Entry #5: Faster path to careers

ASU to offer more short classes

       Have you ever thought," Ugh, I hate this class and I wish I could just fast forward through it!" I know I have had several classes that, to say the least, were not my favorite classes and I just wanted to get them over with as fast I could. Well, I am pleased to tell you that it is now an option for students at ASU and all over the U.S. Instead of offering the traditional 16 week classes, many colleges are now offering some 7 1/2 week classes.

       What an amazing and wonderful idea for students who are motivated and want to plow through school. I have personally gone through a 7 1/2 week English class before. It was an amazing experience for me and I thought it was a very doable class. Although, the work load may be stressful for some students if they have a tough load of classes. I believe that these shortened classes can do so much more for students then just teach a whole bunch of material. A 7 1/2 week class really taught me important skills such as organization and time management. 

       You would think that everyone would be jumping at the idea of a shortened class, many students and teachers haven't been too excited about these changes. Many teachers believe that some academic courses should not be crammed in 7 1/2 weeks. There is so much material that is to be taught and processed and many teachers feel like it can't be properly taught in that amount of time. Also, some students may feel stressed with the copious amounts of homework they will have.

        I do believe that some classes are best taught when they use the full 16 week classes. That way, the material is thoroughly being taught instead of a few weeks of just cramming a bunch of material that students are most likely to forget because of the overload. Also, if students can't deal with the work load then maybe those classes aren't best for them. But for those of us who are looking to speed through some classes to get them over with, they are perfect. These classes are hoping me complete my classes that much faster and is bringing me one step closer to my degree!

And we can all relate to this...

Entry #4: Motherhood blessings

    Okay... I think we should all pause and take a moment to stare at this little cutie...You done? Yeah.. neither am I...Who is the proud mother of this precious little girl?! I AM! Now, I know it seems like all moms do is brag about their children but now I understand why. Knowing that they are one of you own, sometimes you can't help but to just smile.

"Motherhood-is the state or experience of having and raising a child."

     What a vague description for such an amazing and rewarding experience. I have been a mother for a total of 5 months and let me tell you, it has been the most amazing time of my life. I have spent countless hours up with this precious bundle and have watched her first smiles and her darling attempts at laughs. I am very grateful for this experience because I am well aware that many women all over the world are not able to have children of their own. Around 10% or 6.1 million women in the United States have trouble getting pregnant or maintaining pregnancy. So, I fully understand that my precious little girl is a miracle from God. Being a mother can be so much fun but with it comes great responsibility. Peyton, my daughter, looks to me for her daily needs, and will look to me for guidance as she grows older.  So, it is on me to be a good example from the very beginning. How will my daughter ever learn to be a good mother if I am 
      Every women can be a mother, although some may be biologically incapable of having children, adoption is still an option! Every women who has a desire to raise child deserves a chance to be a mommy. Over 120,000 children are adopted every year in the United States and it would be amazing if the number grew even more. Children deserve to grow up in a home where they can be loved and nurtured by a mommy and daddy. 

Entry #3: Media Bias

WATCH FIRST^^^

      Can you believe what you saw? I didn't realize how liberal our news media is these days. Well... I actually don't watch the news that often but when I did I never picked up to the fact that they were so one-sided. After looking at those statistics and thinking about the different networks I have watched I realized the truth in what was said in the video. Instead of being unbiased and giving a full report on both sides of the party for the midterms, they are choosing to say nothing because the outcomes of the Democratic party are not in their favor. Adrianna Cohen stated it well that these networks are too often acting like private PR firms for the Democratic party. As you saw from the video, during Bush's presidency they made sure to make the public aware of any scandal or drop in approval ratings but you will hardly hear anything about Obama's scandals or approval ratings.

Why does this matter and how is this affecting us? We as citizens and voters are being deceived and are becoming unaware about the truth of elections and midterms if only one side of the story is being covered. If we are being brainwashed by liberal media then obviously people are going to vote for what they see being put out on the media which may not be the best option. People have the right to know the full truth about both political parties. This means showing the GOOD and the BAD no matter what the network's viewpoints are. Networks may be helping the Democratic vote but is ruining their ratings as far as credibility. Who can trust a network that tells half truths? We shouldn't have to put up with this kind of deceitfulness. Stricter guidelines need to be set for media and how they present news to the public. Next time you are watching the news, BEWARE. Are they telling the truth?

Entry #2: Say bye-bye to cyberbullying

 Cyberbullying happens everyday all over the world. Have you ever been a victim or cyberbullying?

Everyday someone is cyber-bullied or is cyberbullying someone. Why people think it is okay to treat someone like that I have no idea. Many people across the world have even ended their own lives due to constant bullying. 

Take the story of Amanda Todd for instance. She was a young girl who had made some unwise choices and was bullied online continually from schoolmates and people she hardly knew. She endured harsh treatment for months and months to the point where she had severe depression, cut herself, and ultimately it led to her death. Amanda Todd was only 15 years old. She was so young and still had so much life to live and because of some rude and hateful people, because of their words, a young girl took her life. Not one person ever stood up for her. 

I would hope that all of us would have the courage to say something if we saw someone being bullied online. It may be just the thing someone needs. You could be that one person that makes a difference in someones life and could ultimately save a person's life knowing that there is a friend out there that cares. Show that you care and be the friend they never thought they would have. #stopcyberbullying

Entry #1: Hey blogger buds

So, I do not have tons of experience blogging but I did spend a semester at school practicing blogging for my English 101 class. That definitely doesn't make me a pro but I am now starting to get the hang of posting! I have learned to not hate blogging so much but it still isn't my favorite thing to do in my free time.I do actually enjoying reading other blogger's posts but whenever I post I feel like my content and style of writing is not interesting to other readers. It could be me just being too hard on myself!

I have gone over three blogs to see how other people write and here are my thoughts of what I saw! :)


The first blog I went through is actually a favorite of mine! She is a mommy blogger that actually lives in here in Phoenix, AZ. Alexa Jean Brown is a mommy in her mid 20's who is a health and fitness fanatic and a fashionista. She has inspired thousands with her motivating posts. Scrolling through her site keeps me motivated to get in shape. Sometimes I feel like I am too busy to work out or take the time to eat healthy but then I see that she is a working mom that has so much on her plate and yet makes time to take care of herself. If she can do it so can I!!!

http://alexajeanfitness.squarespace.com

The second blog I explored was that of Kristy Wicks. Her life revolves around decorating, shopping, gardening, and her friends and family. Her blog is filled with colorful and gorgeous photos of her home and decorating ideas. She is an inspiration to people because she reaches out to the penny-pinchers and the splurgers. Many interior decorators have such an expensive taste that the average American couldn't afford. Kristy changes it up by finding items at flea markets and consignment stores. It showed me that I can have a gorgeous and well put together home and not have an empty wallet by the time I finish.

The last blog that I skimmed over was a sports blog. I am not going to post anything about what all I read. But feel free to read through and tell me your thoughts or interesting thoughts about what you read in the blog.

http://www.sportsblog.com

Hello there mates!

Well hello there lovelies! My name is Alexandria Renee Penner. You can call me Penner, Al, Al-pal, Aly-girl or whatever you feel like calling me! I am a fun and outgoing 19 year old (soon to be 20!). You can pretty much always find me outside hiking, rock climbing, playing tennis and the list goes on. So, I guess you can say I am an exercise freak! I enjoy spending time with my wonderful family and my beautiful 4-month-old daughter, Peyton. God, family, and friends are the most important things in my life. I have a huge heart for people and love to get to know people on a deep level! <3 

As I said above, I really enjoy activities that are outdoors! My real passion is tennis. I have played ever since I was 4 years old. During high school I won 3rd in state and I used to be ranked top 8 in the southwest of the United States. Tennis was my life but I soon got burnt out after 16 years of several hour lessons everyday!

 My glory days are over now. My time is spent working at an OB/GYN office (WOMEN ALL DAY LONG), going to school, and taking care of my little one! These may not sound like fun tasks but they are important to me in pursing my goals. I hope to graduate from GCC with my BSN (There is an RN to BSN bridge program offered). After completing my BSN, I hope to further my education and get my masters. I have a passion for ICU patients and to be able to become an ACNP (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner) is a real dream of mine! It will take lots of time, effort, and sacrifice but the end goal will be so worth it!

Hope you enjoy getting to know me and who I am! :) See you later!