This is one of my favorite songs from a famous R&B singer, Usher, named "Separated". This following video bellow is made by someone, and i just pick it off from YouTube to my blog. The reason why I put this song, not only because it consists a lot of conditional sentences but also because it is a beautiful love song. Though I consider this blog as "Junior High School" blog, I hope they won't judge this post as "a love song for adults", but try to consider what the song consists of (the conditional sentences)
Slang is casual spoken language which differs from dialectical speech and jargon as well as formal speech. Some linguists think of slang as the sprinkles of color in a language, since slang is often unique, unusual, and sometimes startling. As a general rule, slang is not used in formal spoken language, or in writing, unless the speaker is attempting to achieve a deliberate effect. Some slang terms, however, make the jump from slang to accepted common usage, as was the case with “OK.” Often, slang begins as group-specific argot, which is related to jargon. Unlike jargon, however, argot is not a collection of technical terms which are used within a group with limited outside understanding. Instead, argot is used to differentiate members of a group from others, and to foster a sense of collective belonging in the group. In addition, it can provide a way to talk about questionable or illegal activity without being obvious. When argot begins to spread from small subgroups to the rest of a group of language speakers, it becomes slang.
Typically, slang is humorous, ribald, or shocking. It is designed to make speech more casual and playful, and it may not always be suitable for polite company. Many slang terms are related to human sexuality, for example, and slang can get rather graphic. Slang is also usually short-lived, rarely existing even long enough to make it into the dictionary. There are, of course, exceptions to this rule; English speakers have been saying “beat it” for centuries, for example.
Generally, slang diffuses through a group of people, and it may spread out across an entire region or class. People who are not in that group may pick up the slang as well, causing the usage to spread, or the slang may remain isolated to a smaller subgroup. College students, for example, often develop complex slang terms, with slang from different regions diffusing on a college campus. As these students leave, they carry these terms to other young people in various parts of the world, often making the speech of the younger generation incomprehensible to those outside of it.
Learning how to use slang properly can be very difficult. Many new language learners struggle with slang and idioms because the terms are often nonsensical and difficult to comprehend. If someone can master this casual spoken language, however, they can fit in much more effectively with native speakers.
taken from: http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-slang.htm
The video below is an example vide with explanation and example of slang.. (courtesy of YouTube)
The list of interjections increase and change with different generations. One of the latest interjections is the famous "Doh!" by the cartoon character Homer Simpson!
Teen depression cannot always be prevented, but some things can help reduce the chances of an episode of depression in a teen who is at risk. Keep reading for information on teen depression prevention, and what you can do to help prevent teenage depression.
Some of the causes of depression in teenagers seem to be genetic, and those cannot be changed, but other triggers of teen depression can be avoided. Some of the risk factors for teen depression include:
* A family or personal history of depression * A long-term illness or disability, whether physical or mental * Experiencing a trauma or loss, including abuse, divorce of parents, death of a loved one, or a break-up * Difficulties at home, at school, or with friends
If you are a teen who has suffered from depression, or who has other risk factors for teen depression, there are some things you can do to help prevent an episode of depression:
Nutritious foods keep us healthy and prevent diseases. A well-balanced diet that includes these foods is critical to overall well being. Traditional medicine may be a temporary solution whereas a well-balanced healthy diet is more permanent. For example, diabetics can benefit greatly with a healthy well-balanced diet to resolve the source of the problem instead of temporary medical relief. In fact, many doctors propose a well-balanced meal in addition to their recommendations to ensure a holistic approach to recovery. Let's look at a list of these super foods and see how they affect us.
Salmon The omega-3 fatty acids in salmon provide heart benefits. Salmon is also low in saturated fat and cholesterol and is a good source of protein. Omega-3 also helps prevent blood clots which cause many strokes. People who eat salmon have better vision and better memory.
Blueberries Blueberries help lower cholesterol and thus reduce stroke and heart disease. They also reduce the risk of urinary tract infection, and improve eye vision.
Beans Beans regulate blood, sugar, help prevent heart disease and cancer and ward off hunger.
Oysters These sea creatures are low fat and low cholesterol and high protein which helps regulate stress levels. Oysters contain high levels of calcium, iron, and vitamin A, which are essential for healthy bones, blood, and eyesight, respectively. Did we mention oysters are an aphrodisiac?
Nuts Nuts reduce heart disease and lower cholesterol. Cashew nuts promote bone growth and strong teeth. Brazil nuts prevent breast cancer and walnuts have high levels of omega-3 acids that reduce body swelling and growth of plaque in arteries. Nuts are also brain foods and can make you smarter.
I like this video because it shows how should a mom explain something to their children due to my daily experience which I often seen a mother answering their children carelessly. Then, I think the topic they're talking about is quiet interesting: An Asperger's syndrome.
When I was in junior high school one of my friends who declared himself as "anti-English" asked me, "why do we need to learn English? It's not like we're going to western countries or else." Moreover he told me that he hate English because he found it very difficult. I told him that time why we need to learn English because English is universal language. Then, as a student we need it for our future- that's the long term goal- or at least to pass our national assessment. I suggested him to try to enjoy English as much as he can, because as we know we would find it hard to absorb the lesson if we do not like it.
Well,that's one of my experiences in learning English. Is there anyone who feels like my friend? I hope no one ever felt the same way with my friend, because english is like a passport that can lead us to where we want to go.
1) Be a friend in good as well as bad times There is nothing great that being an empathetic friend .When a friend needs you be there. Be with them in celebrations. Be with them in times of need. As a famous saying goes: A friend in need is a friend in deed. Friends need to be heard 2) Difference in Opinion It is not necessary for friends to have same personality and same thought process. In fact they can never develop in their intellect if they share the same mindset. It is the difference of opinion which makes some of the friends similar. 3) Can argument and disagreement spoil the friendship? A good friend can never be lost on the basis of some disagreements. However, saying that it also implies that arguing every time can bring some sort of distance between the friends. One should respect the thoughts of the friend. 4) Forgiveness - This guarantees long time friendship Forgiveness keeps friendship alive. It is very difficult to forgive someone for some misdeeds. However every human does some wrong at some time of his life and needs to be forgiven, for all the prayers also say that can strangers be also friends? "I do not believe that strangers can be friends" says Adora (a call center executive). Well there have been incidences when unknown people help you and later become very good friends. Some of the cases can be seen at the time of Calamities when someone helps an unknown. Is it not a type of friendship to human kind? Friends are like a mirror. They know exactly what we think and what we want. They may be blunt at certain times, but they are true to you.
