In a Nutshell

Most people would define me as quiet laid back and reserved, but I am anything but that. For those who know me well, I am outgoing, spontaneous and open minded with a great sense of humor. I get most of my traits from my mother and the close group of family and friends I am around. Growing up in a diverse community along with how I received my education play's a big part in how I am today. Growing up in Santa Cruz California was one interesting place to be raised. Between the beaches, hippies, and the Boardwalk, I guess you can say that Santa Cruz was the typical melting pot of any small city. But the Best thing about Santa Cruz was the education system. I was fortunate enough to experience some of it for myself. In the winter of 2004, my family and I moved to the Bay area. Moving here was like moving to a different planet. The school system was horrible. Despite that, my goals were still met. Today I am a part of the Year up foundation. And I have many more goals to accomplish

Academic stage

When the topic of high school comes up, most people automatically think about the classic Cheerleader and jock. Some even think about the nerd who was in the band and asked for homework on the weekends. For some people high school is a totally different arena. For me, my goal for high school was just to finish and get that diploma in the grasp of my hands. I come from two parents who did not graduate nor did they finish high school. So I had a lot on my plate. Freshman year all the way up to senior year was challenge. The school that I went to had secondary education plans and teachers, so most of us had to make that situation work for us the best way that we could. when senior year came around, I was on the ball. I had nothing to worry about. On June 13 2010, I received my diploma and I had a grade point average of 3.4. Many people helped me get there, and I will never forget them. Those were the main events of my academic stage.

The power of language

Yesterday in my business communications class, we were told to think about the way we talk, and the context we  use our words in. I immediately started to think about the people I always hang around and how they have a big influence on the way I use my language in society. When I'm conversing with people like my close friends and family, I notice that the correct standard of English seems to fly out of the door. I start using terms like " whats good", and other different slang terminology. I also noticed that I use it so much, that sometimes it can come out in places like the work place and school. I started to realize that the way I speak can have a huge effect on the way other people can view me. So I decided to make a list of slang words that I use on a daily basis. each word contains something that I thought was interesting  . I practice a little bit everyday not to use these words, so that my vocabulary will be stronger than what it was. whether we like it or not, we are judged. Not only are we judged by our looks, but we are judged on the way we communicate and talk. It is safe to say that Language is a power in itself.