Spring Break in OHIO!!!!

I had a very lame spring break. While everyone was partyin' and catchin' some rays, I had the pleasure of staying with my parents and working for the entire week. I was able to, however, get some reading in that was not mandatory for class. I read the Twilight series during my break. I was very apprehensive about doing so, but once I got started, I could not stop! I did not think that I would like books about vampires, but I loved them! I really understand why adolescents are in love with these novels! They are so engaging, and really can be liked by almost anyone. My cousin was the one who told me I had to read them. I am glad I did! I also saw the movie Twilight, which was a whole different story.

The movie Twilight get the all time worst acting award! Lets validate that! I must admit, the main character is VERY attractive, but one of the worst actors of all time, in my opinion. It really did not do a very good job portraying the novel. they missed so many crucial details. I think that reading books is so much better than watching the movie. It is so rewarding, and it is easier to feel what the characters are feeling.

Film Festival

Did anyone else have a fantastic time at the Cleveland Film Festival?! It was worth every penny! Not only was I able to watch an amazing movie, I also had a great experience while doing so! My boyfriend and I took the entire day and hung out in Cleveland. We went shopping in tower city, went to the film and then ate at the "Mongolian BBQ". We had so much fun! The whole atmosphere at the film festival was something that I am not used to. Everyone was there for the same reason... to watch independent films! I was able to see a suspense called "The Candidate".

The movie I chose had a very confusing and detailed plot. So detailed, in fact, it would take forever to explain. It was a mystery/suspense. It seemed to keep everyone on the edge of their seats, including my boyfriend, whom is hard to please when it comes to movies. I really wish I was able to watch more films. Next year I am planning on spending an entire day watching films.

I really think that it would be so much fun to bring my class to a film festival. it is a great experience, and something a little different. I cannot wait to bring movies into the English classroom. I really loved the activity we did when we did the scene by scene and listening to the films during class. it really sounds like an activity that I am going to love to do in my classroom!

Cleveland Film Festival

Random

Random question:

Has anyone been watching American Idol?

I am not sure how i feel about the new judge or the new way they are doing eliminations.
I honestly do not think the show is doing too well...

How do you feel?? should it have stayed the same?

I really enjoyed watching "Lost" in class this week! I am very tempted to buy the seasons on DVD. Not only did I like watching "Lost", but I also enjoyed the activity that went along with it. Rather than just watching the film for content, it was fun listening to the sounds and music, watching for different cuts, thinking about the lighting...etc... I think this is a great activity for out students! I could really change the way they watch films and television, not to mention a great way to write a paper with great content!

So get this, I was talking to my 15 year old cousin Paige, and I asked her if she has done any blogging. Apparently, She has 4 different blogs!! One with a few of her friends, she uses one as a journal that no one can read, one for a class, and one that just her dad reads so he knows what she has been up to. I never though about using a blog like this! Her parents are divorced, and her dad communicates with her via blog because they do not always get the chance to talk on the phone. HOW FUN! There are sooo many ways to blog!

Last year, I became addicted with a video blog. Have you ever heard of Ross the Intern from the Jay Leno show? Wee, he is a fun loving guy who loves Jay Leno, and loves doing a video blog. He blogs everyday except Saturday and Sunday. His blogs are honestly about absolutely nothing. He talks about what is on his mind and is very honest. He is absolutely HILARIOUS!! WE SHOULD MAKE A WEEKLY VIDEO BLOG IN CLASS!!! That would be fun, huh.

Ross the Intern's Talky Blog!

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