Fast Break

Fast Break 

The book Fast Break is about a kid named Jayson Barnes who lived in Moreland, North Carolina and loves basketball. He lived in an apartment by himself because his mom passed away so he stole food to keep himself alive. One day he went to foot locker to get some shoes, or try to steal them but got caught. They called the cops to get him and asked where his guardian was and they eventually found out that he lived alone. They told him that they were going to put him into a foster house and stay there until someone wants to adopt him. Eventually a couple called the Lawtons (who are wealthy) wanted to adopt Jayson and so they did. He had to move to the the city close by to the one he used to live in which he didn't want to because of his friends. He eventually played for a private school which he'll try to help them win a championship. He then starts talking to this girl in his school named Zoe who is popular and plays soccer which he likes to talk to. He starts to have problem with her which messes their friendship and makes Jayson feel miserable but he starts to focus more on basketball. Now you need to find out if his friendship with Zoe doesn't fall apart and if he helps his team make the championship. 

What my intention is for the new year

My intention for the new year is to persevere on the things that are difficult and important. I want to persevere on things like sports and getting better grades because they can help me later on in life.  I feel like I need to develop on the things that'll help me in the future and can help me get a good career. I think that this should be my intention every year and I think I can accomplish this. If I keep on exceeding on this intention, then it can affect my future in a good  is my intention for the new year.

What is Gun Violence? What can we do to stop it? Let me show you

I noticed that gun violence has been happening recently and people are trying to prevent it. I've noticed that more people such as citizens in Chicago have been worrying about the gun violence increasing. I read an article about gun violence and I found things that were interesting.

Gun violence has been happening for a long time. Chicago can be an example of a place that has gun violence. It occurs a lot and this year has had the most shootings. Chicago Bulls star Dwayne Wade called the gun laws "weak". What he means is that the people of Chicago are getting killed and no ones doing anything about it. That's what people like me are trying to do, prevent gun violence.

The article also talks about the gun laws that Chicago has. Dwayne Wade said "They are fighting a war" about the Chicago police. Dwayne Wade cares about his hometown and wants to make a difference but he can't do it alone. According to the article "Wade criticizes Chicago gun laws" Dwayne Wade said "But I think my purpose at the end of the day is hopefully to come to Chicago and be a part of the voice that can help bring people together."

Gun violence happens everywhere and hasn't stopped. The U.S have been fighting against the group called Isis and they use gun violence. Gun violence sometimes needs to be need like the fight the U.S has. What I'm trying to do is prevent it and there's many ways to do it.

According to the article "What Will it Take to Stop Gang Violence in Chicago” it says that the gun laws should be more strict. Every country should have strict gun laws because it can prevent violence. What the American Physchological Association said is that you can "contact your member of congress" which can help by telling them to what you can do to prevent it.

There has been videos and articles that have been talking about the police brutality and the black lives matter program. These things have some things involving gun violence. It's been happening mostly in the United States and people are worried that the police are going to do something to them. People have protest about this situation and want the police officers who made gun violence to others arrested.What this topic is about is preventing violence and keeping people safe. It's affecting many people and it need to stop. Try to help with this situation and learn more about it to prevent it.

My favorite quote

My favorite quote is "Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen." By Michael Jordan. What this quote means to me is that I need to keep going with what I'm trying to achieve to make things happen. I like this quote because it motivates me and tells me that  I can accomplish things if I really try. This quote was from my idol who I want to someday meet. This is my favorite quote.

What I'm grateful for this year

I'm grateful for my parents who have helped me all my life. They support me in basketball and protect me. They've always been there for me and give me good advice. I'm grateful for them every year, not just this year. They're the best and that's some reasons why I'm grateful for my parents.

Best day of my life

   The best day of my life was when I won the volleyball championship for my school. This happened last year so it wasn't that long ago. It was close game but we were the ones who wanted it more. This was I would say one of the best day because I had other days that I think were the best but I would say it was the best day because it was such a close game and because we accomplished something we always wanted to do in the beginning of the season.

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Creepy Clown Sightings All Around

There has been sightings of clowns all around the U.S. These sightings have been increasing over the past month. According to the article "Clown sightings: the days the craze begin", it says "`was a little boy at a low-income apartment complex in Greenville, South Carolina." The person dressed thought it was a joke but others didn't. The sightings have been growing and people are starting to be concerned about it. Wikipedia says "By mid-October 2016 they had been reported in nearly all United States." Which is a big problem for the U.S.


Some people that dress as clowns do it just to frighten people and get away with it but others actual get arrested for doing it. According to Wikipedia, it says "Some people were cited making violent clown threats to schools," which had happened here in Berwyn. People are also worried about what the clowns are going to do in Halloween. They think that the problem will grow more as Halloween gets closer but they were wrong. The good thing is that the clown sightings have been decreasing, an example is Berwyn and people who live here noticed that it hasn't been happening. The police are also involved with the problem so it won't be much of a big deal. Have a great day and be safe.