They Cage the Animals at Night, Blog #8

Jennings is such a strong and intelligent little boy and his situation, I can imagine only made him stronger.  One thing that I believe really helped him deal with his problems and let him get by was Doggie.  Doggie was his hero like my bear Boo, is mine.  For as long as I can remember, I have always had Boo.   When I was a little girl I never let go of that stuffed animal's paw and the day I did I went crazy.  I was on vacation with my family and we were on our way home from the resort.  I was sitting in the car talking to my mom when I remembered that Boo was on the counter at the resort.  I began to ball and there was no stopping me.  We were also about 5 hours away from the hotel already so there was definitely no way we were going back.  My mom had to make my dad stop the car so she can check if Boo was in the back.... HE WAS!! Someone in my family had put him in the trunk before we all left.  After I found out that it was my uncle I praised him for the rest of the trip.  If it weren't for him Boo would be wit me today.  Boo was my world at the time, like Doggie did with Jennings.  Having this love for a stuffed animal in common with Jennings made me enjoy the story so much more.  It truly was one of the best stories I have ever read.

They Cage the Animals at Night, Blog #7

Love, is one thing that Jennings can always count on having.  Love, is one thing that ANYONE can always count on having. People like Mark, Sister Clair, Martha, Mom, and Doggie will always be in Jennings heart.  Every person in Jennings life has taken an impact on it even if it is not noticeable.  They have helped in one way or another.  Reading about each relationship made me think about everyone in my life that I care for.  Without them I don't know where I would be; they complete the person I am today.

They Cage the Animals at Night, Blog #6

Friendships are very important to people all over.  As the book goes on Jennings meets many different people and creates many different and special relationship with each and every one.  Each person he had encountered has helped in one way or another.  One very important person that has helped him move on was Sister Clair.  She was an angel.  If it weren't for her personality, kindness, and gift (doggie) I don't know where Jennings would be.  She had a large impact on his life along with another friend, Sal.  Sal and Jennings created a very special relationship between them two.  Taking the bus everyday, talking about anything, and making jokes really brought them together.  Sal was like a father figure to Jennings.  He was always supportive and concerned about how he was.  Not only did these two important people show Jennings that they cared but they showed him one of the most magical things on the face of this planet, Love.
"To the world you may be just on person, but to one person you may be the world."

They Cage the Animals at Night, Blog #5

I was so happy while reading about Jennings going to stay at the Fraizers home.  I felt like it was going to be a good change and learning experience for Jennings.  I believe that moving in with the Fraizers help Jennings realize that not everyone were like the Carpenters.  The Fraizers actually cared for Jennings.  If I were Jennings I would love to stay there for a longer period of time because it I think I would be better off there.  Anything I would need or want would be there with no problem.  They gave Jennings anything he needed and even more.  It was a life changing experience.

They Cage the Animals at Night, Blog #4

House to House

While reading about Jennings mother being sent to the hospital with pneumonia made me feel sad and worried for Jennings.  I can just imagine how tough it is, having to jump from home to home especially not knowing the people.  I really hope that Jennings has a good time when he goes to the Frazier's home.  It's very depressing how Jennings was treated while he was staying at the Carpenters' house.  I think that no child should be treated in such a way; it is very frightening and traumatizing.  I am happy that Jennings is giving the Frazier’s a chance and maybe everything will work out this time.

They Cage the Animals at Night, Blog #3

Sibling love is very important to any child.  The day Jennings went back home he reunited with all of his brothers especially Larry.  Larry and Jennings are very close, age -wise which is probably why they get along so well.  Whenever one needs a helping hand or even some cheering up the other is there.  Both really understand each other to a new degree.  You can really see how close their relationship is right after they get together again.  They both run into the room and start telling each other stories from their visits.  Even miles away they know that they belong with each other and always will.  Reading about their relationship makes me wish my brother and I got along a lot better.  Having someone there is always great.

They Cage the Animals at Night, Blog #2

You’re my Hero

Being able to stand up to a bully for someone else is probably one of the most heroic things a person can do but also being a new kid makes the situation even more courageous. When Jennings first cam into the orphanage he had no clue what was going on since his mom just dropped him off and said “I’ll be right back.” After being in the orphanage for a while he started to talk to other kids but mostly to one named Mark.  Jennings thought they were going to be great friends but Mark on the other hand didn’t want to get so attach until Jennings stood up to the bully for him. After he realized what a good person Jennings is they started to get closer when Jennings came back from the Carpenters house. As they started to hang out they grew a friendship that looks to be strong and will never end.  And with their new secret they are even closer.  I felt very proud while reading about Jennings stopping Burch from continuing to bully Mark.  Bullying is a very serious thing that happens all the time and should be prevented everywhere.  Anyone can he a hero.

They Cage the Animals at Night, Blog #1

  Treat Others the Way You Want to be Treated

Reading about Jennings experience with the Carpenter was not pleasant my group member or myself. At first I thought that everything was going to go okay when Mr. Carpenter adopted Jennings.  I was happy for him but once they got home all my thoughts scattered.  It was very tough reading on and knowing that abuse detailed in the story happens everyday, everywhere.  Being a young boy and not having any love and care directed to you is hard. Things were not going great for Jennings throughout his stay with the carpenters. First of all, he was only adopted due to the fact that the couple needed extra money and second of all, they didn’t even try to care for him.  Mrs. Carpenter was very nasty towards Jennings.  It obviously showed that she had absolutely no feelings for him.  One very important thing that keeps people alive is food but Mrs. Carpenter clearly didn’t think hat Jennings needed any. All he was fed was a bowl of oatmeal each day.  One event that drew the line for me was when he was being physically abused.  It was just wrong.  He spent hours under “his” little table, the only place he can be in at the house, getting away from Mrs. Carpenter until he husband came home.  The way this child was treated was horrific and I could never imagine being in his position.   

Being Manipulated...

Manipulating someone can be good and bad for both of the people in the situation. Usually when you manipulate someone you feel like you have all the power in the world and that's how I felt when I manipulated my brother. Manipulating my brother was so easy at the time because he was going through the "I want to be like my older sibling" stage. What ever I wanted him to do he would do it without giving mpe trouble like one time when I made him switch phones with me. I had a cool touch screen phone until I actually got it. A few months of dealing with it's problems I couldn't handle it anymore so, I persuaded my brother into trading phones. "Having a touch screen phone will make you be the coolest kid in your grade," were the magic words that led to my victory. After he realized it wasn't working he never believed I said ever again but, it was worth it.

You're My Hero

As I read the assignment the first person that popped into my head was my mom.  I consider my mom to be a super hero.  My mom is the most amazing person I know.  When ever theres a problem I have to face, I know she is there for me.  I am very grateful to have such a close relationship with my mom; I don't know what I would do without her.  Even though she can get annoying sometimes I will always love her.  One thing she does that I admire her for is putting me in my place when I need it.  She is always trying to help me become a better person which I thank her for.  For feelings towards her might not show but they are definitely there.  My mom is a true hero.

I'm Brave & Always Will Be

Knowing that my parents were getting a divorce was sad and tough to deal with but I knew that I had to stay strong not just for myself but for my little brother as well.  Being the older sibling is fun but there are times where being serious, strong, and supportive is a must.  I had to show my little brother that everything was going to be ok.  My brother has always looked and still does looks up to me even if he didn't or doesn't want me to know.  Being brave during this period of time was a must and I am proud I was about to come through.  From this situation I learned that life will come with some problems and you just have to learn how to handle them in the best ways possible.

Learning the Hard Way

One day, when I was around that age of 9, I got myself in a lot of trouble.  I thought that lying was the only way to get out of trouble but it turned out to be that it brought even more trouble.  Lying to my mom about a grade was very wrong.  Even though I got off with no problem I knew my mom was bound to find out.  As I came home from school the next day my nerves were all over the place, and then I got the "look."  From that day I never told another big lie again. "A lie may take care of the present, but it has not future."

Scottsboro

Scottsboro was a very striking and interesting movie.  All the events that happened through out the movie were very touching and incredibly sad to actually think that people treated their own kind in such a way.  Seeing the way these boys were treated for something they didn't do was awful.  Watching this did change my perspective on "American Pride."  I now understand how unfair people used to be through out the south.  This movie can still be compared to many events that happen today.  My article is a good example of how people are still racist today.  In this article talks about how colored councilman Daron Lee is told by  white councilman John Williams, that he should be working in a cotton field. Having a racist remark told to you straight in your face is not very pleasant so Lee just stormed out.  It turned out to be that Williams' remark was intended to be a joke but it was still taken seriously.  I believe that everyone should stop ad watch what they say to someone before they get themselves in problems.

http://www.newser.com/story/103477/black-councilman-told-to-work-in-cotton-field.html

it wasn't me

Being blamed for something I did not do is not a good feeling.  One day I was accused by an old friend that I started a rumor about her when I absolutely did not.  It was very frustrating knowing that someone who used to be so close to me would accuse me for something so serious.  Later on I sent the girl a message about what really happened so she can understand that I did not spread the rumor and in a few hours we were friends again.  She owed me an apology and everything was back to normal.

2O!!

As 2011 begins, I have came up with few resolutions for myself.  As for my New Year's resolution, I've decided to choose something that will help me in and out of school.  Sleeping early is very important to me, even though it never happens.  My goal is to be able to go to bed two hours earlier then what I am used to now.  Even though I am allowed to go to bed at a late time I rather turn out the lights and avoid my mom's not so aloud voice the next morning.  Going to bed earlier brings many great things along with it like being to stay awake in school which then helps me get good grades.  Doing well in school is the most important priority my brother and I have.  If we're not in a good position with our studies there will be problems.  Another place where I can benefit from turning in early is at the gym.   One very important piece of advice that anyone can give you about going to the gym is to get enough sleep because if you don't problems can be caused.  Even though there will always be someone advising you, it is still very important.