Crowd vs Individual

Everday middle schoolers face the pressure to be part of the crowd or to be an individual and be your own person. Which is right and which is wrong?

I have always wanted to be an individual and be my own person. As I entered middle school, I noticed that there were popular brands that most people were wearing . The popular most popular ones are the first three and the last two are less popular but still popular. Abercrombie and Fitch, Aeropostale, Hollister, and American Eagle. I saw them everywhere. Even in gym, on the girl's bottoms. I liked that brand, but I couldn't figure out if I wanted to wear it because everyone else was wearing it, or if a just liked it. Recently, I got an Abercrombie sweater. I was so happy, and actually excited to go to school.

When I got to school on Monday, I actually fell into the trap of being like everyone else. I felt guilty that I had done it. I wore it for a few days and got used to it. I realized, that no one looks at you differently when you wear a brand name. I don't want people to like me for what I wear, but what they see in me on the inside. I will still wear it, but not think that people look at me differently. I am who I am and that will never change.

There is nothing wrong in wearing things like Abercrombie, but you shouldn't do it to fit into the crowd. No matter what you wear, people will still see you as you, and you don't have to wear a brand name to show them that.

Harry Potter Movies

There have been five movies released based on the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. They have made all the movies up to the fifth, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. There are still two more to come. The Harry Potter movies are just as great as the books.

The movies that have been released are Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Askaban, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, and Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. I love all of the movies, but I would have to say that the third, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Askaban and the fourth, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire are the best. In the third, I like the suspense and mystery. It has a good plot, and it is pretty much self explanatory. In the fourth, I like all the challeneges that Harry has to go for, when he is not at the age to do it. I like how Voldemort shows himself in this movie and there is nothing that I don't like about it.

Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling

J.K. Rowling is a wonderful author. She has written the whole Harry Potter series. All the books have become movies up to the fifth book. She has written the series up to the seventh book, and sadly, that is the last of the series.

It is about, Harry Potter, a young wizard who faces the most feared wizard in the wizarding world, Lord Voldemort. Lord Voldemort has been after Harry since he killed his parents but failed to kill him. Slowly, as Harry starts to find out more about him, it is Harry's destiny to fight Voldemort and finally kill the person that cost his parent's lives. Will he defeat Voldemort and more importantly, will he survive?

J.K. Rowling is a really great author. I have loved her books since I have been in third grade. I was very sad when I found out that Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows was going to be the last book of the series. This is one of my most favorite series and I recommend it for all ages!

Class on Time

As an average middle school kid, sometimes I have problems on getting to class on time. I am never late, but it is always hard to make it. Here are some tips that could help you get to class on time.

First of all, try not to run but, you can fast walk. If some people are slow, just find a space and cut in front of them. Whether or not you have a top or a bottom locker, these tips can help for both. If you have a top locker and the person on the bottom is blocking your way, don't just waste your time! Find a clear space, and get what you want out of your back pack. That way, you will be ready when he or she is done with the bottom locker. If you are a bottom locker, the same thing can work. Or, careful try to get yourself in if it is taking a while. Also, try not to get too distracted by talking to your friends. After that, there is not much you can do but fast walk and have good time management.

The Ultimate Gift

The Ultimate Gift was originally a book by Jim Strovall. It has now become a movie, and it is available to watch and to read. I have just seen the movie, and it was definitely one that touched my heart.

I starts with a young man, Jason Stevens, who has all the money in the world and he has never had to work a day in his life. A tragedy happens and his rich Grandfather dies. Not many people, including Jason seem to care that Red Stevens, his Grandfather has just died. All of his sons wanted inheritance to get all of his money. In the beginning, Jason believes that his Grandfather has left him nothing. But, his Grandfather leaves 12 tasks for him to perform in order to get the inheritance. Jason soon embarks on journeys that he could never imagine doing. Will he survive the tasks he is being asked to perform?

Hilary Duff CD- Dignity

One of the CD's that I am currently listening to is Dignity by Hilary Duff. She combines the song genres, pop and rock. Some of my favorite songs are Gypsy Woman, Dreamer, Burned, and Outside of You. Outside of You is my most favorite because when I went to the mountains, I listened to it 7 times on my iPod. Gypsy Woman has a very nice rhythm to it. It makes me want to tap my foot. Dreamer has a nice beat to it and gives a very interesting input in the human condition. I like burned because it seems like the slowest song and and has a good tone and I love the music she uses to sing it.

Global Warming

Global Warming has become a big problem all over the world. Scientists and News channels everywhere are warning us of the consequences if this problem can't be fixed. There are many things that you can do to help against global warming. Try using less paper and more importantly, try to recycle. Instead of taking a car, you can walk and get some exercise. There are so many things that can be done to save the environment. Scientists have discovered a whole in the ozone layer bigger than Europe across Antarctica. This causes the ice to melt. If the ice melts, we will soon have tsunamis and this will cause the waves to get out of control. This may not happen for some time, but scientists say that future generations could be under water.

Twilight Series by Stephenie Meyer

The recent series the I have been reading is the Twilight series. The author of the Twilight series is Stephenie Meyer. Her official website is stepheniemeyer.com

The first book of the Twilight series is Twilight. These are the kinds of books that you will not be able to set down.

It starts as 17 year old Bella Swan ventures to Forks, Washington to go live with her Dad. While being there, she meets a boy, Edward Cullen. Edward and his family do not interest Bella in the beginning, but as their friendship and love for each other grow, she becomes more attached to Edward than ever before. But there is one complication, Edward is a vampire. Can their relationship last?

Stephenie Meyer has two more books out on this series, and there is more to come.

In my opinion, this series is miraculous. When I read her words, it's like I am there. You feel like you are actually in a teenage girls mind. The friendship and the love seem so pure, and the words are un-forgettable. This is one of the best series I have ever read.

This series can be for all audiences, preferably middle school and older kids!