In the article "Scenes from a Beautiful Life" plane crash survivor Stephanie Nelson tells of her journey to recovery.
The authors of this article are Cathy Free and Alicia Dennis for People Magazine. People Magazine is celebrity and human interest magazine that was first published in 1974.
The context: Stephanie Nelson and her husband Christian went for a plane ride one summer afternoon in Arizona. They crashed and Stephanie's face was destroyed with burns that covered 80 percent of her body. Three years later, her life has normalized and she has accepted the tragedy that happened to her and her family. The Purpose: Stephanie Nelson had to discover what made life worth living after her appearance had altered so significantly. She learned that despite all the pain and despair, it is important to move on and find joy in simple things. It is what is in side that makes a person beautiful. This article was written for readers of People magazine. The rhetorical elements used are narration and usage of quotes from Nelson's blog. The authors use narration to offer an emotional interpretation of what life was like for Nelson after the crash. For example, "She recognized her vivid green eyes, but the face gazing back at her was that of a stranger" (1). Quotes from Nelson's blog were also used to give readers a look at what exactly Nelson was thinking during her recovery. The readers get to know Nelson better and sympathize with her hardships. It also lets us see what life was like then, and how good life is for her now. The authors were successful. The article was very moving and had a very inspiring message.
This article was found in April 2 issue of People Magazine.
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Sunday, March 18, 2012
AOW March 18
The article entitled “Is Your Purse Making You Sick?” explains that because purses often go everywhere with women- to the bathroom, the floor, the gym, they can carry tens of thousands of germs.
The author of this article is Elizabeth Shimer Bowers. Bowers is a freelance writer and covers a variety of topics including health and ghost writing. This article was found on Everyday Health.
The purpose of this article was to inform women that their purses can contain bacteria and germs. To solve this problem, it was explained that it is important to keep your purse out of bacteria danger zones and to practice good hygiene. Context: Women’s purses are an extension of themselves, but they may contain germs that are harmful to their health. The audience intended for this article are women and readers of Everyday Health. Rhetorical elements used include: appeal to ethos and listing of information. Bowers interviewed many doctors for this article who explained the science behind this problem and also practical solutions. For example: “The germs most likely to live on your purse? ‘ “Primarily bacteria, including staph and E. coli species, which can result in infections,” ’ says Susan Stuart, MD, a dermatologist at La Jolla Dermatology in California.” Bowers also had a list of solutions which makes it easier for the audience to see the main points. I never actually thought about how dirty my purse is. This article was definitely a wake up call and I will try to be more aware of where I place my purse.
The author of this article is Elizabeth Shimer Bowers. Bowers is a freelance writer and covers a variety of topics including health and ghost writing. This article was found on Everyday Health.
The purpose of this article was to inform women that their purses can contain bacteria and germs. To solve this problem, it was explained that it is important to keep your purse out of bacteria danger zones and to practice good hygiene. Context: Women’s purses are an extension of themselves, but they may contain germs that are harmful to their health. The audience intended for this article are women and readers of Everyday Health. Rhetorical elements used include: appeal to ethos and listing of information. Bowers interviewed many doctors for this article who explained the science behind this problem and also practical solutions. For example: “The germs most likely to live on your purse? ‘ “Primarily bacteria, including staph and E. coli species, which can result in infections,” ’ says Susan Stuart, MD, a dermatologist at La Jolla Dermatology in California.” Bowers also had a list of solutions which makes it easier for the audience to see the main points. I never actually thought about how dirty my purse is. This article was definitely a wake up call and I will try to be more aware of where I place my purse.
Sunday, March 11, 2012
AOW March 11
In the article. “Moms of Boys Are Jealous Shrews, So Here's a Contract for Your Son's Future Wife” Jenny Isenman describes the tasks a daughter in law must take to show appreciation to the mother in law. Isenman is a humor columnist for a blog at suburban jungle.com. The purpose of this article was to be ridiculous and to show that mothers are very attached to their sons. Daughter in laws should be sensitive to the fact that they “took away” someone’s son and should go to extremes to appreciate their mother in laws. The audience intended for this article are readers of Huff Post and in general, women. The rhetorical element mainly used is exaggeration. For example: “My husband has told me time and time again to cut the cord... no f*****g way! I'm waiting until that thing rots and falls off” (1) and “If he's 40 and wants me to lie with him and scratch his arm, I'll be all "Move over, Megan," or whatever his unappreciative, son-stealing wife's name is” (2). Isenman is annoyingly pessimistic. Sure, she really loves her son, but maybe she’ll also really love her daughter in law? Why does there have to be competition between a mother and daughter in law? She’s just being childish and truthfully, I feel sorry for whatever kind woman marries her son. She most likely wrote this article to make all those mommies out there laugh, but to me, she just looks a bit insane. Isenman: calm down. Your son will never cut you out of his life…unless you continue with these obsessive thoughts. Your son is five years old. Don’t forget that.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jenny-isenman/moms-of-boys_b_1320116.html?icid=maing-grid7|main5|dl13|sec1_lnk2%26pLid%3D142553
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jenny-isenman/moms-of-boys_b_1320116.html?icid=maing-grid7|main5|dl13|sec1_lnk2%26pLid%3D142553
Sunday, March 4, 2012
AOW March 5
In the article, “Controversial Kids Movies” certain Disney and Pixar films are examined for having hidden (racy) messages.
The article was posted on Moviefone.com which is a website that gives movie listings and information on movies.
This article was written in response to several allegations that arose because of what some people believed were inappropriate scenes.
The purpose of this article was to show the ridiculousness in some accusations. It proved that the kids films are usually just kids films- with no hidden meanings on feminism, sexism or smoking. These films do nothing to corrupt teens, despite what some parents may believe.
The author of this article used the rhetorical devices of humor and description. The author successfully undermines and makes fun of the allegations. For example, “It took only two weeks before conservative critics began perpetrating the idea that the recently released "Muppets" movie was a vehicle used to brainwash your children into being anti-oil and anti-one-percent. Of course, it's no surprise that Miss Piggy got the last laugh on that” (1). The writer also gave a summary of the scene so that the audience is on the same page. For example, “This episode of Disney sex conspiracies involves everyone's favorite Shakespeare adaptation, "The Lion King." During the film, there's a scene where Simba looks off into the night sky and sees what appears to be the word "SEX" scrawled in stars. However, the animators stated that it actually says "SFX," standing for special effects” (2). The writer also supplied the actual photo so that the audience could make an opinion of it themselves.
The audience intended for this article is people who enjoy movies, in this case, specifically the kid kind. Also, people who go on moviefone.com.
The writer was successful. He/she provided the necessary information, used a humorous tone so that the audience could infer she was mocking the allegations and at the same time, allowed the audience to form their own opinions.
http://news.moviefone.com/2012/02/28/controversial-kids-movies_n_1307421.html?1330538186&just_reloaded=1#s735609&title=The_Lion_King
The article was posted on Moviefone.com which is a website that gives movie listings and information on movies.
This article was written in response to several allegations that arose because of what some people believed were inappropriate scenes.
The purpose of this article was to show the ridiculousness in some accusations. It proved that the kids films are usually just kids films- with no hidden meanings on feminism, sexism or smoking. These films do nothing to corrupt teens, despite what some parents may believe.
The author of this article used the rhetorical devices of humor and description. The author successfully undermines and makes fun of the allegations. For example, “It took only two weeks before conservative critics began perpetrating the idea that the recently released "Muppets" movie was a vehicle used to brainwash your children into being anti-oil and anti-one-percent. Of course, it's no surprise that Miss Piggy got the last laugh on that” (1). The writer also gave a summary of the scene so that the audience is on the same page. For example, “This episode of Disney sex conspiracies involves everyone's favorite Shakespeare adaptation, "The Lion King." During the film, there's a scene where Simba looks off into the night sky and sees what appears to be the word "SEX" scrawled in stars. However, the animators stated that it actually says "SFX," standing for special effects” (2). The writer also supplied the actual photo so that the audience could make an opinion of it themselves.
The audience intended for this article is people who enjoy movies, in this case, specifically the kid kind. Also, people who go on moviefone.com.
The writer was successful. He/she provided the necessary information, used a humorous tone so that the audience could infer she was mocking the allegations and at the same time, allowed the audience to form their own opinions.
http://news.moviefone.com/2012/02/28/controversial-kids-movies_n_1307421.html?1330538186&just_reloaded=1#s735609&title=The_Lion_King
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