Winter Essays

have fun, winter is a good place to start. When I was younger, I didn’t know all the fun things you can do during the winter months. But now that I’m older I know a ton of fun things that you can do in the winter. For an example, when I was 4 I thought winter was just cold, but know that I’m 11 I know if you dress warm you can have fun. When it comes to winter, it’s like the whole world goes upside down. The stuff I’m about to tell you, are fun things that you can do in the winter. Winter is fun

Common Winter Allergies Winter is the time for hot chocolate, holidays, and allergies. For those of you that thought that winter would provide a reprieve from allergies, think again. Cranking up the furnace and staying in doors will not help save you from allergens that persevere through even the coldest months of the year. The Most Common Winter Allergies Winter doesn’t seem like the time for allergies but it is. When you crank on your heaters or furnaces, all those dormant allergens suddenly

In the poem “A Winter Rose”, by Elaine George, the author depicts an image of seasonal suffering through the implementation of imagery and personification in order to express longing and despair for the past. The poem provides insight regarding the feelings of attachment that exist between the author and a rose covered with snow. Through the use of figurative language, the author juxtaposes yearning to be reunited with a rose. Each of the desires described through the poem are then unified in the

Tips for Winter Survival in Your Car Surviving in your car during the winter isn't something everyone thinks about; however, should you slide off the road or even if your car breaks down, it might be some time before someone can get to you, especially if you're on a road trip away from cities and towns. Even if your vehicle is older you can easily survive a night or more out on the road. The items you need for winter survival should always be in your vehicle, even during warmer months. If you are

Winter Olympics have been in existence for over a century. First referred to as Nordic Games, the winter Olympics were set in 1896, five years after the introduction of the modern Olympics. The Nordic Games included Scandinavian country’s athletes and were first launched at the Due onset of the 20th century. At the beginning of World War I, Berlin Olympics were cancelled that were previously introduced by organizers, to include skiing Olympia game in addition to other Nordic events (Davis, 2012)

Can world sporting events be successful and sustainable? Vancouver Winter Games 2010 Introduction Environmental Sustainability Environmental concerns have become a key part of the Olympic Games, from the early planning stages to that of the post-games legacy. Over the past few years the Games have become a banner for environmental innovation and this holds no exception for that of Vancouver 2010. These areas of innovation include venue and infrastructure design, water conservation and treatment

Historical and Political Significance In 2010, the XXI Winter Olympics was hosted by Canada in the city of Vancouver. Governor General, Michaëlle Jean and Prime Minister, Stephen Harper opened the ceremony for the participating committees. Prior to the Olympics, public sector unions were offered a $6 billion wage increases in the next years in hopes for labour peace. The Olympics had very few political issues. Economic Significance After the success of the Olympics, British Columbia’s economy

woman lounging around watching the Sochi Olympics. Since the Olympics is a televised event, it is typical for people to wind up sitting back on the couch and watch the games. In this cartoon the author uses the caption “Yes, you, too can practice winter Olympic positions at home”. The author also refers to the man’s position as a position for the luge and skeleton. This cartoon is based highly off of intended. The audience first has to have a basic understanding of the Olympic Games to understand

Every summer has a story, and every winter comes with snow day memories. Some days I enjoy 100 degree weather at the lake. Other days I’m thankful It’s cold so I can wear an oversized sweater. Summer and winter have much in common but also have so many differences.     Summer means “no school, no homework,” and it also comes with no alarms/deadlines. Summer is to relax and be stress free, to enjoy hobbies you’ve forgotten. I would rather enjoy 100 degree weather, with a sweating cold water in a

Spring is a time of year that many consider the time of birth. The snow thaws and the flowers and plants regrow. Though some do not consider this to be the case, some consider it to be the coming of yard work and the minimalistic beauty of winter fades. Such is the case with William Carlos Williams and Louise Gluck. In William Carlos Williams Spring and All, he presents spring in the more traditional birth period. In contrast, Louise Gluck’s For Jane Meyers sees spring as the coming of spring as

In the book Frankenstein, Mary Shelley used distinctive techniques to draw the reader in and find themselves to be similar, as well as dissimilar, to characters in at least one way. Shelley knew how to tie some characters together, even if they seemed to be complete opposites. Victor contrasted with the monster he created is one of the most prominent examples of her work. Throughout the book, some similarities and differences between the Victor and the monster consist of their relations to nature

England is home to some of the harshest winters. In the winter, most species either move away for the winter or hibernate because their habitat usually frozen over. After observing what happens during these winters, I’ve wondered what happens to frogs. Do they hibernate or do they somehow move away for the winter or do they somehow stay alive under the ice in lakes and ponds? I decided to research frogs in New England and see what happens to them in the winter. The observational question I came up

exist: spring, summer, fall, & winter, the season winter is most definitely the one that involves the most adaptation, as it boasts below freezing temperatures and unpleasant, gloomy weather choices (snow). However, even though the wintertime seems more or less negative, many authors take benefit from this cold season, as it gives them inspiration for their works. One such author, who took inspiration from the season winter is Nikki Giovanni, who wrote the poem ‘Winter.’ Her poem is a somewhat reflective

There are many things that chipmunks do in order to get ready for the winter. Some of the things they have to do is build their homes so that they are warm for the winter. Also chipmunks are the type of animal that live underground tunnels almost like a maze. Chipmunks are solitary sleepers so they do not have to do as much work to get food for their babies, they just have to care for themselves. Many of the chores a chipmunk has to do consists of making the house, and furnishing it up. First the

a deciduous tree it means that in fall they lose their leaves and go dormant in the winter. The northern lower peninsula as well as the upper peninsula is considered to be coniferous forest which means that they have long cold winters as well as short cool summers. Grand Rapids is considered to be a deciduous forest. What makes Grand Rapids a temperate deciduous biome is because it is very cold in the winters but has warm summers. The cold and warm air makes for an average climate and for the

different sights, sounds and smells you will encounter. Having four seasons here brings out the different elements of nature you will find in Michigan. The four seasons are winter, spring, summer, and fall with each one displaying different attributes. Starting with winter we will look at each aspect that makes up that season. Winter is the coldest season here in Michigan. A few reasons for that are the temperatures, snow, and condition that nature is in. The season usually last from the end of November

in Nederland presents some struggles, including the long, hard winters, the wildfires, and the separation from a bigger city with more activities and available resources. It is difficult to overcome a struggle of where you live; however, I try to make the best of it and manage the problems as much as I can. Winter in most areas is about four months long, but in Nederland, it snows for six months out of the year. With the longer winter comes more snow management and sometimes difficulty getting around

For example, he says that “in winter and spring, stomachs are warm and sleep longest. Accordingly, more food should be given in these seasons” (Aphorisms 15). He is able to prove this theory because it is usually seen in young men and athletes. The reasoning behind giving more food is

Spring, summer, winter, and fall! We all have that season that’s either special to us or the way the season looks. Imagine yourself driving down the road, what changes? Trees! It’s the season kid’s start going back to school, Festival time, and Thanksgiving. Fall! What’s so great about fall? What comes to mind? Beautiful senior or family pictures, fashionable clothes, and yummy Thanksgiving with family? Doesn’t that sound great? Senior year of high school and your panicking on where or when you’re

Winter is a time when a child is happy; he does not need to worry about school, only about the abundant free time at hand and what Santa will bring him Christmas morning. These winter playtimes include sports such as hockey, ice-skating, and sledding. For years, children have taken joy in playing these sports, but now they are in jeopardy of loosing this playtime to city ordinances that ban sledding. (“Should Cities Ban Sledding”) Recent lawsuits in Illinois have resulted in ordinances banning