on Alden Nowlan, the author of “The Glass Roses”, exposes the facade of masculinity and its effect on individuals. In the short story manliness is defined as being being brute and emotionless; this is not far from what a man is considered to be in todays society. Men are taught to be tough and any sign… Continue Reading A Facade- Masculinity
on “To grow up is to stop putting blame on parents” – Maya Angelou In a world moving so quickly it is often difficult to keep up with what is expected. Every birthday is a new achievement; unlocking more responsibilities, hardships and expectations. When an individual is hesitant to accept these changes at the early stages,… Continue Reading Facing Reality When Coming of Age
on  Thesis Statement: When an individual develops an aversion to seeking knowledge, this could create a contentment with ignorance and a narrow-minded perspective, resulting in that individual’s inability to truly understand and form connections with others. “Ignorance is bliss.” In truth, this really just means that if someone does not know about something, they do not… Continue Reading Knowledge vs. Ignorance