I Movie Final Project

I have had trouble figuring out what to do for my I movie. Having time to think about it and speaking to different people, I realized why dont I do something about my culture. Growing up around the Middle-Eastern culture, my mom cooked a lot of arabic food. Both my grandmothers are amazing cooks, and they both have a passion for it. They put so much love into food. Not all people appreciate different cultures, but I do. It is such a pretty thing. Everyone is raised differently and everyone is raised on eating different foods not matter where you are from. I love trying new things. Everything is made with love since it is made by hand.

A few weeks ago in my Art Appreciation class, five Saudi-Arabian Muslim students came and spoke with  us about the beauty of art, and their culture. They brought in food, and they taught the class how to write in arabic. I was so shocked to see how many students were involved, but I was also shocked to see the students that were being disrespectful to them. They speak little English, so it was hard enough to communicate to the class. They took the time to make food and bring it in. They also took the time to present to us and I can imagine how hard it was for them.  I really enjoyed listening to them because I could relate to some of the things they were saying. I wish that everyone gave people respect about their culture.  We are all adults now. We are in college, we are no longer in high school. Everyone is different. The different cultures and languages are so fascinating. Try something new, that you have never tried before. Eat something you have never aten before, and try to speak a language you have never spoken before. Put yourself in their shoes. They are just like us, learning new things. Imagine if you went to another country and couldn't speak or undersand their language. It would be very hard and frustrating but also a learning experience. If you really think about it, it would be a struggle for you to adapt in a new culture just like it's a struggle for them to adapt to ours. My point is to try something new, and be open to other people's cultures. You will learn something you have never learned before.

Tragedy of The Innocent Hooded Boy

Trayvon Martin, a 17 year old African American boy was shot and killed by George Zimmerman. On February 26, 2012, Martin was walking through a gated community while talking on the phone with his girlfriend. His hood was up and he looked suspicious. Zimmerman started following Martin and called the police. The police told him not to follow him and let him be until they arrive. Martin noticed that someone had been following him, so he ran. Zimmerman than shot and killed Martin. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Eyewitnesses said that they heard a cry for help and a gunshot. Martin was unarmed. He had a pack of skittles and a bottle of ice tea. So Zimmerman shot Martin because he had his hood up and looked suspicious? A little ridiculous if you ask me. Zimmerman stated that he shot him in self defense. I am confused on what self defense he is speaking of?  Sadly, the police did not arrest him. They believed Zimmerman acted out in self defense.

A week later, Martins family demanded officials that the release the 911 call tapes and to arrest Zimmerman but officials said no.  There have been questionable police conduct. Chief Billy Lee stated that there was no evidence to arrest Zimmerman. But where are the eye witnesses and why haven't they come forward yet? There have been several petitions for Zimmermans arrest, but no action has been taken. A 16 year old girl, allegedly known as Martin's girlfriend told Martin's family that she was on the phone with him while everything happened.  I do not think enough is being done for this innocent boy and his family. This is clearly an act of racism. Officials do not seem to care about the murder of an innocent boy. Zimmerman lied and told police that Martin knocked him out and repeatedly slammed his head into the ground. A little 17 year old boy slamming a huge older man into the ground? That doesn't make any sense to me.