‘Key points of Obama’s strategy for Afghanistan’

Obama plans to send 30,000 more troops to Afghanistan over a duration of seven months. This is a rising, worldwide event. Some people are glad that security and protection of fellow Americans are being sent out there, others not so much. Obama has a new strategy this year around. He wants to increase security forces in order to have a more stable base. Troops will also have the job of helping out secure undercover areas. Obama’s idea is to work on becoming allies with Afghanistan and their citizens by building programs with benefits. The Afghanistan government is shaken by the corruption over the past years and now is the perfect time to help. He plans on supporting them this time, rather then going against. Obama is trying to reach out to those, and to become allies with as many countries as possible so in the end if we are the ones going at war we would have someone to back us up.

Q&A’s

Where is the ribbon located? The ribbon is located at the top of the page. Beneath the word office button, beginning with the word Home.

What are the three main components that make up the ribbon? The three main components are Tab, Command, and Group.

What are the names of all the tabs? The names of the tabs are as follows; Home, Insert, Page Layout, References, Mailings, Review, and View.

Where are the group names located? You go to the top of the page, where the tabs are, i.e. Home. Then you proceed down past the commands (which is below the tabs and above the groups. Where it says font, paragraph, style, that’s where groups are located.

What are the commands? Commands are inbetween Tabs and groups.

What is a template? A template is like a rough draft. It’s where you start the document.

Why are templates helpful? They’re helpful because, they can get you started, and you can build ideas as you go along.

What is the good thing about styles in office 2007? The group styles can be beneficial because, you can change the appearance of your words.

What are some of the uses for a table in word? you can use the table to pile information into it.

What are graphics?  How can you use them in word? Graphics are images that appear after you click the insert tab, then go to the illustration group and select something. (Graphic Design-Pictures,Drawings&such)

What is mail merge?  What can you this for? A mail merge is the process of sending labels, letters, directory, envelopes, and email messages. The purpose of doing this is to connect with other people.

What is document security view? The document security view is when your’ document is locked so others can’t make any changes.

Why do you think that office has changed so much? B/C technology is increasing, things are becoming modernized to better fit people in our society today.

If you don’t know how something in technology works, what are some ways you can learn? You can get some information from Microsoft Word 2007’s programs like enhanced screen tips, and live preview. Also, if you need further help you could ask someone experienced, or simply look it up online.

Creative Story (:

With my body completely relaxed, I was laying on my bed and let me tell you was I bored. Anyway, my little cousin came in with his comic book. Instead of asking to read it being the mean cousin that I am, I took it viciously from his grip. Then I stammered out of the room and read it in my little secret hide out. On the first page it talked about a girl named Sarah. She cherished this one heart shaped necklace inside a beautiful heart shaped box, in which, her grandmother gave her when she was little. Unfortunately, she misplaced it. So there she was on a journey to find her necklace. By the way, she had some very magical powers. Which were to burn things with her eyes and the ability to fly anywhere and everywhere. It all began, when she flew to Guatemala and back within a night. With her eye vision she burned numerous things that were in her path while flying. She killed an estimated 30 birds and about 2 UFOs. On her other trip to Quebec she ran into some complications. There was a cloud that talked. This cloud would not let her fly past him. It yelled screamed and threw lightning directly at her. She finally managed her way through. It was not until then, that she came across a wall preventing her pathway. “Joy, another complication, she whispered.” So, she stood in a daze wondering what to do next. And, there it was, she bent her knees and flew over the wall. What do you know there her necklace was, she killed 30 birds and 2 UFO’s all to find her necklace behind a never ending wall.

Reaction to quote

“To be right is not always popular…To be popular is not always right.”

Personally, I believe this quote is completly true. For instance, sometimes majority rules, but this doesn’t account for every situation. The right descion will not always be most favorable. However, the correct descion, is what makes you feel good deep down inside.

On the other hand, “….To be popular is not always right,” suggests that for instance, doing illegal activity might raise your social standing but is it the right thing to do? Is that the kind of image you want to portray to those who look up to you? Maybe the things someone does to be popular isn’t the type of thing one should do in order to be popular.

10 Things that Make Me LAUGH XD

The volleyball team- Whenever I am at practice I never have a smile on my face. Whether I made a dumb mistake or simply just got caught up in the competitiveness, the girls are always making me laugh. (=

Natasha Saldarriaga- This girl always cracks me up. And, best of all she can make fun out of any situation. Like when we went to shop-rite the other day, and to kill time we played volleyball in the isles. Plus, she tells me the most hilarious stories and believe me I enjoy being updated. =p

Lauren Russo- She is the most random person ever, that in general makes me laugh. =]

Friday after a very close loss, I was on the bus(ride) back to the school.  Half the team had gotten rides back, keep in mind. So it was me and a couple of other people. So anyway, we stuck our heads out the windows, and we would pass by random people and just start saying things like, ’heeeeey blue hat’ and wave. They waved back alright. It is good to know, that we made someone smile that day. And, you would think after a loss we would be upset, yeah not so much. ;]

My sister, Sandra, makes me laugh all day everyday. She looks nothing like me, yet she acts exactly like me. Our insiders are the funniest things known to man. (:

Gym Class (1st period)- I am so glad I have gym first period because, it really brightens my day, so to speak. We all get along so well, and the humor really travels throughout the entire gym. Gym is one of the few classes I have with a hand full of my friends, so that is also a plus. =D

George Lopez- I always get a kick out of watching this show. It is one of my all time favorite shows. Whenever I turn it on, I can expect a great laugh. [:

Dr. Pat- He tends to dunk his head into a bowl of freezing cold ice and water, due to the extreme heat that is. Plus, he makes some really funny comments in class that honestly provoke me to look at the clock less often. [=

My little brother, Richard, is five years young and I can not help but laugh when being within his presence. He enjoys sneaking up on me and then tickling me with all his might. I am quite tickilish, I must note. Plus, he makes up stories about what he did in his life, (all five years) which is really funny. (=p

Bon Qui Qui- (Anjelah Johnson) well known from her youtube videos. ’bon qui qui at king burger’ I love imatating her sayings, like I do in movies. This is one of those classics. =)

CNN Article

‘Samoan islands shaken by second quake.’ An earthquake hit near the Samoan islands this past Wednesday. It was already partially destructed by previous earthquake and tsunami attack. The earthquake was not predicted, it was a shocker killing more than one hundred and thirty people. There was a huge emergency effort to prevent the deaths but unfortuantely one hundred and thirty nine people where killed in the act. Obama addressed this event as people where mortified that they had lost nearly everything.

Mavis Beacon Q&A on Posture

1. Can you do these stretches sitting down or standing up? They can be done either way.
   
2. What posture should you always begin at? At a neutral beginning posture. Begin with a relaxation of movement.
   
3. Why is breathing helpful? Breathing is helpful because, it gives you that burst of energy you might need to continue a lesson.
   
4. Choose three of these stretches as your favorite.  Why did you select them?
   

My three favorite stretches are windmills. shoulder rolls, and stretch and twist. All three are very effective. Plus, they really loosen up your muscles. And get your body feeling more flexible.

Mavis Beacon lesson

1. List 10 new facts that you did not know before?
2. Cumulative Trauma Disorders. Accumulative stress on the body.
3. Body is at a ninety degree angle from the computer.
4. Thighs and hips should be well supported by the chair.
5. Adjust height, foot rest if needed to adjust position to the computer.
6. Elbow and forearm should be in a neutral position when using a computer.
7. Talking on the phone while typing cuts off your circulation.
8. The mouse should be on the same plane as the keyboard.
9. I learned what CTD’s are, and the effect they can have.
10. I learned that Ergonomics has a lot to do with your environment.
11. I also learned that, position of your body can lead to injuries in the long term.
12. What is CTD? clumsiness, or loss of strength, pain that wakes you up at night. Exercise can lessen the risk. Can be caused as a result of bad habits such as posture.
13. Why do CTD’s occur? When ligaments attach one to the other and allow movement, joints guide and limit range of motion, pain and injury can occur. Can cause soft tissue inflammation or nerve compression.
14. What is Ergonomics? Ergonomics is the science that involves the enviorment and the people in it. The environment can effect a persons’ ability to work.

Why i chose St. Mary’s

I chose to attend St. Mary’s for various reasons. For one, my public school is not the best. Hell, Maywood does not even have a highschool I would have had to attend the neighboring town’s high school. It is huge, and lets just say it is not located in the best of areas. It was either that or attend Paramus Catholic. And, personally I prefer smaller schools. St. Mary’s is just that. From attending public school all my life to attending a school with high religious morals, it was quite a transition. But now, as a sophmore, this whole experience has really made me develop as a person. I used to be the shiest little thing. Now, you’ll see me on the volleyball court, basketball court, and track field. And, if I am not playing than I am cheering, because support of your fellow teamates can make the difference between a win and a loss.

I googled good posture and found this link; http://www.spine-health.com/wellness/ergonomics/good-posture-helps-reduce-back-pain . I found five key points, and they are;

1. “Not maintaining good posture and adequate back support can add strain to muscles and put stress on the spine.”

2. Poor posture can lead to medical issues in the future. Including, problems with the muscles,disks,nerves,etc.

3. Good body posture results in a healthy back and spine.

4. Bad posture can lead to intense migranes, neck pain, concerns with breathing, fatigueness, and so on.

5. “Basically, having correct posture means keeping each part of the body in alignment with the neighboring parts. Proper posture keeps all parts balanced and supported.”