Life Lived in New and Better Ways

David Singapogu

Lesson 24

February 28, 2020

Life Lived in New and Better Ways

“The sky is the limit.” [2]In my visit to the twenty first century, the items and machines I viewed there were truly breathtaking and awe-inspiring. These items that I describe here make life more enjoyable, easier and efficient. [5]As These items make tasks that were once extremely time consuming and inefficient quick and easy, they allow people to spend time doing the things they enjoy. Using the magic leaver, you could create light with a flick of your finger. Using the automatic book maker, you can create duplicates of your books within seconds. [3]Finally, the man-controlled bird is not only a fun way experience the sky but also a way to view the world “through the eagles eye.”

[1]I wish you could have seen the magic button that could be flipped to create light.  I saw a lever in the room, I wondered what it was. A man walked to it and casually pushed the lever up and a magical light appeared. The gentleman showed me the lever. He said that when you push the lever up it started something called electricity and it went to a “bulb”. [4]Thinking it would never work, I flicked the lever with the tip of my finger, and Wow! the light turned on once again, which greatly amazed me. The bulb is equivalent to an oil lamp and is very bright. This bulb is a very good invention from the twenty-first century.

            Next up is the automatic book maker. If I put a piece of paper in it, it will put words on it. Also, if you put a page with words on the book making machine, it will make a questionable sound, and then put the same words on a different paper. Using the automatic book maker, no person is needed to copy a book by hand, which is a huge advantage. It only takes 7 seconds to fashion a duplicate. With the automatic book maker, you can easily make books.

             Last of all is the man-controlled bird. The bird has four wings that turn like a very fast potters’ wheel. The man has a black brick with levers to control the bird. The bird was very fast and even showed the man what it saw. There were many different colored lights that shown brightly in the night sky. It was a very clever bird.  I can’t say I entirely understand the bird or its purposes, but it caught my fancy.

            I am still fascinated by the automatic light creator. The book making machine still boggles my imagination.  The man-controlled bird intrigues me by its ability to quickly respond to the man’s complex instructions. These inventions revealed ways in which man could live life more efficiently. Life for people in the twenty-first century is faster, easier and more interesting. People with these items can spend time on pursuits they desire because of the efficiency of these machines. These inventions help people in meaningful ways each day. These discoveries help people to live life in new and better ways.

Europe’s greatest work of architecture

David Singapogu

Jan 17,2020

Europe’s greatest work of architecture

            [1]Cathedrals were grandiose buildings that gave light in a dark time. The word “Cathedral” is Greek for seat or throne. [2]After hundreds of years and workers, they were fashioned out of pounds of carved stones, when they were built. [3]Thoughtfully, Cathedrals were conveniently the place were church services, public meetings, and ceremonies were all held. [4]Being a double edged sword, Cathedrals inspired people to faith in Jesus Christ. They were the largest structures in cities, because of this, cities were proud of their Cathedrals and often competed to have the biggest one. Today hundreds of Cathedrals are across Europe, which continue to awe tourists

An Impact that Continues Six-Hundred Years Later

David Singapogu

Faces of History

Jan 8, 2020

An Impact that Continues Six-Hundred Years Later

            My early life and education, convictions and challenges to the Roman Catholic Church, and my lasting impact that continues after my death are all reasons why I am a significant character in history.

            My early life and education were important and influential in making me a man of God. [1]I was born into a poor, Roman Catholic background. Being the son of Roger and Catherine, I was born to be a sheep farmer. However, my father did not trust my physical abilities and sent me to Oxford University. In 1345 at the age of 15, I journeyed to Oxford to diligently study. At the prestigious university, I did very well in my studies and came to be known as an important scholar. [3]Devoutly and deeply devoted, Thomas Bradwardine, who was my math professor, showed me the Gospel through math. [1] Black Death suddenly struck England as did tragedy alongside it. At Oxford, the Black Death slowed down my M. Div. studies. Because of their lack of assistance with the Black Death, the people grew frustrated with the Catholic Church. In 1372 I finished my studies by earning my D. Div., while becoming increasingly cross with the Church. Because of my early life and education, I was becoming a man God could use.

            As a man, I was developing convictions that would challenge the Church for the rest of my life. First of all, I did not believe it was right for the Church to tax England. This introduced me to the world of politics. [2] In concentrated thought, I deeply studied the scriptures because I believed it held the answers to life, while writing about what I learned. Believing strongly that everybody should have the Bible in English. In addition, I did not agree with the Church’s concepts of transubstantiation, confession, and indulgences. Because of my convictions, I started the Lollards, a group of poor pastors, who worked to spread the truth. I deeply desired for people to have the Bible, so I began translating the Bible into English for the first time in the world. In 1377 the irate pope, who was appalled, issued 5 papal bulls against me, asking me to, “Come defend myself.” In May 1382, I was condemned as a “heretic” at the corrupt Blackfriars Synod. My beliefs were condemned, my teachings were condemned, my writings were condemned. As a result of my convictions and my interference with the harmful ideas of the Church, I was making an impact.

            Despite my big moves, things were coming to a close. In 1384 I experienced a stroke, which set me back. But, I had bigger things to worry about, so I kept working. [3]Unfortunately, I died of another stroke in Lutterworth, England, on the last day of the year, 1384. [5]Since they refused to recant, my followers died and were tortured by the Church, additionally, they were excommunicated because they believed my teachings were true. In 1427, forty-three years after my death, the Roman Catholic Church unceremonially exhumed my body and threw my bones into the fire. Afterwards they threw my ashes into the gushing river swift, which runs to the ocean. Despite the Church trying like a brick wall to stop me, my powerful ideas continued to influence reformers for hundreds of years. [4]Remembering my impact, I am known as the, “Herald of the Reformation” and the, “Morning Star of the Reformation” My impact continues to this day, nearly 600 years after my death.

            Because of my early life and education, convictions and challenges to the Roman Catholic Church, and my lasting impact that continues to this day, I am an important person.

Happy to Be Happy

David Singapogu

Lesson13

November 18, 2019

Happy to Be Happy

            One day, there was a girl. [1]Shewas crying in the livelyoppressive sun. Shewas lonely. The girl’s name was Anne-Marie, or Annie. She had just disrespectfullyand naughtilyhit her kindbrother Xavier in the face for no reason. [2]Upon her mother hearing this, she had stated that she had smacked him because he had stolen her favorite stuffed animal. However, her mom, who actedwisely, was not fooled. She told Annie, “Go outside and leave your siblings alone! Whenyou are ready to be nice, you can come back.” [5]While the sun beat on her back, she was very lonely.

She lay down on the grass, shut her eyes and started daydreaming. [5]While dreaming she was on a swing whereshe was happilyrocking back and forth, listening to thebeautifulchirping of the birds. [2]During this time her brother Xavier, whowas a crazyconfidentcuber, joined her. He was swinging with her becausehe had just gotten a 3x3 PB single of one hour. [3]Playfully he exclaimed, “Tag, you’re it!” [3]Suddenly, Annie opened her eyes. An idea had sparked in her mind.

[4]Thinking it would work, Annie, whowas delighted, determined, dancedinto her house whereshe thought she could settle things. [1]She kept asking Xavier to follow her beggingin the most obnoxious high pitchedvoice, “PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEAASSE!!!!!!” [2]After that Xavier felt like a king. [4]Walking out casually,becausethey were ready to make peace, they started swinging. Xavier washappy.  Annie was happy.  They were happy to be happy. 

The Beautiful Boy Who Didn’t Know What He Had Done Wrong

David Singapogu,

Lesson 13

11/7/19

The Beautiful Boy Who Didn’t Know What He Had Done Wrong

            A few days ago, there was a girl eating lunch. Ten seconds later a boy arrived pretending to be batman. You see, he was about to impress her! The boy’s name was Jonnie, and the girl’s name was Betsy. Jonnie, who was no pretending to be batman, went about impressing Betsy by proudly proclaiming, “Watch this!” Betsy turned her head, unsure of what was about to happen.

            [1]Jonnie took some chopsticks from his lunchbox and began pushing them into his nose. [5]After releasing his hands he realized that he was about to sneeze! [2][4]During this he casually poked them in some more. It was getting really painful, tears started gushing from his eyes. He then realized that he could double it by not only showing his beauty but also displaying his bravery. So, he wiped away his tears and endured it, because he was imagining her reaction and how she would extol him. He turned his head to show her.

            Betsy was appalled! Astonishingly! Betsy irately stomped away as she rebuked him, saying, “I will never sit by you again!” [3]Fortunately, Betsy ran away not half a second before Jonnie, who was sad, sneezed and exclaimed, “what did I do wrong!” He resolved to show his teacher and…a

The Powerful Norman King Who Ruled England

David Singapogu

10/31/19

Lesson 12

The Powerful Norman King Who Ruled England

            [2] During 1066 the Battle of Hastings was fought. [3]Sadly, it was fought shortly after the death of king Edward of England.[4] Claiming the throne was William the Conqueror, Edwards cousin, who declared,” Edward made me his heir!” However, when the Archbishop of York decided that he better ideas of his own, he foolishlycrowned Harold Godwinson, Edwards cousin. [5]When William heard this, he was an outrageous irateman. He decided that battle was the only way two settle this becauseHarold would not give up the throne. A few days later both armies met on the hillside of a mountain. The battle was about to begin!

            [6]Boom! Clash! Bang! The sound of clattering metal rang across the valley as the battle promptly began. This cycle repeated itself from the morning through the evening as many soldiers on both sides were either dead, wounded, or weary. It seemed like it would never end. That was until… zzzzip! A well-aimed arrow struck Harold in the eye, and he died quickly.  The next day, an extremely exhaustedWilliam limped his way to England were the same old Archbishop of York reluctantly crowned him king of England. During the first few years of his reign, the people were not happy about a Norman king ruling them, therefore there were many revolts. In response, William was ruthless, killing everyone who stood up to him. After a few years the revolts settled down. William also was the first person to introducethe feudal system, which involved him giving certain people dubbed “Barons” a piece of land whichthey would oversee. [1]William was a capable king who ruled harshly in order to show his power.

Alfred The Great

David Sinapogu

Lesson 11

10/24/19

Alfred The Great

            Alfred the Great was the king of Wessex from 871-899. Thinking that he had a chance, he intrepidly fought the vicious vandalous Vikings. After battling fiercely with the Vikings, Alfred the Great emerged victorious and their king even converted to Christianity! He is also the only king of England who was called, “The Great” Alfred the Great became king at the age of 21 since he had four brothers that all died before him. Since he was a mighty ruler, some people call him, “the most perfect character in history!” Alfred the Great was an astute ruler, who reigned defensively, like a mother bear ready to protect her cubs.