Archive through March 16, 2002
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Archive through March 16, 2002
Oregonfire | Saturday, February 09, 2002 - 07:08 pm     Maybe this essay will be offensive to some, but it was written by a student of mine, and I think it shows remarkable creativity. Sadly, I can take no credit for the essay, being that it was written before he took my class. It made ME laugh. Enjoy! (and ignore the comma splices) http://www.logsdon.net/russell/goldfish.html |
Twiggyish | Saturday, February 09, 2002 - 08:36 pm     I'm going in with this one... (taking deep breath) I read the sarcasm and wonder if this is his point. He feels that like the fish, people are suppose to feel catatonic and depressed about the WTC tragedy. That somehow we like fish, are being forced to feel this sadness. As caretaker, he appears oblivious to the death of his fish. His assumption of the fish being depressed is symbolic of our Government's or media's assumption of citizenry being in this depressed state. Perhaps, the Government is oblivious that it has killed (symbolic) people with the overwhelming images of the burning buildings and coverage. His final statement about only Jesus loving America is a sarcastic attempt to mock our American attitude towards patriotism. His essay is not offensive; in fact it is highly creative. It reflects the attitude of some people in his age group. Disclaimer: Writer of this post not responsible for grammar errors as she is tired and it is late. |
Oregonfire | Saturday, February 09, 2002 - 08:50 pm     Nice interpretation, Twiggyish! You'd do well in my intro to fiction class. He's an unusual kid--very quirky, a Nadar supporter, tall, lanky, and definitely an anomaly. He has a bizarre sense of humor, that's for sure, and very much enjoys his outsider status. He called the other kids in the class the "GED" group. (not really true, but funny). |
Twiggyish | Saturday, February 09, 2002 - 08:58 pm     Why thank you. I had a feeling he was that type of person. Let's just hope life teaches him to be more compassionate. Is he the one who gives you trouble? |
Magikearth | Saturday, February 09, 2002 - 09:05 pm     Oregonfire, What really caught my attention was the poem at the end of the list.It is beautiful but very heartbreaking! I hope this student is okay,because it sounds like he is calling out for help? |
Oregonfire | Saturday, February 09, 2002 - 09:13 pm     Oh wow, Magikearth--that poem, and the daydreaming essay, is NEW since I sent him an e-mail complimenting his website! I think he's fine--not giving off scary vibes, maybe just trying to impress his English teacher. And Twiggyish, gosh no, he's not that little troublemaker from last quarter--he's much more socially aware than most of my other students, and is never rude. His humor in person is more physical that sarcastic--he's not nearly as mean-spirited as that little punk from last quarter. (Every time I see that one on campus, he heads in the other direction. Smart move.) I have four new groups this quarter, so all new challenges. Sad to say, but at the first sign of trouble last week, I turned into a major snarling alpha female b*tch, all over my students major reluctance to use both he AND she in sentences. (Every single student thought it was feminist overkill. What century are we in anyway? One guy ordered me to talk about something else and "get over it.") Absolutely none of that this quarter for me. Sounds cynical, but I do not get paid enough to put up with crap. Sorry off topic. |
Twiggyish | Saturday, February 09, 2002 - 09:31 pm     I read a few of his essays and in one, he makes sense. He states in, "Breed, Eat and Drive" that, "Scientist have always chattered about living on other planets such as Mars". Also, "All this "Star Trek pipe dreaming" needs to end and our scientist need to refocus on preserving our own planet's resources." Now that is something interesting. I don't totally agree with him, but I do think he makes a very good point. Perhaps, we have been lead to believe that long term space travel is in our future. What if this is a "pipe dream"? hmmmmmm On the other hand, take a look at the space station.. perhaps space is our future?! |
Neko | Sunday, February 10, 2002 - 06:54 am     NNNNNNNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! NOT BARNEY!!! *Tucks her knees to her chin* He's evil...evil....evil.....evil......evil... |
Neko | Sunday, February 10, 2002 - 06:59 am     Hehehehe I was just at a website that had things that were written on objects listed. This was one and I thought it was quite funny. "On a Korean kitchen knife - WARNING KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN" Awww darn, there goes *my* plan |
Babyruth | Tuesday, February 12, 2002 - 08:53 pm     This is a fun and interesting site where you can find out how to do many things. http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/index.html |
Twiggyish | Wednesday, February 13, 2002 - 05:47 am     Great! I love sites like this one. |
Dahli | Wednesday, February 13, 2002 - 06:20 am     Ditto! informative AND funny. |
Babyruth | Tuesday, February 19, 2002 - 07:40 am     Got somebody on your s--- list? Here's a site for those who feel a desire for revenge.... http://thepayback.com/ |
Babyruth | Wednesday, February 20, 2002 - 02:03 pm     This site is WAY too much fun! Be sure to read the instructions halfway down the page. Wheeeeee! http://www.permadi.com/java/spaint/spaint.html |
Moondance | Wednesday, February 20, 2002 - 02:04 pm     That is really cool, BR! |
Meme9 | Wednesday, February 20, 2002 - 04:19 pm     Love It!!! |
Whowhere | Friday, February 22, 2002 - 09:21 am     http://www.madblast.com/oska/humor_pong.swf |
Neko | Friday, February 22, 2002 - 01:10 pm     ROTFLMAO!!! That was great Whowhere!!! |
Whowhere | Thursday, March 14, 2002 - 09:58 am     http://olias.arc.nasa.gov/cognition/tutorials/index.html |
Grooch | Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 05:31 am     I posted this site in another thread, but I felt the need to share it with all. click here |
Car54 | Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 05:52 am     Grooch, will you stop! Jeez! Is it a full moon on this board or what? The people in the Survivor thread are obsessed with asses and boobs, you are trying to scare some of the seniors to death.... gosh, what is happening to us? |
Grooch | Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 06:07 am     Ok, warning about the above link. Do not click on it if you have a weak heart or are pregnant. |
Car54 | Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 06:17 am     Thanks groochie! |
Wink | Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 06:37 am     Or if you abhor decorating faux pas. |
Tksoard | Saturday, March 16, 2002 - 07:14 am     Could someone please tell us WebTVer's what it is. I just get a black screen, then for a second, a face screaming.  |
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