Argument

Book or Movie? People always debate whether they think the movie is better or whether the book was. The book provides a cinematic experience of the book. This is why I enjoy movies more than books. Although, books can be good most if not all movies are entertaining. Plus I can watch a movie in like 2 hours and get out the same thing that I would if I would have spent a couple days reading the book. Now I am not saying that I hate books or never read them because I do read books. I like to read books that I choose not that are assigned to me to read like in school. Having read all the Harry Potter books I find the movie to be just as enjoyable as the books, although quite shorter. I can see the argument on those that say that movies leave out some important parts from the book or change things. If you have never read the book you couldn't tell the difference but if you have read it it can be a major role in how you judge the movie. For example, many things were left out of those Harry Potter books. While some people criticized the director for cutting certain parts others felt the additional scenes and the lack of scenes make the movies more entertaining.  The debate of whether the movie or book is better is one that probably will never be settles and will go on for a long time. In my opinion, I like the movies because I can actual see whats going on and it is entertaining to me but I also enjoy books. I guess if I can spend 2 hours doing something I could do in days it just makes sense to me to chose the 2 hour idea.

World Cup

After a long month, one filled with surprises, the 2014 FIFA World Cup is officially over. For United States fan our dreams lasted a lot longer than most thought but it still wasn't quite the finish that we wanted. After miraculously advancing out of the "Group of Death" the US found themselves squaring off against Belgium in the round of 16, who by some was considered a favorite to advance quite far. Soccer popularity exploded in the United States during the world cup and many hope it stays that way. Soccer being the 3rd or 4th most popular sport in the US could use any extra boast to rise in popularity. The real surprise, I thought, came in the semifinal game between Germany and Brazil. Brazil, who has won the world cup 5 times and was the favorite to win again, suffered a crushing 7-1 loss against the Germans. The 6 goal margin of defeat was the largest margin ever by the home team in the World Cup. Many were curious to see how the fans of Brazil would accept defeat. Riots in the streets and many crying fans showed just how much this meant to them. With Germany advancing to the finals they played Argentina for it all. Many considered this to be Messi's opportunity to solidify his rank as one of the best soccer players ever. The Germans were too much for the Argentinians who lost on a goal in the 113 minute of extra time. What an exciting game for the viewers at home. It was a fun month, filled with excited, heartbreak, or many more emotions. All I can say now is see you in 4 years.

Highlights of High School

High school is considered by some to be the best four years of your life. If this is true the events that took place must have been pretty extraordinary in order to be considered the best. Although I'm not sure if i would consider it the best four years. Still I'm gonna list the highlights of my high school experience...

-Playing both basketball and football for most of the years.

-Beating our cross town rivals every year in football 

-Being a member of cabinet, which is like student leaders of the school.

-Receiving all A's in my classes

-Leading the football team in receiving yards against Hillcrest and nearly scoring my first touchdown.

-Going to haunted houses and corn maizes during halloween time. 

-Prom, and the weeks and events leading up to it. 

-My best friend hitting a girl in the school parking lot. 

-Playing in recreational  basketball leagues with all my friends. 

-Having 4 killer halloween costumes. 

-Going to early morning church every day of school all 4 years. 

Listing off the things in this list made me realize that most of the memories I made were not made at school but made outside with my friends and on the field. So maybe high school was not the best 4 years of my life but I made tons of memories I will never forget. Plus, with like 60 years ahead of me, hopefully, the best is yet to come. High School is just lights in the rear-view mirror. Time is something that can get away from us so we need to treasure the time we are going and not take advantage of it. 

Bucket List

Everyone has a bucket list. Secret or written down people all has desires that they want to do before a certain time. Whether it be visit all 7 continents or go skydiving we all want to step out of our comfort zone and do something. As I prepare to live for 2 years for my mission trip I gave some deep thought as to what I wanted to do in the last month before I left. #1 was spend time with friends and most importantly family. #2 have a nice and enjoyable weekend at the lake (which I am currently doing right now). #3 was go on a canoe trip with my family and some friends. #4 was to go off-roading in some ATVs. I always thought that would be super fun to do. #5 was eat my favorite meals at home and restaurants. #6 watch a couple movies so I'm not so far behind when I get back. #7 was to finish out my classes with strong performances and maintain an A. #8 was live to were I don't regret what I did the last month. #9 play in a recreational basketball with my friends. #10 and lastly was to develop my relationships with those around me so after 2 years we can still be friends and be close. I know this 10 things aren't anything big but right now I'm trying to get all of these things done so when the time comes I will be ready to go. I think bucket list at almost a way to make sure you accomplish everything you want to. You always here people talk about bucket list for older people when they are close to the end but in reality bucket lists are for every one and every situation.

Time Travel

Imagine getting one chance. Someone walks up to you and tells you that they have a time machine that you can use but you can only use it once. Immediately ideas would race through your mind. Would you go see the Declaration of Independence signed, or maybe prevent something from happening that altered the course of your life. Many things come to my mind when I think of this. Things like going and watching the first Super Bowl or watching a pitcher throw a perfect game or what about the "kick 6" that happened just last year. All those are great but there is something I want ever more than to see those thing. I would go back in time and have my parents hold me back a grade. Technically I am the same age as most incoming seniors in high school but the rules were different were I grew up so I started early. This way I would have another year of high school sports. They were so much fun that I would do almost anything to get a repeat at them. Also, at that same time I would have some of my friends parents hold them back so we could all still be together. I do have friends that are a year younger so that would give me another year with them before I left. It sounds dumb and most people probably think it is crazy but my senior year in high school was one of the most memorable years I have had. I met one of my best friends and the sports teams were awesome. So, although, I am ready for college it is nice to look back on high school.

Future

Each and everyday I am faced with the task of deciding what I will write about on this blog. Sometimes I sit and instantly an idea pops into my head while other times I have to collaborate with my family to find something that I can write about. Although it seems like there is endless possibilities my mind can sometimes go blank when trying to figure out what to write about. Today, after a few minutes of thinking, I have decided to write about what my future plans are. First off, I will be going on a mission trip for 2 years to Ecuador. Once that time comes to a close I will be attending Brigham Young University where I will get a degree in the field that I so choose. It sounds bad that I am graduated from high school and still have no idea as to what I want to be when I grow up. Ideas like doctor, accountant, or maybe even a sports trainer are main options but I still have no clear cut winner. After completing undergraduate I plan on finishes my schooling either at BYU or some other school and get the remaining degrees that I need for my profession. During this time I hope to find a wife and settle down and start a family. It is crazy to think that in just a few years I could have a family of my own. I never thought this day would come but here I am about to stare it in the face. So with just a few parts of my future on paper things could change drastically. That is one of the things I am excited. I see myself going one place when in reality I could go somewhere much different and be even happier. The future is awesome to like at and to plan for but I am just taking it day by day and when the time comes I'll embrace it.

Free Agency

July is the period of time in the NBA where free agents sign with new teams or resign with their previous team. It is either a marvelous time for a general manager or it is a horror story. You can add a good player or you could lose the best player on your team. With names like Lebron James, Carmelo Anthony, Dwayne Wade, and Chris Bosh the free agent market is unlike most years. I, like most of sports fans, have an opinion on where I think these players could potentially land and the results. First, I think Carmelo's decision is based off of Lebrons. Either they both sign in Los Angeles or Carmelo returns to New York in hope to be the hero they have been seeking for many years. That is exactly what I think will happen. Carmelo goes back to New York because they can offer him a max deal and plus Lebron will sign with either Cleveland or Miami. Before going to the Heat Lebron spent his first years in Cleveland playing for the Cavaliers. This was his home town he grew up here and I think it will be his final resting spot in the NBA. He wants to win a championship as a member of the Cavaliers and I believe there is a definite possibility that he can by going to the Clippers. With Kyrie Irving and the new draftee Andrew Wiggins the team has lots of possibilities. Chris Bosh and Dwayne Wade are commanding little attention. Chris Bosh will probably sign with the Rockets considering they offered him a max deal. Dwayne Wade has been a heat all of his career and I think he plans on remaining a heat regardless of what the other players decide. Plus with his knees and his age slowly catching up on him he only has a few good years left in him. I am no NBA analyst but those are my opinions on what will take place in the next couple weeks. No bets that that will take place because there have been more stranger things take place.