Week 11 - Memory Book Part II

Task: I really enjoyed seeing your chapters posted along with the helpful comments. This week I would like you to post another chapter (or at least a section of a chapter) from your memory book. Let us know if you want just kind comments (bless) or if there are any areas you would need direction (address.) Please continue to spend some time responding to one another's writing. Complete this by Thursday, May 7.

Macbeth..really late.

I do believe you are in most ways the maker of your own destiny, because its all pretty much in your own hands on what you do with your life. No one can make you do anything.

I dont really get the second statement but if its what i think it is then, yes! If you reach your goal then your goal will (i dont know the word) ...but it will be worth going what you went through to get there!

Way Late...

Death of a Salesman turned out way different than i thought and all of the characters are all different. I personally think they were all crazy and just wanted money. I dont have much to say. sorry.

Witches.

The witches i pictured would be more of the old time witches that dresses in all black and lived back in the woods somewhere. They would have on big black hats and ride on brooms everywhere. In my eyes, these dont even look like witches.

Cast.

If i was a casting director i would get Jessica Abla to play Lady Macbeth, because shes a good actor and shes a over all strong woman.

MATHEW MCCONAUGHEY!!!!
OMG.would so be my Macbeth, i've had the BIGGEST crush on him EVER!!! Hes so SEXY..and not to mention a heck of an actor.

If i could get him as Macbeth, i would definately be Lady Macbeth so he could kiss me!!!

i think the witches do a good job of pertraying there part in macbeth. they are scary and freaky looking and i wouldnt go around one of them if you tried to pay me. im very excited to see how this story is going to end. i hope you choose to stay mrs. witt. but if you dont you have my number and can text me from time to time

adam curl #24

i am a person who relies on myself for things. i have a job and paid for the things i have and im sure one day i will thank my mom for not just giving me whatever it is i wanted. she tought me if i want something that im going to have to go out and get it. i feel like that has given me a head start in life. some of my friends not gunna mention any names (Jeremy Mooch Gibson) but they havent had a job and i think that is only going to hurt them when they get out on their own.

adam curl #24

i thought willy lowman was a crazy man who was bullied too much in highschool and everyone bragged at what they had and he never had anything to brag about and it finally caught up to him. everyone wants to be sucessful in todays world but sucess isnt going to jsut come to you... you have to go to it. I think biff was just trying to do whatever his father could never do and thats not what we people of america should be doing. we need to be helping one another out and doing what makes us happpy

adam curl
#24

hey guys im new to this so dont fing laugh

i have some big dreams and i believe they wil come true... i want to go to college and play baseball.. i would like to get some type of degree in athletic training and help athletes reach there peak in performance...i would like to marry a girl and live in a big city like california or something... all these are jsut big dreams but i think it will happen

thanks,
adam curl #24

BOYS MASH CAR

Braeden corvette

Bryan Station wagon

Eric mustang

Zac bug

KIDS MONEY

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1 1.00

5 100.00

15 100000.00

Epilogue

If i could change my life would I?

Well i think that once you are born god has set a plan out for you. Now weather you follow that path is up to you, and as for me I have followed that path sort of but with a few big rocks, and fallen trees in the way of that certain path that I am following. I have encountered many problems in my life that I think has made me the woman that I am today, from my mom signing over all rights and getting a new mom to my dad's two divorces and a big family. I don't see any reason to change my life. I have it all. I have to great moms, and one awesome dad. My life could not get any better. I love everything about my life. From all my siblings to my fiance Rex. I could not change anything about it. If i did change anything about it I don't think I would be the Hanah Lester that everyone knows. So in conclusion i would not change my life. :]

SO guys i need help in making it longer. Please give me any feedback please!!

love all Hanah :]

Dear Mr. Cradic

Please give feedback.
This is a letter to my fourth grade teacher Mr. Cradic.


Dear Mr. Cradic,

Remember that time when you had me in class and you got really mad a me because I was acting out the poems youi were reading out loud to the class? I know we all laughed about it afterwards, but I just wanted to appologize. I know I wasn't the best student you've had, I just couldn't help being the class clown. I loved more than anything to make people laugh. Oh, remember that time when Annie fainted in class? I was so scared. I remember you just scooping her up in your arms and running her down to the nurses office, and when you got back you clmed everyone down. I want to thank you for that. Not many people have been able to make me feel better about something so scary. After that I thought of you as some kinda hero or something, saving Annie's life like that. Remember when you would always tell me I could do better on my art projects, that way I would do my best on them? You influenced me so much. I always felt confident in my school work while in your class. I remember you giving me your address before I moved to Germany. You told me i could only have it if i sent you some art work. Im sorry I neve did. I kinda gave up on art, Im sorry about that too. I know you had some high hopes for my artistic abilities.
I was just writing to thank you for all you did for me my fourth grade year. You have been the most influencial, insperational teacher I have had thus far. When peolpe ask who my favorite teacher is yoo always come to mind, and whether they know you or not, you're the teacher I always tell them. Thank you for being the best teacher a fourth grader could ever have! I'll never forget you.

Yours Truely,
Torey Smith

What have we gotten ourselves into?!

King Macbeth was reportedly acting insane at the royal dinner held at his house last night. Witnessess claim Macbeth was hilucinating as well as beig uncoroperative and hostile toward those trying to help.

Lady Macbeth tells reporters that, "he is suffering from an unknown illness that he was born with, and the actions portryed by him last night were nothing to be concerned about, because he has always acted that way." Lady Macbeth, however, would like to appologize to those who took offense to his actions and assures everyone that everything will be okay. She has everything under control and Macbeth is doing great.

My Cast.

I believe Halle Barry would play a great Lady Macbeth because she has proven herself in other movies to be a tough, strong actress, and she always looks good doing it.

Mattew McConaughey would make an A M A Z I N G Macbeth for the simple fact that he has the nicest butt ever! The acting doesnt even matter to me when it comes to him because i get too distracted checking out his body to even notice anything else. haha.

Through the Eyes of a 7 year old

Dear Diary,

Today, I’m super excited. Because today is the day we are going to finally go to Disney world. Yesterday I was really tired because we had to get up early for the long drive. But it was all worth it to finally be close enough to taste the fun and exciting sights awaiting me. With everything that’s there it’s really impossible for me to decide where to start. Mom says today we’re going to be visiting Magic Kingdom. It’s the biggest of the four parks and right at the heart of it all.
I’ve never been here before but I have seen the commercials. They say that it’s where dreams come true. I sure hope so. I can’t wait to ride on this one ride in particular called Space Mountain. I heard that when you go on it they strap you into this huge rocket ship, do a countdown, and then “Blast Off,” they send you all the way to the moon. I hope it’s true because I’ve always wanted to go to the moon and Mom says when you’re in space you can float. I wonder what it’s like to be able to float, I wonder if it’s anything like whenever you let go of the swing when you’re way up in the air. More than anything though, I would really like to fly. It would be so cool. I might even become friends with Superman if I could fly. Superman is the coolest super hero ever because he can bounce bullets off his chest, and run really, really fast, and fly. I’m hungry now and we’re leaving so bye.

A Souper Day

Dear you,
Today is my first day of first grade im souper excited. i cant wate until i get to see all of my old friends. Kindegarden was the funnest and i cant wate to see how my fist grade will be. I love school. I like to finger pante and right notes to my friends. I specially like recess. It's the best part of the day. And lunch. And snack time. We get cokies and milk for snacks. I wish we still had nap time thogh. I like layin down in the midle of the day. My teacher this year is Miss. tebow. I herd she is souper mean. I hope not thogh. I herd once she hit somone with a ruler and mad them blead. Thats realy scary. I hope i dont get in lots of trouble. Well i hope my first day gos good.
Bye,
erin

Help Please!
and Thanks :]
E

My Confessional Poem

Be as critical as you wish! I'll soon be adding another stanza as well.
These Are My Confessions (as said by Usher)

I burned the bully
wanted no trouble
lied to my teacher
lied to my mother
I wanted the lacrosse ball
pretended it was lost
after everyone was gone
I grabbed it for myself

Caught a big frog
tried using him as bait
fish wouldn't eat him
so I did
I went trick-or-treating
The man was giving lots of candy
I changed my mask
and returned continuously.

If Only, If Only( from my mother's eyes)

This is a poem written in memory of my grandma from my mother's perspective. I'll take any feedback positive or negative, any ideas on how to better word something, add something, whatever. Its not finished more verses are going to be added. Thanks:)

If Only, If Only

I only we had one minute left
what would I say to you?
I might've told you how pretty
you were or how your presence
lit up the room.

If only you could come
comfort me and dry away my tears,
I remember you've been there
through the storms of life,
my pillar to conquer my fears.

If only the strength you had
had lasted till your grandchildren grew...
you would've been so proud of them if only you knew



More to come...

Girl busts butt while SUV is stolen

Mt. Vernon--Late Friday night a white Toyota Forerunner was taken while parked on Dallas Street. During the suspect's get-a-way the owner of the SUV began to run through the house and fell; she busted her butt.

Reports are that victim, Kirsten Roach, left the vehicle occupied by three MVHS students. Roach had left the keys in the ignition as she ran inside the home of Corey Plummer to compile plans for the evening.

When Roach realized the vehicle was moving she began to run quickly after it. However, her feeble attempt to stop her vehicle ended when she busted the screen door and fell flat on her butt.

"Laurie asked if I had turned my car off; I said yes, and she said well it's moving now! So, I attempted to run after my car," stated Roach.

When she arrived back at her car the 3 occupants looked as if nothing had happened. As Roach got into the car two of the students--Hayley Brown and Tarah Cornelison--quickly sold out the other student, Terianne Pitts.

"I thought it would be funny to let her (Roach) see her car 'role' away," claimed Pitts.

No charges were pressed against Pitts. Roach and Pitts became best friends during the summer and have remained best friends since then.



Address && Bless, please!

In Memory Of

So in my head I wanted to do something totally different and out there to show my faith and the day I got saved, so this is what I came up with. I decided to write an obituary for the death of my unsaved self to the new life I have in Christ. I would love comments on if it portray what I would like it to or your opinion. Please be honest, no matter what.

-In Memory of-
Sara Beth Webb

Mt. Vernon- Sara Beth Webb of Mt. Vernon, 8, received her name in the Book of Life, when her old flesh died and a new life was given. The old flesh died at the altar, on her knees in prayer, when Sara surrendered herself to the power of Christ’s loving grace.
Sara Beth Webb was born February 22, 1991, in Branson, Missouri, the daughter of James and Katherine Webb, loving stepmother, Robyn, and caring brothers, Luke, Adam, and Mark.
She was a child who was independent, selfish, and spoiled. She enjoyed being the only girl and getting all new toys and clothes for herself. She wanted her way and sometimes had trouble with obedience. Being a speaker of what was on her mind, She spoke words even if they hurt others.
Her old flesh was preceded in death with those of her parents, James, Katherine, and Robyn Webb, and her brothers, Luke, Adam, and Mark. Nothing could separate the family from the love of Christ and the dream to be together today in Heaven’s Book of Life.
Although her old life was happy, it will never amount to the love and joy she has now in Christ. She is not perfect, but every day is a new day full of mercy and grace given by the Heavenly Father that loves more than anyone. Her Heavenly Father is an influence none can compare and is renewing her life daily. No one will forget the selfless act of God, by sending his son to die on the cross so Sara can live today with forgiveness and a new outlook on life. A service in Sara’s salvation will be held daily in the life she lives, and under the ministry at Freedom Christian Center, with Pastor Tony and Christi Swillum officiating.

This Moment

This is a poem I wrote for Andy, my daughter, about the day I had her. Please give me any kind of feed back. I particularly need help with a title and any other emotions or things I could describe.

A Hospital Bed

At the crack of dawn

A child is brought

To Life

Screaming

Tears of Joy

Big shiny pink balloons

And flowers

Cradling you in my arms

For the first time

Little grayish/black eyes

Stare back at me

Our eyes meet

This moment is unforgettable

A wonderful blessing

The day Andy was born was the best day of my life to this day. She brought so much joy and wonderful things to my life, she inspires me so much.

That Class of 2009

- This is a poem for my final chapter (disregarding epilogue). Say whatever crosses your mind, I am open to anything :) 

Leaving high school I think,

All that time and work worthwhile.

Homework cramming and prom dress shopping,

I can't help but smile.

Senior pictures finally done,

Of 17 years now grown.

Getting ready to graduate,

With invitations sent back home.

Ordering everything I need,

My billiant green cap and gown.

Getting in those nights,

Of cruising on the town.

These final games I cheer,

Enjoying assemblies and dances.

Showing off the Mt'neer spirit,

Taking time for those chances.

Now I take my final step,

Realizing it's my time.

But, I will always remember,

The Graduating Class of 2009!

" I Got You Day"

Okay so this is a letter to my little sister Saydie Mae who was our first foster child and we adopted her at 8months. I wrote this about the day she came to us on mothers day. I really have not had time to look over it so any help or ideas of ways to word parts would be great! or if something needs to be taken out or put in.

Dear Saydie Mae,

It was friday May 11th 2000, when mom got the phone call that someone very special had just entered the world. Two days later was mothers day but most importantly "i got you" day. I remember that morning before church we made sure everything was ready in the nusery, diappers were put away your clothes were all washed folded and hung, your crib made and bassenett all ready for your first night home! Church could not have gotten over any faster for your arrival to our family was just a few hours away. We were all sitting at Aunt Dana and Uncle Ronnies waiting to eat. I was sitting next to grandma holding one of the twins who were born just a few weeks before, when the garage door opened and mom walked in with a car seat in hand. I still remember the first time i saw you, a little 7lbs 12 oz baby girl with the name mercades lynn but mom had already decieded we would call you Saydie! You had tons of dark black hair and the redest skin ever. You really did look like an indian baby. You sat in your carseat and slept with your plug in your mouth and a lady bug blanket next to you. Of course mom had changed you into a cute little spring outfit, and you smelled like baby magic baby lotion. I remember the first time i touched your little 3 day old fingers, and watching mom lift you from your carseat as your tiny body curled up and your head fell back into her fingers. As you started to stretch your plug fell and immediately your lips puckerd, we knew right off you were going to be high maintence! As i stood in awe looking at you, i couldnt help but to already wonder what sport i was going to teach you first! Right away we felt complete with you, having a feeling you would always be a member of our family little did we know in just a few months you were going to be ours on paper too! Your name was finaly changed on December 6th 2000 by Judge Sifferman to Saydie Mae Barnes. Your middle name came from Great grandma Noe Mae, little did we know she would become very special to you! You have changed our world forever, we could never tell you how much of a pleasure it is to have you in our life! I love you Saydie! Love Sister!

Skittles & Lip gloss

This is a found poem. Written from a yellow pad of paper on which Abby, Hayley and I would write notes to each other in Coach Maberry's class in eigth grade... :]
The spelling is copied straight from the notes, so don't let that bother you. lol
Bless, Press, Address, Confess, Guess, Make A Mess...
Whatever feedback you feel like giving! Thanks

Just yesterday we were laughing abt
Skittles & lip gloss.
These days we cry because
graduation is almost here.
The friends we love.
We remember wat we've been though
And the moments
we love
keep us going
we'll stay friends
Until the end of
time.

Gracias
:]

How to...Never Stay Single in Elementary School

Alrighty, this is a knock-off of "How to lose a guy in 10 days." I would definitely like some help expanding this, because believe it or not it's hard to completely remember how this situation played out in 3rd grade. So give me what you got!

1. NEVER make eye contact
2. Wait until your crush chases you on the playground to show you're interested
3. NEVER talk directly to your crush (ALWAYS send a messenger)
4. Always flirt with other boys, especially when he's watching
5. Keep your options open, new crushes pop-up every week
6. ALWAYS find a boyfriend by Valentine's Day
7. Share your lunchable and they'll be yours for atleast another week

..... That's all I've got, but feel free to give me some more ideas! :)

Confessions of a High School Senior, First hand accounts of Koleen Kay

hello all. this is a poem i think i'm gonig to put in my memory book

let me know all the feed back you have please

possitive, negative, all that jazz

I got a warning in flashing red white and blue

Didn't tell my mom how late I was for curfew

I kept my secret for three long day

But the pain in my stomach made me give it away

Late one night I went out to play

Tried to steal a sign but ran away

The cops drove by and we fled in fear

I'll never forget that senior year

In a trip to walmart four fish were bought

The car ride home they were quite distraught

Gunther Phillip Walter and Stephen
They still swim in their bowl mornin to evenin

Me and kyle went to a movie

It was in 3D and pretty groovy

When it came time to recycle my glasses

I slipped them in my purse smooth as molasses.

My senior memory book chapter...

If you guys can help think of a good title for this I would greatly appreciate it. You can give me your honest opinion about it. It will not bother me. It is a poem about love.


Once I thought the feeling was gone,
An empty void where my heart once was.
The passion gone,
The desire burned from my soul.
Then in an instant it all changed.
Your tender words breathed fire into my once cold shell,
Sparking a flame only your love can quench.
With you my life has meaning,
A purpose to exist.
You came to me like an angel from above.
Shining into my darkness,
Warming my once cold heart, breathing life into my soul.
Feelings I thought I had lost came rushing back.
They hit me like waves on a shore.
You may not always be near but I can always feel your warmth.
A sensation so sweet it makes sugar seem bitter.
I place my heart in your hands,
The safest place it could ever be.
You are my first real dream,
My last true love, my everything.
I promise to love you,
Now and forever.
No matter the darkest days,
Or roughest seas.
To only let you shed tears of joy,
To only know happiness in my arms.
Time spent with you it time spent in heaven,
With my own personal angel.

Week 10: Memory Book

Task: Post one chapter (or at least a section of a chapter) from your memory book. Let us know if you want just kind comments (bless) or if there are any areas you would need direction (address.) Then spend some time responding to one another's writing. This will be very helpful as you enter the revision stage of this chapter. Complete this by Wednesday, April 29.

GHOST SPOTTED AT KING'S BANQUET!

Attendants of the kings banquet claim to have been in the presence of an unidentified ghost!

Apparently items such as chairs and silverware were floating in the air!

The guards were called to spook the ghost.

The king's courtyard has been shut down untill further investigation is complete.

Koquirer Latest Report

LADY MACBETH PREGNANT WITH KING DUNCAN'S BABY!?!?!?!?!?!

Earlier this week our beloved King Duncan was violently murdered along with eighteen of his most beloved guards while dining at the Macbeth residence. It is believed by the National Koquirer that this violent act of crime was carried out by none other than Macbeth himself.We not only believe this to be true but also have found information telling us that the reason for Macbeth to commit this terrible act was because his so called "loving wife" Lady Macbeth is carrying the child of our once beloved King. May he rest in peace.

Keep up with the Koquirer to hear more facts about this tragic case of cheating, lying and death.

k

Week 8 - Little Late

- I am definately behind on my blogs, but I figured why not :)



For Lady Macbeth I would definately go with Natalie Portman. I watched "The Other Boleyn Girl" last night. I feel she did a fantastic job portraying Anne Boleyn, who was able to ruin an entire country because of how much the King wanted to please her. Therefore, she would make a fantastic Lady Macbeth because she has the manipulative and scheming characteristics needed for the part.



For Macbeth, I would go with Eric Bana. He played in "Troy" as well as "The Other Boleyn Girl" and I feel he would fit the part well. In the film with Portman, he played a King taking care of anyone in his way to make her happy. Which I definately think would make him perfect as the ambitious Thane of Cawdor.

Feast Fit for a King. . .and Death

King Duncan Murdered in Cold Blood!

The beloved King Duncan has been murdered viciously during a stay at the castle of Macbeth. Sources say the King had been there enjoying the company of Lady Macbeth, and retired to sleep. While sleeping, his own sons stabbed the poor royal in a drunken stupor.

Surviving the King are his sons Malcolm and Donalbain. Many say this was their ploy to get the throne, and others say it was an act of rage. Some sources say that three witches were involved. A servant claims to have seen the women departing from the castle at the time of the murder.

However, could this have also been the work of Macbeth? Thane of Cawdor, then King. Suspicion plays well in matters of royalty. Authorities have yet to release information on suspects, but let's be real. All fingers point to the sons who were covered in their father's blood. Who knows, maybe this is the work of an outsider. Corruption in the Kingdom, what a surprise.

Macduff's Suspicions

Duncan's Sons Flee the Country
Macduff has his eye cast upon Macbeth

Saturday morning, 6:38 a.m. the body of King Duncan was found dead, sprawled across Macbeth's guest bed. Macbeth loses control and goes on a small killing rampage, claiming the guards he killed were Duncan's murderers. Malcolm and Donnelbain flee the country raising suspicions in their direction, for everyone but Macduff. Macduff was quoted at the scene speaking to himself "Why does everyone think the kids killed their father? They have nothing from it to gain. The only one with something to gain will be out newly pronounced king.... Macbeth!" We are left in suspence! What will happen? Who is the real murderer? Why'd they flee the country? Tune in for next weeks answer edition. Magically.... we'll have all the answers you need.

Dont mean to steal

I don't mean to copy exactly what Hanah said, but I cant think of better actors/actresses than Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie for the characters of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. Johnny Depp has the ability to become whichever character he is portraying, he can be dark and mysterious without losing the effect of his morality telling him its all wrong. Angelina Jolie plays strong women, that are not afraid to get their hands dirty. She's sneaky, persuasive and makes sure everything falls into place the way she wants it.

Macbeth's Secret Scandal?

MACBETH'S SECRET SCANDAL?

Macbeth is caught talking to witches about his future and his desire to become king!


Sources say that they saw Macbeth talking to witches about what is to come. They also say that the witches said that Macbeth will become King in the future. So what about King Duncan?
Sources state that Macbeth was just being friendly by letting the witches talk but has no plans to make himself king. He will, however, being willing to become king the duty calls upon him.
So what will happen next? Will Macbeth be granted king after King Duncan? Or will Macbeth take charge and take the king's position? Or do we have a bunch of crazy witches that know nothing?
Only time will tell!

Macbeth A Murderer?...

The scottish police believe Macbeth to be responcible for the murder of King Duncan.

He was found dead in his chamber early this morning.

My sources however, believe the dog is to blame.

Poor innocent Macbeth could never kill anyone his wifes vicious dog however could easily have pulled off this master scheme.

Macbeth is currently residing in the care of the Scottish Mental Hospital after his nervous break down earlier this morning. His wife does not seem to be taking the news too hard.

We will have our interview with Macbeth later this week.

TOOTHSOME TIDINGS Fall of 1606

Issue # 13

A SECRET LOVE AFFAIR...LADY MACBETH AND KING DUNCAN?
MACBETH A MURDERER?

Lady Macbeth forces Macbeth to kill for their love
or for other reasons?

King Duncan Alive Again?

Anonymous spectators declare spotting King Duncan's blood covered body roaming the castle chambers later that night.

• Witches expose a secret
• Macbeth in prison
• Lady Macbeth wants divorce

HTate

If I were to choose people to play Lady Macbeth and Macbeth, I would choose Tom Hanks and Eva Mendes because Tom Hanks seems like he could be an easily pursuaded character, where Eva seems as though she could have a little edge to her.

THE KING IS DEAD!

(This image is an accident I can't erase..sry:( )

The reigning king was pronounced dead nearly two weeks ago, yet still the kingdom is at a loss for how or why. Says a source close to Duncan, " I can't understand why anyone would hurt the man. He was noble and would never have hurt any of his subjects. "

While his subjects had been previously thought to be loyal, there is now suspiscion cast on the Thanes. The Thanes are thought to have had a conspiracy planned to kill Duncan for what may have been months. Another speculation concerns the well-known Lady Macbeth. There is news going around that she may have been the mastermind behind the killing of King Duncan. "She seemed out of sorts that night," a troubled Macbeth source notes. Still the Lady of the house was said to be serving Duncan just earlier that evening and several sources from the castle reported them rather "chummy." Macbeth is said to be protecting his wife from any suspicion from the authorities of a so-called murder plot. Some believe it is because she is carrying his child although no comment was made when the Macbeth rep was asked about the issue.

Macbeth accused of Murder

The honorable Macbeth is accused of killing King Duncan and his chamberlains in his Scottish Castle earlier this week.

Authorities must investigate further into the story, but have another suspect in mind.

Macbeth has claimed insane and is now in the custody of Scotland's police force.

The King's throne is now up for grabs; the biding will start at 1,000,000 pounds.

Crazed Guards Go Postal, Kill King Among Others.

King Duncan is dead.

On Friday night, the King was found dead in his bedroom. Duncan's guards were accused of the crime.

It was later found out that the guards had gone on an undisputable killing spree. 36 high ranking individuals were found dead in their homes.

"I was furious. I do so much for his ungrateful ***." commented Duncan's first guard.

"..So we just went out and killed them. Anyone who had ever treated us badly. They got what they deserved." said Duncan's second guard.

Speculators have said they believe the guards went postal.

They await a trial scheduled for April 20, 2033.

Gracias.

:]

MacBeth has lost it!!!

MacBeth has Lost it!!!

Your local town Marshal Macbeth has killed again.

Many say this is his first murder some say it's not going to be his last.

He is trying to blame it on someone else but with his accomplis Lady Macbeth

they might have commited the perfect crime. But little do they know that the local Las Vegas

CSI is coming to town to investigate. No little detail will be lost or over looked.

Modern Day?

Well for my modern day Macbeth i would definantly have to choose only the cutest people to play all the major roles. for Macbeth i would choose Johnny Depp. [the pirate one]
and for Lady Macbeth i would choose Angelina Jolee. or how ever you spell her name. :]
Yup my modern day would be the best play ever. I would be the directer of course. That would make it even better. :]
and again i am behind on blogs.
Thanks all

foul is fair...

well i am a little behind on the blogging. so here it goes.
well i don't really like this scene. it is nothing like what i have pictured when i read the play. when i read the play i think of the witches in a dark scary forest with a big black kettle looking thing in front of them. not on the beach with the sea gulls above their head. I'm not sure about the movies that have done it better just because i'm not really interested in witch movies.
thanks all :]

scary dog

Week 9: "Enquiring minds want to know..."

Your task: In the style of The National Enquirer (check it out here), write a tabloid article describing one of the events from Act I, II, or III of Macbeth. We have read about some pretty sensational acts. Now write about one of them in the same sensational style found in the tabloids. Keep in mind that I'm sure that not everything in The National Enquirer is 100% fact. It is completely acceptable (desired!) to embellish the truth. Just be sure that the initial frame of the story remains the same. If you really want to get crazy, add a picture to your post. I will give extra credit for extra effort here. Have fun with this! Create your post and comment on another post by Wednesday, April 22.

Modern Day Macbeth

In casting a modern day version of Macbeth I would definitely choose Heath Ledger as my Macbeth. He was always one of my favorite actors because of the emotion and passion he puts into every role. He really helped to make the character come alive. And for the role of Lady Macbeth I'm going to mix it up a bit and put Sharon Stone in the role. To me she has played some of the most conniving roles, including her most famous one in Basic Instinct.

Im not really sure who i would pick for Lady Macbeth. But for sure Heath Ledger. I think he does a wonderful job playing as a night and a cowboy! He took his roles seriously and made it to where he really became that charecter! A Knights Tale is one of my favorite movies just because i love watching him act! I guess on Lady Macbeth i would put Audrey Hepburn just because i think she is a wonderful actress! lol

If I had to pick an actor to play Macbeth, it would have to be Heath Ledger. He took all of his roles seriously and played a variety of roles, from a cowboy, to a knight, to The Joker, so he would probably be able to play Macbeth well. For Lady Macbeth, I would cast Angelina Jolie, as she has played a manipulative woman in several different films.

Casting

I would chose Orlando Bloom and Angelina Jolie. Orlando because he can be a fighter but he can be persuaded by women. Angelina because she can take care of the killing and still look graceful for the people.

Casting Thought

I would have to pick Heath Ledger for Macbeth and Angelina Jolie For Lady Macbeth. i say this because Jolie always plays the bad girl who shows little remorse for anyone. I say ledger because he was a very versitile actor who could play just about any role thrown at him.

Casting Thoughts

I can see Halle Berry playing a sinister role like Lady Macbeth. She always seemed like she had attitude. Also she's a very talented actress. Tom Cruise, also talented, always had an innocent look. Who ever played Macbeth would at least have to look innocent.

Hmm. Cast?

I would probably choose Leonardo DeCaprio for Macbeth and Kate Winslet for Lady Macbeth. This choice is purely chosen because I absolutely LOVED the Titanic. Plus Kate Winslet is like British, and for some reason I just picture The Macbeth's with an accent...weird I know. But that's my piece!

Modern Macbeth.

Well, I really think the late Heath Ledger would have made a wonderful Macbeth. Ledger was an amazing actor who took all of his roles very seriously. I think he could've easily taken on the role of Macbeth and do it justice.

For Lady Macbeth I think I'd choose Nicole Kidman. I can easily see her playing such a tough role and I think she'd play it very well.

That's it. :]

Gracias.

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Meril Streep.
Jim Sturgess
For future reference
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Action!

For Macbeth I would choose Will Smith just becuase I think he can play pretty much any part. He's played in a huge variety of films and always does an awesome job. For Lady Macbeth I think Salma Hayek would be good for this part because she is always the woman who wears the pants in most movies she plays in.

I see...Witches!

So I pictured the witches in a dark gloomy forest with a lot of fog in the background. They would be dressed in raggedy old robes and have long dirty ugly hair. They would probably have big noses and long nails...that's just how I pictured them.

creating plays

Well, i'm not real sure who I would choose to play Macbeth and his lady. I guess if i had to choose, I'd pick Jim Sturgess to be Macbeth because well....I think he's hot, and he'd have to second guess when posed with the threat of having to kill someone dead. I'd pick Meril Streep to play Lady Macbeth. I don't know. She just has that comforting quality of a grandma but also the kick hine part of a cold blooded killer.
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Casting MacBeth...

For casting of Macbeth I would choose Brad Pitt for Macbeth and Angelina Jolie for Lady Macbeth. Pitt is an extreme sissy boy. He looks and kind of acts like someone who wouldn't have the guts to kill anyone to get ahead in his job. Whereas, Jolie looks as if she could kill 500 million people. She seems incredibly deadly and very mischievous. I think she would be able to plan something so evil!

Macbeth 2009

I would choose Russel Crowe for Macbeth i think. Not only does he have many movies where he was a warrior, and that are set in the old times, but i would choose him for his attitude. In some movies he has a very soft attitude where he is forgiving and kind, and i think that is Macbeth, i think Macbeth just gets caught up with the wrong people. For Lady Macbeth i would choose Angelina Jolie because she is hardcore. She is always the fighter and ring leader. She is always fighting or shooting someone. Her attitude is always fight to win, and i think she would be perfect for Lady Macbeth.

Death of a Salesman

I think willy is a man that always tries. I think he is a good hearted man, but can never get it just right. And in the end he thinks its right, but in reality its not. I think his family is a family of love, but since none of them every tell the truth its hard to show love. I think i am sympathetic for willy, because he always tries so hard but never succeeds. He is likable to me, because of his dedication to making his family have a better life.

Destiny

I believe that God is the maker of our destiny. I think we have a free will, but all in all i think he has the ultimate say of our destiny in our lives. I think the that our goals do justify our destiny, although our destiny is predestined.

Week 8 - Casting Director

Task: If you were to make a movie of Macbeth, what modern-day actors would you cast to play Macbeth and Lady Macbeth? Name the actors and give a thorough explanation, and then post a comment to another post. If you really want to get fancy, you can even include photos in your post. Are you tech-savvy enough to figure that out???

Destiny.

I believe God has a destiny and a purpose for all of us here on earth or else we wouldn't be here. However, I also believe we as human beings have the "free will" to decide for ourselves the paths we want to take to fulfill that destiny or purpose.

Witches

Those were some gross looking witches! I wasn't expecting them to look like that.
I imagined cute witches with a pretty face and maybe a raggedy outfit at the most, but goodness nothing like what was in the video clip.
But I guess people back then didn't have the best of hygiene so I wasn't too surprised when they weren't the prettiest things to look at. Hopefully when we watch the video over Macbeth they will look a little better than that.

Witches....

I really imagined the witches quite a bit like that. When I think of witches back in that time, I think of the one like in Snow White. I often imagine them with big noses, a huge, hairry wart and dark clothing. They looked quite grussom enough to be the witches I thought of.

Ok well these are all really old blogs lol...but any way... my dream for my life is to be happy. I want to go to med school and become a pediatrician someday, I want to start a family, and raise kids. I want to do what I love everyday of my life, wake up and feel Gods blessings. I have many other things that I would love to do in my life time, but until then i will keep striving to obtain these goals, and live happy. TATE

I believe that people have a pre-determined place where their going to end up in life, the only catch is that there are different ways of getting there. I believe that God wants us to be happy and live life to the fullest, but in our life the control we have is to make choices ....make this choice this happens , make another choice, and this happens...its all just a matter of choices, but in the big scheme of things we end up in the same place. TATE

DEATH OF A SALESMAN
Willy was the type of guy that really turned people away when they met him, and we all know people like that. Whats unique about Willy is that his driven nature and determination is what actually pushes people away, to where most people who are ambitious we tend to gravitate toward. Willy feels he has to become something to prove himself to the world but what he doesnt realize is that its acually tearing him down. TATE

well... these witches really draw me into the play. Its weird how two of them are really old and one is young, i dont know why but its just strange. I think the witches are going to play a VERY big role in the story and bring some twists along with it. HAILEY

Witches..

I think these witches mostly fit how I thought they would look. They reminded me of the people they thought were witches from the Salem witch trials. I did however picture it to be a more mystical setting like maybe a cave with a crystal ball inside or something. The arm being buried on the beach was extremely creepy, but that also seemed realistic for witches.

Come little children I'll take thee away into a land of enchantment, Come little children the times come to play here in my garden of magic!!

Ok first off, this is not a clip to watch at night. Period. Secondly, I really for some reason had a picture of the witches like the ones off of Hocus Pocus. [Explanation for my Title]. I was just really creeped out and really hope we don't watch this movie in class or I'll be having nightmares for weeks. And I'm truly not exaggerating, unfortunately!.
Well that's my piece.
Nightt.

Which witch.

So, I definitely found myself wearing a permanent grimace on my face throughout the entire three minutes and four seconds of this clip. And honestly, at first glance of the witches I thought, "What the heck is that?!"
I suppose I pictured them all huddled around a giant black kettle wearing trenchcoats and pointy hats in the dead of night. Not all...gross looking. They honestly reminded me of one of those crazy bums you might encounter on a street corner in the worst part of New York City.
Not what I'd imagined.
Gracias.

bewitched

Hey
I finally figured this out.
I think the witches were very just....dirty in the video. I pictured them as scary not all...gross. So i think they were a little different than in my head.
K

Destiny

I do believe that you have a part in your final destiny. However God is the final decider. You are given a choice to either follow God and have a personal relationship with him or you can chose not to and reject all he has given. No matter which path you chose God decides where your final destination is. but i do not believe either is the main role. i mean God just doesnt at birth say "okay your an ugly baby so you will live a tramatic life and be sentenced to hell" or because " Your mom seduced the pastor before you were born your going to heaven." NO! I dont believe that and i also dont believe God says "okay since you have lived an okay life and made decent choices you can pick your destination." So i think its both God is the final decieder to see if you have lived a life that is pleasing to him and if you have had the relationship, but you also make the decision if you want to live that life.

Destiny

I believe you play a part in your destiny but God is the final say. I believe the choices you make will determine what your next decisions will be and what you are facing. In the end I believe God is always the final sayer.
To the second statement... just because you reach your goal doesn't mean the journey to get there is right. Your goals aren't just about reaching them, it's the journey to get there.

Statements

Statement 1: You are the maker of your own destiny.
Statement 2: If you reach your goal, the end always justifies the means.

I agree that both of these quotes are very true. I think you make your own destiny by the choices you make and the actions you choose to take. I also think that if you reach your goal, and even if you don't the end justifies the means. Either way you learn a lesson. So that's fantastic. Short and simple.
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MacBeth Week 6

"You are the maker of your own destiny"

I believe that things that we do and choices that we make in our life will affect us for the rest of our lives. I also believe that certain things happen for a reason. I believe in accepting these things that we cannot change and knowing that God has a reason for everything.

"If you reach your goal, the end always justifies the means"

I believe this statment is true, you always get what you deserve in some shape or form.

Death of the Salesman

Death of the Salesman was very confusing at the beginning with all the flashbacks and Willy taking to himself. As the movie made more sense, I began to feel sorry for Willy. He had all these hopes for his family and some of them did not work out. He could not accept it. I dont like the way his wife was always trying to make things better by telling a lie. I think that this was making Willy's condition worse. I think that Biff was trying to find his place in life. He sincerely did not like the proffesion that his dad had chosen and Willy simply could not accept that. I think Happy resembled his mother because he also constantly tried to make everything better by telling a lie. I think this family was in desperate need of family counseling and could have prolonged Willy's life.