Alissa Sockwell stated that she had been over at the house to assist Nia Sockwell on Thursday June 16th 2016; she said that Nia was complaining the pain medication was not working, so she took her to St Vincent Sherwood where they prescribed some different pain medications. Alissa Sockwell said she went to get the prescription filled but Nia never took any of the new
On Monday (4/2/2018), the reporter recieved a phone call about Manija being assaulted in the home by Kerriyonna. It was stated that Kerriyonna's father held Manija down while Kerriyonna assaulted her (Manija). Kerriyonna told her parents (Catrice & Kerry) that either she or Manija goes. Manija is no longer at the home. Catrice has guardianship over Manija.
“I 've never made such a big mistake. It was reckless and irresponsible,” she said of her decision to use drugs, also telling Williams, “I respect you and your work. I 'm so sorry. Thank you.”
‘How many times do I have to tell you to leave this stuff alone, man?’ His tone was low and serious….’” (70) Tony shares how dangerous it is to sell drugs at such a young age which does not phase Wes. Later on, when Mary locates Wes’s drugs under his bed, she is shocked and can not believe what she has found. Realizing how clueless she has been,“She sat paralyzed on the bed for fifteen minutes before springing up, suddenly decisive.
I believe that the piece “‘The Pills are everywhere’:How the Opioid Crisis Claims Its Youngest Victims” is credible, after examining the article. The piece opens up the argument on the issue now surrounding parents struggling with addiction; their children. Their safety is in question, and this article, written by Julie Turkewitz, brings this issue to light. Turkewitz uses facts such as the total deaths of minors by opioid poisoning since 2015, but she also tells the story of Penny Mae Cormani, 1, and her family's response to the death of their daughter. She hears Penny’s grandmother, who gives her direct quotes for the article.
Dana Plato (a former actress) was found dead due to her overdosing on painkillers,it's not uncommon for people to die from an “ accidental overdose”. This is similar to a passage from the book Farenheit 451 when Mildred is found “uncovered and cold” with an empty bottle of sleeping pills spinning on the floor. These two events are similar because both of them mention not only the use of drugs but also how both of the women abused them. The women used these drugs to escape their unhappy life. They wanted an escape so they resorted to drugs that were meant to help them but hurt them instead .
Albert thinks it is a solution for his problems, but it has landed him in the hospital multiple times. Aspirin if taken many times, can become a blood thinner, kill off a liver, and can rip your stomach lining. He got his act together, when he learned he was very close to
If you like a little thrilling romance, than a nonfiction story “ Where are you going, where have you been” by Joyce Carol Oates is the story for you. I am going to write about how Arnold Friend shows symbolic satan through dialogue, plot, and character. Arnold Friend shows symbolic satan through character throughout the story. Bob Dylan influenced Arnold Friend in his conversation with Connie his promises, threats, and the careless confidence which he seduces her(pg.200-01). Arnold Friend with Connie was talking about that if she picked up the phone he was gonna come in her house and get her.
In the story “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?” by Joyce Carol Oates the outcome and the meaning relies solely on the reader. For some it’s a riveting fight between good and evil and for others it’s a sordid tale of seduction and loss of innocence. Connie and Arnold Friend represent the struggle between good and evil. Oates’s mixture of literal, figurative, psychological and allegorical makes this a great and suspenseful tale. Oates unmasked Arnold Friend as a satyr which is a demi-god from Greek and Roman mythology.
In Joyce Carol Oates fictional short story “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?” the majority of the story lies beneath the surface. More specifically than just the story, you realize that there is more to the character Arnold Friend than what may appear. The author has always remained silent and ambiguous about the real meaning of Arnold Friend’s true nature and she leaves room for the readers to make their own interpretation of him. Readers can analyze Arnold Friend and see him as the devil, he could just be the personification of popular music imagined by Connie in a dream, but Arnold Friend could also be the result of drug use.
When Connie refuses to go with her family to a barbeque, everything takes a turn for the worst. She is randomly visited by two strangers, who later become known as Arnold Friend (AF) and Ellie. Connie continuously begs the men to leave, but they refuse, making her feel very uncomfortable. The story concludes shockingly when AF finally lures Connie into his vehicle. Although AF is not
World War I started in the heart of the Progressive era. The Progressive era was a time of efficiency, economic growth, and skill. By “1914 [the United States had] produced over one-third of the world’s manufactured goods,” (Foner, 680) making the U.S. “the leading industrial power” (Foner, 680). Europeans had already “complained of an “American invasion” of steel, oil, agricultural equipment, and consumer goods” (Foner, 680). At this time, America had both the economy and population to produce enough soldiers, supplies, and money to win any war.
Arnold then invites Gracie to have a seat next to him and he gets up for her. Meanwhile, Michael is busy with what appears to be a stick, as he is listening to music. Arnold starts to look at Gracie and he also appears to have a grin on his face. He then starts to touch and rub Gracie’s shoulders and she starts to show discomfort. Maggie, who appears to be his wife, also shows discomfort and this is where he leaves to check on Mr. Fiddle.
In what ways would you transform when presented with a life or death situation? In the prevailing and fast-paced short story, “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been” by Joan Carol Oates we find out how much a person can change when crucial and demanding situations arise. In this short story the self-indulged protagonist, Connie will have to face her worse nightmares that she believed would be her ultimate fantasy. Connie is a fifteen-year-old girl who, like most young women, are ruled by their hormones and budding sexualities. She is a flighty teen who does not get along with her family and wishes to be an adult.
In Joyce Carol Oates’s “Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?”, Connie is a fifteen-year-old girl, who does not necessarily get along with her family. During the week, she often times goes to a shopping plaza with some of her friends. However, they sneak across the highway to go to a popular diner where the older crowd hangs out at. At home, Connie is often times arguing with her family. One day her family is invited to her aunt's barbecue but Connie refuses to go.
