When the in the course of human events, it becomes necessary for a group of people to distance themselves from something that has caused them suffering while promising a better life.
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that not all soft drinks are created equal, that some have a profoundly negative effect on the health of those who would ingest their sweet, sugary contents. Many exist, but not all bear the mark; caffeine.
A repurposed naturally-occurring plant insecticide turned into a food, caffeine gives you a temporary rush of energy. "Run faster, jump higher"; in the words of Andy Samberg, "Man, I'm not gonna let you poison me!"
But throwing it on the ground is not enough to rid ourselves of this volatile, energetic toxin. Everywhere we look, even in food (chocolate), we find delicious proof that we cannot live without caffeine.
To prove this, let facts be submitted to a candid world.
He has given us energy under a temporary ruse, only to steal more than he gave in the first place.
He has supplemented himself into our lives in a manner that he may be inescapable.
He has tied people to a leash of addiction, forcing regular users to need caffeine to function throughout the day.
He has cost us our money, our time, our health, all so that we can stay up all night finishing an AP Comp paper. He is an evil that must be stopped, but any of us alone are too weak; we must unite and work together if we are to have any hope of conquering this beast.
We therefore declare independence from caffeine. And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of life, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Inaugural Address
My Fellow Americans: I stand before you, humbled by your choice to elect me as your president of the United States. It is a great honor to join the likes of my predecessors, and I will devote myself to making this an honor well-earned.
America is presented with troubling times. We have been hit by the storm, but still have yet to reach the epicenter of the whirlwind, as we have greater-yet hardships still standing in between us and the American dream.
But these are hardships that we will face. America was founded upon defiance in the face of adversity, and it has become a defining characteristic of anyone proud enough to call themselves an American.
The time, ladies and gentlemen, has come to fight.
If America is to continue to prosper, to remain a shining beacon of hope for democracy, every capable person must fight, whether by pen or sword. Whether you are making necessary supplies in a factory or find yourself stationed on the front lines, we must all take the necessary steps to combat adversity, and show the rest of the world just what we're capable of.
And in return, America shall be shown the greatest liberties it has ever scene. America is a country run by its citizens, not governments, and if we persevere, every man and woman will be free to make their life the way they want it, in harmony with one another; to truly make America the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
America is presented with troubling times. We have been hit by the storm, but still have yet to reach the epicenter of the whirlwind, as we have greater-yet hardships still standing in between us and the American dream.
But these are hardships that we will face. America was founded upon defiance in the face of adversity, and it has become a defining characteristic of anyone proud enough to call themselves an American.
The time, ladies and gentlemen, has come to fight.
If America is to continue to prosper, to remain a shining beacon of hope for democracy, every capable person must fight, whether by pen or sword. Whether you are making necessary supplies in a factory or find yourself stationed on the front lines, we must all take the necessary steps to combat adversity, and show the rest of the world just what we're capable of.
And in return, America shall be shown the greatest liberties it has ever scene. America is a country run by its citizens, not governments, and if we persevere, every man and woman will be free to make their life the way they want it, in harmony with one another; to truly make America the land of the free, and the home of the brave.
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Jay Gatsby - So Far Away
While Avenged Sevenfold made the song "So Far Away" to mourn the loss of their drummer, I feel like many of the verses are applicable to Jay Gatsby's obsession and desire for Daisy.
As Gatsby stands on his dock, looking across the lake at the green light that marks Daisy's house, he feels so close with her finally within reach, yet so far away, struggling to find a way to reach out to her.
"I have so much to say, but you're so far away."
As Nick sets his plan to meet Daisy into motion, it's obvious that he's prepared for it, and has felt empty without Daisy in his life.
"How do I live without the ones I love?
Time still turns the pages of the book it's burned."
Finally, Tom is more interested in his mistress than Daisy, and along comes Daisy's old love to offer her a life of riches just when her marriage and life seemed in shambles.
"I tried to heal your broken heart
With all that I could."
As Gatsby stands on his dock, looking across the lake at the green light that marks Daisy's house, he feels so close with her finally within reach, yet so far away, struggling to find a way to reach out to her.
"I have so much to say, but you're so far away."
As Nick sets his plan to meet Daisy into motion, it's obvious that he's prepared for it, and has felt empty without Daisy in his life.
"How do I live without the ones I love?
Time still turns the pages of the book it's burned."
Finally, Tom is more interested in his mistress than Daisy, and along comes Daisy's old love to offer her a life of riches just when her marriage and life seemed in shambles.
"I tried to heal your broken heart
With all that I could."
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