"(21) He also describes himself "to a great degree, self taught"(21) It seems that his father is not interested enough in what his son is studying, and takes little notice of what he is doing. ... So, by himself, Victor engrosses himself the study of a very narrow field, science, without any education about in morals, arts, or social skills which may have helped him to mature and be a more social and compassionate individual, and concentrates on the secret of eternal life. ... The creature describes it as "I knew, and could distinguish nothing; but feeling pain invade me on all sides, I s...
I have always been intrigued by the lives of those living on the "other side of the fence" than me. I have always had a deep-rooted admiration for those who are less fortunate and do in fact have to face the horrible struggles of living below the poverty line in our country. This interest stems prim...
I sat down next to the fire gazing into its endless orange glow, as I pondered why mother insisted on putting huge curlers in her hair even camping. ... Once I had let out enough line I set the rod in Dad's homemade holder, and I sat back to wait for an attack on the lure. ... Not much was known about this science that has now become my daily focus, during my studies these last two years. ...
The two children were also sitting at the table, cheerfully talking and playing with one another while patiently waiting for their meal The mother then put the plates on the table, sat down and the whole family had a relaxing breakfast together. ... After I get home, I take a five-minute "breather" break, and then I am off to studying. ...
Every year my family members usually come home together to have new year dinner. Especially last year, we celebrated for one family member (my brother) who just came to US from VN. Normally, after my father's statement, everybody started eating, talking and giving to each other all the best wishes f...
There are a multitude of influential males within my life that I greatly appreciate and look up to. However, there is only one who has truly made me the young man I am today. The greatest influence toward my life and goals would be my father. A man I hold to a higher standard than most and greatly ...
Finally one day Timmy's mother and grandmother sat him down and told him they have to have a very serious talk with him. ... One topic they both seemed to share the most interest in was the Pentagon papers, which were the secret military study of the Vietnam War that got to the press (Wells 255). ...
I am a firm believer that everyone should enjoy all the small things life has to offer. We often get lost in all the day to day routines. I am just as guilty. We wake up and rush through the early morning fog of waking up, getting coffee, getting dressed, waking up kids and spouses. We all go thro...