Laura Hernandez
Mrs. Boresen
Expos, 6
Final Paper
May 20, 2009
Picture this, a young girl becomes sexually active for the first time and after a few days pass she misses her period and finds out she is pregnant. Now comes the biggest decision she may ever have to make; which is to choose to give or end a life of an unborn child. Although, I can’t conform all the way to either pro-life or pro-choice, my morals and beliefs go more towards pro-life. “To say a child is unwanted says nothing about the child, but it says much more about the person who does not want his or her child,” as quoted by Jean Staker Garton. The decision anyone has to make when it comes to wanting a child or not, can always be solved in the result of an abortion.
As I stated earlier, my arguments will be against abortion; which means I am pro-life. Supporting pro-life means believing in the right to not kill an unborn fetus or embryo, because it is a part of the human body and technically is a person. From my own views, I agree with this more than pro-choice because someone should have to deal with any of the consequences of becoming sexually active; which can include pregnancy. Terminating a pregnancy will not solve anyone’s problems, but will create even more. Risks of an abortion include both physical and mental illness that will affect you for the rest of your life. Some physical risks include hemmorage, infection, and perforation. These are all possible due to the procedure of the abortion, and also if the procedure is not done correctly. More physical risks that can also affect any future pregnancies can be breast cancer, a continued pregnancy, or an increased death rate. Besides some health and physical dangers, there are also emotional and mental risks. Sadness, sexual dysfunction, guilt, suicidal thoughts, increased drug and alcohol use, and difficulty maintaining a relationship are all a part of emotional risks one may face after an abortion (Health Risks 1). As stated in the article “Anti-abortion Arguments- Reasons Against Abortion”, abortions may not be one hundred percent hygienic and can create a leeway for many, many types of infections and different medical malpractice situations.
Even though I agree with pro-life, there are many people who agree with pro-choice; which is the opposing side of pro-life. Pro-choice believers go with the idea that any woman should have the right to control their reproductive body. Even knowing the risks of any abortion procedure, pro-choice still encourages the right of woman to do as they please. “Pro choice advocates state a woman is better off to have this controversial procedure rather than have an unwanted baby, look at what statistics have really shown us. The truth is that when interviewing hundreds of thousands of women who have had abortions, the facts prove that they don't feel the sense of relief and equality promised afterwards” (Abortion Arguments for Pro Choice).
Choosing to give life to another human should not be a choice, just because some has made a “mistake” in their eyes. They should not only realize the health risks of an abortion, but should also realize the joy they will once gain after having a child.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Bibliography
Laura Hernandez
Mrs. Boresen
Expos, 6
Bibliography
May 20, 2009
"Arbortion Arguments for Pro Choice." 19 May 2009.
“Abortion Health Risks.” Community Pregnancy: CPC Centers. 19 May 209
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“Anti-abortion Arguments- Reasons Against Abortion.” Buzzle.com. 19 May 2009
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“Quotes Against Abortion.” 18 May 2009.
Mrs. Boresen
Expos, 6
Bibliography
May 20, 2009
"Arbortion Arguments for Pro Choice." 19 May 2009
“Abortion Health Risks.” Community Pregnancy: CPC Centers. 19 May 209
“Anti-abortion Arguments- Reasons Against Abortion.” Buzzle.com. 19 May 2009
“Quotes Against Abortion.” 18 May 2009
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Bibliography
Laura Hernandez
Mrs. Boresen
Expos., Period 6
Bibliography
February 4, 2009
Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition. Houghton Mifflin Company. 2006. 28 January 2009. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mosh.
Douglas Harper. Online Etymology Dictionary. 2001. 28 January 2009. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mosh.
Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary Eleventh Edition. Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Copyright 2008.
Nagle, Jeanne. Violence in Movies, Music, and the Media. The Rosen Publishing Inc. New York, NY 2009.
Random House Inc. 2006. 28 January 2009. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mosh.
Word Net 3.0. Princeton University. 2006. 28 January 2009. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mosh.
Mrs. Boresen
Expos., Period 6
Bibliography
February 4, 2009
Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition. Houghton Mifflin Company. 2006. 28 January 2009. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mosh.
Douglas Harper. Online Etymology Dictionary. 2001. 28 January 2009. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mosh.
Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary Eleventh Edition. Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Copyright 2008.
Nagle, Jeanne. Violence in Movies, Music, and the Media. The Rosen Publishing Inc. New York, NY 2009.
Random House Inc. 2006. 28 January 2009. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mosh.
Word Net 3.0. Princeton University. 2006. 28 January 2009. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mosh.
Essay
Laura Hernandez
Mrs. Boresen
Expos., Period 6
Essay
February 4, 2009
The word mosh comes from the word mash, which basically means to crush something or step on something. It is said that some of the first mosh pits were most likely around in the late 1970’s. But in 1981 at a Black Flag concert in New York, slam dancing was indeed going on in the crowd (“Pit History” 1). Ever since, moshing has evolved into one of the biggest things you would find at a rock show. Breakdown, slam dancing, hardcore, or just simply mosh, are all words most middle American teenagers have heard of at least once before. Along with several other words they all have the same meaning, which is “to engage in uninhibited, often frenzied activities (as intentional collision) with others near the stage at a rock concert” (Merriam-Webster‘s Collegiate Dictionary Eleventh Edition 809). Anyone who has ever experienced or been apart of this would be considered a mosher. Mosher’s would be the typical people who are pumped up in the middle of the arena’s dance floor doing any of the crazy moves, from ninja pitting to crowd surfing. While watching or being near the chaos of moshers, I developed my own opinion. To me, moshers are the crazy, violent fans who are enjoying themselves way too much in the middle of the pit. Just imagine being front and center at a Bring Me The Horizon show, only knowing that the people behind you are going to push you even closer to the stage then you already are; along with that, you’re nervous because you know that there is always that possibility of getting pulled into the mosh pit.
Today, moshing would be considered a type of dance, just like hip-hop, country, or any other type of movement to a beat. Genres of music all have their different styles of dancing. In hip-hop, a dancer would usually be found doing the two-step or the Soulja Boy. Different from other types of dancing, moshing is mostly found in different types of Rock. All the various moshing styles are based upon the genre of Rock it is. Breakcore is a mosh pit mainly used while listening to extreme electronic dance music. But switching over to a song that is mellow yet heavy metal at the same time, slower moshes would be going on; such as grindcore, which is usually referred to as a grind. One of the most popular moshes would be in the form of hardcore dancing. This type of mosh is faster and mechanical, mainly because when doing this the music is harder and faster. Hardcore dancing includes many of the other different types of moshing all in one mosh pit. Everything from wind milling, ninja pitting, crowd circling, and a circle pit are all included just in hardcore dancing. In this generation mosh pits can be either violent or peaceful depending on the type of music being played (“Pit History” 1).
Many people go to Rock concerts knowing that moshing might and will be a factor while at the show. Although they already know this, most of the time there will always be that group of people who don’t enjoy it. Like mentioned before, when and where moshing takes place depends on the genre of the Rock that is being played. When listening to harder bands such as Bring Me The Horizon or Alesana, concert attendees should not be surprised when the moshing starts as soon as the music gets going; whereas other shows that play softer more indie-pop-rock music, concert goers would be shocked if moshing started. So, being at a The Maine or We The Kings show, fans shouldn’t expect to start a circle pit. Studies have shown that music sets the mood, and certain types of rhythms can build intense feelings for people. Faster music is typically played by harder Rock bands, which makes people excited and pumped up. Music that is happier and more upbeat doesn’t make an audience feel as intense. This is where indie-pop-rock comes into effect. (“Violence in Movies, Music, and the Media” 7-8). Fans build off of the bands energy and music, which can either lead to a “happy” dance or a mosh pit.
Music will lead you to feeling different things, whether that emotion is happy, sad, risky, or angry. Depending on the energy around you, that can also lead you to doing different actions. Two-stepping, square dancing, or moshing are all possible outcomes of what genre of music you are listening to. Deciding whether or not to be in the middle of that circle pit getting ready to breakdown into a hardcore dance, or holding onto the barricade for dear life is something to ask yourself. Now you tell me, which one will you be?
Mrs. Boresen
Expos., Period 6
Essay
February 4, 2009
The word mosh comes from the word mash, which basically means to crush something or step on something. It is said that some of the first mosh pits were most likely around in the late 1970’s. But in 1981 at a Black Flag concert in New York, slam dancing was indeed going on in the crowd (“Pit History” 1). Ever since, moshing has evolved into one of the biggest things you would find at a rock show. Breakdown, slam dancing, hardcore, or just simply mosh, are all words most middle American teenagers have heard of at least once before. Along with several other words they all have the same meaning, which is “to engage in uninhibited, often frenzied activities (as intentional collision) with others near the stage at a rock concert” (Merriam-Webster‘s Collegiate Dictionary Eleventh Edition 809). Anyone who has ever experienced or been apart of this would be considered a mosher. Mosher’s would be the typical people who are pumped up in the middle of the arena’s dance floor doing any of the crazy moves, from ninja pitting to crowd surfing. While watching or being near the chaos of moshers, I developed my own opinion. To me, moshers are the crazy, violent fans who are enjoying themselves way too much in the middle of the pit. Just imagine being front and center at a Bring Me The Horizon show, only knowing that the people behind you are going to push you even closer to the stage then you already are; along with that, you’re nervous because you know that there is always that possibility of getting pulled into the mosh pit.
Today, moshing would be considered a type of dance, just like hip-hop, country, or any other type of movement to a beat. Genres of music all have their different styles of dancing. In hip-hop, a dancer would usually be found doing the two-step or the Soulja Boy. Different from other types of dancing, moshing is mostly found in different types of Rock. All the various moshing styles are based upon the genre of Rock it is. Breakcore is a mosh pit mainly used while listening to extreme electronic dance music. But switching over to a song that is mellow yet heavy metal at the same time, slower moshes would be going on; such as grindcore, which is usually referred to as a grind. One of the most popular moshes would be in the form of hardcore dancing. This type of mosh is faster and mechanical, mainly because when doing this the music is harder and faster. Hardcore dancing includes many of the other different types of moshing all in one mosh pit. Everything from wind milling, ninja pitting, crowd circling, and a circle pit are all included just in hardcore dancing. In this generation mosh pits can be either violent or peaceful depending on the type of music being played (“Pit History” 1).
Many people go to Rock concerts knowing that moshing might and will be a factor while at the show. Although they already know this, most of the time there will always be that group of people who don’t enjoy it. Like mentioned before, when and where moshing takes place depends on the genre of the Rock that is being played. When listening to harder bands such as Bring Me The Horizon or Alesana, concert attendees should not be surprised when the moshing starts as soon as the music gets going; whereas other shows that play softer more indie-pop-rock music, concert goers would be shocked if moshing started. So, being at a The Maine or We The Kings show, fans shouldn’t expect to start a circle pit. Studies have shown that music sets the mood, and certain types of rhythms can build intense feelings for people. Faster music is typically played by harder Rock bands, which makes people excited and pumped up. Music that is happier and more upbeat doesn’t make an audience feel as intense. This is where indie-pop-rock comes into effect. (“Violence in Movies, Music, and the Media” 7-8). Fans build off of the bands energy and music, which can either lead to a “happy” dance or a mosh pit.
Music will lead you to feeling different things, whether that emotion is happy, sad, risky, or angry. Depending on the energy around you, that can also lead you to doing different actions. Two-stepping, square dancing, or moshing are all possible outcomes of what genre of music you are listening to. Deciding whether or not to be in the middle of that circle pit getting ready to breakdown into a hardcore dance, or holding onto the barricade for dear life is something to ask yourself. Now you tell me, which one will you be?
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Kyle from TFS :)
Monday, January 12, 2009
Winter Narrative
Somewhere I can always be found is definitely at a concert. I spent the majority of 2008 going to concerts at all sorts of different venues, without a doubt I would be ending my year with another show. The two things that made my winter break were going to the Tickle Me Pink Holiday Extravaganza and The Forgotten Secret show in Ft. Collins.
The best way to start the first weekend of break was knowing where I would be on the twentieth of December. As always, Miranda and I wanted to get to the Aggie Theatre a few hours before the show started. We got to the venue around six, thinking the doors were going to open at seven. Without knowing it, we ended up waiting for two hours in windy, snowy, five-degree weather before they decided to open the doors. To keep ourselves warm and entertained we danced around, listened to our MP3's, and talked to random people. By the time we got in, our whole bodies were numb and we didn’t even want to be at the show anymore. But once the music started, everything seemed to get better except for the drunk, old, smelly ladies by us who couldn’t even stand up any longer. The best part of it all was getting to see Tickle Me Pink return to their home stage after a long US tour with Hawthorne Heights. Despite the drunken ladies and the freezing cold, going to the Tickle Me Pink show was the first highlight of my winter break.
Only a couple days later, Miranda and I would be driving back to Ft. Collins for yet another show on the thirtieth. This time our friends Tony and Brandon decided to tag along with us. Knowing that the venue, Hodi’s Half Note, brought back many memories for Miranda and me we were excited to return in so many different ways. Once we got to the venue, we were too hyper to stand in the cold for the doors to open, so we made our way to a kid's store and Starbucks. We saw so many familiar faces from Max and Steven to the “Magic Carpet Guy”, and got hugs and hellos from Becky, Kyle, Jesse, and Chris whom we rarely get to see. Most importantly, we got to watch great local bands. For me, getting to see our friends in The Forgotten Secret perform was amazing, and I also got to try out my new camera on them.
When asked what I did over my winter break, I won't tell you that I watched the movie That Thing You Do about a hundred times and slept in everyday. But instead, I would say that I froze to death on late nights going to concerts in Ft. Collins and driving home listening to "devil praising" music at two in the morning. Not only that, but I got to spend time with one of my best friends doing what we enjoy most. Seeing Tickle Me Pink and talking to friends was by far the most exciting and best thing I did over my winter break.
The best way to start the first weekend of break was knowing where I would be on the twentieth of December. As always, Miranda and I wanted to get to the Aggie Theatre a few hours before the show started. We got to the venue around six, thinking the doors were going to open at seven. Without knowing it, we ended up waiting for two hours in windy, snowy, five-degree weather before they decided to open the doors. To keep ourselves warm and entertained we danced around, listened to our MP3's, and talked to random people. By the time we got in, our whole bodies were numb and we didn’t even want to be at the show anymore. But once the music started, everything seemed to get better except for the drunk, old, smelly ladies by us who couldn’t even stand up any longer. The best part of it all was getting to see Tickle Me Pink return to their home stage after a long US tour with Hawthorne Heights. Despite the drunken ladies and the freezing cold, going to the Tickle Me Pink show was the first highlight of my winter break.
Only a couple days later, Miranda and I would be driving back to Ft. Collins for yet another show on the thirtieth. This time our friends Tony and Brandon decided to tag along with us. Knowing that the venue, Hodi’s Half Note, brought back many memories for Miranda and me we were excited to return in so many different ways. Once we got to the venue, we were too hyper to stand in the cold for the doors to open, so we made our way to a kid's store and Starbucks. We saw so many familiar faces from Max and Steven to the “Magic Carpet Guy”, and got hugs and hellos from Becky, Kyle, Jesse, and Chris whom we rarely get to see. Most importantly, we got to watch great local bands. For me, getting to see our friends in The Forgotten Secret perform was amazing, and I also got to try out my new camera on them.
When asked what I did over my winter break, I won't tell you that I watched the movie That Thing You Do about a hundred times and slept in everyday. But instead, I would say that I froze to death on late nights going to concerts in Ft. Collins and driving home listening to "devil praising" music at two in the morning. Not only that, but I got to spend time with one of my best friends doing what we enjoy most. Seeing Tickle Me Pink and talking to friends was by far the most exciting and best thing I did over my winter break.
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