...Sorry for the Loss “Sorry for the Loss” is a short story, written by English writer Bridget Keehan in 2008. It is written in third person, from the main character’s point of view. The main character is Evie, who works at a prison as a Catholic chaplain. The story starts in media res, with the sentence “Evie has to tell Victor his Nan is dead.” We get no background info about Evie or the prison; we just go straight into the story. As the title indicates, there is a loss in this story. The loss is an inmate’s (named Victor) Nan, who is dead. Victor is a young and good looking boy, and when Evie goes to his cell to tell him about his Nan, she immediately feels sorry for him. Compared to Evie, who is very religious, and likes to say prayers, whenever she has some spear time, Victor isn’t that into religion. Sure, he is a Catholic, but he is also interested in learning about other religions as well. The atmosphere in the prison intimidates Evie, and she doesn’t like to be there because of all the loud noises. She is a bit scared of the inmates, because she doesn’t understand how they can do such a thing, which has led them into prison. She has her religious morals, but they don’t. When Victor gets the news about his Nan’s death, he doesn’t seem to care. Instead he is looking at the pigeons flying around outside his window. They are politely making small talk, until Evie leaves. She doesn’t understand why he didn’t showed any emotions, when she told him about his Nan...
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...One Art: Dealing with loss through self-expression We have all lost someone or little mundane things like keys and we get heartbroken or angry but we must learn to deal with it and let it go as Bishop states, “the art of losing isn't hard to master.” But its easier said than done as losing a key can be replaced but losing someone whom we love can be a nightmare, in Bishop terms a “disaster.” Losing tangible and intangible possession we carry is part of life, but furthermore it is important to realize that coping with such a loss is the part of our existence that is necessary. In “One Art,” Bishop is rationalizing and adopting to her actual losses. She uses poetry has a medium to self-express and reflect her own personal loss and her endurance to cope with it. As Kristy states, “ One Art builds from Bishop's personal experience with loss to become a monument to one of the most fundamental of human experiences, resulting in a poem that is universal in its applicability and masterful in its execution.” Bishop intentionally mentions her losses in the poem in a fictitious mode to comfort herself and ensure that she can defeat her feelings of grief, as Miller states, “the losses in the poem are real.” Miller She recites, “I lost my mother watch,” her mother's watch is the only possession that she owns and losing it signifies that she has lost what remained of her mother. She is able to cope with the loss as she restates, “the art of losing isn't hard to master.” She...
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...In life, many things are taken for granted on a customary basis. For example, we wake up in the morning and routinely expect to see and hear from certain people. Most people live daily life with the unsighted notion that every important individual in their lives at the moment, will exist there tomorrow. However, in actuality, such is not the case. I too fell victim to the routine familiarity of expectation, until the day reality taught me otherwise. Growing up, I always found sanctuary confiding in my father’s youngest brother, Alberto; I had a favorite uncle, as we all seem to have at one point in our lives. Since Uncle Alberto was the youngest, I looked at him as the coolest out of the myriad of older relatives. He often bought me ice cream sundaes and showered me with aimless jokes and “piggy-back” rides. Most of the time spent visiting my father on weekends, was actually spent wrestling with Uncle Alberto or playing video games until the break of daylight. I looked forward weekends, because that meant “Uncle Dean Time”. I expected to hang out with my Uncle Dean every Friday and Saturday. In fact, I knew for certain he would be waiting at my father’s home with some brand new clothes or any other prize vied for by a 10 year old. Little did I know that over the next couple of years, I would gain knowledge of one of the most important lessons of life: value those dearest to you, for you never know how long they will be in your company. When 12 years old came around, nothing...
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...Sorry for the Loss * by Bridget Keehan The novel “Sorry for the Loss” by Bridget Keehan is about a woman called Evie who is prison chaplain. In the text she is about to tell an inmate that a relative of his died. This is the first time she is going to do this. The text is about the expectations she has towards telling him the grim news and how people can surprise you. She had her expectations and maybe even prejudices going into that cell. By analyzing symbols and reactions in the novel, this essay will look deeper on the reaction of the inmate Victor. This essay will also look at Evie’s workplace and how she feels about her work. Last, it will look at some of the symbols in the text and how they are used to make us understand certain points in the text. Victor reacts differently than Evie expected because he understand his situation. Victor seems to care very little about his grandmother’s death. At least compared to what you would expect but there is one thing you need to understand. Victor is in for murder and has done 5 years. He will be doing a lot more years and there is no point in becoming soft now. He knows the rules in the prison. “Is there anything you’d like me to do? I can find out the time of the funeral if you like?” “I won’t be able to go though will I, Miss?” (p. 4 l. 140-141). He would like to go if he could but he knows that he cannot so he does not want to seem like he cares. Prison is tough and when you are behind bars for as long as a man with...
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...personal interpretation, discuss the distinctive features of the text that allow it to be valued by a contemporary audience. You will need to refer to other sections of your text to validate your discussion. Good morning teachers and classmates, the dramatic reading I will be doing today is of Gwen Harwood’s Poem, “Mother Who Gave Me Life” <Read “Mother Who Gave Me Life” (MWGML)> Throughout this poem I think Gwen Harwood explores a universal theme of loss as a distinctive feature throughout her poems, in particular loss of loved ones, which can be valued by contemporary audiences today due to it being an issue that is faced by everybody in their life at some point. When a loved one is no longer part of an individual’s life, one may experience grief and as a result realise the role and importance of that loved one. From my perspective, Harwood presents the concept of loss of loved ones through MWGML with the euphemism “You left the world so”, which highlights that her mother was not only a loss to her life but also a loss to the world, suggesting that she had great value and respect for her mother. There is a similar significance placed on her mother’s life that is stressed with the use of alliteration in “lived nearly thirty thousand days”. This presents the idea that she lived daily as a mother contributing to the lives of her children. Harwood also introduces a cloth motif in her poem, through the line “when she died she was folding a little towel” to highlight the importance...
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...The Loss of the Creature by Walker Percy Dear Trinity, Congratulations on being admitted to Peace College! I am glad that you have made your decision to come here, in the fall of 2006. Peace College has numerous great opportunities to offer its students. You also told me that you are enrolled in English Composition 101 with Professor Dave Worster. One of the pieces of literature you will encounter in this class will be "The Loss of the Creature", by Walker Percy. For your preparation to the class I can summarize and give you my explanation of "The Loss of the Creature". Throughout the essay Percy tries to get across how any person with expectations or "packages" will not be able to fully accept and learn from any experience. "The Loss of the Creature" starts off with the definition of beautiful, which is a key point throughout his essay. Next, he moves in to his example of a family of tourists, and their experience (through his eyes) at the Grand Canyon. He describes his theory of the sightseer, and the discoverer; "Does a single sightseer, receive the value of P, or only a millionth part of value P" (pg 1) Value P, being the experience, and the beauty in which that person collected. Following the sightseers was a couple who stumbled upon an undisturbed Mexican Village. The couple thoroughly enjoyed their first experience, but could not wait to return with their friend the ethnologist. When they did return with him, they were so caught up in what his reaction would be; there...
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...Background Rossi Inc. is a diversified manufacturer of industrial products. In 2008, Rossi updated its asbestos litigation liability, including the costs of settlement payments and defense costs relating to currently pending claims and future claims projected to be filed against the Company through 2017 for losses incurred to date. Before 2008, the Company’s previous estimate was for claims projected to be filed through 2011. As part of the 2008 update to the asbestos litigation liability, Rossi engaged Thompson and Associates, a consulting firm, to serve as an external specialist to estimate the claims liability for December 31, 2008. As a result of the 2008 update and the external specialist claims estimate, the Company significantly increased its recorded asbestos litigation liability by $586 million, arriving at a total liability estimate of $1,055 million as of December 31, 2008. During 2009, additional payments against the reserve reduced the recorded liability to $962 million. As of December 31, 2009, the Company performed an analysis of the asbestos litigation reserve and determined that the asbestos litigation liability should remain at $962 million. In 2009, Rossi Inc.’s average cost per claim litigation increased from $29,000 in 2008, to $34,000 due to management’s aggressive approach. This resulted in Thompson concluding that the litigation liability account should have a carrying value of $1,124 Million instead of $962 Million. Management of Rossi Inc. thinks that...
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...G. Evaluation A good positive message is explained clearly of what the objective is keeping a positive professional image, is free of typos or misspelled words, has a closing and provides contact information for feedback. A good negative message explains the negative news clearly and completely but conveys empathy. Projecting a professional image and being fair while maintain friendly relations as well. I demonstrated a good message by clearly and professionally providing the main idea first. The body of my message to Ms. Jones requested action, provided details while maintaining a friendly and respectful tone. As far as a good negative message, I clearly conveyed negative news regarding an increase in the budget but provided an upside as far as cutting the manufacturing time in half almost doubling our sales. I closed with appreciation for consideration of my proposal and provided a deadline of her response before March 15th. In my response to Mr. Clyde, I showed empathy for his dissatisfaction of the product by offering a 30 day free trial and refunding his credit card for him not being a satisfied customer. In a friendly but professional manner I also encouraged him to follow the enclosed diet along with taking the product to maximize his results and thanked him for his feedback on the product. H. Evaluation A good email catches the receiver’s attention, leaves the receiver with a clear understanding of the situation and leaves contact information. I demonstrated...
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...Weight Loss Hey friends!!!!! Confused how to reduce your weight????? No worries , here are solutions through which we can help you to reduce your weight. How to loss your weight in these era of science and technology ????? In today’s century due to the hectic schedule , people are too busy with their life . People just focuses on their career and future and hardly take a glimpse on their physical health . Present generation are very fond of eating the junk foods like Pizza, Burger, and all various types of fast foods. Due to these junk foods many people become heavy weighted. So , to remain healthy and fit , people should concentrate on weight loss and should take a serious actions towards that. Weight loss is a major problem...
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...days become increasingly popular with weight loss and uses suggestions to change a person's behaviour and eating habits in order to facilitate weight loss. Hypnosis specify that its purpose is not only lose weight but to also maintain that ideal weight. Through hypnotic suggestion, the person will learns how to eat healthy and may also become physically fit. Basically, the person becomes subconsciously motivated to eat better food and to become physically active. Abstract Ms. E is a 29 year old single woman who is looking to lose two and half stone. She came out of a failed relationship six months ago and feels she is now ready to find another partner. Her previous partner of six years was very controlling and she believes her ex partner wanted her to remain overweight. This has left her feeling frightened about entering into a new relationship. She has struggled with her weight since age of twelve/thirteen. Her parents pestered her about being overweight and eating too much. She has a history of dieting and weight gain post diet. However, she is still an outgoing woman and is planning to go on vacation with her girlfriends in three months time and hopes to have lost weight by then. Introduction In this essay I will explore, identify and explain the underlying issues which have caused the weight problem presented by Ms. E and create a hypnotherapy treatment plan for her that will support her goal of weight loss. I will also take into consideration any medical...
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...Like all apples, you tend to store fat in your mid-section and upper body, so you're probably carrying extra weight around your belly and chest. Anyone can be an apple, but this shape is more common among men, and studies actually show that people who store fat in the upper body are more prone to cardiac disease. This should provide you with even more incentive to lose weight! That's where I come in! I have exercises that will target your specific fat storage areas. My personalized program will help you alter your apple shape. But you got to get a grip — you can only win against genetics up to a certain point. Once you understand this, you can let go of unreachable goals and replace them with real ones. I'll create your personalized exercise program based on the days you prefer to work out, the goals you set for yourself, and the exercises you enjoy. After all, if you enjoy your workout, it's easier to stick to. I'll encourage you to: Have fun aerobic dancing! Depending on intensity, you could burn 500 calories an hour. Use the elliptical trainer. This machine is great because it’s easy on your joints and it allows you to focus on different muscles. Maximize your session by using the movable handles. Enjoy rowing. This is a great change of pace. You can tone your back, biceps, and quads, all while working your cardio system. Run indoors or out. All you need are good running shoes. And at 5 mph, you’ll burn over 400 calories an hour. Ready to start my diet...
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...How to Achieve Weight Loss Losing weight is a battle that most people have struggled with at some point in their lives. Weight loss is not only a physical process, but a mental process as well. Most people lack the motivation to start a diet and exercise plan and stick to it. That is the number one reason why people do not succeed when they try to lose weight. In order to successfully achieve weight loss people should begin by making a commitment to themselves, changing their diet, and become more physically active. The first step in achieving weight loss should begin with people making a commitment to themselves. This is a very important step when trying to lose weight. People should lose weight because they want too, not because they are trying to please or impress someone else. Being overweight does not only affect people’s health, but their self image as well. They must motivate themselves and set realistic goals that are obtainable. When they meet these goals they should reward themselves with that new shirt, new pair of shoes, or that new hairstyle they have been wanting. They should stay focused and understand that losing weight is not easy for anyone. There will be times that goals are not met and that should be an incentive for them to push themselves harder. The second step in achieving weight loss should involve people changing their diet. This is probably the most challenging step in the weight loss process. Counting calories has proven to be one of the most...
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...Comparison of Medifast® and Weight Watchers® Weight Loss Plans Tia Jones COM/170 April 25, 2014 Nathan Coley Are you struggling with weight loss? Did you know that 95% of weight loss plans fail long-term? While Medifast® and Weight Watchers are both effective weight loss plans, they differ in success rate, cost, and health risks. Do you believe that based on these reasons, one weight loss is preferable to another? Both of these plans are two of the most popular weight loss options available in today’s marketplace. How do you decide which is the best plan for you? Is their advertising true? As this journey begins, the curtain will be lifted to see what is really behind each of these weight loss options and then you can decide for yourself. Each of us deep down would like to loss a few pounds to fit into the new summer bathing suit. But what really is going on with each of the plans? Medifast® has been around since 1980, but has no documented results on how many people have lost weight and who has been keeping the weight off. A small study, funded and designed by Medifast® randomly assigned 90 obese adults either to the 5&1 plan or a calorie-restricted diet based on government guidelines (Davis, 2010). After 16 weeks, those in the Medifast® group had lost an average of 30 pounds compared with 14 pounds for the other group. But 24 weeks later, after dieters gradually upped their calories, the Medifast® dieters had regained more than 10 pounds, while the others had...
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...>3 Brilliant Weight Loss Tips: Accelerate Your Success Rate There are multiple academic studies that show the power of keeping a journal as an accelerated weight loss tip. However, did you know that there are three additional methods you can use to upsurge this advice? They include adding your body measurements, getting a comprehensive blood test, and boosting your nutrition levels. Body Measurements If you have noticed that your bathroom scale has not moved backward, then do not agonize over this number alone. In fact, you should include some body measurements to better understand your current health status. You should keep track of your measurements at the same time of day, and at least once per week. For example, the bathroom scale may...
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...The Body Fat Loss Experiment Does taking a thermogenic fat loss supplement cause an extra decrease in body fat or is it just the extra exercise and dieting from the individual's commitment itself that causes a greater body fat reduction? Thus, making people believe the excellent results couldn't of resulted on their own without the extra help from the thermogenic? I personally believe that the thermogenic supplement can cause an extra loss in body fat if taken properly. In this small experiment, I (Sean) and Ricky were the experimental group taking a thermogenic supplement from USP labs called OxyElite Pro for 4 weeks. Well my friends Luca and Adrian were the control group who had not taken anything for 4 weeks knowingly. Luca and Adrian had both decided that they did not need the supplement in order lose the same amount of body fat as Sean and Ricky. Since Luca and Adrian were exposed to the same experimental environment, it was only appropriate to consider them as the control group. All four subjects were on the same exact diet which consisted of oatmeal in the morning, a tuna sandwich and green leaf salad for lunch, and steak with broccoli at night. As for their workouts, they were performed together consisting of the same exact routines. Every workout would begin with running for 10min then cycling for 10min and abdominal workouts at the end of every workout for 10min. Biceps and triceps on Monday, back and chest on Tuesday, calves and thighs on Wednesday, Lats/traps/shoulders...
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