Wednesday, February 27, 2008

Go further was an interesting documentary. I feel like Woody Allan put the whole environmental issue on the map. At first this video seemed a little farfetched. Like it was just going to be a bunch of hippies riding a bus smoking pot. It was defiantly the opposite. I liked how they showed there bike trip and all the problems they had along the way and also how they kept it interesting by having the comedian on the bus. It was very informative and interesting. Not only did they reveal unknown facts like how there is blood and puss in milk but they showed ways to eat health and organically by preparing meals. Overall, I give this documentary a two thumbs up it was extremely informative and it made me want to live an organic life style.

Monday, February 11, 2008

My name

My full name Cassandra Lynn Row, my nickname is Cassi and that is what I go by. My mom originally wanted to name me Bailey or Emma, but my grandpa said he would disowned my mom if she named me Bailey and my dad did not like the name Emma. So somewhere along the way I got the name Cassandra. Cassi is my nickname and is spelt different then most would spell it. My mom’s reasoning for that was she wanted it to be unique. According to babynamesworld.com the name Cassandra is of Greek origin and it means she who entangles men. Babyhold.com says that it is of Greek origin and the Greek meaning is one who helps mankind. Cassandra is not my favorite name, I think it’s to fancy for everyday life but Cassi is more relaxed and fitting for my personality. My middle name Lynn I received from my mother who picked it because it is her sister’s middle name. Of coarse I got my last name from my Dad and that is Row.

Wednesday, February 6, 2008

Library Session...Concerens for paper.

I learned tons at the libarary session. Kellian helped me narrow down my topic and tought me how to find all sorts of information. Call numbers are what allow us to find a certin book, each call number has a certin genre or meaning. The cool new thing I learned about was the data bases, these are articles from the libraries home page and can get them from anywhere. I also learned about the librarys web site that I can use when Im at home too.

My concern for this paper is mainly citing things correctly. I pretty much have everything narrowed down now I just have to pick the sources I want to use.

Monday, January 28, 2008

Freezing Cold

I never really know when its going to be really cold so it usually happens when i least expect it. Living in the gage dorms you can never tell what the weather is like outside. Putting your hand out of the window you think would help guesstimate the temperature, no it never works. When I know its going to be freezing outside I put on two pairs of my warmest sweatpants and bring all of my books, my computer and food for the entire day. Doing so prevents me from having to walk to and from all of the buildings in between class. If its a day a don't have class my first worry would be my car. Always leave the car with at least half a tank of gas so you know it will not freeze and will have no problem starting. To conclude my freezing days a usually curl up with my down blanket and a nice cup of hot chocolate.

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

" Angle" By Sarah McLachlan

As far as music goes i don't have a favorite genre, every song I like is my favorite. If I had to pick one song the never gets old it would be"Angle" by Sarah McLachlan. "Angle" has alot of meaning to me. My mom and I dubbed it as our song. So every time the slow calming song comes on it gets silent and we both smile as we are just so happy to hear it. Now that I think about it I'm not sure how it became our song, I think its just because we liked to sing it. As I read through the lyrics now I realize what a sad depressing song it is. When I was younger I guess I didn't pay attention to the true meaning of the song.
"In the arms of an angel
Fly away from here
From this dark cold hotel room
And the endlessness that you fear
You are pulled from the wreckage
Of your silent reverie
You’re in the arms of the angel
May you find some comfort there"
Reading the lyrics for the first time now the song created more meaning to me. I look back at the times in the car when we were singing together and realize why she liked the song so much. Most would read these lyrics and think what a depressing song. I look at it now as wow I am in a better place and the place she speaks of does not have to be heaven.

Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Favorite Place

A place I enjoy being is my home. Home always feels so safe and warm. My mom is always home for me and I love spending time with and sharing my life with. I can always look forward to an amazing nights sleep and waking up to a great breakfast. The favorite place in my house is the leather couch in the living room. Its where I spend most of my time while at home. Watching Law and Order with my Yorkie Emma on the most comfortable couch ever most definatly the best thing to do while at home.