On Sunday August 22nd, the Delta Church of Religious Science had its first annual picnic. It was a gorgeous day at Contra Loma Reservoir in Antioch. The breeze gently ruffled the leaves as the branches of the shade trees swayed over the picnic tables. Although the mercury soared to 95 degrees, the heat was not oppressive. The Delta Church, having only formed last October, is relatively small with only seventeen members. Considering that, the turnout of thirty people for the picnic was outstanding. The picnic lasted four hours as conversations lingered, food was devoured and games were played. Throughout the day the sound of laughter echoed in the breeze as families and friends spent quality time together.
Contra Loma Park has an excellent set-up for groups. Instead of a traditional tableside small grill, the group picnic area has an extra-large BBQ centrally located among several tables. Everyone prepared his or her meal simultaneously on the grill. Church members were notified at Sunday services to "bring your own meat to BBQ". Thanks to Bill Cecil and his advance preparation, the BBQ coals were ashen and hot when everyone arrived. The food as it cooked on the grill filled the air with a variety of pleasing smells. There were hot dogs, hamburgers, sausages, chicken and mouth watering ribs.
In addition to the main course, everyone brought at least one potluck dish. The table was filled with appetizers, side dishes and desserts. Betsy and Reggie brought a homemade cheese ball that was half gone before some Church members could even make it over to that side of the table. Sunday school teacher Lonnie contributed her favorite recipe, a seven-layer Mexican dip served with homemade tortilla chips. And that was just the appetizers! Mary Anne's deviled eggs saw many a second helping, as did Faye's potato salad. There was a terrific tasting green vegetable salad that included tomatoes fresh from Reverend Kay's home garden. Patti's crock-pot full of BBQ beans hit the spot with its thick molasses sauce.
But the desserts really took center stage; Carol and Tim brought their ice cream making machine. The goal was to make ice cream; the fun was the team effort it took to produce the ice cream. Homemade ice cream requires a lot of hand cranking. Several of the attendees took their turn at the crank. A few of them boasted that the sore arm muscles they had entitled them to first servings. No one disagreed as the first helpings of melt-in-your-mouth vanilla ice cream were scooped out of the machine. Chocolate frosted cake, brownies and Rev. Kay's homemade fruit torte complemented the ice cream.
As the digestive juices started to flow, and a relaxing feeling was in the air, a call came from one of the teen church members, "Let the games begin!" First on the agenda was an egg toss. Reverend Kay was having so much fun throwing the egg she became over zealous. The egg flew right over Mike's head. SPLAT! The twelve-year-old identical girl twins were in the finals against the senior couple. Age and experience prevailed. Dave and Faye were the winners of the egg toss competition.
As everyone was cleaning gooey, drippy egg off various limbs and body parts, Bill decided to start the next game by himself. The game was supposed to be a water balloon toss fashioned after the egg toss. Bill had another idea. He thought his wife, Lonnie, needed some cooling off. Unfortunately for Bill, just as he heaved the water balloon towards Lonnie, she moved. Bill's balloon hit Mike in the center of his stomach with a big splash. One thing led to another and a water balloon fight ensued. Everyone got into the act, from Reverend Kay's elderly mother to Carol's one-year-old daughter, Cassidy. The roars of laughter coming from the Church group were truly contagious. The pure enjoyment experienced by all during that water balloon fight prompted another group nearby to applaud when it ended.
As the day was drawing to a close, several picnickers were engaged in exhilarating conversation, while others relaxed peacefully under the shade trees. The youngsters, accompanied by their parents, had headed over to the beach area. The older children swam and played water games in the reservoir. The younger ones built sandcastles by the shore. The wind had picked up slightly, providing welcome relief as the afternoon temperature was steadily rising. The time had come for the first annual picnic of the Delta Church of Religious Science to come to an end. It had been an astounding success. The food was delicious and the games had been thoroughly enjoyed. Everyone went home praising the organizers of the event for a job well done. The participants also deserve credit. Together they made the Church's first picnic a huge success.
25 Mart 2010 Perşembe
My Room, My Haven (description essay sample)
Over the years I have bought and collected all sorts of silly items to decorate my room. There are posters as tall as you stand, several black lights, and a bumping stereo that all give my room its unique style. Although my room is very small, it easily holds all the stuff I need to relax and feel right at home.
At night, a total of twelve feet of black light tubing engulfs my room with light. This light includes a tinge of orange which is emitted by one of the black lights. This light is a four foot, double tube fixture which I painted fluorescent orange. The light from the two tubes hits the orange coloring, giving a slight orange tone to everything in the room. The other black light has an all black fixture and measures four feet. Because this particular fixture is black, it emits no light other than the black light that the tube produces. There are several items in my room which are black light sensitive. From posters to shotgun skeet clay pigeons, my room has many highlights of glowing items. The black lights add a lot of character to the room in that whoever enters the room, suddenly changes color. Clothes go from white to light purple, and the color of clothes sometimes changes completely.
Other lighting effects are also used to help give the room a fun and party like environment. A small light covered in red plastic wrap is placed in a corner of the room. This light is bright enough only to light just that corner, hence it does not impede on the already acquired orange tinge. A light blue lava lamp which is constantly on day and night, is placed near my bed. It is the only light that remains on while I sleep. Because it serves as the nightlight, I can wake up to a soft blue glow rather than having to turn on a much harsher normal white bulb lamp.
A small variety of posters that represent my interests fill every wall. The majority of the posters consist of scantily clad sexy women. These pictures were collected over time from magazines, and some were given to me by friends. One can tell what type of music I listen to by looking at the posters on my walls. Such artists as Kirt Cobain from Nirvana, the whole crew from Metallica, and an almost life size picture of Billy Joe from Green Day, all give the room a nice touch of style. You can see a few pictures of cars on the walls. Although my favorite car is not shown, several cars that I find appealing are displayed.
I must mention my stereo. This AIWA three disk CD player is capable of producing 500watts of sound. This powerhouse is channeled to four separate speakers, all providing perfect surround sound. The two main speakers each consist of an eight inch speaker, and two other internal tweeters. The other two speakers are four inches in diameter, and provide a nice midrange of sound. The system sounds great at volume. Yet I rarely use it to anywhere near its potential.
My room is my haven. Everything I could need and want to have fun in everyday life is in it. Many have complimented me for my lighting effects, and for my choice of posters. I await the day when I move into my new house. There, my room will be more than twice as large as it is now. Who knows what I'll do then...
At night, a total of twelve feet of black light tubing engulfs my room with light. This light includes a tinge of orange which is emitted by one of the black lights. This light is a four foot, double tube fixture which I painted fluorescent orange. The light from the two tubes hits the orange coloring, giving a slight orange tone to everything in the room. The other black light has an all black fixture and measures four feet. Because this particular fixture is black, it emits no light other than the black light that the tube produces. There are several items in my room which are black light sensitive. From posters to shotgun skeet clay pigeons, my room has many highlights of glowing items. The black lights add a lot of character to the room in that whoever enters the room, suddenly changes color. Clothes go from white to light purple, and the color of clothes sometimes changes completely.
Other lighting effects are also used to help give the room a fun and party like environment. A small light covered in red plastic wrap is placed in a corner of the room. This light is bright enough only to light just that corner, hence it does not impede on the already acquired orange tinge. A light blue lava lamp which is constantly on day and night, is placed near my bed. It is the only light that remains on while I sleep. Because it serves as the nightlight, I can wake up to a soft blue glow rather than having to turn on a much harsher normal white bulb lamp.
A small variety of posters that represent my interests fill every wall. The majority of the posters consist of scantily clad sexy women. These pictures were collected over time from magazines, and some were given to me by friends. One can tell what type of music I listen to by looking at the posters on my walls. Such artists as Kirt Cobain from Nirvana, the whole crew from Metallica, and an almost life size picture of Billy Joe from Green Day, all give the room a nice touch of style. You can see a few pictures of cars on the walls. Although my favorite car is not shown, several cars that I find appealing are displayed.
I must mention my stereo. This AIWA three disk CD player is capable of producing 500watts of sound. This powerhouse is channeled to four separate speakers, all providing perfect surround sound. The two main speakers each consist of an eight inch speaker, and two other internal tweeters. The other two speakers are four inches in diameter, and provide a nice midrange of sound. The system sounds great at volume. Yet I rarely use it to anywhere near its potential.
My room is my haven. Everything I could need and want to have fun in everyday life is in it. Many have complimented me for my lighting effects, and for my choice of posters. I await the day when I move into my new house. There, my room will be more than twice as large as it is now. Who knows what I'll do then...
12 Mart 2010 Cuma
REASONS OF DIVORCING (cause and effect)
All over the world especially in our country divorce rate is fairly high.It is a really big problem in our lives.He/she loves someone and marries but then something goes wrong unexpectedly so they divorce.It is a really tragic end ,isn’t it?Have you ever thought why they divorce in spite of their big love and perfect lives?In fact,there are a lot of important reasons which lead to divorce.
One of these reasons that before marring,couples think everything is perfect.They love and respect each other so much,problems aren’t important for them,they fly on the cloud etc…However,after marring,these emotions change swiftly.In spite of their love,they don’t respect each other because they don’t strrugle to get accustomed to marriage.In addition,even small problems can be brought up so couples start to get bored and then couples especially men deceive their partner unfortunately.Finally,they divorce.
Another reason leading to divorce that couples get marry without thinking carefully.Nowadays,so many young couples whose ages between 18 and 22 do that.In my opinion,their age aren’t enough to carry out and continue a marriage because they can’t carry responsibility of the marriage.As a result the same situation repeats.
In conclusion,marriage is not a simple desicion.On the other hand,it is turning-point in our lives.Therefore,before deciding,we should think carefully whether we are ready or not.
One of these reasons that before marring,couples think everything is perfect.They love and respect each other so much,problems aren’t important for them,they fly on the cloud etc…However,after marring,these emotions change swiftly.In spite of their love,they don’t respect each other because they don’t strrugle to get accustomed to marriage.In addition,even small problems can be brought up so couples start to get bored and then couples especially men deceive their partner unfortunately.Finally,they divorce.
Another reason leading to divorce that couples get marry without thinking carefully.Nowadays,so many young couples whose ages between 18 and 22 do that.In my opinion,their age aren’t enough to carry out and continue a marriage because they can’t carry responsibility of the marriage.As a result the same situation repeats.
In conclusion,marriage is not a simple desicion.On the other hand,it is turning-point in our lives.Therefore,before deciding,we should think carefully whether we are ready or not.
10 Mart 2010 Çarşamba
TWO IMPORTANT CITIES IN MY LIFE (compare and contrast)
Coming from Mersin where is my hometown to Denizli was exciting and interesting for me.I like Mersin because of its vivid atmosphere.In addition,I like Denizli because of its silence and peaceful atmosphere.At first,I thought that these cities are completely different from each other but then I understood besides their differences,they have some things in common.
The first point,both of them have a big shopping center which are called Forum.They are so convenient for me in order to spend my free times.The second point,both of them are well-developed.Mersin is a developed city thanks to private companies and tourism income.Similarly,Denizli is a developed city thanks to its industry.The third point,both of them have places which relax me.In Mersin at the weekends,I went to sea side so its apperance and smell were a pozitive effect on me.In Denizli,I go to Incilipınar in order to walk around and escape from my distress.The last point,when you walk arond the streets of these cities in summer months,you can see so many tourists from other countries.
Despite their similarities,these cities are different from each other in some ways.Firstly,Mersin is much bigger and crowded than Denizli.In addition,Mersin is a vivid city and life is much faster.You can see people walking on the streets even late at night.On the other hand,this situation isn’t same in Denizli.The city sleeps approximately at ten o’clock.Another difference that Mersin is more modern because there are a lot of people who came from different places and customs.
As a result,it is interesting to notice how different cities can be similar and different at the same time.Mersin is more vivid and it gives me enerjy.In contrast,Denizli is slower and more peaceful so it gives me chance to relaxing.I love both of these cities due to their imporance in my life.
The first point,both of them have a big shopping center which are called Forum.They are so convenient for me in order to spend my free times.The second point,both of them are well-developed.Mersin is a developed city thanks to private companies and tourism income.Similarly,Denizli is a developed city thanks to its industry.The third point,both of them have places which relax me.In Mersin at the weekends,I went to sea side so its apperance and smell were a pozitive effect on me.In Denizli,I go to Incilipınar in order to walk around and escape from my distress.The last point,when you walk arond the streets of these cities in summer months,you can see so many tourists from other countries.
Despite their similarities,these cities are different from each other in some ways.Firstly,Mersin is much bigger and crowded than Denizli.In addition,Mersin is a vivid city and life is much faster.You can see people walking on the streets even late at night.On the other hand,this situation isn’t same in Denizli.The city sleeps approximately at ten o’clock.Another difference that Mersin is more modern because there are a lot of people who came from different places and customs.
As a result,it is interesting to notice how different cities can be similar and different at the same time.Mersin is more vivid and it gives me enerjy.In contrast,Denizli is slower and more peaceful so it gives me chance to relaxing.I love both of these cities due to their imporance in my life.
MARRYING A FOREIGN (opinion)
Marring someone from another culture is controversial issue in our country.Some people think that it is completely wrong due to our religion and custom.On the other hand,others think it is right and can be benefical.I think in spite of differences,marring someone who is different from us isn’t matter at all and can be benefical.
In my opinion,if you really love someone,differences aren’t problem.The most important thing is love.In addition,marrying someone from another culture can provide for us benefical results.At the first point,you can learn new languages and cultures.It is really important in our world in order to expend our mind and ideas.At the second point,you can introduce Turkish culure to other people so it provides to be informed between cultures.At the third point,you can visit different countries.Maybe you can settle down in these places.In the foreign countries, life standarts and job opportunities are better so you can profit by them.Despite all of these advantages,some people think that marring from another culture isn’t right because they think differences are big problem for marring.However,they should know the fundamental things of marring are love and respect.If you love someone and respect his/her religion,custom and ideas,there is no reason in order to worry.
Before deciding to marry,we should think carefully because of its importance in our lives.If you believe that you really love him/her ,don’t think differences.Day by day you can get accustomed to him/her by loving and respecting each other.
In my opinion,if you really love someone,differences aren’t problem.The most important thing is love.In addition,marrying someone from another culture can provide for us benefical results.At the first point,you can learn new languages and cultures.It is really important in our world in order to expend our mind and ideas.At the second point,you can introduce Turkish culure to other people so it provides to be informed between cultures.At the third point,you can visit different countries.Maybe you can settle down in these places.In the foreign countries, life standarts and job opportunities are better so you can profit by them.Despite all of these advantages,some people think that marring from another culture isn’t right because they think differences are big problem for marring.However,they should know the fundamental things of marring are love and respect.If you love someone and respect his/her religion,custom and ideas,there is no reason in order to worry.
Before deciding to marry,we should think carefully because of its importance in our lives.If you believe that you really love him/her ,don’t think differences.Day by day you can get accustomed to him/her by loving and respecting each other.
MY BEAUTIFUL FRIEND (descriptive)
Nazan is a girl who I met five years ago in high school.She is a real friend to me.She is so beautiful with her nice long blond-hair which look like golden and effective brown eyes.She isn’t tall at all but a bit taller than I am.Her face features are so smooth that as if they were made by a sculptor.She always has a nice smile on her beautiful face.
When we were in high school,everything was so funny for us.After school,we went to nice places to eat or drink something .Both of us liked eating so in our free times,we invited each other to our house in order to cook delicious meals.In those times,we not only ate perfect meals which we made together,but also enjoyed so much.No matter what I told,she always listened me carefully and patiently and then gave me so many important advices to solve my special problems.
Our real frienship was getting better at the last year in high school.While we were preparing University Entrance Exam,we helped and encouraged each other continually in order to succeed in winning.
Now,we are in university.When I look back on,I miss my beautiful friend so much and I miss our perfect,delicious meal parties.I hope our friendship will last forever.In my opinion,it will…
When we were in high school,everything was so funny for us.After school,we went to nice places to eat or drink something .Both of us liked eating so in our free times,we invited each other to our house in order to cook delicious meals.In those times,we not only ate perfect meals which we made together,but also enjoyed so much.No matter what I told,she always listened me carefully and patiently and then gave me so many important advices to solve my special problems.
Our real frienship was getting better at the last year in high school.While we were preparing University Entrance Exam,we helped and encouraged each other continually in order to succeed in winning.
Now,we are in university.When I look back on,I miss my beautiful friend so much and I miss our perfect,delicious meal parties.I hope our friendship will last forever.In my opinion,it will…
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