Speech On Vacation Transition Syndrome

      Each of us experiences transitions in our lives. Some of these changes are small, like moving from one school semester to the next. Other times these changes are major, like the transition between youth and adulthood. In Joyce Carol Oates' "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?", the author dramatizes a real life crime story to examine the decisive moment people face when at the crossroads between the illusions and innocence of youth and the uncertain future.

This year’s family vacation was one for the books. With my aunt living in Tennessee, we do not get together as often as we would like so my family decided to go to Nashville, Tennessee. When we started our trip, it was 6 a.m. and it was nothing short of fun and laughter along the way. Never having been to Tennessee before, I figured I’d enjoy the eight-hour ride of sight-seeing and laughter with my family. When we were a few miles into the trip, the mountains of Georgia were breathtaking. While I was enjoying the scenery, another thing that I found enjoyable about this trip was the conversation that I had with my family. We went on talking about life in general, all the struggles, and childhood memories that we had. We even talked about years

When the word “vacation” is mentioned, everyone instantly thinks of a great time. There are no classes, no work, no chores, and most importantly, no worries. However, this isn’t always the case, especially with my family. We decided to set out on an adventure to Virginia Beach this past April. The events that took place were benign but, the trip itself was a little bit of a struggle due to the chain of unpredictable events.

For a college student, there’s no feeling quite like the joy of heading home for Thanksgiving break (1-Archetypes). Sure, Christmas break is longer and definitely has more presents, but Thanksgiving break is at just the perfect time in the middle of the semester; right before the chaos of finals and right when the agony of missing home is starting to become unbearable. I definitely felt this way during my first semester away from home. The days leading up to the break were full of exciting jitters and anticipation. Finally, just a day before classes officially let out for the break, my mom and brother pulled up to my dorm after their nine-hour drive to Alpine, Texas, ready to pack me up and haul me back to Houston.

Regretfully we left Alcove Springs and go to Fort Kearney. The break was well needed even if it was only for two days. We are already four days into the eleven day trip. I would be happier if we were at least halfway, but that's not how it works. My feeling of happiness disappeared over the first two days of traveling, now I'm as miserable and as negative as ever. I can tell the others share these feelings as we move onward. I have blisters that are bare and raw, and my kids have sore feet and ache of walking. To make matters better, or worse, in my husband’s eyes, we needed stop for a while to fix the tongue of our wagon. It just snapped almost in half when we were trying to move over a particularly steep hill. It was hanging on by a thread

During Spring Break, I was able to make changes to my paper. I was able to finish my methodology, make edits by contacting my mentors and editors, and I am currently concluding my findings and research analysis. I also able to study and develop a better knowledge regarding qualified immunity (in regards to the Fourth Amendment and protection for police officers), police training (in regards to reasonable/excessive force), the rating at which African Americans are being killed by police, and last but not least, the corruption and power that lies beneath the criminal justice system. In terms of force, the issue is that the amount of force used to subdue an unwilling criminal is a judgment call by a police officer. There is no universally accepted

In this hyper­-connected world, it can be exhilarating to purposefully carve out time just for you. I usually tell my family and friends I am “going off the grid” to unplug from social media, phones, e­mail, and any apparatus that buzzes, beeps, rings, or needs charging. Absorb the moment by taking in new sights, smells, bells and whistles, textures, and tastes of another environment. It can be another city, country, or neighborhood. Become “fully present” to the new details around you to expand your consciousness to different ways of living. Ask yourself, What can I learn from this experience? Your loved ones will be ready to welcome you back when you re­emerge with a new lease on life!

On the weekends I hang out with my friends, go to the movies, and then prepare for the next day.

Two weeks with the same group of people and the same reoccurring activities turns out to be some of my most enjoyable weeks out of the year. Two weeks in which I disconnect myself from the world. Two weeks in which I could have missed the biggest sports game of the year or the biggest news of the year. Instead, I had the opportunity to reconnect with people who I don't often see, but are still so important in my life. I was solely able to worry about what was happening on Canoe Lake the people who were with me at Canoe

These past couple of weeks have been crazy with school, clubs, and sorority. It has been very overwhelming, but some how I managed to keep up with everything. Even though my schedule has been crazy I have found time to enjoy things that I like. I have been adding a run to my day to help me relax and get some quiet time. This past weekend I went to Rhode Island to visit my boyfriend that I haven't seen in two months. I have never been to Rhode Island so I was a tourist for the weekend. I went to Newport and walked around the whole town all day. I haven’t had that much fun in awhile. The weekend went so fast. I did not do much for Halloween. All we did was make s’mores, eat candy, and watch scary Halloween movies. In a way I wish I could move

Approximately 33% or a third of all families in the United States will go on a family vacation this year. Family vacations when you break it down is entirely for the parents. Parents and their children are stressed during the school year, whether it's providing for the family or homework. Family vacations may be stress reducing or enhancing depending on where you go, who you’re going with, and why you’re going.

The only sound that filled my ears was my keyboard clicking as my fingers raced across it. I had been procrastinating from finishing this assignment all evening, but I knew I needed to get it done. The burning sunset was shining through the windows as I was finishing up. It was a peaceful silence, until I heard the soft whispers of my parents that ignited my sense of curiosity. I was concentrating hard; doing my best trying to make out the hushed words that were being spoken.

Planning in advance and thoroughly for your vacation is the best way to enjoy your vacation when the time to go finally arrives. As long as you have planned correctly by reserving your room, purchasing your supplies, and packing properly, you will have a fabulous and worry free vacation. You and the whole family will be able to enjoy your time away, and you will make many memories to enjoy because you took all the stress and worry out of your vacation by properly planning the trip. Later on, you will be able to reminisce about all the great times you had with your

Spending quality time with family is one of my favorite childhood memories, whether it was spending time outdoors, playing ping pong, or watching a movie. My most meaningful family memory came from our vacation to Colorado back in 2004; yes, 2004. Although I don’t remember all of the events that transpired, I’m able to recall most of the memorable events that took place. It was a cool, misty morning in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, and I could distinctly hear the unmistakable elk calls that echoed through the mountains. The breeze gently scraped my face as I got into the car to begin the first day of our family vacation in Colorado. I could hear the car tires gently humming on the road during this cool, foggy, Colorado morning. As I looked past the lanky pine trees, glistening drops of dew formed on the tall grass, dancing with the wind. As we moved further down the road, I could see the tip of the sun barely begin to peek over the steep, snowy mountain peaks; however, the sun was soon covered by the misty Colorado clouds. This was it: our family vacation!

Most people that have gone to Orlando for holidays, ended with good memories. I’m not the exception. The resorts, the parks, and the restaurant make Orlando the best place to enjoy for the whole family. My last holiday with my nephew in The Wall Disney World Resort was the best time of our life for my family and me.