Gwendolyn Brooks

Ms. brooks has the most deepest poems (I believe) out here. I recently read some of her poems and deciphered that the most meaningful poem to me was "to be in love" It expresses feelings of the woman being in love, it portrays the beauty of a man and a woman in ultimate togetherness. She was born June 7, 1917, child of Keziah and David Brooks in Topeka, Kansas. Her mother soon discovered her natural talents of writing when she was just seven. She was very shy as a child and throughout her adult years as well. She was very anti-social and was not good at making friends. She kept to her self which often gave her more time to create her poetry. After graduating from high school she went on to Wilson Junior College and graduated in 1936. In 1939 she was married to Henry Blakeley and they had two children, Henry junior and Nora Blakeley. In 1945 Gwendolyn Brooks' first book entitled "A Street In Bronzeville" was published and what a success it was. Sadly, she passed on at the age of 83 Sunday December 3, 2000. Despite that, her poetry still speaks to me beyond her grave, especially" to be in love" :


To be in love Is to touch with a lighter hand.
In yourself you stretch, you are well. You look at things Through his eyes
. A cardinal is red. A sky is blue.
Suddenly you know he knows too.
He is not there but You know you are tasting together The winter, or a light spring weather.
His hand to take your hand is overmuch. Too much to bear.
You cannot look in his eyes Because your pulse must not say What must not be said.
When he Shuts a door- Is not there_ Your arms are water.
And you are free With a ghastly freedom. You are the beautiful half Of a golden hurt.
You remember and covet his mouth To touch, to whisper on. Oh when to declare Is certain Death! Oh when to apprize Is to mesmerize, To see fall down, the Column of Gold, Into the commonest ash.

Job Interview

Cynthia King
7800 ogontz, ave.
Philadelphia, PA,19150
April, 30, 2008


Modeling Agency
1234 brown st.
Philadelphia, PA 19132

Dear CEO,
I have come to an understanding that you are in the market for a new face. Many people as well as myself feel as though if you give me a chance you will not be sorry. I am not the average type of female that you may have hired in the past. People want a change in the fashion world.

No one wants to keep seeing the same types of models all the time. I am a tall (5'11) slider fresh face who has what it takes for the modeling/fashion world. As a young child I have watched and studied my soon to be profession. This is something in which I believe in. My passion lies with in this carrier.

My portfolio would definitely back up what I am explaining to you. If you choose me as a representative for mega enterprise modeling agency I can assure you the satisfaction a profits that you desire. I have the walk, the talk, the look, and the knowledge, all I need is the job.

Thank you,

_Cynthia King_

Compact Essay's

1. Separation

The question is, why does everybody try to separate me from my one true desire? It seems to me that the world is against us all together. What's more important to you than the one you can open up your heart to outside of your family if you even have one? Prior to previous encounters with him, I view life in a totally different way. Since we have had the pleasure of meeting, my life has drastically changed for the better. Conversely, It seems to have added some type of weight to my shoulders in which I do not believe that I am ready to let go. Keep in mind that we not emotionally stable enough to deal with the pressure of everyone in fact no one really is, we all have feelings. To conclude, If what makes me happy means making changes, then Changes will be made.

2. Presidential Debate
The major issue with politics in today's society is miss understanding. As an illustration, any statement that was made against the opposite candidate was twisted into a negative statement. Furthermore, The point was being totally missed. If people spent more time working on issues instead of arguing the little details, Then we could begin to solve the problem at hand. Therefore we need to put all our differences aside and work as one whole democratic party to win this election. However we do need to focus on who is the best candidate. In deep, we should vote according to best eligible for the part not race, gender, or any other reasons. In short, If we were running the country instead of destroying it, we could pick a leader and be happy.

3. Our (adolescent) Rights
The question is, why are adults able to talk and treat us any king of way? That is the non- caring adults. What's more disrespectful than a person acting in a certain manor knowing that the minor is expected not to do anything about it even if the adults are wrong? If you haven't noticed, everyone does have a freedom of speech. We are entitled to our own opinion conversely we still need to mind our words, actions, and tones. Keep in mind that every adult is not always correct. To conclude, even though they can does not mean they should treat us anyway they please.

~PO3TRY~

My list of poetry author's consist of:
1. Nikki Giovanni
2. William Shakespeare
3. Langston Hughes
4. Gwendolyn Brooks
5. Cornelius Eady
6. And Lucille Clifton
7. Cyndi King
8. E E Cummings
9. Mya Angelou
10. Richard Allen

Nikki Giovanni was (to me) one of the greatest female poets of all time. I say this because not only was she a poet, she was a writer, commentator, activist, and educator. She is a self spoken woman and a wonderful leader whom which is not given enough credit. Most people fail to realize that there is more to her than just "poetry". My favorite was:

Balances

in life
one is always
balancing

like we juggle our mothers
against our fathers

or one teacher
against another
(only to balance our grade average)

3 grains of salt
to one ounce truth

our sweet black essence
or the funky honkies down the street

and lately i've begun wondering
if you're trying to tell me something

we used to talk all night
and do things alone together

and i've begun

(as a reaction to a feeling)
to balance the pleasure of
loneliness against the pain
of loving you

William Shakespeare is my all time favorite. I believe that he truly set the way for all of our poetry that we may create today. With his, sonnets, and plays, he was able to change the format of our entertainment. Even some of the words we use today came from this brilliant man (which Mr. B told us!) My favorite was:

From you have I been absent in the spring... (Sonnet 98)

From you have I been absent in the spring,When proud-pied April, dressed in all his trim,Hath put a spirit of youth in everything,That heavy Saturn laughed and leaped with him,Yet nor the lays of birds, nor the sweet smell Of different flowers in odor and in hue,Could make me any summer's story tell,Or from their proud lap pluck them where they grew.Nor did I wonder at the lily's white,Nor praise the deep vermilion in the rose;They were but sweet, but figures of delight,Drawn after you, you pattern of all those.Yet seemed it winter still, and, you away,As with your shadow I with these did play.

Langston Hughes was my favorite poet during the Early Adolescent years. Like Nikki and William, he was a writer as well how ever his poems delivered a different message to me as a child. He was always comparing things and feelings to inatament objects which I didn't really understand until I grew older and wiser. I admire him because it took a horrible death in his family to realize what true talent he had and for him to continue on, I respect that. My favorite was:


As I Grew Older

It was a long time ago.
I have almost forgotten my dream.
But it was there then,In front of me,
Bright like a sun--My dream.
And then the wall rose,
Rose slowly,Slowly,
Between me and my dream
.Rose until it touched the sky--The wall.
Shadow.
I am black.
I lie down in the shadow.
No longer the light of my dream before me, Above me.
Only the thick wall.
Only the shadow.
My hands!My dark hands!
Break through the wall!Find my dream!
Help me to shatter this darkness,To smash this night,
To break this shadow Into a thousand lights of sun,
Into a thousand whirling dreams Of sun!

Animal Rights

Many radicals claim that animal cruelty is fine. I personally feel that it is way of slowly killing our animal population especially the endangered ones. It is bad enough animals are being mistreated and used for other things besides pets but do we have to add this to the list as well? We need a change, Animal rights should be made into a law.

If you look deep into the story, animals are as human as we are when it comes down to having rights. All of the dog and chicken fights, make-up tests, and just animal cruelty in general should be abandoned. I know it's illegal but what is that doing? many people break the laws and still go on with their lives. what's next, we need too take a more aggressive stand. We need to fight back twice as hard.

Just sending these criminals to jail is not working obviously so what are we going to do? I'll tell you, we need to band all meats. I know that it is good but so is healthy foods that did not have to die unwillingly before entering your stomach. We need to band all furs especially chinchillas. Did you know that it takes 200 of those cute furry little animals just to make one three-quarter lenght coat? Imagine how many it takes to make an ankle length coat, from 4-600!

Many other things like snakeskin's and leather need to go. Being as though people don't really care enough to know this, leather is actually made from cows! That is so sick, we are killing animals for a shirt, pants, and shoes that will last us about a year and some of us don't even keep it for that long. This is truly an outrage and if anyone at all had a heart, they would consider sparing the lives of cats, dogs, fish, lambs, cows, birds, pigs, and any other animals out there.

If it were up to me we would have an animal appreciation day. I for one truly love animals, they could be your best friend in our second home (nature) we need to show that us as humans are indeed caring enough to spare the lives of our fellow friends. I love animals and it would be ashamed to see them go because of the selfishness of the human race.

_Cynthia King_

Happy (Gay) Marriages

To whom this may concern, everyone is entitled to live their life with whom ever they want to, how ever they want to. This applies to straight, gay, bisexuals and any other people of that nature. To tell someone how to live their life is like trying to convert a christian into a catholic. Everyone is just different.

Many people try to understand the ways of those who partake in "GAY" relationships or marriages. Personally I believe that people just need to mind their business. Being gay is not hurting anyone especially you so why involve yourself? I understand that you may not particularly approve of it but so what, no one asked for your opinion. Your best bet is to do you and let them do them.

However, I can understand where people are coming from. Being gay is not the most religious thing happening right now but you know what, Its their choice. In the bible it is strictly prohibited yes. I am sure they know that but If they don't care neither should we. We should right a law that would actually help us like no purchase of guns at all unless you are a cop instead of banding gay marriages.

I believe that so many people are against "happy" people because they feel as though that since they are of the same sex they automatically are attracted to every female or male. This is a typical stereotype. In fact, this is like saying every straight female is attracted to every male that see which in most cases is NOT the case. Its hard enough out here opening up to the world, especially to a world of rejection so yes I think that a gay marriage is a truly happy and hopefully successful marriage no matter what anyone thinks.

In closure, some of my closest friends are gay/bisexual and you know I have no problem with it. People should try to keep an open mind about things. Everything is not in everones favor so deal. I'm pretty sure you'd be annoyed of someone repeatedly tried to breakup you and your soul mate, trust I know how it feels and it hurts really bad. Imagine if It were you, have a heart they are regular people just like you and I.

Cynthia King

Reconnecting

Dear Carrie, (first best friend ever)

How have you been? We haven't spoken in ages. Listen I know we have lost touch for quite some time now but I want to change that. I miss all the fun times we shared back in 1st grade. We used to be the best of friends. We went everywhere together and had the best of times just the two of us. You really helped me to go outside the box. You got me to see the world for what the really is at such young age. You helped me when I thought I was going to wrong decisions. You helped choose the right friends for me. The danger that could have came towards me you prevented. For that I want thank you.

Remember when we all got lunch detention for playing in the library? Yea those were the good times. I want hang out with you again. Its ashame we had to be torn apart at such a young age. You should call me. How's your mother doing? What school do you attend now, do you like it there? Long story short, I missed you so much please keep in touch with me.

sincerely, Cynthia

Hiram Revels a great leader...

African American studies homework

Hiram Revels was born into freedom on September 27, of 1822 in Fayetteville, North Carolina.In the duration of his childhood, African Americans in the South, whether they were free or slaves, were prohibited to learn to read and write. However, Revels did not abide by this ridiculous rule. He was secretly taught these restrictions by a woman of color who was free. When he was only 15, his family decided to move to Lincolnton, North Carolina. In the city of his new home, he worked as a barber. He wanted to continue to learn so he decided to move to Indiana (which was a free state)and in 1844, he began studying at Beech Grove Seminary, which was a Quaker school.

In 1845, He had a change of heart. Revels began studying for the ministry at a "black seminary" in Drake County, Ohio. He then explained in his autobiography, "Here I studied more earnestly than I had done before in order to keep pace with the more advanced students, and I was successful in the undertaking, and greatly benefited by attending that school." He won renown as a minister of the AME Church in 1845. In 1849, he was known as an elder in the Indiana Conference. Revels traveled to speak in slave and free states. He would later claim:



"I labored as religious teacher and educator in Indiana, Illinois, Kansas, and to some extent in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Missouri, during which, at times, I met with a great deal of opposition. I was imprisoned in Missouri in 1854, for preaching the gospel to Negroes, though I was never subjected to violence."


In the early 1850's, Revels married Phoeba A. He later had six beautiful daughters. Even though Revels was a successful minister, he wanted to continue his education. He later attended Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois for about two years. After leaving Knox in 1857, Revels became a minister in the Methodist Episcopal Church in Baltimore, Maryland. He was also the principal of an African American high school.


At the beginning of the Civil War, Revels helped organize "Union regiments" and recruit soldiers of the "first colored regiment organized in the state of Maryland." He also established a school for freedmen in St. Louis, Missouri in 1863. He later worked with the "U.S. Provost" Marshall to handle the affairs of ex-slaves.


In 1865, Revels left the AME church and joined the Methodist Episcopal (EM) Church. This denomination offered more opportunities for Revels to work in the South. Revels became the "presiding elder" of the ME church, serving the Mississippi Conference. After the Civil War, former Confederate states faced the task of gaining readmission to the Union. The Reconstruction Act of 1867 required the Southern states to write new constitutions permitting African Americans to vote and hold public office. It required the states to ratify the Fourteenth amendment, and on July 28, 1868, African Americans were officially recognized as citizens of the United States.


In late 1868, Adelbert Ames, Mississippi's provisional military governor, appointed Revels for a term on the Natchez city Board of Aldermen. In 1869, John R. Lynch, a black political figure from Natchez, encouraged him to enter as a candidate for state senator, representing Adams County. Revels accepted the nomination at the Republican caucus in December 1869. During the first session of the Mississippi legislature in January of 1868, Revels was asked to open the session with a prayer. According to John R. Lynch, "That prayer--one of the more impressive and eloquent prayers that had ever been delivered in the Senate chamber--made Revels a United States Senator. He made a profound impression upon all who heard him."


In January 1870, Mississippi impressed Congress by electing Hiram Revels as a U.S. senator. Mississippi was readmitted to the Union, but the New York Herald predicted that Revels would never be allowed to take his Senate seat--especially since Mississippi's most recent senator had been Jefferson Davis, who had walked out to become president of the Confederacy. In fact, political bickering did delay approval of the new senator's credentials. But finally he was seated on February 25, 1870 and held the office until March 3, 1871, becoming the first African American U.S. senator.


During Revels' short tenure as a senator, he introduced several bills, presented a number of petitions, and served on the Committee on the District of Columbia and the Committee on Education. He addressed the Senate on topics such as the readmission of Georgia, the construction of levees in Mississippi and the integration of public schools in the District of Columbia.


After his tenure as U.S. senator, Revels became president of Alcorn College, the first land grant college for black students, and remained there from 1871 to 1873. After leaving Alcorn, Revels reentered the ministry, and served as the pastor of the Holly Springs, Mississippi ME church. In 1876, he again became president of Alcorn College, retiring in 1882. He later taught theology at Rust University in Holly Springs and became presiding elder in the ME church, serving the Upper Mississippi District. On January 16, 1901, Revels died of a stroke while attending a ME conference. He is buried near his home in Holly Springs. "The Autobiography of Hiram Rhoades Revels Together with some Letters by and about Him, " was published in The Midwest Journal, in 1953. He is remembered as a fair politician, respected minister and dedicated educator.

Democratic exceptance

Good evening my fellow democrats, Tonight, I would like to write this letter of exceptance and give a special thanks and my deepest gratitude to the people that made this possible. First off, I would like to say thank you to GOD because without him, I would not be here today. I would also like to think the people the people I ran against who gave me competition and inspired me to contine on with the election.

Last but not least I would like to thank the audience. With you being here tonight, it shows me that you really do support and stand behind everything I do. With that being said, as a token of my gratitude, I will take this challenge and I will be the best represenative you all have ever had. Thank you and good night
(hold for applause)

Cynthia King

BOURGEOISIE

On Friday 4-11-08, the 9Th grade females had a women's retreat. We were able to learn many different things about ourselves and others. We learned about being a real woman and deciding on the best possible ways to make decisions. The most important thing we learned about was being BOURGEOISIE.

Many people look down on this word. They are being brainwashed into believing that it is bad. It is actually a good thing. Its a way of life. Being bourgeoisie is not being shallow or conceited but its being aware and confident. Its all in the way that people see you.

If you don't think you look good guess what? No one will. You have to be the one to step up and say hey, I'm beautiful so deal with it! If you walk around acting like you have shame and something to hide then you will be treated like that. In this world their is no room for shyness, you have to be bold to be important.

I know that this may sound a little dramatic but in the words of the wonderful Ms. Kingcade "you are not important if someone ain't hatin'" which means if you are not talked about then you are not worried about. In this world trust me, its better to be talked about than not noticed. You will never get anywhere if you don't make your mark so why not take a chance and start now.

In conclusion, our workshop really helped to open my eyes and broaden my mind to thinking in other ways than one.This also helped me to realize my many mistakes of the past. The conflicts that we covered are near and dear to my personal life and I think this will really help me make a gradual change in my decision making for years to come.

Dear Donald...

Cynthia King
7800 ogontz, ave.
philadelphia, PA,19150
April, 7, 2008




Donald Trump
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xxxxxxxxxx xxx xxxxxx
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Dear Mr.Trump,


I am a concerned veiwer, and I am writing this letter to you because I feel that I would be a perfect canidate for a student Apprentice. I work well with others, play by the rules, and I don't stop until the job done.

I feel as though the other people that were picked for the show are as effecient as I. Many of the characters that chosen had problems with getting along. If I so happened not to get along with someone, I would put aside my differences and continue to keep it professonal. Please consider me for a possible canidate.


Sincerely,
Cynthia King

4-4-08 english

1. Hinder is to impede as excuse is to blame.
blame
pardon
delay
block

2. Noun is to adjective as verb is to adverb.
action
being
plural
adverb

3. Exit is to out as enter is to in.
door
house
enter
extra

4. Drink is to liquid as eat is to solid.
gas
liquid
milk
food

5. Mercury is to first as Mars is to mars.
second
third
fourth
fifth

6. Labyrinth is to maze as medicine is to drug.
drug
doctor
pharmacy
sickness

7. Hurricane is to meteorologist as star is to astronomer.
geologist
entomologist
biologist
astronomer

1. I did all my homework in study hall. do
2. She thinks of a better way to do it. think
3. Sam reminds us to lock the doors. remind
4. They put their names on the list. put
5. Who borrowed my new shoes? borrow
6. We never knew his real name. know
Change the verb that comes after each sentence to its past participle form and write it in the blank. You may refer to a dictionary. The first sentence has been completed for you.
1. I have never driven such a wonderful car! drive
2. Frank had ate the whole pizza before we arrived. eat
3. They’ve known and trusted her for years. know
4. Osgood has always blamed others for his mistakes. blame
5. The candidates have writen their opinions on our site. write
6. He’s picked his favorite song for the ceremony. pick

3-31-08

Reviewer’s Name : Cynthia King Writer’s Name Nina PEER EDITING/REVISION WORKSHEET FOR EXPOSITORY ENTRIESEntry Number _____ Entry Title HONESTY. EDITOR’S COMMENTS:1. Statement explains the topic that the writer is going to discuss. YES honesty the topic is very much important because its a way of life either your honest or your not. It makes a huge difference because people who are not hionest can not be trusted and if you cant be trusted then you really have no future. no Writer uses vocabulary relevant to detective fiction. NO. I circled punctuation, mechanical, and structural errors. NO I conferenced with the writer about his/her entry. NO Return this form to the writer so that s/he can attach it to his/her rough drafts.WRITER’S COMMENTS:1. The editor’s comments were helpful to me. YES I understood what the editor wanted me to do. YES . I feel confident that I can make the necessary revisions. NO. At my next conference with the teacher, I need to discuss or ask about the following: