Articles written by Samantha Terrazas

Society & Lifestyle > Mythology & Folklore Greek mythology: Medusa: 4 of 9

Medusa: The Mistress of the West Gate of Death Medusa was once a fair maiden with captivating locks; but she had fallen victim to her own stunning beauty. Medusa had once been a priestess in Athena's temple but was sentenced to be a guard at the west gate of death. This was due to unfortunate circumstances between Neptune an...
Politics, News & Issues > Trash & Recycling Rubber sidewalks: An environmentally friendly alternative to recycling tires: 1 of 2

Every single day Americans throw away valuable resources which have the potential to be recycled and reused. According to an MSW (Minnesota Solid Waste) Statewide composition study, conducted in 2002, 72% of the waste being dumped into landfills could have been recycled or composted (Miller, Countryman, Fridell,). Waste tire...
Creative Writing > Memoirs Memoirs: Where was your favorite place as a child?: 86 of 88

As I lay awake in my favorite sanctuary, I stretch my body from the tops of my fingers to the tips of my toes. My brain reboots itself and reminds me of today's agenda; but despite all that I must accomplish, my body does not desire to move. "Get up! Get out of bed." I tell myself. On the contrary, all I want to do is curl i...