Fashion is Just a Trend By Shayna Q.

  It's been said that; If the world was blind who would you impress? Teenagers shouldn't take fashion so seriously. People see fashion as beauty, industries see it as money and teenagers see it as popularity. Though is it really? Fashion has taken too much place in today's world; it's a problem. Firstly, fashion isn't what defines us, it's a extremely bad for the environment and fashion only makes people spend their money.

  Fashion doesn't define people, it's only a trend that people see as beauty. Yes, we like to buy clothing and dress fancy, but fashion isn't important. What defines us is the choices we make, not the clothing we wear. There are people who don't have shoes on their feet nor the possibility of an education. Look at us who believe that fashion is what defines us. Instead of buying clothing we could be helping someone in the world, but we cannot since we spend all our money on fashion clothing items. Things that have no value. We don't see the beauty of the world because we think that true beauty is in fashion and that's foolish. The universe won't survive forever. Even Albert Einstein believed this when he mentionned his doubts concerning the universe's time frame and the long lasting reign of human stupidity. He was right, we're so shallow in not taking a stand for the people who don't even have what we forget to be greatful for.

  No matter what you think, yes, fashion is bad for the environment. Everyday citizens buy or see something that they'll save up their money for. Honestly, if you're going to buy something, buy something useful and reusable. Do you even  know the impact it has on the world, the environment?Well, we all know the famous saying; Everyday is Earth day, do we respect it? No. Fashion is only consumption and waste, all the clothing who are considered "off season" get thrown out to the trash and end up in the landfill. Who knows how many times they were worn before being considered rubbish? No matter what you think fashion does more bad than good. Tumblr brings some proof to this claim with its multiple mottos insisting people to explore the ruins of volcanoes, to enjoy the sensation of bark on a tree and how money shouldn't be spent on things that have no value in life. 

  Fashion shouldn't be called self expression anymore, it's just a trend. You should have other things to fill your time than buying clothing. Fashion changes so much that it's hard to pin it down into one style. The fact that it changes so much makes you always "fashionably late" or a "fashion-avant garde"; either way you will always be buying more clothing. Even if you have more than enough when your mind sees something it wants, it's not going to stop taunting you to buy it until you do.

  In conclusion, fashion has taken to much place in today's world. People shouldn't take fashion so seriously because it's only a trend. Fashion doesn't define us. It's also bad for the environment and it simply makes us spend our money. Fashion is bright, loud and screams what society wants it to say. You don't have to be bright and loud, you simply have to be who you are.

Computers,Not What Most People Think By Nicolas Marek

Computers, something most of us use everyday, but are we really that. Dependent on them.? The problem with computers is that people use them too much. This makes people think we cannot work without them. This is impossible because computers are easily replaced, they are not madetory for us to live life, and they are simply a tool, not a way to get food, electricity or travel.

People cannot be dependent on computers, first of all, computers are a very easy to replace. For a tool, people have always found a way to do things easier and one day we will probably find something better than computers, just like people did in the past we will always find something better. For entertainment purposes, there are millions of other ways to entertain yourself, for example you can hang out with friends, you can do a sport or they can go help other people, there are millions of ways to do something. for people who have online jobs, most of these people are great at selling things, writing and entertaining people. These are all things that pay a lot and that could easily get another job. With this we know that computers can be easily replaced by other things.

Computers are not mandatory to live life. computers even if they make life very easy are not mandatory. they do not allow us to get better tools or a better way of transportation, computers can help in the blueprints or model of these things but do not require computers. for example if we take a look at a lot of the inventions we have, a lot of them were not invented after computers were invented, like the car, the drill, the train, the airplane,etc. yes, a lot of these were modified and now have a lot more electronics and are easier, safer and overall better but the model and original design was built before computers and therefore computers have nothing to do with these inventions. Computers are not mandatory for us also because of what was stated before, that we can find something else to replace them not like certain things that are irreplaceable.

We are not dependent on computers. the third and last reason is, that computers are simply a tool, not a way to heal someone, a way to get electricity or even transportation they are and will always be one of the best tools we have, but like all tools, we will always find a better tool. computers are great, but always replaceable like i stated before making it so that it is impossible that we are dependent on them if we can replace them easily.

In conclusion, computers even if they are great and made so many jobs, we are not dependent on them for the simple reasons of, they are easily replaced, they are not important in life and that they are not much more than a great tool. they also are not very dependable pm for these reasons. The only question we can ask ourselves now is, what would really happen if computers were removed would be all go in despair, or would we make something better, only the future can determine that

It Hurts But Its Worth It! By: Camille Beaudoin Tremblay

            Needles making plenty of little holes in your skin. Blood coming out of all the little holes. It hurts, but its worth it. You cant go back, it will stay on your skin forever. Today tattoos are still used for self-expression. Everyone is different interests. Some people use tattoos to express their feelings, some use it to remember important dates like death or a tragic event and some people use tattoos as a way of collecting art on their body.

      To start, a persons feelings are important. Unfortunately, some people are ignored by society; they would like if people talked to them, asked them if everything was alright but people don't bother to ask. This is why some people have a lot of tattoos on their body but, each little centimeter of ink has a special significance for them. These people might think that if they show their feelings with ink people might feel bad or pay more attention to them and might ask them questions. Now, just put yourself in their shoes, don't judge them because in the end, they might judge you. Its the judging we don't need in today's society.
                                                           
  Secondly, Imagine if a member of your family dies and you only have some pictures on your cell phone. To make sure you don't delete the pictures, you could immortalize those moments forever on your skin. Or worst imagine if you don't even have a picture, imagine if you only have one simple drawing that your child drew for you. For sure you would think of getting a tattoo of that drawing. Its a good way to keep a special date on your skin and to immortalize your feelings.



Last but not least, people collect art on their body instead of collecting art on walls or doing illegal things like graffiti. Think about it, its better to collect art on your body then on walls and ruining buildings. Its their body; people can do what they want with it. So why judge them if they are happy with their body. For some people having tattoos helps them to love who they are and the body they have. Tattoos hide some places you maybe don't appreciate. Tattoos are a way to permanently stamp your body with a mark of strength and its a good way to collect art.


          To conclude, today tattoos are still used for self expression, we are all different. Some people use tattoos to express their feelings, while others use tattoos to mark a tragic event that happen like death and some people use tattoos as a way of collecting art on their skin. Now, god made everyone different and unique for a reason, so don't judge people who have tattoos. Who knows, maybe in a couple of years from now you will want a tattoo. Never judge people if you're not an example.

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Textbook are getting old By; Josh J.A.

Every year, students get at least six textbooks and they need to bring it home for homework but there is an easier want than getting those books. More and more schools are already using iPads in the classroom. Students textbooks should be replaced by iPads. students get hurt or get back problem because their textbooks weight too much. Students also don't do their homework because they forget their textbook that they need to use to do them. The reason why textbooks should be replaced are the following; there is more information on iPads, students will never forget it and it is easier to carry.

Firstly, iPads have ilimited information but textbook no. With iPads you can go get information that you don't have in your textbooks and it is easier to find the information.When you search information on iPads and you don't understand a word in the text you are reading you can simply look up on google and you will get information about that word. When we are looking up information in textbooks we we get bored but with iPads we are more motivated to find information because you know that you can find a lot. With iPads you have ilimited resources. That one reason that iPads are better than textbooks.

Secondly, students would never forget their textbooks if it would be replaced by iPads. Personally, sometimes I forget to bring some of my textbooks home. I even forget to bring my books from home to school. I always bring my electronic devices everywhere and I never forget it. When you forget your textbook the next day in the morning at school you do all your homework at the last second. When you forget something you cannot do your homework and your teacher sends you to detention after a while and even sends a letter to your parents because you forget your textbooks. After when you arrive at your house you get yelled at because of your homework. All of this would not happen if iPads would replace textbooks.

Thirdly, if textbooks were replaced by iPads there would be least students with back problems. Many people get back problems because there textbooks are big and heavy for them. Textbooks have always been heavy and iPadsare light like a feather; it weight nothing. You just need an iPad and maybe a pencil. when you have textbook you have too much to bring and at the end of the day you are happy to no more bring textbooks. Its not fun to get back problems so iPads should replace textbooks.

To conclude, students textbooks should be replaced by iPads. Frist it have ilimited information and wedsite to search. Second students will never forget it home or at school. Third it is easier to carry everywhere. Textbook need to be replaced so their will be less people sufering of back problem.

Link: http://www.debate.org/opinions/should-textbooks-be-replaced-with-tablets-ipads-etc

Individuality Overpowers Fashion by Frédérique Plante

 "Look at her, those shoes are so last season, now it's all about the pastel colours". But what if she likes those shoes and wants to wear them? Fashion isn't worth it, what you wear is your choice and it's self-expression. We judge people by their looks, and what they wear, but we're all different. Everyone should have their own style and sense of fashion. Clothing is all about self-expression, standing out from the crowd, and keep up with all the latest trends can be heavy on the wallet. 

 What you wear is what you desire to wear. If you want to dress in black, go for it. The clothes on your body defines your personality, your tastes. If you like rock music, you probably won't dress like a princess.

Also, you change and your style does too. What truly matters is that you're comfortable on what you're wearing. Don't try to do it for anyone except yourself. People won't judge you by the fact your shirt is last season or your socks don't watch. 

 It's all about individuality. Be yourself, don't follow trends. It's better to stand out than to blend in. You can follow your favourite trends, but all your own flare to it. Like mentioned, what you wear defines you. "Normal" people are boring.

They all dress the same, and act the same. Be the difference. Everyone has their own style, and who cares what people think about what you're wearing? If you can rock it, do it.

 Clothing stores' prices keep increasing. A basic tee shirt may cost you twenty-five dollars just because it's from a "popular" brand. Indeed, having brand names all over your clothes with random numbers is quite cool. Following the latest trends may be harsh on the piggy bank. Try  to find an alternative, a similar item similar to the overly priced item. It's not like people check your clothing tags before talking to you. You can afford more pieces of clothing for less, and they're stick with one tee shirt. 

 In conclusion, fashion is not worth it. You should be able to wear whatever you want. The most important is that you wear what you love, and stand out from the crowd. Also those over priced brand clothes are far from worrying it. Wear what defines you. Do you boo boo. 

You Do the Crime,You Do the Time by: Mathieu Daessle

      We all have been through teenage years and we've all done some pretty crazy and stupid things, even break a few laws from time to time, but when your a teenager your not the one to pay the price for breaking the law, your parents are. At the age of a teenager, you should be responsible enough to realize your own mistakes and make your own decisions, bad influences of peers and media can influence teens to make poor decisions when out alone and when teens are out alone with no parental watch they are responsible for them selves. 

     

       At the age of 15-17 you are considered an adolescent, meaning the child is entering the pre adulthood learning to be a responsible adult when older. Teenagers aren't perfect, and there just learning in becoming an adult. Teens are expected to be responsible in public just like any other citizen when there on their own, when a teenager you are considered to be responsible in public and make smart decisions, but also learn from those decisions, whether they are bad or good, life is about learning from your mistakes and improve on them.

     

      Teenagers actions can be influenced by what goes on around them, whether they see their friend doing something not so smart or because of what they see on the media that could be a bad influence for a young age. These bad influences can cause violent action out of teens, and these acts of violence can either result on the streets or other people. Many teens don't think before they act, then they suffer  with the consequences, there parents aren't the ones to suffer.

     

      Teenagers tend to be out on the streets during the night with other friends, and that's when most crimes happen. But what teens don't understand is that if they don't watch their actions and what they do, they will suffer with the consequences that their actions bring them. But realize that the foolish things teens do on the streets during curfew hours, it's not the parents responsibility for what the teenager does on his/her own, teens choose to make their own decisions. When teens are on the streets they must respect all the laws just like any other citizen, they are a part of society just like every one else, just because teens can't be thrown in mall doesn't mean they can't be in serious trouble. 

     In conclusion, parents should not take responsibility for the stupid action of teenagers, At the age of a teenager, you should be responsible enough to realize your own mistakes and make your own decisions, bad influences of peers and media can influence teens to make poor decisions when out alone and when teens are out alone with no parental watch they are responsible for them selves. 

What age for an opinion?

By: Laurie R.

     Voting is one's way to say to their opinion, but at what age should people be allowed to do so? Today, part of our society has been wondering, should the voting age be lowered to sixteen years old? The answer should be no, it shouldn't, for various reasons. First, sixteen years old shouldn't vote because they are not independent enough. Secondly, a sixteen year old's idea on life and how he or she would like to live it isn't fully developed. Lastly the fact that their ideas aren't developed and lack if independency could result in an unintelligent choice which could impact the society.

     Sixteen year olds shouldn't be allowed to vote because their ideas on what they want in life, how they want to live their life and what kind of society they want to live in isn't fully developed yet. Sixteen year olds do not go to university yet or have a stable job. They don't know the fees of certain studies or payment plans of a real job nor how taxes are divided. Some of these things that may seem unimportant at that age may be a big problem teens are older. But then, it may be too late to change leaders.

     Sixteen year olds should not be permitted to vote because they are not independent enough, after all they are not even considered an adult yet. The age where an individual is considered an adult is eighteen in Canada and twenty-one in the United States, which meas that at sixteen years old is still considered a child or a minor. Teens that age how to ask before getting up from their chair in school, and then it is asked from them to help decide their city/province/country's futur, it isn't right.

     Sixteen year olds voting would be a bad idea because they could easily be influenced and make an unintelligent choice. A certain aspect from a certain political party can blind a teen from certain other changes the party may do to the area it wants to govern. Only a certain promise may seem very convincing to a teenager, convincing enough to vote for that party, when afterall the governement is bad and doesn't keep its promises. If many younger voters are influenced by that, the party may just become the leader of the area and be really bad at governing the population and area.

     

      In conclusion, sixteen year olds shouln't be allowed to vote. There ideas on aren't fully developed, they are not independent enough and lastly they could easily be influenced in an unintelligent choice which could have an impact on society and future citizens.