Don't Stop, But Keep Moving Forward

"The future rewards those who press on. I don't have time to feel sorry for myself. I don't have time to complain. I'm going to press on." - Barack Obama (President of the USA)
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Throughout my years in high school, I learned many things and enjoyed many courses. Although I am in charge of my own future, education and career path, I struggle at times. I experienced a moment where I didn't know what to do with my life, what courses I wanted to take and what career best suits me or what was interesting to pursue. I complained and felt sorry for myself cause I was lost and just stopped trying. The realization hit me straight in the face. I just can't give up and whine. Giving up and complaining about it doesn't change anything or make progress. It's putting in the effort and perseverance. Now I am trying and giving one hundred and ten percent in everything I am involved in.

Where Dr. Winegard Stands for Soldiers

During the Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Sleeman Centre, Dr. Winegard told everyone about the lives lost separately from the Afghanistan conflict. He said that we as a country lost more soldiers to suicide following their tour of duties in Afghanistan than the war in Afghanistan itself. From the citizen's perspective, we think about the soldiers serving and protecting are healthy, physically and mentally; thinking that the government is doing a fine job for Canada and its soldiers. In reality, they're going through hard times after their duties. The trauma to most soldiers experience, triggers a condition called Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD). Horrific events such as our soldiers and enemy soldiers dying, blood, gunshots, screams and explosions, all inflict damage to the soldier's mind. After developing PTSD, It is hard for the soldier to deal with it by them self and the would need assistance to get through it.  Dr. Winegard stressed about this problem specifically. He said that the government is doing nothing but abandoning soldiers and their families, leaving them to survive on their own with the physical and mental issues caused by the war. This is not acceptable. All soldiers want to live their lives normally when they return but can't because of PTSD. The soldiers that would risk their lives for Canada are being ignored by the government when they need assistance. I believe the government should give compensation to the soldiers in need and show some gratitude for their efforts. I support Dr. Winegard fully and want justice for the soldiers and their families.

Never Too Old For Halloween Fun!

Some say when you reach a certain age or grade, you're too old for Halloween or specifically Trick-or-Treating for those free yet delicious unhealthy treats that you crave for such a long time. I would disagree with that kind of statement. Halloween is a time where everyone from all ages can dress up to be whoever they want to be, there is no limits! Anyone can dress up as a TV, comic, movie, or game character and simply enjoy the fun of wearing a costume for a day instead of everyday clothes. Others can choose to give candy away to children and view the various costumes they wear when asking for the unhealthy sweets! The reputation for Halloween is partly ruined because of the day before Halloween. October 30 is Devil's Night. This day is where all the mischievous people come out and create havoc to other peoples homes by Egging, Tee-peeing,  and other ways of damaging properties. As long as people don't choose to part take in Devil's Night, Halloween overall is about clean family/friendly fun and is allowed for all ages!  

  

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