Author: Daniela G.

In my opinion, “Brave New World” and “Amusing Ourselves to Death” are like my wise grandparents who tell me stories about how the world works and how we should take advantage and enjoy our time. They’re not like other books or novels I’ve read; they’re like cautionary tales, warning us about where our society might be heading if we’re not careful with what we do, and how everything is evolving and not necessarily in a good way.

In “Brave New World,” it’s like we’re peeking into a future where everyone’s supposed to be happy all the time, but there’s a catch: people have to give up being themselves. It’s like trading freedom for comfort. It’s like the book is saying to us, “Hey, watch out! If we only chase pleasure and avoid thinking deeply, we might lose sight of what really makes life meaningful.” Nowadays, with all the social media and endless distractions, it’s easy to get swept away and forget about the things that truly matter, and I say this from my own experience.

Then there’s “Amusing Ourselves to Death.” For me, this one feels like sitting down with a favorite teacher telling us how TV and entertainment can shape and change our minds and opinions. It’s like saying, “Hey, pay attention! When we’re always chasing the next big thing to entertain us, we might forget to think critically and have real conversations.” With all the memes and news updates today, it’s easy to see how we might get caught up in the excitement without pausing to think about what it all means, and again, this comes from my own experiences.

Both books, in their own unique way, remind us to be mindful and careful of the choices we make. They encourage us to embrace our individuality and uniqueness, cherish deep thinking, and have meaningful connections. I think life isn’t just about the flash and fun; it’s about the depth and richness that comes from truly engaging with the world around us.

 

Baking is something I’ve always loved doing since I was little. Ever since I first stepped into the kitchen, I’ve been hooked on experimenting with different recipes and things by immersing myself in the world of baking different things. It’s become a significant part of my routine, measuring ingredients, looking up different recipes, and trying out new ways to bake and cook.

I remember when the quarantine started I started to bake lots of things by myself and with my sister and it was a good hobby when I wanted to do something entertaining.

 

Christmas for me it´s the best time of the year, Christmas is like this blend of nostalgia and anticipation. I love spending time with my family and seeing family members that I do not see often. Somehow every time I have more cousins or aunts or more family members that I didn´t know about. I have a pretty big family and I spend it mostly with my cousins that I have known since I remember so it´s very fun. My uncle always does these activities where we get prizes depending on how well we do in the activities. Every time after the activities we fought because of the places or our little cousins cried because they were last and it was so funny. And the food is always so good and we have lots of different desserts and different plates. And the presents are also so good, my grandparents and aunts give the best presents so it is really fun going to my house at 5 AM with my hands full of gifts. Also, my grandparents always have the best Christmas decorations, they always put two big Christmas trees full of lights and decorate all around the house and outside they put some lights on the trees. My closest cousins and I make a Secret Santa so it’s very fun, even though we always end up telling each other who we got in the little papers. And Christmas movies are the best. It´s the best time of the year.

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“All Quiet on The Western Front” is not only a novel, It’s a profound book that inspires and Informs about the devastating and cruel realities of WW. The book really immersed me in the horrors of the war, leaving an impact on my thoughts and mind.

The novel took me all the way to the 20th Century, I felt like I was right there in the middle of the war full of chaos and just thinking about it gives me goosebumps.

I really felt a genuine connection with The Characters in the book, especially Paul.

I remember that one scene that hit me was when the soldiers were on the front lines, and they had a gas attack.

Remarque described it so detailed and vividly that I felt like I could smell the gas and feel the panic they were living. I really couldn’t believe how inhuman and brutal the war was.

What really hit me hard throughout the book is how brutally honest the book was. Remarque wasn’t trying to make the war look like some adventure, he was telling the truth. He basically ripped off the mask of the war and showed how nasty and raw the war was.

In my opinion, the title of the novel “All Quiet on the Western Front” is like a joke. Even in the moments when you are supposed to be off guard, you are looking desperately for a little bit of peace. Maybe it refers to a dream or goal but not the reality.

Another scene that really stuck with me was when Paul goes back home but he can’t connect with anyone and he doesn’t understand them. I feel like I can understand him because after everything that he went through his mind will not be in the same place as people who didn’t go to the war.

When Paul died I thought I was imagining what I was reading but after a few moments I realized it was real, the book doesn’t have a happy ending and Paul’s death, in my opinion, is one of the examples of the violence and destruction the war brought. 

It symbolizes many other soldiers who died in the war because, like Paul, there are many more. His death was a real but haunting conclusion. It left me thinking and reflecting on the impact of the war on those who experienced it.

When I read the Novel I couldn’t help but get hit with many thoughts and feelings about Paul and the war. I think for me and many people, it was a reminder of how messed up the war was and how surprisingly it messes with people like us. It’s a powerful book that reminded me some truths about what it’s like to be human. 

Random Wonder

In a world of pure chance and fun, We find things that make us all run. A rubber duck in a big blue sea, Or a buzzing bee, wild and free.

We love the strange, the goofy, the wild, In the chaos of life, like a happy child. A toast to the unexpected, it’s true, Randomness brings something new.

Let’s cheer for surprises, big and small, In life’s rollercoaster, we find it all. With each twist and turn, we see, That randomness is what makes life so free.

So, let’s enjoy the randomness, my dear, In this world where things may not be clear. In randomness, there’s joy and surprise, A quilt of moments that make us wise.

I’ve loved animals for as long as I can remember. They’ve always had a special place in my heart.

It all started with a neighborhood dog that visited our backyard when I was a child. I’d watch her play for hours, and I felt a connection, I even named him Cookies and Cream because of his white and black hair. Animals had a weird way of making me feel at ease.

As I grew, my love for animals grew with me. I read books about them and went on adventures to see them in their natural habitats. I was amazed by horses, dolphins in the ocean, and hummingbirds in my garden.

I remember I started volunteering at animal shelters with my grandma because I wanted to help protect animals and their homes.

My pets, like my two dogs taught me about trust, friendship, and the beauty of everyday moments.

My love for animals is more than a feeling. I want to protect their rights, support conservation, and encourage kindness and understanding in others.

My name is Daniela García, I have 2 sisters and I’m the oldest one, I have 2 dogs, I love to hang out with my friends back in my city, my favorite food is sushi, I love animals and my favorite animals are dogs, horses, and dolphins, l like to spend quality time with my family and friends and be productive, and I like to draw. I love going out to dinner with my friends or just hanging out and watching a movie or a TV show. I also love listening to music, especially when I am in the car or driving.

I especially love to read, it’s something I have loved to do since I was in second grade and I’ve never stopped doing it. I love recommending books to other people and seeing them read them. I started reading novels in English six months ago because I was encouraged to better my English, especially because I knew I was coming to Canada for a year to study, I ended up loving it and I read more in English than in Spanish now. I think I’m also very good at working in teams because it encourages me to do my best, help out my team, and participate. I’m also good at horseback riding, and I love it, I did it for 2 years but I had to quit because I got surgery and never got a chance to go back, I love riding horses for fun or as an entertaining hobby.

As an international student from Mexico my goals for this school year are to have a better English accent, raise my academic average, be motivated to do different things, have new friends, grow as a student and as a leader, learn more about different cultures, and do different things out of my comfort zone with passion and excitement.