He gives strong examples of what others have lead him to believe such as " this strange being, a sort of God, they call Daddy". ... He notes that he never called them 'Dad' just 'Uncle'. ... Does this mean he was rebellious or perhaps angry for the years they were not able to spend to together? ... Why does the author get satisfaction watching his friends when he tell them he has his father address and phone number? ... Perhaps, he thinks it makes him appear strong in their eyes because he does not need is father. ...

• Word Count: 752
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

The man's ice cold eyes stared into the distance, probably locked on his last view of life. ... Laura had the most beautiful brown curly hair and her eyes were so dark yet full of so much life. ... I was too late, the rescue crews were gone and I received no answers that day. ... I remember watching helplessly as a nun got chased down the street by a group of people just because she had light skin. ... I thanked god that my cell door was locked otherwise I was going to be next. ...

• Word Count: 1595
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School