Being an avid social networker and a magazine reader, I read many articles aiming to help people live more fulfilled lives. One particular contradicting matter that seems to crop up every now and then is the argument of living life saying ‘yes’ compared to a life without fear of saying ‘no.’ Numerous articles encourage people to be brave and bold and not let anything prevent them from experiences. But in contrast many articles also persuade readers to have the courage to say no
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This is a paper I wrote for my History of American Journalism class that used something from the past to relate to a piece of news that is relevant today. Can citizen journalism be taken as seriously as professional journalism? With the increase in technology and social media, citizen journalism is ever growing and news can be accessed at a greater speed, from a whole range of perspectives. People who have been considered part of the audience can now join the world of
In June 2013 I started volunteering for a local charity helping women and children who were vulnerable to domestic abuse. Unfortunately I had to leave after a year and a half as I was given the opportunity to go to an American university as part of my degree. It was one of the best things I have ever done. Not only did I learn more about a serious issue I feel very strongly about, I met some of the most amazing people and
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My name is Martha Bowen. I am 20 years old and I study American Studies at the University of Derby, but will be in America until the end of May. I have been thinking about starting a blog for quite a while but am only just getting round to actually doing it. My posts will completely vary, depending on what I have been doing or what I have seen. Hopefully I will have some interesting things to say!
Saying 'Yes' vs. Saying 'No'
Being an avid social networker and a magazine reader, I read many articles aiming to help people live more fulfilled lives. One particular contradicting matter that seems to crop up every now and...
Citizen Journalism
This is a paper I wrote for my History of American Journalism class that used something from the past to relate to a piece of news that is relevant today. Can citizen journalism...
Volunteering
In June 2013 I started volunteering for a local charity helping women and children who were vulnerable to domestic abuse. Unfortunately I had to leave after a year and a half as I...
About Me
My name is Martha Bowen. I am 20 years old and I study American Studies at the University of Derby, but will be in America until the end of May. I have been...
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