
The red carpet, the Super Bowl ring, the hand prints outside Grumans Chinese Theater and it's ability to immortalize.
3. Flora writes that "celebrities provide a common currency in our society in our fractured world." What does she mean by this? Do you agree with her? Can you think of any instances where celebrities provide us with a way to connect?
Finding out gossip about a celebrity lets us realize that they too have issues.It takes us out of our world and puts us into their world. I know that when I was watching a show called "Cribs" that viewed celebrities lifestyle. I started imagining what if I lived like that.What would I do with all this money? Would I spend it the way they do or differently? I stepped outside of myself and the worries that I had and had the chance to be fascinated about someone else excited life.
4. What is the "exposure factor"?
The more the person is exposed the more that we take a liking to that person and their looks.
5. Why, according to Flora, are we so drawn to stars?
That they were once like us watching celebrities and shows just like us.
6. How might a reality TV star and an actor deal with fame differently?
A reality star is more cooperative, wants attention, enjoy publicity whereas an actor ambivalent feeling about fame and how it is tied in with her craft.
Discussion
1. In what ways can star watching be inspiring? What inspirational celebrities can you think of who fulfills this role? What needs can celebrity watching fulfill?
A celebrity that I found inspiring is Morgan Freeman. I watched a documentary that he made of High School students in Mississippi. He filmed this because he wanted to show that in 2010 that they were still have segregated proms. So Freeman wanted to pay for them to have one prom with both races attending. It was insane how the white students did not want to have the prom but state "they are not racist, and they don't feel that whites and blacks should party together." I fault their parents because they were there encouraging them that it was wrong to share the same space as blacks. I like the fact that Freeman brought it to the medias attention that things like this occurs. Even if all did not find this was wrong maybe he touched a few others to see differently.
2. How does celebrity watching affect your friendships?
I don't think it affects my friendship in any way.
3. Using the reading-against-the-grain strategy, can you find any flaw in Flor's argument?
I think she's accurate about it. Although I have yet to meet a celebrity I am sure that I will be excited about meeting one. I can see how we look at newspapers and get excited to read about the gossip in their lives especially when it has to do with money, infidelity, and surgery. We tend to get caught in their life.
4. Think of a current big celebrity; do Flora's points about our fascination with celebrities apply to this celebrity? Why or why not?
Yeah. I'm thinking of Kim Kardashian. How she started out was a bit extreme but now she one of the most famous women talked about. When we heard about her failed marriages many people were excited. Others speculate that she's had surgery to enhance her bottom. Her beauty and her style amazing. We all want to know and or see more of her.
I think she was saying that when paparazzi capture celebrities without make-up, with dingy clothes and their flaws. It shows how normal they are.
2. What is the "cultural niche" that celebrity watching fulfills in our society?
The red carpet, the Super Bowl ring, the hand prints outside Grumans Chinese Theater and it's ability to immortalize.
3. Flora writes that "celebrities provide a common currency in our society in our fractured world." What does she mean by this? Do you agree with her? Can you think of any instances where celebrities provide us with a way to connect?
Finding out gossip about a celebrity lets us realize that they too have issues.It takes us out of our world and puts us into their world. I know that when I was watching a show called "Cribs" that viewed celebrities lifestyle. I started imagining what if I lived like that.What would I do with all this money? Would I spend it the way they do or differently? I stepped outside of myself and the worries that I had and had the chance to be fascinated about someone else excited life.
4. What is the "exposure factor"?
The more the person is exposed the more that we take a liking to that person and their looks.
5. Why, according to Flora, are we so drawn to stars?
That they were once like us watching celebrities and shows just like us.
6. How might a reality TV star and an actor deal with fame differently?
A reality star is more cooperative, wants attention, enjoy publicity whereas an actor ambivalent feeling about fame and how it is tied in with her craft.
Discussion
1. In what ways can star watching be inspiring? What inspirational celebrities can you think of who fulfills this role? What needs can celebrity watching fulfill?
A celebrity that I found inspiring is Morgan Freeman. I watched a documentary that he made of High School students in Mississippi. He filmed this because he wanted to show that in 2010 that they were still have segregated proms. So Freeman wanted to pay for them to have one prom with both races attending. It was insane how the white students did not want to have the prom but state "they are not racist, and they don't feel that whites and blacks should party together." I fault their parents because they were there encouraging them that it was wrong to share the same space as blacks. I like the fact that Freeman brought it to the medias attention that things like this occurs. Even if all did not find this was wrong maybe he touched a few others to see differently.
2. How does celebrity watching affect your friendships?
I don't think it affects my friendship in any way.
3. Using the reading-against-the-grain strategy, can you find any flaw in Flor's argument?
I think she's accurate about it. Although I have yet to meet a celebrity I am sure that I will be excited about meeting one. I can see how we look at newspapers and get excited to read about the gossip in their lives especially when it has to do with money, infidelity, and surgery. We tend to get caught in their life.
4. Think of a current big celebrity; do Flora's points about our fascination with celebrities apply to this celebrity? Why or why not?
Yeah. I'm thinking of Kim Kardashian. How she started out was a bit extreme but now she one of the most famous women talked about. When we heard about her failed marriages many people were excited. Others speculate that she's had surgery to enhance her bottom. Her beauty and her style amazing. We all want to know and or see more of her.
Friday, October 24, 2014
Mid term
Just the thought of enrolling into school was nerve wrecking but exciting at the same time. It brought me back to my early years when I attended Northside Middle school. The night before school I would lay my best shoes and alfit to match on a chair. Somehow I would still wake up an hour earlier than what my clock was set because I was full of excitement. So now I enrolled in college with that same feeling with a little bit of issues.
Transitioning out of the military to become a civilian is difficult. This can be a negative and positive at the same time. We were trained to live by what we call The Warrior Ethos. I will always place the mission first, I will never accept defeat, I will never quit, I will never leave a fall comrade. So as a positive I have the mindset of school being my mission. I will not accept a C because to me that is midway of defeat. There is no possible way I could quit. Not only have I gotten out of the military without completing my goals of retirement but I have kids that depend on me. My classmates are my comrades, if they struggle I will help them even if it is guiding them to the counselors to receive help. As a negative, I am a veteran of many deployments and my experiences can get in my way at times. Truthfully I am afraid to sit in a classroom with 20 students. There are days that I feel like I'm back in Afghanistan and every one is a threat. I get so nervous that it prevents me from going to class. I know it will take time but I am so determined to succeed so I'm willing to put in therapy time.
Even though I have these issues I am focused on succeeding so I can help others. What I liked about Pikes Peak Community College is that they have help for veterans. They have their own section just to help veterans with applying for their GI Bill, which pays for school. If it is too busy to sign up for classes at enrollment we can always go up stairs to the VA lounge without having to wait for too long. They also have helpful information there about tutoring, certificate programs, and even if you want to do homework in a quiet place you are welcome to go. Now that we are in the halfway point it seems as if its getting tough but I like the challenge. I helps me to be a better student. I think I can study more and putting more effort into my assignments would help my grades even more.
I feel that what you put into school is what you ill get out of it. If you study the minimum amount or not at all it will reflect and show on your grades. You have to have it in your mind and heart that the reasons why you want to go to school. Have your goals in mind as a refresher when you feel yourself falling behind or wanting to give up. I understand that there will be hard times as well as good times in school but I keep giving myself positive affirmations and push through. This is a new change for me. I have little doubt that I will fail. There is too much resources out there to help me and I advise everyone to at least try and see how it is. I was a soldier fighting for my country but now I am a student striving to succeed in college and life.
Transitioning out of the military to become a civilian is difficult. This can be a negative and positive at the same time. We were trained to live by what we call The Warrior Ethos. I will always place the mission first, I will never accept defeat, I will never quit, I will never leave a fall comrade. So as a positive I have the mindset of school being my mission. I will not accept a C because to me that is midway of defeat. There is no possible way I could quit. Not only have I gotten out of the military without completing my goals of retirement but I have kids that depend on me. My classmates are my comrades, if they struggle I will help them even if it is guiding them to the counselors to receive help. As a negative, I am a veteran of many deployments and my experiences can get in my way at times. Truthfully I am afraid to sit in a classroom with 20 students. There are days that I feel like I'm back in Afghanistan and every one is a threat. I get so nervous that it prevents me from going to class. I know it will take time but I am so determined to succeed so I'm willing to put in therapy time.
Even though I have these issues I am focused on succeeding so I can help others. What I liked about Pikes Peak Community College is that they have help for veterans. They have their own section just to help veterans with applying for their GI Bill, which pays for school. If it is too busy to sign up for classes at enrollment we can always go up stairs to the VA lounge without having to wait for too long. They also have helpful information there about tutoring, certificate programs, and even if you want to do homework in a quiet place you are welcome to go. Now that we are in the halfway point it seems as if its getting tough but I like the challenge. I helps me to be a better student. I think I can study more and putting more effort into my assignments would help my grades even more.
I feel that what you put into school is what you ill get out of it. If you study the minimum amount or not at all it will reflect and show on your grades. You have to have it in your mind and heart that the reasons why you want to go to school. Have your goals in mind as a refresher when you feel yourself falling behind or wanting to give up. I understand that there will be hard times as well as good times in school but I keep giving myself positive affirmations and push through. This is a new change for me. I have little doubt that I will fail. There is too much resources out there to help me and I advise everyone to at least try and see how it is. I was a soldier fighting for my country but now I am a student striving to succeed in college and life.
Friday, October 10, 2014
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