Meg
Blonde, strong, happy, amusing
Daughter of Sue and Stewart Fitzpatrick
Who loves volleyball, soccer, summer
Who is afraid of dying, being unsuccessful, sitting home on her parents' couch for the rest of her life.
Who wants to see the world, learn to play guitar, make lots of money :)
Resident of the Bucket :P
Fitzpatrick
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Jumble Story
6 - a homeless child
2 - a wedding reception
4 - after a big meal
9 - something embarrassing has just happened
"Of course, if you had told me that I'd be making this speech twenty years ago, I would never have believed you. Bryon and I certainly had our differences as kids, to put it nicely! We fought and...", the pink-gowned bride's maid spoke to her brother's guests. I tried to pretend that I was paying attention, and I did catch a few lines here and there, "I would do anything for him. Bryon is my friend, my confidante, and my partner in crime. He's a thoughtful, giving brother, and a...".
So, my name's Lil. Just Lil. It could be short for Lillian, or anything, for all I know. I live on the streets, alone. Sometimes I meet friends, but they don't stay long because they, too, have to survive. I'm only a teenager. I started counting my age about six years ago; that makes me around 16 now, just guessing. Though I don't have much of a life, I still dream. My biggest dream is to get married and that's why I'm listening to a wedding toast right now. I know I will never get married, but just being at a wedding fills the want that I have occasionally. So, I scrummaged up some clothing - I use that word "scrummaged" a lot because I don't like to say steal - and walked a few blocks until I came across what I was looking for. A wedding.
It's a big wedding, and I shouldn't be noticed. I'm dressed the part so who will ever know. "The best thing about Bryon and Cathy, however, is the way that they fit together...", again the red-haired woman speaks. I sit alone and close to the buffet table, but not too far from the door so I can grab a quick meal then spilt before anyone notices. I've done this a few times before, and I have the technique kind of down-pat. The speech comes to an end and I quickly make my way over to the long, rectangular table that holds my supper for the next few days. My plate starts empty then within seconds is overflowing with food. People are starting to stare a bit, but I'm just too hungry to care. Suddenly, a woman with a clipboard approaches me and asks my name and where I am seated. Busted. I grab my rounded plate of food and walk quickly, too quickly for the steps beneath me. Next thing I know, I'm on the floor and everyone is gazing at me. What have I done...
2 - a wedding reception
4 - after a big meal
9 - something embarrassing has just happened
"Of course, if you had told me that I'd be making this speech twenty years ago, I would never have believed you. Bryon and I certainly had our differences as kids, to put it nicely! We fought and...", the pink-gowned bride's maid spoke to her brother's guests. I tried to pretend that I was paying attention, and I did catch a few lines here and there, "I would do anything for him. Bryon is my friend, my confidante, and my partner in crime. He's a thoughtful, giving brother, and a...".
So, my name's Lil. Just Lil. It could be short for Lillian, or anything, for all I know. I live on the streets, alone. Sometimes I meet friends, but they don't stay long because they, too, have to survive. I'm only a teenager. I started counting my age about six years ago; that makes me around 16 now, just guessing. Though I don't have much of a life, I still dream. My biggest dream is to get married and that's why I'm listening to a wedding toast right now. I know I will never get married, but just being at a wedding fills the want that I have occasionally. So, I scrummaged up some clothing - I use that word "scrummaged" a lot because I don't like to say steal - and walked a few blocks until I came across what I was looking for. A wedding.
It's a big wedding, and I shouldn't be noticed. I'm dressed the part so who will ever know. "The best thing about Bryon and Cathy, however, is the way that they fit together...", again the red-haired woman speaks. I sit alone and close to the buffet table, but not too far from the door so I can grab a quick meal then spilt before anyone notices. I've done this a few times before, and I have the technique kind of down-pat. The speech comes to an end and I quickly make my way over to the long, rectangular table that holds my supper for the next few days. My plate starts empty then within seconds is overflowing with food. People are starting to stare a bit, but I'm just too hungry to care. Suddenly, a woman with a clipboard approaches me and asks my name and where I am seated. Busted. I grab my rounded plate of food and walk quickly, too quickly for the steps beneath me. Next thing I know, I'm on the floor and everyone is gazing at me. What have I done...
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
New Brunswick Public Safety: New Driving Rules
New Brunswick Public Safety are enforcing new rules for residents with a graduate drivers license (GDL). These rules will come into effect on June 1st of this year and require that drivers under the age of 21 maintain a zero-per-cent blood alcohol content when driving and can only be accompanied by 3 other passengers. Drivers with a level 1 GDL are restricted from driving between 12 and 5 a.m., and level 2 drivers between 12 and 5 a.m. except for education purposes, work purposes, or if accompanied by a driver with a class 5 license or 5 years of experience. Some people agree completely with these new rules and regulations; while others disagree for different purposes.
The first rule on topic is the blood alcohol content or (BAC). This rule is obviously a must. If the drinking age is 19, then you absolutely should have a zero-per-cent BAC; and for those of drinking age to age 21, they shouldn't be drinking and driving either. In fact, no one should be drinking and driving.
Young drivers are inexperienced and excited for the independence. Having other people in the car could cause a distraction for beginners. The rule that only 3 passengers can accompany a driver helps lessen distractions for drivers, resulting in an overall safer drive for both passengers and driver, as well as others on the road.
The rule that drivers with a GDL must be off the road between 12 and 5 a.m. is a given, as well. After midnight, you are tired and aren't as quick to see something on the road or pay as much attention to the main priority. If for work or education purposes, and if you're returning that late, another person should take the wheel anyways.
Though most of these rules seem sensible to the everyday person, occasionally people do disagree. Some have gone as far to say that it is discrimination against the poor to not allow drivers with a GDL drive between 12 and 5 a.m.. They say that poor people can't find drives for young drivers between these hours and that the rich can. Personally I think this is being immature. Just because you're poor, doesn't mean you can't find a drive. I mean if you're poor, should you even have a car at all?
New Brunswick Public Safety's new driving rules are coming into effect on June 1st of this year. The rules are made to benefit the safety of young drivers, along with others on the road. Maybe, with a little cooperation, the roads will be safer in the near future.
The first rule on topic is the blood alcohol content or (BAC). This rule is obviously a must. If the drinking age is 19, then you absolutely should have a zero-per-cent BAC; and for those of drinking age to age 21, they shouldn't be drinking and driving either. In fact, no one should be drinking and driving.
Young drivers are inexperienced and excited for the independence. Having other people in the car could cause a distraction for beginners. The rule that only 3 passengers can accompany a driver helps lessen distractions for drivers, resulting in an overall safer drive for both passengers and driver, as well as others on the road.
The rule that drivers with a GDL must be off the road between 12 and 5 a.m. is a given, as well. After midnight, you are tired and aren't as quick to see something on the road or pay as much attention to the main priority. If for work or education purposes, and if you're returning that late, another person should take the wheel anyways.
Though most of these rules seem sensible to the everyday person, occasionally people do disagree. Some have gone as far to say that it is discrimination against the poor to not allow drivers with a GDL drive between 12 and 5 a.m.. They say that poor people can't find drives for young drivers between these hours and that the rich can. Personally I think this is being immature. Just because you're poor, doesn't mean you can't find a drive. I mean if you're poor, should you even have a car at all?
New Brunswick Public Safety's new driving rules are coming into effect on June 1st of this year. The rules are made to benefit the safety of young drivers, along with others on the road. Maybe, with a little cooperation, the roads will be safer in the near future.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
When I Grow Up
The article I have chosen is "When I Grow Up" by Sara D.Wyckoff from the Teen Inc. Magazine site.The link is http://www.teenink.com/Opinion/article/101448/When-I-Grow-Up/ . The thesis of the article is what teens want to do in the future, and that the real answer is to simply be happy in whatever it is.
The opening paragraph gives a small idea of the thesis as it talks about the future dreams of small children. It captures your attention but doesn't give the main idea right away.
The six paragraphs of this article all relate in how teens decide their future. The author speaks her own opinion and experiences; like how she was expected to give a confident answer on what she plans for her future, but doesn't agree that she should have to decide what she wants to do in 30 years because chances are her opinion won't be the same in that time. "When I think about the future, I definitely don’t see myself working at the Market Basket, but in reality, if that was what would make me happy, I would do it. So, the next time someone asks me what I want to be when I grow up, I will simply say 'happy'." She convinced me of her argument because I'm a teenager as well, and her opinion is much the same as mine.
To strengthen the article, I think the writer should have put in quotes or examples from other opinions to support why hers is more important. I think the conclusion is effective because it summarizes the point and ends in a statement.
I like that the writer is opinionated and sort of speaks for others her age. Shes optimistic in that she thinks any ones future is good as long as they're happy.
The opening paragraph gives a small idea of the thesis as it talks about the future dreams of small children. It captures your attention but doesn't give the main idea right away.
The six paragraphs of this article all relate in how teens decide their future. The author speaks her own opinion and experiences; like how she was expected to give a confident answer on what she plans for her future, but doesn't agree that she should have to decide what she wants to do in 30 years because chances are her opinion won't be the same in that time. "When I think about the future, I definitely don’t see myself working at the Market Basket, but in reality, if that was what would make me happy, I would do it. So, the next time someone asks me what I want to be when I grow up, I will simply say 'happy'." She convinced me of her argument because I'm a teenager as well, and her opinion is much the same as mine.
To strengthen the article, I think the writer should have put in quotes or examples from other opinions to support why hers is more important. I think the conclusion is effective because it summarizes the point and ends in a statement.
I like that the writer is opinionated and sort of speaks for others her age. Shes optimistic in that she thinks any ones future is good as long as they're happy.
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