My name is Deborah and I started attending high school this year. This year has been going by fast and smoothly, and has been very enjoyable, although I am nervous for tests and the outcome of my grades. I hope to learn new things and be challenged throughout the year just enough to be able to complete my assignments, but also learn something new. Some things I enjoy doing are snowboarding, playing field hockey, fencing, both reading and writing literature, and spending time with friends and family, as it helps me to be at ease and have fun. Not only am I enthusiastic about sports and literature, I also delight in watching movies and shows. It is easy to indulge in good shows and get hooked on them, and it is a terrific way to spend extra time. I hope that balancing fun and school won’t be challenging, and that I’ll still have time to do the things I enjoy. This year I look forward to exploring my talents and strengths and learning new things.

My Favourite Video

My favourite video is currently this scene from Stranger Things on Netflix. It was the last episode of season 3 when they were trying to save the world from “the Mindflayer”. Dustin had talked about his new girlfriend for quite a long time, but nobody believed him and thought it was all just a joke. When this event happened in this scene, everyone was so astonished to find out it was the truth. I find it funny that in the middle of a stressful time, trying to save the world, Suzie asks Dustin to sing their cheery song. In the background, while this very upbeat song is sung by Dustin and Suzie, the Mindflayer is seen chasing the car Robin and Steve are riding in, which I find humorous and lively, as in this time of desperation, there’s a bit of happiness. Whenever I watch this video or hear this song, it makes me laugh, and I feel delighted just thinking about this whole scene. Not only does this scene make me laugh, it also gives me a sense of reality. All of this is just a fantasy, and usually fantasies are good. It makes it seem like our lives are not very fun or full of adventure and that we need to do more, but this gives us the sense that we have it better than some people, and that we should be thankful for the safe world we have.

My Favourite Photo

Today I decided to include this photo as it is one of my favourite photos for various reasons. Field hockey is a hobby of mine, and my favourite sport. I am very passionate about it and I often go out to play the sport to practice. This photo shows the determination and aggression in the sport. It shows that the women playing are so determined to get the ball and run it up towards the opposite end, and you can tell they are very into the game. I strive to be like this one day; filled with determination and aggression, which then leads to good sportsmanship, teamwork, and success. I hope to improve in this sport and continue to play it through my high school years and into my university years. I spend a lot of my free time with this sport as it helps to clear my mind of any stress I may have, and I’ve realize how much fun and joy it gives me.

My Favourite Quote

My favourite quote at the moment is this: “Wherever there is hatred and anger, combat it with the truth wrapped in love.” This quote has made me realize that being angry does no good. It only hurts the people around me, and doesn’t solve any problems. It helps me to realize that instead of hating, loving is more important, and that hatred and anger can be defeated. Whenever I feel hurt or enraged, I know there is a better way to think things through. It gets me back in the moment and gets me to stop and think; think of how this can be solved, and how I could do better. How I can forgive and forget and get past the situation. This quote strengthens me through the times I feel mad, and I am then better able to understand the situation in a different point of view.

People generally like to have something to help them concentrate, or keep them company when alone or bored, and often, people have things to indulge into in various situations. The link I have shared below is a link to Spotify, which is an app that lets you play and listen to music. Although many may prefer Apple Music or Youtube, I believe Spotify is much simpler and easy to use. I use Spotify on a daily basis; it has become one of my most used apps. When I’m alone, it gets awfully quiet, and usually, I need something to pass the time. Spotify does a wonderful job at this. It kills the dreadful silence and gets me into the music. I can choose my favourite songs to listen to which is really helpful when I want a specific genre based on what I’m wanting or doing at the time. Even when I’m working on a project or doing homework, listening to instrumental music helps me to get in the zone and focus on my work. It is also useful when I’m trying to fall asleep. When I plug in my headphones on a long, tiring car ride, music helps me to fall asleep and pass the time. I find Spotify extremely useful in many different ways, and although it’s not really a necessity, It’s become a part of my life.

https://www.spotify.com/ca-en/