In the movie “The Book Thief” directed by Brian Percival, the director creates images in our minds that relates to WW II. Families are broken apart due to their beliefs, young children are dying and many are unable to feel comfortable in their own country. The courageous young girl named Liesel has had so much sadness in her life and to her the world has gone mad. She has been assigned to live with strangers, and she has to try her best to be happy even though she has lost everything: “Imagine smiling after a slap in the face. Then think of doing it twenty-four hours a day” (Percival, The Book Thief). Liesel is trying her best to stay positive but it can be hard, it’s as if the smile on her face can be fake. Liesel’s first day of school is terrible: she is being bullied because of the fact she can’t read or write. Liesel gets caught by her Dad trying to read a book. Liesel’s Dad encourages her to read and this helps her to get her focus off the terrible things that are surrounding her. After a while, Liesel becomes great at reading and writing. Death says, “As always, one of her books was next to her” (Percival, The Book Thief). Reading helps to distract her from the tragedy that is happening around her. Liesel creates friendships through books, when she reads stories to her sick friend Max. Reading books has had such a big impact on her life she will do anything to read Including breaking in and stealing books from a rich family, with an amazing library. In the movie “The Book Thief” Brian Percival shows us that one can find strength in hard times by reading books and staying positive.
My new fitness goal is to be able to push myself more by adding more weight when bench pressing. I can achieve this goal by increasing the amount of weight on the bar and when I am exercising my arm muscles I can push myself more. I know I am achieving this goal when I am able to lift more and my pull ups are cleaner/smoother.
Cora’s will not Disappoint, Taste Buds Are Delighted!
Before planting your foot on the floorboards at Cora’s, a welcoming host rushes to greet us. It’s simple to follow their peaceful vibration to our table. After strolling through the maze of tables and chairs, the waiter kindly commands us to take our seats. Their menu is packed with options. The fragrance of ancient coffee confronts us but the succulent smell of fruit and rich maple syrup helps to balance the punch. The walls have a personality of their own, they obtain a different piece of art that whispers. The vibrant yellow walls instantly place us in a joyful mood. The background noise is like being a spy listing to others conversations underwater. The loud roar of the flames from the omelettes, demands attention and leads us in a trance. When picking up the frosty glass of delectable orange juice, it stings the tips of my fingers, but it successfully quenches my thirst. Their creamy Nutella Waffles are picture perfect. The sticky Nutella hugs the toasted waffle. On the side of the masterpiece is a party of creatively sliced and diced fruit. Your mouth drools at first glance. Once the first bite is taken my taste buds explode like fireworks on Canada day. Coras wont leave my mind because of the wonderful memories I have with my family there. This meal has been so satisfying it is worth every cent of the fifteen-dollar cost. Delightful!
