~ Sara Bareilles ~

I know I have been writing about rock music and rock groups in all my blogs. However, there is a softer side to my character. I am a devoted fan of Sara Bareilles. She has such a beautiful voice. She is an American singer-songwriter and also plays the piano. She started her success in 2007 with her single "Love Song", it was an instant hit.
Last year, my friend and I tried to go to her concert but tickets sold out within a week of going on sale, it was unbelievable. Needless to say, we did not get to attend the show. We were so upset about it, we attempted to go on other websites to try to purchase tickets, even called friends to see if anyone had extra tickets. No chance, we missed the show. As i was browsing through Ticketmaster's website, I came across a show that Sara Bareilles is playing in Central Park at the end of the summer. I am elated because this will be the year I get to see her and in Central Park no less. Picture this....a warm summer night, the sweet sounds of Sara Bareilles playing while surrounded by my best girlfriends. I can not imagine it gets much better. I am extremely excited to attend this show and I know my friends are as well.

Vocabulary:
Character (n)-The distinctive nature of something
Devoted (adj)-Very loving or loyal.
Unbelievable (adj)-extraordinary
Website (n)-A set of interconnected webpages
Browsing (v)-To inspect something leisurely and casually
Imagine (v)-Form a mental image or concept of

Fill In the Blank:
1. Please close your eyes and _________ you are somewhere that makes you happy.
2. He is a _________ baseball fan.
3.It was ______ how he made that play to home plate.
4. She went to the library and was _________ through the fiction section.
5. he played a ________ in the Sound of Music.
6. I love that ______, it lets you play free games on the internet.

Grammar Points:
In class, we talked about conjunctions. A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences. Please circle the conjunctions in the sentences above and write your own five sentences and then circle the conjunctions you used in them as well.

JaHsTiX

One Sunday afternoon, I went to a local restaurant with a friend of mine. The tropical sounds of Bob Marley tunes consumed my head. What was that amazing sound I thought to myself? I inquired who he is from the waiter and he said "It's Jahstix, he plays here all the time. One of the best Reggae/SKA musician there is".  As I listened to his music, it brought me back to an island or maybe it was the margarita I was drinking; either way, he sounded phenomenal, his voice mimicked Bob Marley exactly but with his own little touch on it. I had to find out where else he performed, especially because he plays places where I live. He has a great vibe and he would definitely be someone to watch in the summer time. When we were leaving the restaurant, we were stopped by a woman who had nothing but praise for Jahstix. She said he us superb and one of her favorites, she even booked him for her daughter confirmation. He must be some kind of wonderful I thought to myself. We only got to hear a little bit of his set but I will try to find out where he is playing next. I highly recommend checking him out if you live on the south shore of Long Island.  

Vocabulary:

Consumed (v)- To absorb; engross

Inquired (v)-To seek information

Phenomenal (adj)-Extraordinary; outstanding

Mimicked (v)- to copy

Praise (n)-Expression of approval

Superb (adj)-Of unusually high quality; excellent

Find the verb in the sentence and correct the tense:

1. She walk to the store.

2. Every time he listen to the music, he dance.

3. The cat chase the mouse.

4. Wake up in the morning is hard.

5. Jahstix play the guitar perfectly.

6. He read the book as he fall asleep at night.

Grammar Points:

We talked about verb tense this week. M
ake up five sentences that use different verb tenses in them, please use at least three different types of verb tenses.

Snoop Dog!

OK, I know the entire blog has been about rock music but classic rap never hurt anyone. It was last Saturday night, I went to a party at Ciprianis on Wall street to celebrate the rookies of the NFL draft pick. I hesitated at first, but looking back I am happy I went. When I got there, there was tight security at the front door and once inside, you were not allowed to renter. The place was magnificent and then people were dressed in fabulous cocktail attire. Instantly, I went to the bar and got myself a cocktail. After some socializing with the athletes and perusing the buffet tables, the DJ got on the microphone and announced that there was a special guest. All of a sudden, the light cut out and when they turned back on, Snoop Dog was on stage with three dancers singing all his hits. This night had just gotten a whole lot better. The crowd was dancing and singing his songs, it was such a blast. The night was filled with an abundant of free food and drinks, and a free concert by a rap legend; you can't beat that.

Vocabulary:
Celebrate (v)- to rejoice
Draft (n)- a player selection
Socializing (v)- to mix with others
Perusing (v)- examine carefully
Magnificent (adj)-Impressively beautiful, elaborate
Abundant (adj)-Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful

Underline:
There are many verbs used in this blog post, please find the verb in each sentence and undeline it.
1. He went to the store.
2. We like to rejoice at a party.
3. He was very thorough when he proof read his paper.
4. Sandy is a fast runner, she can run a mile in under six minutes.
5. Henry is a very smart studnet, he reads and writes at college level.
6. Please place you towels in the hamper when you are finished at te pool.

Grammar points:
In class, we are learning about verbs. A verb is an action word. Please write a paragraph using at least six verbs. Underline the verbs in your paragraph to show me that you understand what a verb is.

. . . . . Seether . . . . .

I got a phone call from a friend a few days ago, he told me that he has two extra tickets to the Seether show at the end of May. I have never seen this band before but I have been a fan of theirs for quite some time now. I have been told that they have remarkable stage presence and always put on a great show. Now, if you have been reading my blogs you would know that I will not turn down an opportunity to see a show, especially a band that I have been wanting to see play. Unfortunately I am in a volleyball league this summer and the season starts the night of the show. So I find myself in a bit of a predicament. I would welcome opinions and advice. It will undoubtedly be a great show but do I disappoint my team and enjoy an amazing rock group or do I be a team player and head to the beach for some volleyball?

Vocabulary:
Remarkable (adj)- worthy of being noticed, especially as being extraordinary
Presence (n)- the condition of being present
Unfortunately(adj)- undeserved bad luck
Predicament(n)-a situation, especially an unpleasant
Undoubtedly(adv)-without question
Disappoint (v)-to fail to satisfy the hope, desire, or expectation of.

Fill in the blank:
1. ________ I am sick, so i can not come to your party.
2. You look ________ beautiful in that dress.
3. My ________ is always welcome.
4. What would you do in this ___________?
5. It is ___________ what you have done to your room, it looks wonderful.
6. I do not want to ___________ my team.
Grammar Points:
In class we are discussing how to properly write a story using the correct format with an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. For this story, please think of a time when you had to make a decision, what was it? how did you handle it? please use at least three of the vocabulary words in your response.

A Perfect Circle

This band is amazing; it is an American rock supergroup formed in 1999 by Tool's front man Maynard James Keenan and guitarist Billy Howerdel. They have three albums released to date; they are Mer de Noms, Thirteeth Step, and eMOTIVe. The band went into hiatus in 2004, so that the band members could work on other projects. So you could imagine my excitement when I found out they were coming to play in New York City in June. I quickly got tickets and I am patiently waiting to see them again. I had the pleasure of watching them preform in 2001, so i believe it is time to see them once again. Maynard is a genius. He is the front man/ vocalist for both Tool and A Perfect Cicle with talent that exceeds most rock musicians across the board. I highly recommened attending the show, if there are tickets still available. It will be an amazing night for sure.

Vocabulary:
Released (v)- to set free
Hiatus(n)- a break or interruption in the continuity of work
Imagine(v)-To form a mental picture or image of
Patiently(adj)-exhibiting calm endurance
Pleasure (n)-state or feeling of being pleased or gratified

Fill in the blank:
1. She went on ______ due to a illness.
2. ______ you are in a warm place right now.
3.He was ______ waiting for his turn.
4.The _____ was all mine, your welcome.
5. Sandy went to open the door and ______ all the puppies.

Grammar Points:
In class this week, we discussed synonyms. Synonyms are different words with almost identical or similar meanings. Please come up with your own synonyms for each one of the vocabulary words.