Essays on Grandfather

“The Secret of Roan Inish” is a film written and directed by John Sayles. It is an American film that is based on Rosalie Fry’s novel titled The Secret of the Ron Mor Skerry. It was released in 1994. The film highlights an Irish folklore relating to seals that can shed their skins and change into humans. The movie tells the story of a young girl, Fiona. After the death of her mother, Fiona goes to live with her cousin, Eamon, and grandparents close to the island of Roan Inish. The grandfather narrates stories regarding the family’s Continue reading...

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The essay is going to explain why conquistador is a legacy of the primogeniture. Considering my family history, it will highlight how it affected our family set up. The essay will also discuss how the law of primogeniture effected where our family moved and lived. Finally, the paper will explain the lessons learnt from handling this task. (57 words)
Primogeniture refers to the situation where the first son in a family inherits all the titles and property following the death of his father. The law of primogeniture applies when the father dies and Continue reading...

Everyone has a person in their life that has inspired them and shaped them in who they are today. I have been so close to my grandfather and he taught me many things during his lifetime. I have learned to be a leader and hardworking and this came from his teachings and me observing him. It was until I was a teenager that I realized that my grandfather was a very high-flying person in our state. He has mentored a lot of prominent people in the society including teachers, lawyers, doctors and even politicians. All I was asking myself Continue reading...

Below are the questions I asked my grandfather (Aged 70 years) and the responses he gave me:

Me: Have you ever participated in any organized public protest
Grandfather: Yes I have
Me: Okay which protest was this?
Grandfather: They were the civil right movements between 1954 and 1968
Me: What were the issues that the protests were addressing?
Grandfather: The protests were against discrimination against racial discrimination and segregation based on an individual’s skin color. The black people were discriminated at work, schools, and hospitals, everywhere

Me: Did all the black people participate on these protests?

Grandfather: Yes they did, including other white people who did not support the discriminations
Me: How did the networks connect with other like-minded participants?
Grandfather: The leaders of the Continue reading...

I have always been an artist, ever since I can remember I loved being surrounded by colors, paint brushes and nature. When my peers use to be busy playing soccer, I use to make their sketches.
I inherited the love for art from my grandfather who was a globetrotter and a marvelous photographer. He would visit different countries as a part of his photography assignments. Once he got a chance to visit India and capture the moment of “Maha Khumbh” in Haridwar the land of the holy river “Ganga.”Maha Kumbh is the mass holy pilgrimage of the Hindus; Continue reading...

Objective Writing:

The perfume bottle sits by its red pyramid-shaped box. The name of the perfume, ‘Realities’, is inscribed on the cover with yellow font. The yellow color stands out on a blood-red background. The perfume bottle itself is not that bright in color. The design of the bottle consists of three cubes, the largest one forming the base, then a smaller one serving as a cap and the smallest one serving as a spray button. The three cubes are tilted so as to form a diamond shape. The largest cube is transparent; the middle one is golden in color, and Continue reading...

The poem of Elizabeth Bishop entitled ‘Manners’ is an artistic representation of the etiquette in the past. It also differentiates the proper etiquette or manners of the old fashioned and the new age which could be observed from the relationship of the grandchild and the grandfather. The focus of the poem is to depict the proper manners during the early times in history. However, the poem could be a satirical depiction of how the old people accept and apply the traditional codes of the society in terms of civility and ethics. It is also a depiction of how these Continue reading...

The poem of Elizabeth Bishop entitled ‘Manners’ is an artistic representation of the etiquette in the past. It also differentiates the proper etiquette or manners of the old fashioned and the new age which could be observed from the relationship of the grandchild and the grandfather. The focus of the poem is to depict the proper manners during the early times in history. However, the poem could be a satirical depiction of how the old people accept and apply the traditional codes of the society in terms of civility and ethics. It is also a depiction of how these Continue reading...

I had a special attachment to old things. I was so amused going through the attic and searching for memorabilia from my parents’ respective homes. There was an old phonograph, a stack of vinyl records in two sizes, and a particularly intriguing Japanese Samurai sword. I brushed off the dust and smut on the fitting and carefully took out the sword. The sword had collected rust but I surmised then that it could still be polished to perfection. The mounting, in brown leather, had intricate details. There were inscriptions in Japanese and some embossed leather lining which prevented the Continue reading...

After long years staying away from my lovely city, Oslo, only a few hours left to be back there. I remember my happy days in Oslo with my family. The place where my grandpa gave me my most valuable present in my life: a guitar. Music went into my heart each time I touched the guitar strings. The strongest passion in my life became my reason to leave my happy memories in my city. The music was forbidden in Oslo. A strange law created barriers between my passion and my city. I preferred my passion.
I had to live Continue reading...

Introduction

The Great Depression is one of the most iconic events in America’s history. It was an event that would affect millions of people and have serious economic repercussions for the nation. The Depression lasted for a period of 10 years, from 1929 to 1939. It is classed as the longest as well as the most severe depression that has ever been experienced in the world. People who lived through the depression often give horrific tales about the poor status of their lives during this time. My grandfather is one of those individuals. He was born in 1919, and Continue reading...

While visiting the sweatshop in Accra, which belong to one of his business partners, Ghana President’s nephew saw Imoida as she was minding her business sewing buttons for masculine jackets. As he glanced the beautiful sewing girl, the President’s nephew, Oroonoko, was blurred. He starred at her as if he was asking himself “how did the Queen of the Night end up working in a sweatshop?” He asked his friend who owned the sweatshop for a personal favor, requiring choosing a girl from his employees, pretending that he needed a new maid for his Accra residence, where Continue reading...

Among the things I carry, include two Cartier love bangles, one that was given to me by my paternal grandmother, and the other one by my paternal grandfather. I carry them always in my wrist.
The things I carry are the passion and love for the Cartier bangles attached to the sentiments I have for my grandparents. I love my two beautiful small new round white and rose golden bangles. My grandparents are just like my parents; they have been taking care of my sister and me since we were born, but we do not live with them. We Continue reading...

In life we are always waiting for our epiphany, the moment when one realizes why they are here on earth and how they intend to lead their lives. My moment came after spending some time with my grandfather, a retired army officer who survived many challenges and even death itself when he was fighting the second world. Being a man of outstanding moral character, hardworking and perseverant, he offered me very important advice on character development and how one should interact with other people so as to be successful in life.
Fighting the Second World War was an event Continue reading...

Judaism is a monotheistic (singular god) religion with its main teachings being based on the Hebrew bible. The Jews express Judaism as the canonical relationship instituted between God and the children of Israel. This religion is not homogenous and allows the practice of different views and steams. As a Jew of the rabbinic stream, and having been borne out of a family of survivors the holocaust means a time of persecution, religious intolerance and profiling of the crudest degree. My grandparents used to live in a small polish town of Lodz together with my mother and her sister, my Continue reading...

The novel “The Beautiful Struggle” by Ta-Nehisi Coates narrates on the different experiences that the author went through when growing up in the company of his friends and siblings, as well as the experiences that his father. The perspective of Coates and his father display a generational difference, but there are some similarities especially in the way a parent imparts knowledge to a child. The life experiences that the two go through have a significant role in shaping their future lives.
Coates describes his father in detail as a person who is industrious, unpredictable, adventurous, inquisitive, loyal, responsible, and Continue reading...

Despite the intergenerational gap, my relationship with my grandmother has been both meaningful and powerful. I guess there was some “good fit” or correct “prescription” that enabled us to build a strong relationship. Even though my grandfather has been equally friendly and loving, my grandmother has always shared in more activities with me, and perhaps that is why I consider her my “closest” grandparent. Perhaps it is because we are both women, considering my elder brothers and even my dad are often out and about with my grandfather. Despite the fact that I have been playing the role of Continue reading...

In order to provide a successful bio-geography, one needs to go as much back in years as possible and provide their family’s events, regarding the changes the family members made to get a better life, as influenced by any external reasons, such as the economic situation at the time being, politics and culture. For that reason, my family’s bio-geography is shaped as followed:
My great great grandfather was a proud private school owner in Uzbekistan that also loved farming in the 1930’s. According to my father, being a farmer in this particular geographical spot was considered Continue reading...

A Stroke of Good Fortune is a short story by Flannery O’Connor. It revolves around a woman named Ruby Hill who was unhappy with her life and disappointed when she discovered that she was pregnant. The major theme in the story is denial and discontent. Ruby is discontented with her life and where she lives. She desires to stay in the new subdivisions where she will not have to climb stairs as she goes to her house. Ruby was unhappy because she had to climb the stays each and everyday she goes out in order to reach her Continue reading...

There is a character called Marji who is aged ten in 1980. Islamic revolution had just begun the year before in 1979. A lot of changes were taking place and new, strange and very strict rules were introduced. Some of the rules included girls having to wear veils conditionally and segregated on the basis of their sex. Boys and girls were not allowed to mix freely. Secular education was also banned. Marji happens to hail from a religious but yet modern family. She is baffled by almost all of these changes. She doesn’t understand what the veil means Continue reading...

Introduction: the case

According to Geiger (2013), a copyright arises when an individual or a company makes a work. The work is only subject to copyright protection only if regarded as original. The work must be evidence by a degree of skill, labor or judgment. Howard has added descriptions to the collection of photographs that were passed down to his father from his grandfather and eventually to him. The photographs of several sea vessels were taken by his grandfather and passed to Howard’s father when his grandfather died. In addition to adding descriptions to the photographs, Howard has added five paintings Continue reading...

Has anyone ever noticed a lot of people around that don’t really register on the radar? They aren’t invisible, not exactly. But on the other hand they are more like ghosts than the real people in the city. When real people are rushing around to work sometimes there are flickers in and out of the crowds on the sidewalk. Or grayish shadows moving along the edges of the building even on a sunny day. Since there is no such thing as ghosts they must be people. Right? Probably people who are like that can do a lot Continue reading...

It seemed as if my entire life had been shrouded by pain and suffering. I could barely stand on my feet. The shock was too much to take for me. I grabbed on to the nearby furniture fearing a fall. In my years of life, I had never before felt so vulnerable. The memories, the times were coming back to me as tears rolled down my cheeks. Life’s brutality and inevitability suddenly became the ultimate truth for me; I had probably been transformed into a stoic being.
My grandfather had passed away. He had succumbed to injuries from Continue reading...

Having grown up under the guidance of my grandfather, he was one the closest member of our family. I spent all my childhood years with him, we used to talk and do so many things together. It was great having him around, no other my family members were that close to me. He was my trusted guardian and friend. He was generous, understanding, helpful, humble and fun to be talk to. Even after finishing college, I stayed with him in the same apartment in the suburb. Then came the worst and the saddest part of the story, in 2003, Continue reading...

Essay

Before speaking about literary techniques it should be mentioned that two stories themselves. One of them - the drama of August Wilson's called “Fences”, a second one is a work which is a part of the story called “Battle Royale” by Ralph Ellison. Both stories tell to readers about the plight of African-Americans who lived at that time in America. About how society has forced them to humility, as how it turned away and did not understand them. The stories tell about problems with which that people should deal with. Authors tell us about different stories of different people, Continue reading...

The Myths of Manhood is an article which attempts to demystify some of the things which young men are taught about manhood. Using a casual tone, the author debunks the myth that a man has to be mean in order to stamp his authority. The author also puts across the point that men can as well be gentle without having to put a fake brave face. Although readers of both genders can read the article, it is specifically addressed to men because the writer intends to demystify some things which men have a misconception about. To persuade the reader, Continue reading...

Introduction

- Interview Report

Theoretical applications

- Development is a lifelong process of change (Erikson)
- Each period of the life span is affected by what happened before and this affects
expected outcomes (Learning theories).
- Development is influenced by historical and cultural context (Papalia and Feldman)

Conclusion

- Explanation of how this analysis has affected communication within the work environment

Abstract

In this document the author is expected to distinguish, appraise, and integrate multiple theories and/or models of human development relevant to functioning of the client being interviewed. During the interaction the interviewer must recognize how cultural structures that range from marginalizing to Continue reading...

Introduction

The story is the story of the grandfather of David, one of my best friend. I knew that his family was migrated from Mexico, so I asked my friend to arrange my meeting with his grandfather. His name is George and now 90 years old. He told that they were six brothers, and he was the youngest one. He was graduated at that time.

He told us that the economic condition and job opportunities in his country always fluctuated. So, after his graduation he was very worried about his career, what to do as he could not find a Continue reading...

Cheat Sheet

- Psychological Treatment Case
- Patient’s Demographic Information
- Confidentiality, Limits of Informed Consent
- Identification and Referral
- K.T. was referred by her teacher. Abuse report was initiated and processed by the practicum trainee
- Reason for referral: patient’s consecutive absences at school and possible signs of child abuse, depression, among other possible psychological conditions
- Relevant Background Information
- Patient lives with her mother, step father, two younger siblings in a small 2-bedroom apartment
- Reportedly financially stable
- K.T. despises her mother and step-father; has only one support system-her brother.
- K.T. experienced being Continue reading...

Application Admission Essay

1. Young Global Scholars Program 2013, Yale University -
Business school like case study on health and poverty issues with Yale professors and students from 46 countries. Became motivated to help and support needy.
2. National Youth Leadership Forum in Medicine 2013, UCLA
Awesome experience living at a college campus. Participated in group discussions with doctors and professors to explore opportunities in health care
3. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, June – August 2013
Epiphany watching cure from grievous illness while volunteering at a modern patient care facility staffed with renowned doctors and famous clinicians
4. Kaiser Permanente Hospital, (2011 – Present) and Continue reading...

Little tree is the narrator in the book. This is evident due to the fact that the narration is in the first persons. Through the narration of the author, two main themes are evident which are life and culture. Little tree is a name that describes a five year old boy who as a result of his parent’s death is raised by his grandparents. The setting of the area from where the boy is raised is mountainous.

The book depicts little tree as an exciting child who is willing to learn all he can from his grandparents. Little Continue reading...

My path to literacy started, unlike most others. Reading stories is my hobby and habit from my early childhood. In my childhood when I was unable to read, I always liked to hear stories from my parents and grandfather. When I started my school, I always liked to buy story books. My home environment is also a literacy rich. This adds more interest to literacy in my personality. There is a small library in my house as reading books were a hobby of my grandfather too. When I was a child, I had no permission to enter this library. Continue reading...

Anti- Hero

ROY HOBBS (THE NATURAL)
The story is about a boy named ROY HOBBS. The boy who was a player with extra talent for the game and at the same time has an interest towards a lively and happy life. Roy struggled throughout his life to achieve the position that anyone can dream of. The most amazing part of the story and about the character is that he was a natural and God gifted player. At the same time the emotions and the feelings of the Roy has been portrayed very well in the novel as well as in the Continue reading...

Part 1 Traumagram

Information from traumagram and discussion about it with the client
- Family history for three generations of traumatized family members and mental illness
- Paternal Grandfather James b.1925d.1993
- James traumatized
- James died of liver problems
- Paternal Grandmother Mary b.1929d. 2011
- Paternal Grandmother mentally ill (cruel at times, loving at times)
- Grandmother on father’s side traumatized grandfather and her children with verbal and psychological abuse
- Father Ricky b.1995d.2010
- Father traumatized
- Father became alcoholic in late teens
- Father mental illness (? does not know the type)
- Mother Louise b. 1955
Continue reading...

Looking into our pasts is something that is not easy at times – we tend to either romanticize or hide from it, depending on how we feel. Particularly in times of mourning or regret, the past can be something we try to bury or avoid, wanting to make sure we do not relive that same pain. This universal and uniquely human theme is present in the books Beloved, Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, and Life of Pi. In all of these works, the main characters attempt to reconcile who they are with what they remember of the past – from Pi’ Continue reading...

U.S. Modern History

Introduction

A number of historians have referred the 20th century as the American Century. This is because; United States dominated economically, politically, and culturally. Critical to this century was the America control of world’s oil resources. This is an important century in America since it was during this century when U.S. finally implemented promise of its ideals to its citizens. In the early 20th century, America was an exceptional country as it was an important industrial power. The major 20th century historical events in the America such as World War I, World War II, the passage Continue reading...

Ye ye (FF) naimi (FM) gong gong (MF) popo (MM)

FZ FB FZ FZ F M MZ MB MZ MZ MB
fzs fbd fbs fzs fzd fzs fzs fzd ego z mzd mzs mzs mzs

The following is a list of symbols used in the above chart and their meanings

FF-Grandfather from my father’s side (ye ye)
FM- Grandmother from my father’s side (naimi)
MF- Grandfather from my mother’s side (gong gong)
MM- Grandmother from my mother’s side (po po)
F- Father (ba ba)
M-Mother (ma ma)
FZ- aunts from my father’s side (gu ma),
FB- My father’s brother (xiooshiski)
MZ- Aunts from my mother’s side (ah yi)
MB- My mother’s brothers (jiu jiu)
FZS, FBD, Continue reading...

Introduction

Dr. Antonia Pantoja was born in 1922 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Born out of wedlock, Pantoja grew up in the hands of the grandparents. They later moved to Barrio Obrero where the workers never paid rent but annual tax. This helped them cut down their monthly expenses. She was a teacher, a social worker and an advocate of the society. Her life was an uphill task that saw her overcome many obstacles. All her life was submerged in helping others and serving her community in Puerto Rico. Her services were not only felt in her community but also Continue reading...

How my Race, Ethnicity, Heritage and Gender Impact my Life

Although some people claim that they know themselves better than others do I believe it takes a whole life to reveal one’s personality. Modern world is full of diversity and multicultural factors but if we narrow an idea to expressing ourselves through the origin, race and ethnicity we could understand who we are .

According to the Diversity Wheel which was created by Marilyn Loden and Judy Rosener, I can identify myself as a twenty-one year old male, Asian and Taiwanese, non-disabled, and heterosexual. Those are features of the inner circle of the Diversity Wheel. From a perspective of Continue reading...

Dialogue between a teen-age boy and his grandfather.

Teen-age boy: Granddad, the history book I have says that WWI was a “total war.” But if WWI was a total war doesn’t that mean there wouldn’t be anything left of Europe? Wouldn’t all the countries be destroyed by war?
Granddad: “Total war” today probably does mean something like that because of nuclear weapons. But a “total war” in history means everybody in the country has to work hard to make sure their side wins the war. Men who can fight have to join the military. Well then, Continue reading...