Life changing events are different for everyone. The first time I killed a deer it lit a passion in me for the outdoors and helped me to carry on the tradition of my family. I had gone scouting with my dad prior to this and I had even gone hunting a few times, but I had never killed a deer. I had shot a gun. I knew the loud crack in my ear, the gentle kick back against my shoulder, and I knew how to aim. I was pretty good at lining my target up in the crosshairs. However, the opportunity had
With the sport of hunting gradually increasing in popularity around the United States each year, hunters are finding themselves in closer proximity to other hunters than ever. Naturally, this situation creates a certain element of danger, considering the minuscule amount of safety training required for a hunting permit, and that fact that nearly every hunter in America is walking around with a loaded firearm. Here are a few basic tips to keep you and others as safe as possible while enjoying the
The bolt-action rifle is a product that has been on the market since the late nineteenth century. When the bolt-action rifle was created it was essentially complete besides a few changes, to increase the rate of fire. The bolt-action rifle operates today the same way it did for hunters back in the nineteenth century, so they wouldn’t have any trouble using a new modern day rifle. Since the bolt-action rifle has been on the market for more than 25 years, the product audience is someone who is brand
that point, I evacuated ourselves from the garage and right inside, faster than bullets. The devil was still slithering towards us as all this unfolded and we slammed our door before it got anywhere near. It wouldn’t be a stretch to say that Usain Bolt would have difficulty reaching the speeds my sister and I
medals, running at 30 mph, and beating 4 world records. His name is Usain Bolt. He is known to be the world’s fastest human and the world's first ever human to break 4 running world records. Getting know him is like winning millions of dollars, well that is what he’s worth. Usain Bolt is a star but do we know the life behind this superstar? No one can say there childhood life was easy, especially for Usain Bolt. Usain bolt has had a rough childhood from the beginning. He had two parents that worked
My definition of a discourse community is a community of people who have the same interests and they share the same goals with each other. This definition, I think it gives a good understanding of how a discourse community possibly begins. A discourse community takes place all over the world and plays a key role in communication. I believe that each and every person in the world is involved in at least one discourse community in their life, it is important to understand the definition of this term
Cael Sanderson is the Greatest Wrestler of All Time Cael Sanderson is by far the greatest wrestler of all time. He broke a tremendous amount of records and completed objectives beyond people’s dreams. What everyone thought was impossible and could never be done, he managed to overcome all the negativity and is arguably the best wrestler of all time. He is an idol to many people involved in the wrestling community and to everyday people for being a down to earth person, making history, and helping
Al Oerter was one of the best male track and field throwers that the world has seen. On September 19, 1936 Alfred Oerter was born in Astoria, New York. When Al got into high school he joined track and became a mile runner. One day a discus landed at Al’s feet and Al threw it back. The coach came over to him and told him he was now a thrower. Al listened and it’s a good thing he did. Al studied discus and practiced everyday. Al set multiple high school records in his four years. After high school
“Alsworthy: A mugger and a murderer? In a shocking turn for the ongoing Alsworthy trial, the remains of Lea Alsworthy were discovered in rural Queensland late Friday night. Already under arrest for embezzlement and credit card fraud, the public has wasted no time in crediting Jonathan Alsworthy for this murder as well. His son, Christopher, who has remained with his aunt ever since his Lea Alsworthy’s disappearance, will continue to live with her” - The Herald Sun, 18/4/1996 Born of the ashes
Jesse “J.C” Owens, the son of a sharecropper and grandson of a slave, is a renowned and popular historical figure. He is treated with awe for his physical accomplishments as a record-breaking Olympic champion, but he is also recognized for overcoming the humiliating and abusive treatment he encountered while working towards this goal. Owens was born on September 12, 1913 in Alabama, as the tenth and final child of Mary and Henry Owens. When he was young, Owens suffered from a severe lung disease
Mubin Hira PERFORMANCE TREATMENT #1 Going to my first play ever was an experience that I will always remember. Being brand new to the theatre world, I didn’t know what to expect when I walked into the grand Krannert Center. It was a different atmosphere; almost unreal. Attending Twelfth Night, or What You Will in person was an amazing experience. Not only was it entertaining but, it gave the work an interpretation that I wouldn’t have gotten if I had only read the play. Being in the same room as
example. ‘Born’ personality, shifting mentality, and inevitable fate leads to its tragedy which eventually triggers audience’s pity. Unlike other tragedies where tragic heros discover the truths by their own actions at the end of the story, realizing that the reversal was brought by their own actions. Hamlet begins differently by knowing the truth from things happening to him. The play’s turning point happens on a dark night at Elsinore Castle in Denmark, where the ghost of King Hamlet reveals to prince
In the past two hundred years there is so much political controversies happening throughout America that put many Americans on edge. Both Martin Luther King and Thoreau struggle with some sort of opinion for justice based on race and social class. Both writers have the same point which focus on justification of defying unjust laws. It appears that they both generally have the same stylistic feelings throughout their letters with the same concept of themes. First, you have Thoreau deals with justice
Poker Hand Nicknames Intro The game of poker - Texas Hold'em in particular - is exciting and vibrant. One of the things that make it so entertaining is the unique vocabulary developed by its players to describe the 'high' poker hand rankings the game uses. The nicknames for many of the more common hands are used by spectators, and by the players, so knowing the lingo greatly enhances the enjoyment and understanding of the game. We have got you covered with our poker hand chart and guide to many
A Small Mistake. INTRO Hook (GET MY ATTENTION): you are walking through the park, it's nice and sunny with no chance of rain. Then you squish the most beautiful flower that was red and blue, when doing this you have no idea of the outcome. After coming back to the park in 4 years, to show his kids the most beautiful flower but you don't see it anymore. Bridge: with this story in mind it makes sense that crushing a flower could had a devastating impact. Thesis (The theme of the sound of thunder
Module 1 – Learning and Leading in a Dynamic Era Individual Assignment 1: Draft Leadership Critique INTRODUCTION The concept of leadership is the most important aspect in any organization’s future as it determines the long term existence of such an organization in any given sector. In view of the number and complexities of organizations, and the need to lead effectively, it’s a common knowledge that leadership as a concept is the most perceived and minimally understood occurrence (Burns, 1978)
The memoir Night written by Holocaust survivor Eliezer Wiesel is a recollection of the Holocaust. In the memoir Eliezer describes his experience during the height of the Holocaust near the end of the second World War. A time of concentration camps and prejudice on Jews from the Germans/Nazis. In Eliezer’s memoir he uses literary devices to help bring his experience to life for the audience. Using similes, metaphors, irony, symbolism, imagery, and so much more. He gives the audience an experience
In The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, William Shakespeare includes prophets, omens, and natural phenomenon that point to the tragic end of the three main characters: Julius Caesar, Marcus Brutus and Gaius Cassius. Writing a play based on such a well known historical event, Shakespeare’s audience would have known the outline of the events before entering the theater. Therefore, the inclusion of the omens would have served as a reminder for his audience. Though the omens suggest a sense of predetermination
People are living in the era of globalization. Every year, there is an increase in the number of immigrants and emigrants to foreign countries with the purpose of living and studying. As a result, cross-culture communication takes place in many nations. Obviously, no one can learn everything about all cultures and not any culture is completely similar. This inevitably entails culture conflict. According to Wikipedia, cultural conflicts are disagreements between cultural beliefs and values by two
The goal theory The goal theory of motivation developed by Edwin A. Locke suggests that individuals are motivated when they are specific GOALS. The goal theory therefore primarily concerned with employee motivation. Participation in goal setting is essential, as is feedback on performance. Locke proposes that difficult but based on agreement. Overall, the important aspects of Locke’s goal theory are: 1. The setting of difficult goals, 2. Participation in goal setting and 3. Feedback on performance