Designed, wrote and created by Stephanie Jimenez
Beulah: Woman’s magazine
CONTENTs Volleyball Benefits
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My Financial Goals
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Ballet and Hip Hop
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Complain Letter
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Response Letter
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Persuasive Essay
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Integrated Writing
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Independent Writing
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PARAGRAPH 1 VOLLEYBALL BENEFITS “something you should know”
Volleyball is an integral sport that body, by comparison with other specific parts of it. To begin with, that in a complete training, we can muscular mass. Secondly, volleyball coordination hand-eye and also our volleyball helps our circulatory the most recommended sports for all why I would support that volleyball healthier and active in a short period
Volleyball helps us developing our handeye coordinatio n and also our flexibility.
produces benefits for our whole sports that just use some scientists have demonstrated work at least the 80% of our helps us developing our flexibility. Moreover, system; that is why it is one of ages. These are the reasons is the best alternative to be of time. -Stephanie Jiménez
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PARAGRAPH II
MY FINANCIAL GOALS My financial goals are clear for me since a long time ago because for me they are an important part of the future that I want to have. The first thing that I have planned to do is my Master Degree in Education; therefore, I will be able to have an excellent job abroad, which is going to help me to support my family. While I am working, I am going to save enough money to invest into a recognized technology company.
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Then, with the profit of my investments, I am going to be an associate in a college here in Colombia. Finally, I am going to direct the college and also teach English until I decide that I need to take a rest. Definitely these are the things that I want to do with my finances. By: Stephanie JimĂŠnez
Compare and Contrast BALLET AND HIP HOP By Stephanie Jiménez
In spite of their apparent distance, hip hop and ballet are two types of dance that can be compared and contrasted. On the one hand, ballet seems to be elegant and classical. On the other hand, hip hop gives the impression of energetic and modern; so, can they be similar? First of all, ballet likewise hip hop requires dedication; if someone has the ambition of becoming an excellent dancer, practice is fundamental. Secondly, both dances have gymnastic bases; figures and pirouettes have to be performed cleanly, and the flexibility of the dancer is essential for the harmony of dance. Finally, ballet, the same as hip hop, can be presented individually or in groups: it depends on the piece that is going to be danced.
However, the differences between ballet and hip hop are evident. For example, ballet is learned in childhood while hip hop can be learned at any stage of life. Also, ballet’s outfit, that includes leotards and tutu dresses, is different from hip hop’s outfit, that includes many sportswear styles and colors. Another difference between hip hop and ballet is the kind of music that is danced; ballet is performed with classical music but hip hop instead, needs music with strong beats as hip hop music or jazz funk. Last but not least, these dances’ origins are completely different. Ballet was created as a movement in the renaissance, surrounded by luxury and dance academies. On the contrary, hip hop is a combination of Afro-American dances created in New York streets. Definitely, these two styles are singular and unique. Although they have some things in common, their differences are the perfect complement for dance.
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Complain Letter
Calle 29 A 07 sur Candelaria BogotĂĄ, Colombia 0057 February 25th, 2015
Claro Colombia Carrera 30 N°3-02 Bogotå, Colombia 0057
To whom it may concern:
My name is Laura Triana; I have been one of your costumers for five years now, and I am upset about some issues with your signal service. For the past several months I have noticed that at times, when I try to call someone or send a message, the signal is not strong enough to complete the action. This is a big problem for me since this is the only means I have to communicate. Could you please give a solution to this difficulty? I deserve a good service on account of the payment that I have to do per month. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Cordially,
Laura Triana
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Response Letter Carrera 30 #°3-02 Bogotá, Colombia 0057 February 25th, 2015 Laura Triana Calle 29 A 07 sur Candelaria Bogotá, Colombia 0057
Dear Madam:
Giving an answer to the letter you wrote to us; we checked all information related to the service given to you and we found some irregularities. At this moment, your signal service must be running well if you are in the city. We already have more than half million antennas to give you an excellent coverage. We also noticed, the first way you found was this. Just remember we have a regular way to solve your problems. For a next time, call to our service line at the number *611, option 9, for getting help from one of our assessors. However, we love what we do and we want our customers to be comfortable. That is why you will be compensating you with 20% discount of your next month bill. Do not forget Claro is always with you.
Cordially:
Claro Colombia S.A.
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PERSUASIVE ESSAY
PERSUASIVE ESSAY
Beauty Is Made Of More Than Appearances Stephanie Alexandra JimĂŠnez Casas Universidad Nacional de Colombia
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Beauty is Made of More than Appearances Physical appearance is one of the most common worries in our society. No matter the age you have or the qualities you possess, it is always going to be something about your body that you would like to change. Plastic surgery is an alternative that promises beauty and perfection behind a knife but, is it possible to be physically perfect? Does the sacrifice and the pain worth to fit in a world made of illusions? Definitely beauty is made of more than appearances. According to the expert psychologist Machel Shull (2004), the principal cause of physical discontent is the feeling of not fit in the society’s beauty standards. Another expert in the field of psychology (Shah 2014), says that although people passed through a surgery, the “beauty expectations” are not filled with one procedure. In despite of all the sacrifices, the procedure is never going to fill people’s expectations. In contrary, the person is going to become addicted to reach the unachievable dreamed body through never ending cosmetic procedures. Plastic surgeries can also be a risk. According to the Mayo Clinic1, all surgeries carry multiple risks, but cosmetic implants and liposuction are often more dangerous because of the invasive materials that they use inside the body. By nature our immunological system will react against external elements, but for some people the reaction can be a complete disaster. No matter how the procedure ends, once a person has a cosmetic procedure, the body is never going to be the same.
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Cosmetic Surgery Risks. “Test and Procedures”. www.mayoclinic.org
The only way in which I can think about a cosmetic surgery is for a reconstructive matter. I believe that these kinds of procedures are more appropriated for people that are suffering a missing or a huge defect in some body parts. I cannot judge a woman that has passed through a breast cancer and wants to have breast again, or children with birth malformations who needed a surgery to have a normal life; in those cases, cosmetic procedures have a completely different purpose. Surgeries in all these cases have been used for the right objectives: to improve life quality and health, reconstructing something that was missing or broken. In all these cases we have to know that plastic surgery is not just a trending topic, our life can be in danger if we do not realize what beauty really is. According to Merriam Webster Online Dictionary, beautiful as an adjective, is used to indicate that a person has qualities that give great pleasure or satisfaction, delighting senses and mind; beauty goes inside. If you are not comfortable with your body, try to think about the alternatives that do not destroy yourself. Remember that you are unique, and no matter how you look on the outside, the things that you have in your heart, those are the most important.
“The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, suffering, struggle, loss and have found their way out of the depths. These persons have an appreciation, sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern. Beautiful people do not just happen.� Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
References Beauty [Def 1] (n.d.).In Merriam Webster Online Retrieved April 10, 2015, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beauty Cosmetic surgery. (n.d.). Retrieved April 10, 2015, from http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cosmeticsurgery/basics/definition/PRC-20022389 Shah, Y. (2014, August 7). 4 Good Reasons To Never Get Plastic Surgery. Retrieved April 10, 2015, from http://www.huffingtonpost.com/ Shull, M. (2014, February 20). Why You Should Say NO To Plastic Surgery & Botox. Retrieved April 10, 2015, from http://www.mindbodygreen.com/012697/why-you-should-say-no-to-plastic-surgery-botox.html
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INTEGRATED WRITING Explain how the principles of New Urbanism propose to solve the problems of urban sprawl discussed in the lecture. Include examples from the town of celebration to support your explanation.
Anti sprawl movements are more common nowadays; they are created to reduce urban sprawls by making big changes in cities’ structures and in the society interaction. When a city is growing, there are not enough plans about the area that it is going to occupy in the future and the consequences that the expansion causes to both nature and society. Taking these problems into account communities as Celebration (Florida), have been developing new project ideas that are based in the principles of New Urbanism, to aim social and environmental goals in their environment. The first principle that has to be developed in the New Urbanism movements is the city’s structure design in order to reduce traffic and take advantage of space. For example, high rise offices and apartment buildings are a better option to build in a small geographic area
than huge constructions that only waste space. These structures, built in an intelligent design, will reduce traffic jams encouraging people to walk or ride a bicycle instead of using cars. Secondly, New Urbanism movements have considered the socialization between neighbors as one of their aims. With the construction of a better structure, as single and multifamily residences, people will have the possibility to interact in common spaces as parks and stores. The community of celebration has included a centralized market Street district and the placement of apartment buildings and houses are located close to downtown, to encourage social contacts. Also, New Urbanism movements are designed for environmental preservation. Reducing the geographical space of big cities, wildlife animals that inhabit near from urban areas are going to be protected. Celebration community, for example, is surrounded by a 4,700 acre greenbelt that respects native wildlife and animal’s space. Also, in order to minimize environmental impact, New Urban movements are using energy-efficient cooling and electric systems that are less damaging. Taking the example of Celebration and other cities as Atlanta and Houston, urban sprawl is going to be reduced. Definitely these cities have shown that a change is possible if things are planned with conscience and wishes of improvement. By Stephanie Jimenez
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INDEPENDENT WRITING It is better to grow up with siblings than without. Do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to develop your essay. THE ONLY CHILD To grow up without siblings is better than grow up with them. In my case, I am the only child in my family, and definitely everything has been perfect in terms of familiar relationships; all the things I know right now are the good ones. The first reason why, being an only child is great, is because the privileges. Your parents’ attention is going to be on your life only. You do not have to be worried about the others, because you are the center of the house. Everything your parents do is going to be for your good being and happiness, including amazing presents, whims satisfied and extra love. This kind of attention gives you a better relationship with your mother and your father; they are going to be your family but also your friends when there is no one else to be worried about.
Secondly, all the internal family problems are reduced. There are few troubles when you do not have to deal with others’ opinion or attitude. There are not going to be discussions about sharing responsibilities, space and stuff. For me, the space is a fundamental thing in my life, I do not like to share everything, and I need some freedom in my house. I have known about other families’ discussions, and the problems begin when brothers cannot coexist in the same house. Finally, the priceless advantage of being an only child is the freedom of dressing as you like. There are not going to be inherited things in your life. You can have the clothes you are comfortable with, everything in your size. There is not something worse than inherit that ugly uniform or jacket that your brother used to wear at your age, believe me, without siblings all the things you wear are made just for you. To sum up, the idea of having siblings is not a good one. I really like to be an only child and no matter what others say; to have my own space and life is definitely something that I would not change for the company of a brother: that is why friends exist! By Stephanie Jimenez
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