Our society has created so many expectations of my generation, and generations to come. ... She also says how when her mother is on the phone and she hears Junes name being used the tone is approving, but when she hears her own name all she hears is disappointment in her mother's voice. ... I would remember every time my mother was on the phone with one of her sister she would use such a proud excited tone when talking about my sisters. ... In the story Connie goes out at night quite often, and made me think that she was most likely well know in her town. ... We are often blind to the com...

• Word Count: 1286
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

One day while visiting a near-by town, Nick saw her strolling down the street. ... He looked her dead in the eyes and said in a deep and romantic tone, "Are you ready to marry me yet?... Every time you had a day off though it was our time together. ... You both will always remain in our lives. You have given us so much knowledge that we will use to raise our children. ...

• Word Count: 1602
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

James Missouri, a true southern cow-town with beautiful hay and cornfields for miles. ... We began eating and nodded our heads in appreciation to grandma for making breakfast. ... He provides in our times of need." Grandma said with a smile. ... God got a whole lot bigger for me that day; it set the tone for my faith. ... But if we decide to believe in coincidence rather than intentional appointment, our faith would never know the depths of miracles....

• Word Count: 1433
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School