Laminin

                           THIS IS LAMININ

GODS DESIGN, ORDER AND CREATION

Have you ever seen laminin before? The above picture is a picture of a laminin. First let me tell you what laminin is. Laminin is a protein found in the "extracellular matrix", the sheets of protein that form the substrate of all internal organs also called the "basement membrane".  It has four arms that can bind to four other molecules.  The three shorter arms are particularly good at binding to other laminin molecules, which is what makes it so great at forming sheets.  The long arm is capable of binding to cells, which helps anchor the actual organs to the membrane.  Laminin is extremely important because it makes sure that your overall body structures hold together.

  One of the things that I find extremely interesting about laminin is that it is shaped in a cross or crucifix. Laminin can bend its arms and the shape can vary to some degree but for the most part the pictures you will see of laminin will look like a cross.

I believe that this is just another example of how Gods design, creation and order are all linked to his nature. Laminin to me is Gods mark or imprint on his ultimate creation. I find it interesting how the protein is shaped like a cross and the function is to hold us literally altogether. The bible has a verse that actually states something similar in the way that all things are held together by God and all things were created by God. The passage is in Colossians which states 'He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by him all things were created; things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by him and for him. He is before all things, and in Him all things HOLD TOGETHER.' (Colossians 1:15-17).

This is just one of many examples. I look at different social institutions such as the family unit with dad, mom and kids, and also the church being God, the leaders and congregation also the trinity with again the number of three being emphasized as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. I also look at things in nature such as the bee’s and pollination or the necessity for cockroaches for example as much as I detest them, they to have their place and order in the grand design and scheme of life. Our bodies and all the systems and are intricate design. It is not by chance that we are here and designed the way we are and once you really start to take an in depth look at all of creation, how can anyone deny the existence of God, the creator of all.

outline unit two analytical writing

Unit two: Types of analytical writing

I. What are the important components of a cause and effect essay?                     
A. The ideas explain the causes and/or effects of the topic in a clear,
well-reasoned argument supported by credible information.
B. The organization helps the reader understand the cause/effect relationship
C. The sentences are clear, varied in structure, and smooth and the words are precise. II. What are the important components of a comparison and contrast essay?
III. What are the steps in writing a process?
A. The ideas describe or explain the process clearly and completely.
B. The organization sequence helps clarify the process.
C. The sentences are smooth, varied in structure, and engaging.A. The idea gives information on who or what is being compared and why they are important.
B. The way the subjects are organized helps the readers understand the similarities and differences.
C. The voice is informed, involved, and genuine.Reflection:Analytical writing can be done in several ways. Its an opportunity to be very detailed and organized. Depending on what the writer is describing, comparing or classifying determines the way in which it will be presented. Regardless of what type of analytical essay or style is chosen, the information must be presented in a very clear, precise and detailed manner, which is why it is called analytical writing.
　

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Analytical Essay on The Adrenals

                                                                                                         

 The adrenal glands are responsible for producing a hormone called adrenaline (also known as epinephrine). The adrenal gland is a part of the sympathetic nervous system, a branch of the nervous system that regulates the classic stress response and has numerous roles in other normal body functions.

 The adrenal glands and their production of adrenaline are really important for many different reasons. For one the epinephrine helps us with stressful situations that can happen in life such as some traumatic experiences that require us to respond quickly and make important decisions as well as maintain a certain amount of calm in the midst of chaos.

The rush of adrenaline released in the blood leads to increased blood pressure, heart rate, sugar metabolism, oxygen intake, and muscle strength. All of this increase cause an adrenaline high: feeling alert and highly energetic. This is what allows for some people to do well in crisis.      Hockenbury, D., & Hockenbury, S. (2007). Discovering Psychology (4^th ed.).

Second, adrenaline also plays a part in specific careers that may require some of the same focused energy, a steady hand and knowledge of the human body such as a surgeon for example. To have the responsibility of a human life is so intense and not just anyone could do well in that situation.

  I find it interesting how different individuals require different amounts of stimulus.

Other individuals may not require much for the release of adrenaline and may get their rush from doing things like finishing a list of task or chores or a paper due in a class. For example an individual who gets their rush from completing a list of task is probably a very organized and detailed person and accomplishes more in one day than others over a period of a week.

I have mentioned some of the positive things that can be accomplished; however there can be some negative consequences as well. When an individual seeks out the adrenaline rush they can put themselves in less than desirable and sometime dangerous situations. Some of these situations can include a dangerous stunt or maybe even gambling excessively and getting into a really bad situation trying to seek out that high.

Regardless of where you are on that scale and whether a lot or very little stimulus is required to get that release of adrenaline, we are amazing beings and capable of doing great things when we put our minds to it.

Chapter 15 questions on Process Writing

Ch. 15 questions “ Wayward Cells”

1. Review the opening four-paragraph analogy used to introduce and

describe the process. Explain why the analogy is or is not effective.

I believe the analogy is very effective. I like the analogy of workers doing their specific jobs and everything running smoothly. I also like how he describes what happens when one worker starts doing things his own way and invading on other workers jobs and space, and then reproduces himself multiple times and throws everybody else off from doing their jobs. I believe this is a good analogy as far as explaining the process of how cancer cells develop and ruin the normal process of our body systems.

2. Review the three steps cited by the writer, and note the transitions used

to lead into and out of each step. Are the transitions effective?

I think the transitions used are good and have a nice flow to them. I like the choice of words when transitioning such as what happens is and for example and then the use of the words first, second and so on.

Ch. 14 " No wonder why they call me a Bitch"

Ch. 14 Questions Pg.213 No wonder they call me bitch

1. Why does Hodgman claim to taste-test dog food and then report on

Her findings in writing, and how do you know? Can you think of other

texts written for similar purposes?

Hodgeman decides to taste test dog food because she has always wondered about the claims that are made and wants to answer specific questions that she herself has had about dog food. As far as other text written for similar purposes, no I can’t think of a specific one right now but there are always people that test different claims on various products and for some this is their job.

                                               

2. What criteria does Hodgman use to divide her subject into categories?

Where and how does she indicate that she is shifting her discussion

from one category to the next?

 The criteria she looks at is texture, appearance, smell, and color. Hodgman divides her subject into categories of dry dog food, Gaines all meat burgers for dogs, canned food and treats and she tries all of the following and compares both the type of food to the specific brand of foods. When shifting categories she uses transition sentences as well as the phrase “turn to”.

3. The title grabs our attention with the word bitch, a word rarely used in

titles. Does the word use serve additional purposes?

I think that she could be referencing the word used when referring to a female dog and that she might be using it because she is eating dog food or even because she is putting to rest some of these claims of some of these types and brands of dog food.

4. This piece is based on primary-source research. Review Chapter 30,

“Conducting Primary and Library Research,” especially the portion on

conducting primary research. What other research strategies could the

Author have used to explore her topic? Which would be most effective

for her Spy audience? How would she need to change her tactics if her

audience were a scientific journal? A magazine for dog enthusiasts?

The author could of researched different household that had pets and just asked questions about what the pets like and or even had several dogs try different dog foods and record the responses. I think that the way she presented the information was very effective for all of the different types of audiences and the problem I see is that some may have a problem with the way she collected her information and evaluated it but personally she really went the extra mile by tasting it herself and was pretty honest and thorough.

Ch.13 questions "Fear Born of Sorrow"

Ch. 13 questions “A Fear Born of Sorrow

1. Review the title and explain how it does or does not forecast the essays

Main idea.

I believe the title gives a clear forecast of the essays main idea because the main idea that is being stated in the essay is the fear that was born of sorrow with the September 11 attack.

2. The writer compares and contrasts the September 11 attack with the

Oklahoma City and Pearl Harbor attacks. What does she conclude

from each comparison? Explain why you do or do not agree with her.

The writer concludes that the attacks on Pearl Harbor and Oklahoma City were significant and tragic but still do not compare to the September 11attack. She says that the attacks don’t compare because of what the twin towers symbolized for America. The towers symbolized world domination of finances: They were a major center for the Internet, a hub for international business, and an emblem of American life. The writer mentions how America lost its sense of invincibility and feeling of security and what made it worse was the airplane used and the fact it was filled with American passengers and sent into a building to kill more people. I would have to agree with the writer’s opinion when comparing and contrasting the two other American tragedies.

3. Review the essay’s final paragraph and explain why it is or is not an

effective closing.

I think the last paragraph is an effective closing because it brought all of the details of the essay to an appropriate closing with the writer’s final thoughts.

Adrenaline junkies Ch. 12 ?"s

1. Name two or more ways that the opening paragraph engages you and
effectively introduces the topic and thesis.
The two ways that this opening paragraph engage me are by immediately asking a question and then giving examples of adrenaline junkies. The introduction grabs you and makes you a part of it right away.
2.
levels of stimulus to trigger adrenaline highs. Is this explanation clear
and believable? Why or why not?
I believe that the explanation of how different people require different stimulus or levels of stimulus to trigger adrenaline highs is very accurate. It goes into detail with the explanation of how our adrenal glands work and is helpful to the reader.
3.
effects of an adrenaline high. Explain why you do or do not find
this interpretation convincing.
In one sentence I would summarize the writers explanation of the cause and effects of an adrenaline high as the following; An individuals adrenaline high is directly related to the stimulus introduced or required, also known as a trigger to release adrenaline from our adrenal glands. I find the interpretation convincing because it’s a specific description of how are adrenal glands function.
4.
someday adrenaline may be bottled and sold. Explain why you think
the sentence is or is not an effective closing.
I think it’s a nice and effective way to close because in that last portion of the essay the writer talks about how adrenaline can be used in some really good ways and it seems appropriate to end the way he did with a playful sentence.
　The writer concludes the essay with a playful sentence suggesting thatIn one sentence, summarize the writer’s explanation of the causes andParagraphs three and four explain how different people need different

Outline & summary for Unit 1 Narrative, Descriptive, and reflective

Unit One Narative, Descriptive, Reflective writing

I. How do I select the topic & what is important when choosing a topic?
II. How can I help the readers get the big picture?
III. Getting organized & putting it all into writing
A. Review your brainstorm of ideas or key points and pick the important information that you want to include in your writing.
B. List the details or events in chronological order.
C. Do a rough draft & read, review and revise before finalizing it. A. Write out the key moments.
B. Share your perspective.
C. Write out your feelings or any conflicts that you observed & if your feelings are the same now or have changed.A. You can list several topics on a paper and then decide what topic you can either relate to or have personal experience with.
B. It is important to pick a topic you can reflect on and let your writing flow freely.
C. You can pick an experience you had that impacted you in a strong way or something that your readers can either relate to or feel with you as they read, it should grab them & make them want to read more.Summary:
In Unit one I read about descriptive, reflective and narrative writing. This unit gave all the details and information needed to really do a good job on writing descriptive, narrative and reflective papers. I benefited from the topics this unit suggested and it helped me to really open my eyes up to how much better my writing can be when I reflect not only on experiences but also what is going on at a specific moment and in the world around me. I
I also enjoyed and learned a lot from some of the writing that was in this unit, I enjoyed the different writing styles and examples that it gave and found it very helpful when deciding on what I wanted to write about, how I wanted to approach and what I wanted my reader to think about and get from my writing.
　
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WCA #2 Ch.10 questions The Prairie

WCA   “That Morning on the Prairie”

Page #139

1. In the first three paragraphs of his essay, the writer describes Highland.

Cite passages that do or do not help you see the setting. What mood

Or feeling does the description evoke?

On some beautiful early fall days out here on the emerald cusp of the

Great Plains, it’s hard to believe that we are where we are. Warm southern

Breezes swing up from Texas, the sun smiles with a gentleness not seen since

June, and the spacious sky reigns over everything in azure glory.

The description of the highland evokes feelings of peace, an escape from the busy demands that pull me in several directions. It is like one of my fondest childhood memories during the summer, wind blowing through my hair, sun shining on my face and not a care in the world.

2. James C. Schaap, himself a writer, takes his students to Highland,

Where he asks them to use the setting as a writing prompt. What

Could students learn from the experience? Why?

I believe they could learn to take a minute or a break to really take in all the beauty around them without any outside disturbances and truly experience the awe of where they were at.

3. Schaap concludes the essay by saying that his students’ presence in

Highland on September 11 was “a kind of blessing.” What does

he mean?

I think the on the day of 9-11, them being where they were and experiencing what they did, sheltered them from the horror on T.V. and all around that horrible day. They did later that day find out of the tragedy but at least they will have had experienced a piece of beauty and peace amongst the chaos and pain.

4. What do you think the writer is trying to say in the last several lines?

I believe he is saying that you can experience peace and still see the beauty in things despite whats going on around you.

WCA #1 CH.3 Question 1

1. Author Ken Macrorie claims that "Good writing is formed partly
through plan and partly through accident." Do you agree? Why or
why not? Relate Macrorie’s idea to your own writing experiences.
How carefully do you plan? How much do you leave to accident?
I would have to agree with Ken Macrorie. I did a paper on a specific song by a specific artist and in the process of researching the history of the song I discovered so much more than I even set out to do. With the song I chose which was Samba Pa Ti, I ended up learning about the history of the samba dance, how and where it originated and that is was a form of expression through both music and dance. The paper I did definitely was a better piece because of what I discovered and when I set out to do the paper I had no Idea of the history I would discover.

Outline for Introduction Unit

The writing process (Introducton unit)           

I.          Just how much thought & preparation goes into writing?

A.        There are several steps in the writing process and all are important if you want to write a good piece.

B.         Its important to pick your topic and decide what you want to convey to your reader.

C.        Its important to read, review, edit and make the necessary changes.

II.        Planning - How much planning & what kind of planning are necessary before I can start my writing?

A.        You will need to pick a subject, know your audience and do the necessary research to do a thorough and effective job.

B.         Its also important to know or decide your purpose for your writing.

C.        You can use several different methods for getting your ideas onto paper or deciding what areas of importance you would like to focus on.

III.       Drafting - Is drafting really important or necessary?

A.        Drafting is a great way to check your writing for any corrections that need to be made.

B.         You can proofread your draft and make sure you have the correct structure for your writing.

C.        Use a drafting checklist for a guide.

IV.       Revising, Editing, Proofreading- Are revising, editing and proofreading the same thing?

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A.        With revising it’s not important to pay attention to grammar so much as it is to make sure your ideas and voice are heard as well as organized properly.

B.         With editing and proofreading it’s important to check for sentence structure as well as misleading or biased words.

C.        Spelling and punctuation need to be correct as well.

Where do you stand with regard to Writting?

Where do you stand with regard to writing?
Feet
1. What do I stand for as a foundation?
My foundation of my writing stems from my ideas, thoughts, feelings or view on a specific topic or subject depending on what the writing is based on.
Stomach
2. What upsets me about writing?
What can be upsetting to me is when I start to write about something and I tend to ramble on a bit and then have to somehow go back and condense or omit from my writing.
Heart
3. What do I love about writing?
I love to express my ideas and perspectives on issues and I love to hear other peoples as well.
Hands
4. What do I feel about writing?
I feel writing is a very important tool & is a form of therapy, especially during the free writing process.
Ears
5. What do I hear about writing?
I hear writing is a good way to get ideas, feelings and thoughts out onto paper and then you can go back and get them organized.
Eyes
6. What do I see about writing?
I see that I use writing a lot so that I can get my thoughts on paper and to help me stay organized.
Brain
7. What do I think about writing?
I think writing is an important tool for a lot of different reasons, depending on what you’re writing about and what you do with your writing.

Reflection for Introduction Unit The Writing Process

                                   The first unit of the textbook reviewed the necessary steps of the writing process. I liked how the chapters were divided up and how all the important components of a good writing were reviewed. Some of the information was review, but even despite that it was good review. I found that there are a lot of good points that were discussed in all the areas of writing as far as the do’s and don’ts. I found it very helpful and brought quite a bit of some of my own errors to my attention, even things that I didn’t give much thought about before or realize I was doing in error.

                                       In the first unit it covered descriptive words that were acceptable when describing an individual’s job title to even the ethnicity. It covered basic sentence structure and pointed out overuse of words, and also went over the passive and aggressive approach to a subject. I really want to start putting more of the skills I have learned in this unit into practice.