My childhood bedroom was my sanctuary, a place where I could be alone with my thoughts. It was the only space in the house that I shared with no one else, except for my Siamese cat, George. In my room, I was surrounded by objects and things that brought me...
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For this lesson I opted to go to the food court at the mall to watch people. I chose to go around lunchtime because I thought I would have a wider range of people to observe at that time and in that place. I was right; the availability of people...
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After months of planning, my friends and I were finally able to visit the Yosemite National Park in California this summer. The park is so huge that it spans three counties in the State. Like other visitors, we only got to see the U-shaped Yosemite Valley which is only about...
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There was a time when Blockbuster was one of the favorite places for movie enthusiasts but now Blockbuster is a thing of the past. This shows how Americans now watch movies in a different manner as evident by the rise of online streaming services such as Netflix and Amazon Prime....
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I have been fortunate to have travelled extensively, both within U.S. and at international level. Given the sheer number of places I have seen, one may assume it is hard for me to pick a single most favorite place but the answer is not that hard for me. There are...
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Before the industrial revolution of the late 19th century, a significant proportion of world population used to live in rural areas. While they might not have had the luxuries of life we have now, they were more in touch with the nature. Fortunately, there are still cities like San Diego...
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The energy demands of the humanity are ever growing, with the increase in population and the development of industry. According to the Energy Literacy paper, the choice of energy heavily influences the economic security and the environmental quality of human communities. At present, the largest challenge is satisfying the global...
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Voice is the most vital element for successful writing. Without voice, it is quite obvious that good number of readers will not be able to read past the introductory paragraph with respect to any written material. It is a common perception that voice is only depicted through people i.e. by...
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It is a joy today to see the marriage of Alicia and John. All of you friends and family have gathered to witness something great and permanent. This is a memorable occasion and touches my heart as I know it touches all of yours. Alicia is the sweetest friend that...
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I. Introduction – One of the joys of cooking is trying out new recipes from all over the world. Dishes from all over the world serve to give an insight into new cultures and open individuals up to new experiences. The Republic of Senegal is one such culture worth exploring,...
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It seems to me that a place can play a part in an emotional attachment very much like that of deep friendship. Much about the connection defies explanation, but it exists nonetheless. Also as with a personal relationship, the depth of the connection can exist in spite of what others...
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What is most clear when examining Venice Beach from the perspective of ethnography is that it is made up of a diverse group of ethnicities and social class. Venice Beach is therefore multi-cultural. It seems that because of this diversity it encourages others to visit it who may be seek...
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Every year, Halloween is celebrated on October 31. There are a variety of traditions associated with celebration of Halloween, but one of the most recognizable is trick-or-treating. On Halloween night, children dress up in costume and walk around their neighborhoods, knocking on doors and asking for candy. Many adults dress...
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I went to a local venue on the outskirts of Pasadena. I was with my family and we went in order for me to do my project. The band that was playing was a rock band, and they were playing in a park. The concert was about 1 hour and...
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1. Wattstax at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum (1972): soul, gospel, blues, jazz, funk. Watts Summer Festival was never organized on such a level: an idea of a small concert for a local summer festival turned into the historically significant event. It featured the brightest stars of American black South:...
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A year ago, my friends and I went to an island for the weekend. We could go kayaking, kneeboarding, and ' what was most important ' surfing. We actually went to surf but a lot of interesting staff happened during the trip. It was cool and calm when we arrived....
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I don't want to be rude, but I can't help looking over at that woman in the coffee shop, again and again. There's no reason for this fascination. She's no different than anyone else here. Laptop open, latte on the little table, ordinary, middle-aged lady, dressed casually and normally. There's...
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In the place of my birth, it feels like we are millions of miles away from large land masses, surrounded by crystal clear waters, an abundance of natural resources, and close family near at hand. There is no place I would rather be for these reasons, than in my native...
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Giving birth is an important process to humanity and as such it should be a beautiful experience to women. However, some women get anxious with the anticipated pain and discomfort during delivery. This fear drives some women to go for epidurals to manage pain and have a more comfortable delivery....
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The air in the Carolina Cabinets & Woodworks shop is filled with the sound of saws and woodworking tools as well as the smells of wood, sawdust and finishing formulas. Although the shop is buzzing like a bee hive, Chad, remains a quiet force amid the busyness. Always one to...
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No human experience is remotely like that of childbirth. It is unique because it is both a universal event in humanity, occurring all the time and everywhere, and the most important reality ever known. Throughout history, it has been: sacred; literally attacked and prevented; the source of intense debate; a...
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Imagine getting off an airplane and having your nostrils engorged with the scent of aromatic blossoms. The flowery experience continues for those coming to Hawai’i, America’s gem in the Pacific Ocean. Upon entering the O’ahu terminal, scantily-clad bronze women put flower wreaths called leis around passengers’ necks; then they board...
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My mother passed away after my 16th birthday. Her sudden death brought me to my knees with the most heart wrenching and painful surprise of my life. I felt devastated and utterly hopeless and alone. I did not want to speak to or see anyone for months. I cried endlessly...
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At almost every fair, there are hot dogs and popcorn, maybe even burgers. However, in the modern age, there is a much greater variety of options. It doesn’t take a large fair or festival to get basic festival food stalls to show up, but at a large enough event, a...
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One of my earliest memories was when I went to the beach with my parents for the first time. My first impression was how crystal clear the water looked, as it was reflecting sunlight. The day was hot, and I remember the sun beating down and thinking how refreshing it...
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