Born or By Choice?

My Psychology teacher came upon the subject of gay/lesbian couples in society. Something he said set off a few students, first Devlyn, then Becky, and finally Matt. My teacher, Mr. Bay, informed us that being gay/lesbian was a choice said person made. His argument told us people decided to be gay/lesbian and therefore was... Devlyn, however, spoke up. (with courage, I may add, because Mr. Bay is really good at constructive arguments, such as this...) She told us people were born to be gay/lesbian. They have no choice, they think how they think and that's how it is. Becky agreed with Devlyn, placing additional ideas that aren't as important to the discussion. Matt, however, brought science into the discussion. He began describing the different chemicals in our bodies, and how when these chemicals are given off, you have urges.. And those who's chemicals give off for same sex are gay/lesbian.. therefore born with it. He also added several unimpressive examples that Mr. Bay proceeded to shoot down for their weakness.. Mr. Bay gave different reasons a person would become gay/lesbian.. (1. No need for opposing sex, 2. Influenced ideas from parents, both gay and streight, friends, others... 3. In search for a chance to see opposing sex, such as boys becoming gay so they can use the female locker room and see girls... etc...) He also added that due to the fact two men, or two women, failed to give birth to children on their own, they cannot be considered a family. He linked this to animals... saying a woman marrying a woman is like a woman marrying a horse. Neither can give birth to become a family. This discussion went on for a good amount of time, and really got me, and I'm sure everyone else, thinking about the subject...

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I would like your opinion. Are people gay/lesbian because they are born that way? Or is it their choice to become gay/lesbian for whatever reason, even if not listen above..? I personally know my opinion, and stand by it firmly, and if anyone wishes to know mine I can post a followup later about this discussion and include that. I do not wish to give that out now, though, just in case it somehow influences the feedback on this. But anyways... Give me some feedback, people! Just tell me your opinion, any reasons you have for feeling that way, any examples that led you to thinking that, anything related to the topic. Please no hate comments, I do not mean any disrespect towards gay/lesbian couples, as this is just a discussion.

Thanks for reading! (:

Pencil Sketch/ Phsychology

I'm getting so much inspiration from my art classes... The above sketch is what came out of it all! Now I'm working on perfecting faces in my drawing class, I'm working with oil pastels in painting, and helping the begining clay students wedge their clay in, yep, you guessed it.. clay class! (: My teacher even went as far as to let me spend my lunch in there! (the few friends I actually have, all go to a school program that eliminated their lunch time) So me and Mr. G spent lunch together today, and boy does the man like to talk... Everything from a friend sculpting brass, to some guy owning a hunting store, to him swearing to himself in his backyard one day! The guy's my alltime favorite teacher, and he trusts me so much from experice. I mean I've taken so many of his classes. (painting 3 times, clay 3 times, drawing twice, claymation once, and into to visual arts once) I guess you could call me dedicated...

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Thats right! I'm digging deep in my noodle in my Phsychology class. I'm absolutely loving it.. The fact that it is unlike any other class I've taken (in both material and the way it's presented) makes it fantabulicious.. and yes, its good enough to have words made up for it. My teacher is so funny, too! I have a good feeling I'm going to benefit from this class in a huge, personal way...

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I'm gonna say it again... any suggestions, I'm willing to hear them! I really want my blog to be something other than me talking about what I'm doing every day, because I have a feeling that will get boring. So, yeah, let me know! (:

Day One... Complete!

I've survived my first day as a Senior! Yay (: Not like I thought I wouldnt... But let's face it. Today was a long day.

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There's a thing at my school called "Senioritus" which is a 'disease' that seniors get. Apparently, it causes them to lose all motivation for school, and the work that comes with it, and tempts seniors to skip school and be lazy. I DO NOT believe in Senioritus... It's a load of bull fur (like my way around swearing?!?) and I feel there is no need for any person to settle for less than their best.

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I'm super psyched about my art classes! I have three in a row (with the exception of lunch thrown in there) and I'm excited to expand my skills! I will, if you feel you'd like that, post up some of my projects for you to see... I'd love feedback from another group of people! It can only help me improve.

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I've noticed I run out of topics to talk about very easily... If any of you have any suggestions on topics for me to discuss, just stick them in a comment and I'll get back to you or post about your topic. Absolutely anything is allowed (minus the obvious topics, such as my personal life in detail) and I really really hope to get some good ideas!!

A Long Awaited Update...

I realise I've been gone for a while, and I wish I hadn't been... but I'm back now, and there is so much to share...

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I have been informed recently that my grandfather is very ill... he has struggled with many different medical obsticles over the past 11 years, and it is now assumed that he won't last much longer. As a result of this, my mother, as well as a few of her sisters, have been staying there to keep an eye on him and manage his medication. I haven't seen my mom as much as I would like, but I understand where she needs to be. I hope if anyone else is in a similar situation that they are patient and take the time to try and understand what each person needs to do, as well as what they feel their responsibilities are... that is what I'm trying to do. But in the meantime, I help out as much as I can.

I love you, Papa... you're stronger than all of us combined, and that alone makes you my hero...

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Tomorrow is my first day of school... My last, first day of high school. The time as flown by so quickly, and I feel as if blinking will make this year go by without me even realising it. My goals for this year are to improve my artistic skills as well as get together some pieces for a portfolio, improve my school gpa, work on myself as a person, and grow up a little bit... I know, in the end, it'll all work out.

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I've hurt my best friend recently. It's a long story, one that I believe wouldn't be to interesting for a few bloggers checking in for a quick read. (yes, I do realise this post isn't exactly a 'quick read') In a general look at things, I was upset that he was forgetting about me a bit while talking to another friend of his. It was selfish of me, and I shouldn't have done such a thing. But now, I had the chance to catch a look at how he's doing, and it helped me realise what I should have been doing rather than what I was doing to him. I guess what I'm trying to say is... if you're getting mad at someone, a friend, family member... Before yelling at them, or ignoring them, or whatever it is you're doing, take a break and step back. Look at things from their point of view, and instead of looking out for yourself, look out for them. Help them if they're struggling, and try to understand they have things going on as well. Be patient (which is something I'm horrible at...) and be there for them. That's what I feel a friend should do.

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I went and visited my cousins for a week and a half (because they do live a few hours away) and while I was there, we visited a little antiques shop. The place was so beautiful to me. It almost seemed magical.. The stories of so many people, so many places, different times.. All wrapped up in a few walls with a door. Glass cups and plates and bowls, dolls, wall hangings, lamps, books, boxes, old toys... I couldn't even name everything, and I'll bet in the times we went in there, I didn't even see everything, not even close... In the end, I fell in love with a wooden box. Carved on the top and the sides, birds flying and plants and lines on the edges. It's a beautiful box, one that I'm now happy to say I own. If anyone wishes to see it, I can post a photo... Just let me know. (:

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One last thing.. Yes, I did change the look again. I have a feeling I will be doing that a lot, but if anyone has any suggestions, just let me know. I want The Tip of a Star to be appealing to my followers, as well as visitors coming to say hello... (:

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So, that's about it! Any comments, you know where to put them.. and Thanks for reading!