Tuesday, May 8, 2012

What has influenced me?

I often don’t read book in my free time, but I recently read a book called Th1rteen R3asons Why by Jay Asher.  The book is about a High School girl named Hannah Baker who commits suicide.  Before doing so she taped herself telling certain individuals why she decided to end her life.  The tapes are passed on from person to person, and each person plays a role in her suicide.  Thus, giving the title meaning, when being passed between the thirteen people you realize that even the small things that you say can affect a person’s self-esteem. The story made me personally reflect, and think twice about the things I say to people.  Even though I may be joking, some people may not find it humorous, and may take it personal.  I honestly don’t know what I would do if I had ever been personally involved in the reason why someone had committed suicide.  I think the book is a great way for people to look outside the box, and think about other people’s feelings. 

21 Jump Street


I finally got to see 21 Jump Street after hearing all the amazing reviews from it. I found it to be absolutely hilarious, and couldn't stop laughing. I had never seen the actually show 21 jump street, but from my understanding the movie was based off the show. In the movie pair of underachieving cops are sent back to a local high school to blend in and bring down a drug ring. I should've known the movie would be hilarious considering Jonah Hill was one of the star actors. I don’t think I’ve seen any movie where he’s in it that I don’t think is hilarious. I recommend everyone to see the movie!

Canada

Randomly over the weekend my best friend, and I were talking about how we haven't traveled much and decided this summer would be a perfect time to start! I've personally never been on a plane, and we came up with a plan to go to Canada this summer! It's a completely spur of the moment kind of trip, and in reality I'm terrified that my first time being on a plane will be with someone who's never been on a plane either. Maybe that will make the flight more interesting? It'll be a nice change of pace to just relax and go someone that I've never been before!  We haven't exactly figured out which location we want to visit just yet.  We plan to go at the end of July, I'm sure by then things will become less spontaneous. Hopefully the whole thing works out with few complications, and we have a great time!