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Hello readers! My name is Amanda and I am a college student majoring in English and Journalism. I am also a member of competitive collegiate forensics. As a junior, I have seen many performances in this activity that have personally affected me or someone I know. Each weekend I compete, I learn something new that I would love to share. Through this blog, I'll be examining and advocating for various speeches/topics that were presented during competition, that way others can learn how they too, can help make a difference. For more information about this activity, view the first blog.

Monday, February 15, 2010

Valentine's Day about appreciating others

The week of Valentine’s Day keeps the thoughts of relationships in the minds of many.

With this day emphasizing love, this one passionate emotion has different meanings for each individual.

It’s about appreciation.

Appreciation for family, friends and significant others.

While the concept of a romantic love is typically the main focus of this holiday, it is imperative to remember that love does come in many forms.

It is only through the relationships we form that we truly learn the impact of one individual on our lives, whether this is a romantic relationship or not.

In the poem, The Crickets Have Arthritis, Shane Koyczan highlights the significance one person can have on the lives of others.

Through appreciation and lessons we learn from others, we, as individuals, are able to further understand ourselves.

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