Cyber Bullying Video

Previously I had had basic knowledge about the topic of cyber bullying but had no idea that tit was to such an extreme extent. In the video it speaks of the many issues that have developed because of the arrival of the Internet. Our generation is learning to communicate and interact using this new tool. The video states that even though parents may not be as knowledgeable about computers as we are, they should have at least a basic idea. Computers should be kept in public places so that if we go on a site that is inappropriate they are able to help. This also helps in ensuring that the parent is aware if their child is being cyber bullied and hopefully makes the child more likely to tell the parent if they are. It also spoke about internet etiquette and stated that because parents do not know this way of communication very well, they find it hard to teach us how to behave properly online. The videos also spoke of people who trick people, mostly teenage girls, into exposing dirty pictures of themselves and then using them as blackmail to do worse things. Cyber bullying like these can lead to the mental break downs or in some cases the suicides of the victims involved and should be stopped immediately. It is a horrible and immoral thing to do and cannot be tolerated. If there are any cases of cyber bullying they should be reported to the local police immediately or reported on supported websites.

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Since I like poetry... I guess I'll post another poem...

Actually, I'll compose one, right now. No rhyme scheme though.

Here it is:

Ahhh, the teenage years.

Full of frustrations, social wars, mental battles and hopefully some life lessons.

The last time I felt life at school was really amazing was... too long ago to remember. 

But perhaps that is because I am insecure. But are we not all insecure?

I think that we are to some point, but we hate to admit it. 

I believe, different people will try to avoid it through different ways.

Teenagers will avoid it by acting like we can face anything and give attitude to those who oppose us or make us feel that nawing insecurity.

Act is if the world is against us and prepare for battles against unknown and unseen enemies.

We feel we must always fight.

Adults may try to hide it through money or power.

Although years of experience may have taught them the powers of not caring about others opinions, there is always that one sensitive topic in which, if opened the wrong way, will cause the person in question to feel offended or perhaps even trapped or angered by your words.

And I have observed that usually, they will act in that anger as they would in the teenage years and in rogue anger or hurt try to protect themselves 

by showing their powers of speech or powers of persuasion. 

Others may hold it all back and buy expensive cars or close to try and heal their scars.

I suppose adults are therefore the opposite, they feel they must always defend.

I don't know a whole lot about it and I don't mean to pretend like I have all the answers

but I try to be honest, and not just speak with my mind but have some sincerity and

let the words... I know it's cliche but,

try and let it flow from my heart instead.

But I've gotten scared and stopped doing this. It feels as if I've gotten rusty because of it.

It feels like no one is willing to listen. So, therefore,

all I can do is wait for someone willing to listen. 

And in the meantime, listen to others well and help them in any way I can.

Is that what it means to follow your heart? Just like Walt Disney says?

I wonder... What am supposed to do in this world?

What do I add to it? What do I take away?

What can I do, to make others just a little less insecure?

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Okay so, I've finished. I may make another post to edit a bit here and there.

For now its done. Another poem is born. 

This one I'll call, Smile?

Racism, a Factor or Not a Factor?

Hello ^-^

Haven't uploaded for so long =P Sorry to disappoint my two followers... and Mrs. Lucking =P So, today I had a very tiring and unbelievable thing told to me. Today, I was told that because I am Chinese, I will not get a job as easily because employers will choose white people over myself. 

So... Since my parents are of a Chinese background, it will be more difficult to be employed? Is it really such a huge factor in this day and age?

If so, why did all those teachers, all those stories, shows and people tell us otherwise? 

Why would they have told us that we can do anything we want to, anything we dream to be, when in reality we can only truly ever be pushed aside because of race?

Why would they put all these ideas of equality and dreams of successful careers and lives when we have all these restrictions? 

To be cruel? For fun? To kick us in our blissfully unaware state? 

No, no that can't be it. I refuse to believe that. The mere fact that they would get it into our heads so fast and at such a young age has to be enough proof.

It isn't that I haven't expected a little racism, that's not going to be completely gone in my lifetime. I mean look at how long it has been since slavery has been abolished and still the deep scars have not completely healed. So how can racism, which was so much a part of human life only a mere two hundred years ago, be completely gone in such a short time. I expect a little but the way that person said it... the way his eyes looked, it was as if, it had hurt him deeply, stolen his dreams away, crushed them. Then after that, all he did was live his life around that prejudice, around that broken dream.

But I think I know why he told me, he didn't want me to be shocked and hurt like he was when he encountered it. He's trying to warn me, protect me, but, is it truly better that I've had this terrible unbelievable truth forced upon me?

It doesn't even feel like its happened to me, its like its happened to some character I'm writing about...

This is a terrible way to ask Ms. Lucking but is it really true? Could I get your two cents on the topic?

Haven't posted in a very long time... A poem I once wrote as an apology '^^

Whoa... Have I been neglecting my studies -.- Better get back on track... I think it's kinda cheesy to use this blog as a diary for my day so instead I'll post this poem... Enjoy!! >.<

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I find such joy in finding out such little things about people.

I don't mean like their birthday or favourite colour, 

I mean like,

this person will choose chicken over beef, 

this person has tasted alcohol,

this person is not embarrassed to cry in front of me,

this person would back me up no matter what.

Even their darker secrets, whatever those may be.

This person has been beaten before,

this person has been forced to do things they weren't ready for,

this person has too many scars even recall,

this person has been bullied to the point of suicide,

this person lets everything pile up until finally they explode.

All these things, small or dark as they maybe,

see their true selves, a naked undisguised part of their soul.

And the fact that they are able to share that with you,

the fact that you are able to see these things show the wonders 

in your friendship and in your life.

The best thing to do, I find, when they tell you these secrets,

and are able to bear their soul so rawly,

is to admire them, respect them, 

and marvel at their growth.

But most of all, try to have more of their courage and strength.

I'll try my best.

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So that's it for now I guess =P I don't know if its a very adequate poem but I believe in it. Anywho... I'll work WAY harder to get my work done... I definitely feel the need to.

Bu bye ^-^

Secondary Education in Immigrant Families (Add on)

Sorry, forgot to answer the question you asked. In my case, yes I believe that making a plan will help in doing what my heart desires. It is how much effort I put into it and skill I possess after that. I'm not sure about other immigrant families but mine is perfectly fine with me going into whatever job I want (as long as its not... I think you get what I mean... =|) and I intend to.

I remember once, I asked my dad what he thought about me becoming a writer and he said, "You're gonna suffer alot girl. (I laughed when he said this = D) Whatever, its your choice and its your life. I'm not the one that has to choose, you have to do it." At the time I kinda found that having to make such a big decision was slightly intimidating but now that I think about it, the fact that he's trusting me to make such a decision is really comforting. It feels like, whatever I choose... actually will be best for me and the people around me. I'm not sure about immigrant families in general though... Mine is... Kind of white washed, for lack of any other expression. >.<

Secondary Education in Immigrant Families... Don't mean to Offend!!!

I definitely believe what the states is true. Immigrant families are indeed more focused on education, especially those from Asian countries. Failure is definitely not an option or at least, does not feel like it to the child. Asian countries, namely China, have always been notorious for "being smart". The idea of "Your Asian! You must be a genius!" has always been a part of my school life. The fact that 70% of Chinese immigrants complete university while a mere 28% of students with Canadian born parents was a big shock to me. I've always known immigrant families have been more focused on education and experienced it myself but the statistics were... almost terrifying. My parents are immigrants and I am one child of four in the first generation of Canadian born babies in our family. My mother and father were born in a small village on the south side of China. The story goes as such, my father came to Canada first then brought my mother over. After that, with tons of effort and a whole lot of penny pinching, they brought almost all of my family here. They did not receive more than a high school education, so I myself can not agree with the theory that immigrant parents push their children harder because they have higher educations themselves. My theory is this, because our parents brought us to Canada to give us more chances, better chances and more freedom. I doubt I would be the person I am today if I were living in China as they did. They want us to take advantage of those opportunities and because they have worked so hard to make a better life for us, we do not want to disappoint. We in turn, want to take advantage of these opportunities. We want to succeed. We want to make them proud, take care of them so they will not have to work another day in their lives. Buy nice things for them and show them our gratitude. Now, please, don't get me wrong. This is not, at all, suggesting that Canadian born students do not feel this way about their parents. But when your parents have moved to another country, and even though they may not feel 100% comfortable in this new environment and they may have suffered because of it yet they still worry about you and your future, it drives you. You finally realize that they do indeed care about you more then you once thought. Even when they nag at you, criticize you or yell at you, they care about you more then you know. At least, this is what makes me want to succeed. So I agree obligation to one's parents is one of the main reasons. Immigrant families are often more supportive in things academic based. My parents have been to every single one of my music concerts since grade 6 and encourage me when I'm doing well in classes... and when I'm not. I do agree with the article in its stating that students in immigrant families often excel more than those who are not.

Why did I join Planning Online... and Who I am ^.^

One simple reason... My schedule is super packed = I was going from 7am until 5pm. Somedays even 7 or 10pm. I needed time for myself, to relax and not be going. So, I decided to apply for Planning 10 (for my own mental health '-.-) then if I were to get in, I would have a lunch block in fifth. Thankfully, I actually did get accepted and am surviving very well because of it (Thank you Ms. Lucking!!!) Anyways... I'm in grade 10. My name is Michelle and my toothbrush color is pink =... >.<. I'm in Sea Cadets and really enjoy it... Most of the time... I have one older sister. She's the person I'm closest with in my family (Sorry mom and dad...). I like to think I'm a pretty good student but right now I'm kind of behind in Planning :P My hobbies are watching videos and collecting hats ^-^ My passions are writing, singing, dancing, poetry, acting, performing, sports and... feeling deeply? If that makes sense... >.< Well, that's all I can really say on paper... Er, computer? You get what I mean... '-_-