Alexis G. Garcia's Blog – April 2012 Archive (3)

Q: I want to go to the movies with my friends, but my mom says no. How do I convince her to let me go?

A: Well first, ask your mom why she does not want you to go. Have you done anything recently that has upset her? Talk to her about it if so. To ensure that you get to go, talk to your mom about the importance of going out with your friends to the movies. Talk about how big the movie is and how you just need some time with your friends.

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Q: I’m going out with someone and they are pressuring me to do some things I’m not ready should I listen and do it?

A: Well first off, pressure is never a good sign. It all depends on how long you've been with the person. If it's only been a short time and they are pressuring you, then that's a very bad thing. If it's been a while and they are starting to pressure you, that is also bad. You should not listen to them because they do not own you. You have your own mind and have the…

It is evident that Racism is alive and well today. It was not just a thing of the past in the times of the 60s and such. It exists today in our neighborhoods. There is a war against miniorities today. The color of your skin and the type of clothing you wear can show cause as to why you deserve to die. Take Trayvon Martin for example. He was just a regular 17 year old African American kid in Sanford, Florida. Florida is one of the most racist states. Anyways, a so called "Neighborhood…