#12 inspiring Youtube video

A youtube video that inspired me was a video of Terry Fox run acrossed Canada. It really inspired me because even though he had cancer he still wanted to make a difference in other peoples lives by making them aware of cancer. he did this by running acrossed Canada. AS well throughout his journey he had some hard times but he never gave up on his goal. This really showed me that no matter how hard life may get you should never give up on your hopes and dreams.

# 11 Me to We Pg46

I was shocked that only 10% of the people stopped to help the man in need. I couldn't believe that they stepped over him thats just rude especially when they were going to give a lecture on the biblical parable of the good samaritan. It's not right that they were going to talk about it when they don't show what they are talking about is true. For that 10% that actually stopped and helped they should be the ones talking about it not the 90%. It just shows that some people when they have something on their minds they ignore the whole world around them and just think about themselves.

# 10 So this happiness thing

A) To me happiness is having friends and family by your side you don't need money, cars, electronics and toys to have happiness. Although they do bring people happiness that is not the true meaning behind happiness. A way to recongize it would be someone happy and smiling.

B) If i was given $500 right now i would probably spend it on some clothes, gifts for people and pay my phone bill.

C)If i was given $5000 right now i would probably spend a little but i would put the rest of it in my bank account and save it for school because that is going to cost alot.

D)If i was given $50000 right now i would put it away for school although i would spend alittle and maybe buy a cheap car but most of it would go to school or some to a charity.

# 9 the world value's survey

In a way the results of that survey suprised me but overall not truely. this is because even if they aren't the wealthest places in the world they are happy with what they got. They don't need electronics, sports, pools etc to make them happy as long as they have each other they are happy. i think that is a great way to live because it seems that we have become greedy with all the things that are handed to us and not looking at the other side. There are people who don't have what we have and we still complain. We really should be greatful for what we have and give others things they need share we should become one and all be happy together.

#8 Keith's story

After reading about Keith's story it amazed me of what he did. Even though he was not wealthy he still found a way to help others. Keith created a foundation that helped people in need. Although he had big dreams of his own he still considered to make a difference in other peoples lives. It really is inspiring how he realised that people giving him a couple dollars every now and then to help him out was a great thing and he thought he could do the same. As well he knew at the start he couldn't reach his big dream but he had the courage to never give up hope on the dreams you want. He really showed that even when you are broke or have nothing don't give up keep pushing yourself and help others. Keith really allowed me to think that no matter how far off or hard my dreams and hopes maybe never give up. As well even if its just a couple dollars here and there they can help someone in need.

#7 IDCI is....

To me IDCI is a great place to get involved in clubs, sports and open the door to so many oppertunites. It maybe in a small town and in a bad location however, its a great place to get an education. The classes, textbooks, computers etc might not be the greatest but we make do with what we have and have fun. Its great how we help others like Me to We and haiti. Overall its up to you whether you put forth the effort to get good grades and push yourself to do better. if you want to skip class and not study its your choice and your future teachers can only do so much for you. High school isn't as bad as people say, its were you experiece new things, meet new people, find yourself and make so many MEMORIES that will be with you forever. Enjoy high school well you can and make IDCI as great as you want it. Put in what you want to achieve yours goals but be smart doing it and have a little fun too:)

#6 Marc's Story

Marc's story as well is really inspirational, for him to give up all those job offers to help others who needed it the most is amazing. It's great to see that some people really do care about others and try to find a way to help. Knowing that he went to harvard he clearly was really smart and probably could of got any job he wanted but instead to go and help his brother with free the children and Me to We he really has a huge heart. It must of took alot of courage and strength to do this and i wish we all could be more like him and take a stand and do what we can to help each other!

#5 kim's story

After reading about kim's story and seeing that picture of her running down the road naked with her skin burnt, really is an emotional thing. Seeing what people did at the Vietnam war, is scary because they were hurting so many people and little children at that. Her story is very inspirational and she is definitly a great role model to look up to. It makes you want to think are we doing good when we are in other country we really need to stop and think because during that war its horrible to see that it was burning people clothes off their backs. however, its a miricle that kim survive that and its get to be able to listen to her story:)

#3 Craig's story

Craig Kielburger; One day while eating breakfast and reading the newspaper he came across an article about a boy who was assassinated for standing up for child labour, Craig didn't like this and he wanted to put an end to child labour. After reading about his story it really got me thinking how amazing his story is and how if it wasn't for him and Me to We people like us would not know about these kinds of things and organizations. He is a very motivating person who gets people to want to make a difference in the world and think of others too.

#4. thinking we...crazy clip..could you do it?

After watching the clip about the 14-year old girl who did the "power of half" i was shocked to see such a young girl doing an amazing thing. It was great to see how caring she was for others and putting her house up for sale and down sizing was unbelieveable. To be honest i don't think i would sell my house to help someone however, i would do something to help in the best possible way. I'm not saying i wouldn't help others i just would do it in a different way because i don't think my family would agree with me selling our house.

#2. Everything's amazing...nobody's happy

After watching that youtube clip, it really showed how people today take advantage of technology and not really look at the positive part of it. No matter how hard people try to make others lives better buy stepping up technology in life we seem to get greedy. For example back in the day when they didn't have all the things we have today they were thankful for what they had and used it to their very best. Now a days we complain if something breaks or our power goes out we can't watch tv or our plane gets delayed. its crazy of selfish we are. we can't just except what we have. we have to always be pushing the next big thing and spend our money on the hottest thing because you want it. instead of buying what you really need and not on what you want. The youtube video really made me stop and think about how people are today and i'm glad our school is taking on me to we because it is helping us as students in thinking of others and not just ourselves and sharing what we have.

#1 the great maple leaf handprint flag thing

During the making of the handprint flag our group worked well together. We all shared our ideas by listening to one another and when a good idea was said we used it. we worked hard and at a good pase to complete the task on time. We really didn't have leaders and followers it was more everyone was a leader by sharing ideas and working together to draw each others hands, cut them out and glue them on. During the process we complimented each other when someone came up with a good idea. As well although our flag looked pretty good with the materials given i feel if we had a little more materials and a bit more time we could of made an amazing and more creative flag. Like instead of just tracing regular hands we could of shaped our hands into symbols. Overall we were successful when working together on our creative handprint flag.