Mary Beth's Life: A Brief Summary

Based on her research and documentation, Mary Beth Norton provides a clear argument that men during this time period carried a strong dependence for women in order to prosper. At one point in the book, Mary Beth Norton brings up an economic crisis when women decided to boycott drinking tea. “Male leaders recognized that they needed women’s cooperation to ensure that Americans would comply with the request to forgo the use of tea and luxury goods until the act was repealed.” (157) This particular protest displays the importance of female consumerism. During this time period, though men often saw women as their inferior, women were an important asset in making clothing. “Furthermore, the manufactories afforded women the opportunity to learn demanding

Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune has paved the way for african-american adolescents, like myself, to live a life of greater quality. Being born of slaves, no one imagined that her values would manifest into a prestigious Historically Black College/University. From toiling in fields with her family, to becoming the president of an accredited college was a huge accomplishment for blacks at the time. Mary Bethune’s prosperity didn’t conclude with the commencement of her own distinguished university, but she became a national leader. The National Association of Colored Women became popularized for advocating the enhancement of colored women in society. In this organization, Bethune served as Florida chapter president from 1917 to 1925. Her duties included:

Mary McLeod Bethune will be remembered as “One of the nation's leading educators and activists.” Born as Mary Jane McLeod, she was 1 out of the 17 children of former slaves. Poverty gripped the family, so everyone toiled in the fields. When a missionary opened a school for African-Americans, Bethune became the one and only child in her family to go to

We have all heard of Mary, Queen of Scots on at least one occasion throughout our lives, regardless of if we recall hearing about her or not. Mary, not to be confused with the notorious Bloody Mary, became one of the most notable queens in history thanks to her eventful life that was filled with love, death, and plenty of conspiracy. Mary,

In the background, there are houses of a 21st century style of living in the suburbs, making the setting familiar and relatable and allows the audience to feel connected to Mary. Therefore, the emotions and thoughts of Mary is as she comprehends Gods wishes can be further understood.

There were many people who impacted social work in a number of ways. For example, people like Dorothea Dix, and Jane Addams are well known for their great contributions to the social work field. However, Mary McLeod Bethune is different she changed the world and was a huge advocate for education and African Americans. Mary stood up for her rights, women 's rights and advocated for African Americans in a number of ways. According to the Teaching Eleanor Roosevelt Glossary (1875), “Mary McLeod Bethune was one of the most important African American women of the first half of the twentieth century” (paragraph 1). The Eleanor Roosevelt Glossary (1875) found “she was also known as one of the most powerful women” (paragraph 1). Also The Eleanor Roosevelt Glossary stated, “People knew her as the “First Lady of the Struggle” (1875), but they did not explain how she received the name.

At the beginning of Sarah Polley’s 2013 Stories We Tell, a quote by Margret Atwood appears and states that, “In the end, we’ll all become stories” (Polley). This quote leads to the main message of the film involving storytelling and the profound significance it carries in life. As memories form, we reflect on them and the stories that accumulate from those memories begin to define us. The film begins with Polley presenting her storytellers, who are all part of the family. She simply asks her family to tell the story, from the beginning, of her mother Diane. They have their own way of disclosing facts about Diane, but it’s how each person uniquely tells the story that is most interesting. Whether filled with pleasure, sorrow, or regret, each subject individually describes Diane’s life. This reveals that how one is remembered or even currently portrayed is established through the memories of others, mysteries and all. Through the use of intimate interviews of her family members, Polley successfully investigates the reconstruction of her mother's existence. The memories and stories families collectively tell, even if they are unclear, are what define the truth.

It all began when I got a letter from my boyfriend, Mark Fossie. He wanted to ship me over to the war in Vietnam. Mark sent me the money to go. I was not sure about the idea at first, the more I thought about it the more I wanted to go. An exciting new place, new experiences, an adventure. My life here is boring and I have missed Mark since he left. Six weeks after his letter, I arrive in Vietnam. It is so overwhelming in this new place although it is kind of exhilarating, it makes me feel very alive.

Chapter 3 surveyed a wide variety of interpretations of the story of Martha and Mary. I particularly appreciated William Carter's analysis of Martha and Mary's story. He likens these sister's partnership as one in ministry. Some people tend to be like Mary whereas others have a tendency to be more like Martha - incline to let the business of our lives of service distract us from reserving time to spend with Jesus. As the conversation between Jesus, Martha, and Mary persist, it is interesting to note that Jesus mildly admonishes Martha for being concerned (not for serving), while service is a good thing, sitting at Jesus' feet is a better choice.

It's been a spectacular ten years here at the school of St. Mary’s. I remember my first day of pre-school. As I walked in the PGC with my size 2 gym shoes and my button down red shirt, I had no clue what was waiting for me here at the school of St. Mary’s. All the awesome memories I would make such as playing soccer every day at recess, first communion in my suit and tie with all my friends, Mr. D playing basketball with us at recess, Mr. Head making awesome plays in the 8th grade volleyball game, and also all the other amazing memories St. Mary's gave to me that I'll never forget.

Before reading this book, I did not really know much about it. I decided I wanted to do a biography, so I researched the top biographies. I read that this book is very heart touching, shocking, and raw. I want to learn what this girl has been going through and if we have any of the same problems. I chose this book because it has many positive reviews and by just reading the summary it sucked me in.

Sarah, after hearing the news, told Cate that it was our family’s lack of faith—and specifically, Cate’s lack of faith—that caused the baby to die. We did not “claim” God’s healing for Hannah, and if we had done so she would have been born alive. The suffering from Hannah’s death was magnified by Sarah’s assertions, and our family is still grappling with both. It has broken my mother’s heart, caused my father to believe his lack of faith killed his grandchild, and made Cate suffer more than she

“I wanted to tell Sarah more, but I didn’t want to say more until we hear what pastor Flowers had to say.” Mother Sarah

In her memoir, she shares how she carries the burden of her husband’s death with faith and hope in God.

The family is catholic and some different biblical events are used to symbolize different events that occur in the family. The mention of an angel coming to Mary to tell her she was pregnant (Chapter 2, page 11) symbolized how it took a miracle for the girl’s father to allow them to go to school. Maria Teresa gaining a soul (Chapter 3) symbolized how she came to be more of a woman and accepted into the family. It wasn’t until after her communion that she was accepted into Minerva’s circle of loyalty and secrets. The symbolism of Christ’s resurrection in three days (Chapter 10) was used as a false ideology and instead of getting a resurrection another member of her family was taken