Angel Beats

The first anime I ever watched was called Angel Beats. It was pretty good. For some reason that I'll never know I can always remember the name of the main character in Angel Beats, but I have the worst time remembering anyone else's name in any other anime. Even the other characters of Angel Beats, I can't remember their names. I know Otanashi, is the main character though. It's weird. Otanashi wakes up in the afterlife. There are other kids who take him in and explain what's going on. Everyone has something keeping them there, and they have missions to preoccupy themselves. Anyways I thought it was full of feels and had a interesting plot. There were even a few funny characters, like "Christ" and "God". It had a nice ending and was actions packed in general. It's strange to think about dying as a teenager and going to a school in the afterlife. Seems more like hell to me. It's a good anime to watch, especially for people new to anime like I was.

Win-Win

So, as posted previously, I do not have cable. I cannot watch some shows that I really like, unless I find them on the internet. The main show that I regret missing is Legend of Korra. One day I went to the new gym in our area with my mom. It was the first time I had gone. I discovered something amazing about this gym. The ellipticals, treadmills, and cycling machines all had built in TV's. All you had to do was plug in headphones, and tune in to any channel you wanted to. It is not cable, but the TV directory showed that Nickelodeon was available. This means,,,I CAN WATCH LEGEND OF KORRA. When the third book starts back up I can go to the gym at the time when it's on. It's a win-win situation. I can work out and watch Legend of Korra. I'm really excited.

Issue of Bullying

So every six months or so our school pulls us from class for a lyceum on bullying that discusses the effects and how to overcome it. I think these are necessary, because bullying is a real problem. But I also think that sometimes people really over-react to little things. If one kid says something insulting to another, it's very likely that the parents will be told and the first child will be in trouble. Even if the words weren't meant to be mean, nothing can be said without people taking it the wrong way. I think there is a line between bullying and a person just having no tact in speaking. Basically, don't bully and don't be an over-reacting tattle tail.

A Thousand Splendid Suns

For my college literature class, I have to read a book called, A Thousand Splendid Suns. I started out okay, it was only a little pitiful. As the story went on, though, it just got more and more depressing. I haven't finished it yet, but I think I see where this is going. It is well written, and interesting to see how life is in Afghanistan. I don't care for the book, really, and I'll probably never read it again. I am glad to be able to say that I have read it once though. So, if you come across this book, you should read it, but be prepared for a depressing story. I'll update later with my thoughts after I have finished the book.

Down The Rabbit Hole

Korra has entered the spirit world, and all is going well, for a few seconds. Korra and Jenora become separated very early and all because of a pack of annoying talking mirror cats. Korra really isn't very sensitive to the feelings of the spirits, not like Aang. She was funny though, especially when she was suddenly a pot-bellied child again. I was so happy to see Iro again. It was unexpected and he always gives the wisest advice to the Avatars. That damn owl, Wan Shi Tong, has always been a jerk. He thinks himself so self-righteous, and even though he has soooo much knowledge, he doesn't want to share it to better the world. At least in The Last Airbender, he let team avatar use the library as long as it wasn't to harm others. Now with Jenora he just went and tattled to Unalaq. Jerk. I was dissapointed that Korra didn't become more skilled with her revelation on how the spirits operate. She still can't hold a candle to Unalaq's skill. The great battle is nearing though. I think, now that Korra is back in the human world (but without Jenora) she will travel back to the south spirit portal. She can go in with her bending, and save Jenora and beat Unalaq and most likely have an epic battle with Vatu. I am greatly looking forward to it. Let's not even talk about the betrayal of Furry Foot, it's too painful.

Gone With The Wind

I am currently reading Gone With The Wind. It's a really long story, but also pretty interesting. Scarlet (the main character) is a beautiful, selfish, and smart girl. She is very shallow and everything she does is to help herself. I can admire her determination as she goes through hard times, and I do like it when she succeeds. Some people may really hate her because of her attitude. This book is supposedly known as the greatest love story ever written. I do not see it as a love story really. I think it's more of a history story that focuses on one person. At times it can be a bit boring, but something will eventually happen to spice the story up. It didn't end the way I wanted it to, but it leaves a lot to imagination after the ending, which I kind of like.

Legend of Korra: Spirits, Spirits, Spirits

So, our hero Korra has lost her memory. At this point she really doesn't matter anymore. It's all about Wan, the first Avatar and his story. We learn all about what happened with the spirit world and why things are all crazy now. The spirit of light is one with the Avatar, which means it's up to Korra to defeat the evil spirits and Unalaq. She's feeling powerful now that she knows the truth. Korra is ready to return and kick butt. I hope we get to see Zuko soon, and learn what happened to his ma. The plot is thickening, and soon to get exciting. I'm mad that there's still so much drama between Mako and Korra. Just make it work you two.