Where's that copy of emoticons illustrated? (Journal 8)

I chose my "sad" picture for 2 reasons; one because it is a rusty pipe which I associate with being sad, and two for the literal reason that it is a sad face.

I chose my "scared" picture simply for the literal reason. It is of a child hiding behind a pole with a terrified look on her face.

I chose my "angry" picture because if you look very closely, the flower has an "angry" expression in it.

I chose my "joyous" picture because when I think of the word joyous, I think of my friends and I have a good time laughing until we cry.

I chose my "uninspired" picture because although it is a very good photograph, it is very plain. Nothing really came to mind when I saw it; I was not inspired.

I'm for it...wait...I mean, I'm against it! (Journal 7)

Ransom Note (Journal 6)

Arrow heaven. (Journal 4)

I found these arrows on my way to work yesterday. They are very common and they signify if you're in the left lane you can only turn left, if you're in the middle lane you can turn left or go straight, and if you're in the right lane you can only turn right.

I also found this arrow on my way to work. It signifies that if you are in this lane, you will be exiting towards the 89 North heading to Page.

This is another arrow I found on my way to work. It signifies that the lane to the right is merging onto the road you are on.

This arrow is kind of hard to see but it is the symbol of a u-turn with a red slash through it. It signifies that u-turns are not allowed in that area.

This is yet another arrow I found on my way to work. It signifies that a sharp turn is coming up ahead.

I also found this arrow on my way to work. It signifies that there is a u shaped turn coming up and the recommended speed around it is 30 mph.

I found this arrow in my apartment complex. It signifies that the areas/parking spaces to the left and right of the sign are tow away zones if you are not authorized to park there.

I am not sure why, but this was one of my favorite arrows that I found, I guess just because there are so many that point you in different directions. They all signify where you are headed.

I found this arrow when I was out running errands the other day. It signifies that if you are turning right, it is okay to do so.

This is another arrow I found when I was out running errands yesterday. It signifies that as you pull out onto this road, there is only one direction/way you can go...the way the arrow is pointing.

These arrows are my blinkers in my car. They signify whether you are going to turn left or right, depending which blinker you turn on. It alerts people of your actions before you do it (that is if you actually use your blinker).

Also, after reading this article, one sentence really stood out to me; "I started looking for arrows and soon I couldn’t seem to avoid them." Mostly because I completely agree with this statement. After doing this assignment, even a day after, I am still constantly looking for arrows and seeing them everywhere without even realizing it.

Symbols all around you. (Journal 3)

These are all the pictures I took of my voyage to work. Starting from the top; Ruby Tuesday is where I work, although this is not the location I work at. I forgot to take a picture of the location I work at when I went in yesterday. The picture below that is of the exit that I have to get off at, off I-40 in order to get to work. The picture below that is another sign of the exit that I have to get off at in order to get to my work. The one after that is a picture of the sign of the interstate that I have to take from my apartment to get to work in a timely manner. The picture after that is a sign on the I-40, stating that elk may be present for the next 25 miles so I always make sure that I am paying attention to the road and not speeding. The picture after that is the first exit that I have to take in order to head in the right direction to work. The one after that is a picture of the stop sign in my apartment complex, that might as well be more of a suggestion or may as well be a yield sign because no one actually ever stops at it. The picture below that is of the welcome mat outside of my apartment door. I have 2 roommates, both girls, therefore we thought a colorful flowery mat was appropriate :) The picture underneath that is of the emblem of my car that I drive to work and other places around town. Underneath that picture is a picture of the parking lot that I am allowed to park in at my apartment complex. After that picture, there is a picture of the gravel that I have to walk through in order to get to the parking lot. Last but not least, is a picture of the stairs to and from my apartment building. Although sometimes our apartment makes my roommates and I climb a ladder or other foolish ways to get into our apartment.

Can you get curds at the deli down the street? (Journal 2)

Journal 1

What everyone thinks I am...a girly girl that is scared of everything, that needs make-up and accessories all the time. Just because I present myself well and enjoy getting ready when I go out, I am seen as a girly girl that doesn't like the outdoors, sports, or anything that involves being active. In fact, everyone is wrong. I can be all of these things but I love sports, the outdoors, and being active. Yes, I do love being girly but I also enjoy the fine things in life. I chose this image because it is filled with make-up, nail polish, perfume, and jewelry...all cliches of a "girly girl".

What I see myself as...a girly girl that knows when to be girly and when to be "one of the guys". Being outdoors and playing sports is probably my all time favorite thing in the world. I love going to the creek with friends, playing tennis in the sun on a warm summer day, hiking, mountain biking, all of the above. Although these are all my favorite pass times, I do enjoy getting dressed up, curling my hair, putting make-up on and having a good time with friends. I am a down-to-earth, sweet, and caring person. I chose this picture because it looks calm, yet pretty and fun at the same time.