How I Got My Nickname Essay Examples

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How Education Has Influenced Me (1400 words, 5 pages)

Being a better man and having a bright future to make my parents proud has always been my motivation. I believe social class makes a difference in how kids are shaped and who they become. I agree a lot with what Jean Anyon says in Social Class and the Hidden ... Read More

Reminiscing My Grandmother’s Stories (1459 words, 3 pages)

I glanced down to the barcode the tattooed my inner arm, which started to burn the farther I strayed off from the thoughts the Superiors wanted me to think. I looked up at the building that stood in front of me- it's perfectly symmetrical white architecture of Providence hall. Large, ... Read More

How African American Slaves Were Tortured (571 words, 2 pages)

To all slave owners, and supporters, I stand here today to talk about the harsh and cruel ways of slavery, and how it negatively affects people all around the country, both black and white. And to, hopefully, teach every single one of you how terrible it really is, and that ... Read More

Lessons That Have Strengthened My Belief That Fate Is Real (522 words, 2 pages)

When you hear the word fate what does it make you think of? To different people it can be interpreted in many various ways, however the most general definition of it is the development of events beyond a person's control, regarded as determined by a supernatural power.One of my most ... Read More

How Religion Influenced Most Artworks in Ancient Indian Culture (955 words, 5 pages)

In ancient Indian culture, most of the artworks are influenced by religions of its era such as Hinduism and Buddhism. Many Indian figures or paintings contain representations of their gods and goddesses, symbolizing different aspects from its culture and religion. Shiva as Natarja and Seated Buddha statues are two main ... Read More

My First Time Cooking (703 words, 2 pages)

There is an old say in my family. A women is ready to marry,once they learn how to cook, clean, and wash dishes for there husband.That was a say, my mother grew up in her household. But in today'ssociety why cook at all, especially when there's a fast food place ... Read More

Why I Want to Pursue a Career in Medicine (458 words, 2 pages)

At the age of 4 I became very sick and spent most of the time going back and forth from the hospital. I then was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy at the age of 4, which means an enlarged heart. I was transferred to the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia and put on ... Read More

How Adeline’s Change in the Autobiography Chinese Cinderella Helped Me Understand Her Better (1049 words, 2 pages)

Describe at least ONE character or individual who changed in the written text(s) Explain how the change helped you to better understand the character or individual.In the autobiography Chinese Cinderella which is written by Adeline Yen Mah one character who changed which helped me to better understand her was Adeline ... Read More

Breast Cancer and How It Can Be Prevented (2092 words, 7 pages)

The world is infected with many diseases that are harmful and life-threatening. One of the most well-known diseases that affect the lives of many people is cancer, and more specifically breast cancer. One in every three cancers diagnosed is a breast cancer (Benowitz 41). Cancer in the breast is a ... Read More

A Reflection on my Childhood (473 words, 2 pages)

I am the youngest child in a family of three. Each child separated by about a three year difference. My sister and I are three years apart and my brother and I are six years apart. Being the youngest has its highs and its lows. Having two older siblings to ... Read More

How Did Allen Tate Influence Caroline Gordon’s Writing? (759 words, 3 pages)

Caroline Gordon had many influences in her life, from her editor, to the writing group she was in, to the various authors she met during her lifetime. The person that influenced her writing the most was her husband, Allen Tate, a writer himself. Though she loved him dearly they got ... Read More

Dealing With the Death of my Cousin (658 words, 2 pages)

My cousin Payton died when he was 13 year old in February of 2002. Otherwise healthy, Payton became critically ill with a staph infection in his heart. Payton fought hard. The sepsis from the staph infection and the impact it had on his organs was akin to a nuclear attack. ... Read More

A Snapshot from My Childhood (979 words, 4 pages)

There was really only one childhood game that I really ever played because there were only about 2 or 3 kids that lived around me. The one game we played all the time was called manhunt. We all didnt really start playing this till we were in middle school. Once ... Read More

My Mother My Hero (595 words, 2 pages)

What makes a person a hero? What actions does a hero take? A hero is someone who has impacted your life in any way. My special hero is my mother Martha, a hard-working individual with an enormous heart. My mother has never failed to be there for me when I ... Read More

A Personal Account of Our Adoption of My Cousin Jacob (799 words, 4 pages)

When the state deems a person unfit to be a parent, whether it bebecause of past misdeeds or the likely perpetuation of such a lifestyle,it maintains the ability to remove said parent's claims to parenthood.Sadly, this was exactly the situation of a relative of mine in 2008.Happily, their loss turned ... Read More

My Experience with Firefly Lane (1175 words, 3 pages)

I sit on the couch. I slowly flip through the rustic pages. The name of the book is what, intentionally caught my eye, Firefly Lane. It has such a unique name. I cant wait to start reading it. I open to the first page. Right away I am entranced. The ... Read More

How to Be a Successful College Student (691 words, 2 pages)

There are many choices in life that are huge life changing decisions such as going to college. A simple decision such as this yes or no question can highly determine what you future will be like. If you choose to go to college it will most likely be highly beneficial ... Read More

My First Time Swimming (668 words, 1 pages)

My whole life I always wanted to be in the water I love drinking water and being in the shower for a long time. I always ask my parent can we go to a swimming pool, so I can play in the water for hours. Their nothing better than thinking ... Read More

Grief Illustrated in The Raven and My Time (671 words, 3 pages)

The feeling of grief is often depicted in many different formsgenres of art such as literature and paintings. In The Raven, by Edgar Allan Poe, the narrator is faced with many emotions including griefsorrowanguishremorsedepression. In this poem, the narrator lost a loved one and has been struggling to overcome this. ... Read More

An Account of My Son’s School Experience (994 words, 2 pages)

They called me that name again, Mom. Without asking, I drew him into my arms and although I knew it was not entirely true, whispered, Im so sorry, son. Im sure it was an accident. A bully at school did not hurl the words that inflicted so much pain in ... Read More

The Perfect Song to Dance With My Father (290 words, 1 pages)

Many brides need to know when they are planning the father daughter dance they need to pick a song that has special meaning to both her and her father. Picking the song is one of the most important aspects of the dance. The bride wants to pick a song that ... Read More

A Personal Narrative of how I Came to Love Soccer (1374 words, 2 pages)

Lets change the TV channel, that is too boring. I want to watch cartoon look, it is already time for SpongeBob Squarepants I cannot miss new episode. Daddy, do you hear me? How come have you been watching it all day? Fine. I will tell mom that you do not ... Read More

Review of I Know What You Did Last Summer (1195 words, 3 pages)

This past month I read a very fascinating novel called I Know What You Did Last Summer by Louis Duncan. This title, in my opinion, really makes me want to read the story, as if its calling me saying, Open me up! Read me, read me! It just really pulls ... Read More

My Trip to the Marion County Museum of History and Archaeology (470 words, 1 pages)

I took a trip up to the Marion County Museum of History and Archeology. The museum is fairly small and located in the middle of Ocala. Although the museum is small from the outside it is filled with several really interesting artifacts. The main focus in the museum is to ... Read More

Why I Converted From Catholicism to Buddhism (653 words, 1 pages)

On June 24th, 1996 I was saved. I was baptized as a Catholic. I had no choice and I now have no memory of this significant event in my life. My whole family is Christian so I was expected to be just the same. I was raised to be just ... Read More

My Individual Values and Beliefs (1795 words, 6 pages)

Individual values and beliefs contribute to our lives in variousaspects. Influencing our thoughts, actions, and desires. It wasn't untilI wrote my values and beliefs down on paper, that I truly understoodmyself. Awareness of personal values and beliefs is the beginning ofgaining objectivity as a helper. Remaining objective is the ultimategoal ... Read More

My Worst employment Experience: An Horrible Boss (803 words, 3 pages)

I can recall a few incidents throughout the course of my life where I was subjected to arrogance and unkindness. There is one incident in particular that was one the worst employment experiences of my life. Back in 2010, I was a stay at home mom briefly. My husband lost ... Read More

My Dad Was Diagnosed With Cancer (898 words, 3 pages)

My father has never been the kind of man to ever visit the doctor. Herarely gets sick and he knows how to take care of other wounds. Hedoesn't have annual check-ups and hasn't actually been to the hospital,aside from a few minor things, since my grandfather had his chemotherapytreatments. So, ... Read More

How Prejudice Falsely Condemned Two Italian Anarchists (1622 words, 6 pages)

As Sacco was pushed in to chair, a number of straps were attached one by one to each part of his body. Sacco cried out in Italian Long Live Anarchy. Then quietly he said in English Farewell my wife, my children and all my friends. As the electrocutioner reached for ... Read More

We Never Gave Up On My Brother (741 words, 3 pages)

We could fell the sadness in the air as we stood in the airport next to the restaurant. It was time for him to go back home and we all knew it. It was hard for everyone to say goodbye to my teenage brother but for me it was especially ... Read More