Is This Necessary?

A new development to Bobbie’s Blog Banter has left me in a nervous state. Yes, I am referring to the required theme song that we students must now spontaneously perform for the class on the days of the show. I find myself worrying over the impending doom of being selected for this performance, mostly because, to be frank, I cannot sing to save my life. Whatever happened to the iPod soundtrack? I found this both entertaining and insightful, for it gave us a rare glimpse of Ms. Serensky’s iPod and music selection. And let’s face it, the iPod fit in well with the show. For isn’t the show supposed to be a fun experience to learn about what our fellow students are writing about? I think that the iPod added to the environment, instead of targeting individuals who most likely will end up blushing and stuttering through some made-up tune. Alright, I suppose it is slightly entertaining to watch this struggle, but I know for a fact that I do not want to experience it. At this time, public speaking is the second top fear in America, surpassed only by the fear of flying. So I think that it is reasonable to assume that most people become slightly nervous at the thought of belting out some notes at random for a class. For the benefit of Bobbie’s Blog Banter, I propose that we do away with the spot light singing, let’s bring back the iPod!

Blog Reflection

Overall, I have enjoyed my blogging experience. Though, at times, it has seemed to be a nuisance to blog two times a week plus comments, I do think that it adds to class. The blogs have provided me with an opportunity to revisit moments in class or explore new ideas. Plus, we all benefited from “Bobbie’s Blog Banter” at least as a source of entertainment. I think it was cool to see, when people did comment, other people’s opinions on my views. This was also cool because it presented the opportunity of joining the entire AP English 12 community instead of just the individual classes. I think that it is difficult, for me at least, to come up with blog entries that relate to English when we aren’t reading a book or at least discussing in class. If we continue to blog in the future, I would suggest only one entry on those weeks because of a lack of material to work with. In the end, I definitely prefer the blog option to poetry papers or a written final.

Body Art For Nerds

Heading to my locker on Friday, I subconsciously look at my hand to see what homework I have for the weekend. Scribbled in pen I find the words:

·        Turnitin.com

·        Blog

·        Anatomy

·        AP Bio packet

·        Current Events

Now that I think about it, I really don’t know why I wrote these out on the back of my hand. I mean I have a planner, and I actually write stuff in it. I guess it’s just easier to scan my hand while picking through my locker. But when I really think about it, it’s not just me who does this. Especially when something it due on turnitin.com or we need to bring in money for a new book in AP English several hands are decorated with scribbled reminders. It’s almost like a gang sign for AP English, yes our very own body art for nerds desperately trying to remember every assignment. I think that this also shows just how driven we are to succeed, to the point that we will start writing on ourselves with whatever we can find at the moment just to make sure all assignments are accounted for.

Food For Thought

So today in class there seemed to be quite a debate on the proper process of cooking POP-TARTS. Well fret no more! I’ve done some research and apparently this is actually a widespread problem. Yes, as insane as it seems, there were several how to articles and blogs on proper pastry cooking procedure, and plenty of POP-TART fans thanking these authors for the gift of a warm pastry. So, if you want to have the ultimate POP-TART experience apparently you should:

1)       Remove the wrapper (because let’s face it, we all want to munch on that shiny aluminum wrapping right?)

2)      Turn toaster onto a low setting, watch the pastry if you are unsure of a setting (in other words don’t burn the house down by torching your POP-TART)

3)      Remove the POP-TART CAREFULLY and placing it on a plate

4)      Allow it to cool for about 35 seconds

5)      Enjoy your POP-TART!

Yes the website below even offers helpful tips about cooking even numbers verses odd and so on.

http://www.wikihow.com/Prepare-a-Pop-Tart

Now, I understand that some people would rather microwave their POP-TARTS, so I’ve got that covered as well.

1)      Remove wrapping

2)      Place pastry on a plate

3)      Microwave for about three seconds

Now this option is not as popular, but it is a growing trend. For more information about microwaving them http://www.ehow.com/how_4849044_microwave-pop-tarts.html

Well, hope this was helpful to anyone who was having confusion about this topic!