ME

you’re drinking 1%...I notice.
I may be a bit socially awkward,

But I’m not telling you to vote for Pedro,

I’m just saying Summer might want to play tetherball with me

I am not that of a celery farmer,

Still with roots

perhaps a beet,

like Schrute I am creative,

From blue energy I run-

off

I'm tall, but I wasn't a monster baby,
and I didn't grow up with my grandma,
Iv'e absorbed my surroundings,
(luckily there weren't any onion patches)
I am a product of my environment

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Angry Letter

94-1008 Palaiki St.

Waipahu, HI, 96797

Nov 25, 2012

Kapolei Hale

1000 Uluohia St

Kapolei, HI 96707

Dear City and County of Honolulu: Department of Planning & Permitting,

My Grandparents have been adding on to their house, as they’ve been wanting to put it on the market. Recently, they built a cement patio that required a building permit. The application forms were easily accessible through the online website, as was filling the forms out. (Which we greatly appreciate)

But, we had some problems in physically turning in the applications for approval. Last month, we visited the Kapolei branch in hopes of quickly submitting our forms. We were pleased to have an office nearby as we were planning on doing several other construction projects. When we arrived at the DPP, however, we were surprised to see an extremely long line. There was more than one attendant, which helped move the line along, but not by much. I understand that it might be too costly to hire more attendants, and that’s why I think you should invest in other methods. Many other places offer online document submission services that are very quick and efficient. Law abiding citizens should not have to wait in line for 3 hours just to submit an application form.

Luckily, our attendant was very helpful and friendly and did her best accommodate us. She was very understanding, and apologized for the wait. If waiting this long was occasional, we would have been fine with it, but this occurred consistently in the weeks that came.

I have no problems with applying for building permits, I just believe that it should be much, much easier.

Sincerely,

Dustin Palea

Teen Alcohol Abuse

            There are many health concerns in America, one of which is Teen Alcohol Abuse. Teen alcohol abuse is a serious problem, that isn’t dealt with as severely as it should be. When consumed by minors, alcohol may have concentrated effects. Although teens drink alcohol blatantly, they may not realize the risks involved.

            When a teen consumes alcohol, their frontal lobe cortex becomes impaired, meaning they can’t make the right decisions. Studies show that intoxicated teens are more likely to engage in unprotected sex than sober teens. This one bad decision may result in a teen pregnancy. Also, teens involved in automobile crashes, homicides, and suicides; alcohol was the leading factor in all three. There’s a saying “One bad decision may lead to the next”, and that’s just the case because teens who drink alcohol are more prone to smoking marijuana, using inhalants, and/or carrying a weapon. These bad decisions will affect them for the rest of their lives.

            Aside from numerous studies showing the negative effects of alcohol, it still isn’t considered a major problem in the U.S. In fact, its only ranked #8 on a top 10 child health concerns of the U.S. survey, almost last. With immediate danger, and instant health risks, it needs to be listed as more important than #8. Though there are many efforts at alcohol abuse awareness, more can, and needs to be done.

            In addition to bad decision making, physical consequences occur. Over consumption of alcohol may result in high blood pressure, and ultimately permanently damage the heart. But the heart isn’t the only muscle that will be affected, the brain will also be targeted. Alcohol damages the brain transmissions of nerve impulses, and destroys brain cells, which slows brain function. Such brain function involves the ability to learn, keep focused (it causes delirium), and keep steady muscle movements.

            The previously listed facts are all of the more reason to increase awareness of teen alcohol abuse. The negative effects it causes a teen will be with them for the rest of their lives. Although teens drink alcohol blatantly, they may not realize the risks involved. Teen alcohol abuse presents both immediate and long lasting consequences, that should be stopped, if not prevented.

College Essay Draft

What are your career goals and how do you expect your education at The Art Institute of Portland to help you attain them? In what ways will you commit to your education in order to be successful?

My career goals are modeled around expressing myself through media, especially film.  I strive to be a film director, where I can bring my vision to life, either alone, or working for sometype of firm/company. With a film degree from the Art Institutes, I will be better prepared and actually have a standing chance in this competitive field.

Being commited is everything, directors "live, eat and sleep film". And so will I as a student. My school, will be my life. I am very willing to work on projects as long as necessary to see them through. Long, late hours are not at all an obstacle for me (not only because I'm used to them, but) because of my love for film. Work isn't work if you truly enjoy what your doing. If your not going to be fully dedicated, might as well give up, becauseh even great directors can't land a gig. As for me, I'll have dedication, education, and passion on my side, an unstoppable force when combined.

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