I'm back! I have been so busy with school and grading papers, that I haven't had the chance to sit down and update the blog, but with October comes Inktober, and I can't miss out on that. Luckily for me, this is also my school's fall break, so, I'm hoping to get a good routine …
The Lone Survivor (Treasure)
“X” is supposed to mark the spot. The treasure is supposed to be here, but I can’t find it. We tried so hard to find it. We lost so many people in the hunt. I’m the only one left. What’s the point of this treasure if there’s no one alive to have it.
Review of “IT” by Stephen King
For my Pick Your Poison Reading Challenge, I chose “IT” by Stephen King for the category A Book Over 500 Pages. This book is definitely over 500 pages, and because of my limited time due to work, I decided to listen to this on audiobook rather than read the entire book on my own. Welcome …
The Reminder (Sling)
The sling serves two roles. First, it prevents my arm from moving while it heals. Second, it reminds me of the cruelty of man. That night was a blur, but I clearly remember the pain from the blows that kept coming and coming. I will never forget the laughter that surrounded me as I curled …
Prom Night (Misfit)
It’s pathetic how hard the misfit tries to fit in. As if we would ever like her or be friends with her. She’s scrawny and freaky. She was never popular, so why would she think that one of the most popular guys would go out with her? She’ll get what she deserves, and by the …
Fragile Bonds (Overgrown)
The house stands empty and decaying. The vines have overgrown and taken over the building. There used to be a family who lived here. The couple and their daughter were happy and loved each other. However, one day the daughter left. Not everything was as good as the family wanted everyone to believe. With the …
Update on Summer Reading Series and other Blog Posts
Hey everyone! This is the first Thursday where I haven't provided a new post for my summer reading series. While I had three more planned for the rest of the summer, with school beginning soon, and me working more to get my classroom and lessons ready, I will be unable to complete the rest of …
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The Fight (Dizzy)
I open my eyes feeling dizzy. I look toward my right only to be met with a punch to the face. How many times have I been hit? How many times have I fallen down? Why do I keep getting back up? I feel the pain radiate throughout my body. I can’t keep doing this.
SRB: The Crossover by Kwame Alexander
Summary "With a bolt of lightning on my kicks . . .The court is SIZZLING. My sweat is DRIZZLING. Stop all that quivering. Cuz tonight I'm delivering," announces dread-locked, 12-year old Josh Bell. He and his twin brother Jordan are awesome on the court. But Josh has more than basketball in his blood, he's got …
The Power of a Name
Monday The most hated day of the week The killer of all things fun Monday The name sign of the Moon The celebration of this celestial body Monday The target of jokes The bane of all workers Having the name Monday is a lot of pressure. When being introduced to someone, they go through three …
Luna's Literary Corner 