Enduring English 110

There are several movies I have seen countless times that I could have chosen for this essay. With the holidays approaching, I thought a Christmas movie would be fitting. "The Grinch" is a classic tale, and the film is truly wonderful. In my opinion, it’s the best choice, closely followed by "Die Hard," of course! This essay proved to be a bit of a challenge, as I had to adhere to specific criteria for reviewing movies, and finding how "The Grinch" fits into those categories was initially a struggle. However, I believe I focused on the main categories that highlight what makes this movie so special. "The Grinch" is a family-friendly film that includes some fun adult jokes, which always enhances children's movies! Additionally, having Jim Carrey play the main character adds to the film’s charm, as he brings a unique blend of obnoxiousness and humor to every role he takes on.

Narrowing down the topic for my essay was extremely challenging. We were given 100 topics to choose from, and there were countless others we could research. I ultimately decided to write about Death with Dignity. Having worked in the medical field since 2013—starting as a nurse aide and now serving as a practical nurse—I have witnessed many patients who are utterly miserable on their deathbeds for months, or even years. These individuals are not themselves; they are not living happy, fulfilling lives. Many are only lucid for a few hours each week, and most do not want to be alive. They often feel like burdens to their caregivers and families. I believe that many of them would prefer to pass away peacefully on their own terms. This realization struck me deeply. If I were in their position, I would want the same thing. Once I settled on this topic, the rest of the essay came together easily. I clearly understood my argument, conducted thorough research to support my perspective, and orga...

 I initially thought writing a narrative essay would be incredibly difficult. How do I even begin? First, I need to think of an interesting experience from my life—there are countless options. I should narrow it down to what would captivate other people; there are probably four standout moments. I believe writing about something meaningful to me, especially if it includes an interesting twist, would work best.  As a firefighter and EMT, I had a night filled with tension while trying to save a life—specifically, a female life. I need to highlight the key details that led up to the outcome of the call, which ultimately resulted in two fatalities. It was a powerful and gut-wrenching experience that made for a strong essay.