A Child of The West

The question I have been asked this week is one that I'm not sure how to answer:

Are you  child of the west?

This is a question that can be very vague. Our teacher, Mrs. Alldredge, told us to interpret this question however we want to. It could be California, all of North America. For this question, I'm going to say that it's the west coast, California.

I've lived in the west coast for my entire life. That's all I know.

One other reason that I would consider my being a "child of the west" is that like I said before, all I've lived here my entire life. All my family and friends live in the west coast. I've never lived in any other place.

I've always lived by the beach in the sun. And yes, I'm your stereotypical Californian where 60 degrees is too cold

So I'm not really sure what else to say, so I think I'm going to end it here. I know that this a short post, but thanks for reading!

Coming of Age

In English class, we are reading The Glory Field (1994) by Walter Dean Myers. In the story, one of the characters, Elijah, has a few key moments where he has a "coming of age" moment and feels like a man.

One key moment that I believe that I had a "coming of age" moment is when I had a Bar Mitzvah. If you don't know what that is, it is when Jewish children are brought into the adult Jewish community when you turn 13.

It was a very exciting time in my life and it for sure felt like a coming of age moment.

Written Words, Identity, and Legacy

In History class, we are learning about identity. So like last week, that's what I'm going to talk about. My question I'm going to talk about this week is what are two things you would like your great-grandchildren to know about you? How would you hope they sum up your "identity legacy?"

Since I'm still pretty young, I'm not sure what to say. I haven't figured out my life's path yet. However, I do would want my great-grandchildren to know what I was like.

My great-grandma died when I was pretty young, but I got to know her pretty well. The only thing I wish that I learned is what she was like before. She wasn't able to do a lot or talk since she was in her mid 90s when I could actually have a full on conversation with her. I wish I could really get to know her and how she was, so that's exactly what I would want my great-grandchildren to do.


One idea I have is to talk about myself when I'm about 30 or 40, and maybe do it every 5 years. That way my great-grandchildren could hear and talk with my when I was younger and really get to know me.

Identity

My question for this week is one I'm still not sure how to answer: 3 words that define my identity. The first thing I think of is what I like. I enjoy technology, so that's one. I enjoy sailing, so thats two. Charlie, that's three

Technology
I wouldn't be where I am in life without technology. It's a huge part of my life. I enjoy computers, games, and learning new things. One things for sure, I was born in the right generation.

Sailing
Its a huge part of my life. I practice up to 6 hours a week. If I didn't do sailing, I'm not sure what else I would do to get out and do something with my friends.


Charlie
If haven't already learned, its my name. It's what makes me special. I can't think of a better name for me that has to be something that defines my identity.

Revolution

Hello readers. 

This week, I have a BIG question: how do you want to change the world?

Well, there are so many ways that I could change the world, although it might not seem like there is. Our world is a place with cause and effect. 

If I say hi to someone, they will say hi back. But if I don't they might not say hi to me. 

Each person can make a difference in the smallest way. I could be nice to family members, buy a friend a birthday present, or give a homeless man a couple dollars. 

It doesn't seem like much, but everything makes a difference. 

Or you could also do something bigger, something that makes a difference on numerous people, instead of one. Like raise money, clean up your community, do something for someone else. 

You probably get the point of what I'm saying, and that is if your going to do something, you don't always have to think big. Think small, then go big. Instead of going out and starting a charity, first start doing it on your own on a smaller scale. 

Any good deed makes a difference, no matter how big or small. 

Now, what will you do to change the world?

Thats up to you.

My Quest

What's your quest in life?

Hmm, this question is a hard one.

When I think of what I want to do, I'm not sure. I haven't thought much of it. One thing I know for sure is I don't want to be alone in life. That doesn't mean I want to be married.

I want to be close to family a lot and hope fully live a couple hours away from at least one family member. I want to have lots of friends and family and have a good life. I will work hard and play hard. I wan't to live life full of friends, family, happiness, and fun memories. I want to soar like a bird and succeed in my goals. I hope to have a fun life full of exciting times and occasions.




Now, what's your story?

Charlie-topia

What makes a perfect society in my opinion? Glad you asked.


Personally, I would be fine having everyone welcome and not have certain people come. I also would be open to all religions and unlike some of the colonies in the past, not have slavery.

I like technology and modern architecture, so that would be a must in my society. I would take advantage of technology, but not too much.  I don't want everyone sitting on the couch watching TV all day while robots are doing all the work for us.

Kids would be educated the same way we are today. However, maybe have some more rules so the society wouldn't have as many school dropouts.

People would be free to practice any thing they want.

The government would be chosen by citizens and adults could vote.

I would try to stick to more healthy foods, however that doesn't mean I'm taking away sweets.

If we were to have a conflict, I would take a vote so everyone could have a voice.


In terms of goals, I wouldn't have a specific goal. Although one goal for the society is that know one would be poor. I would make sure to have more than enough well paying jobs and hope that everyone would have a great life.

Of course there are many more things that go into starting a colony, but these are just the general guidelines of how I would start a colony.

Learn About Me

We have been studying and writing creation myths, and now its my turn to introduce myself on this blog. I'll use the BIG questions about identity, meaning, and purpose that creation myths explore as my inspiration. Here are 8 things that provide insight about who I am:

1. I'm from Santa Barbara, CA
2. My family and friends are very important to me
3. I'm a tech geek
4. I'm not sure where I'm going in life yet
5. I'm not a big fan of running
6. What I hope for this blog for it to be enjoyed and read by many people
7. What I need is a good life, good friends, and good family
8. I am Charlie