Jeisha+L.

Phase I: Who Am I? What's My Place?


 * What __really__ makes up your identity?

Growing up, I’ve always tried to find myself by watching other people and following in footsteps. Who I am today is what I’ve learned to become in sixteen years of life. I am someone who will learn “the hard way”. I know wrongs from rights but I am one who will take chances, an all or nothing kind of deal. To start off, I am a junior in high school with a baby boy named Jayden who is 6 months old now. I play softball because it takes my stress away and the only place I can be aggressive and test my strength. I put my family before anyone or anything in this world because they are who keeps me sane and gives me the love and support that I need. I am someone who is very easy to talk to and get along with. I have a hard time holding grudges and staying mad at people being that I have a really big heart. I feel that I am a strong person because I am sticking it out with high school, still playing sports, going to college, a single teen mom, and having a teenage life. I never planned my life being the way it is and I never planned having a baby this young but he was a blessing and he is what motivates me to keep moving forward in life. I want to do good, have a good job and be the best mommy all for him. I put him and my family before myself. I would do anything in my power for each and every one of them.
 * What __really__ makes up your sense of place?

I want to be somebody in this world. Not just anyone, but someone known for great things. I want to help people in the world who are poor, hungry, and suffering. I would like to help the poor, hungry, and suffering people because I can put myself in their predicament and feel how they feel each and every day. If I could, I would help every single one of them with their problems. I hope one day cancer will just be a zodiac sign because it’s sad to see so many suffering and fighting for their lives. It’s different all over the world because we all come from different religions and cultures but that isn’t what matters. One day, I wish to bring everyone together as one because we are all the same in one way or another. If people would give others a chance without judging them by their cover then this world would be very much a different place and I would love to create change to this world. I would like to be somone in this world.
 * What roles do your identity and sense of place play when you work with others in a group project?

====When i work in a group, i like to take charge and organize things the way it would be best and if not take charge, I do my part by completing everything I was assigned to do and help others if needed. Leadership to me plays a big role in group work and I feel that someone has to take charge and make sure everyone is on task and doing what they are supposed to be doing. My identity and sense of place steps in here, because I am someone who is always willing to help others and also caring for others.====


 * What are the qualities that you bring to the GLIP conversation that will help you make a contribution to your global group?

====The qualities I bring to my global group is time, effort, and communication. Without these three qualities, nothing would get done. You need to make time to go on and do your assignments, you need to make effort to attribute to your members in your group, and lastly you need communication to disgust everything over with your group to make a difference in this crazy world.====

Those three thing are a great thing.


 * What is one local problem (where you live) that you believe needs to be addressed? Suggest some steps could you take to try to solve it?

In Hawaii, there is a number of homelessness. There are areas that the homeless put up tents and sleep until they removed them. Some ways I could try and help homelessness is by donating food to the homeless shelter, clothes to salvation army, and just giving things that I don't use. Also, community service by feeding the homeless.


 * Finally, some problems have been around for a long time. What qualities do you think a person must have to step up and try to solve them?

In order to try solving these problems that has been an issue for a long time, you would need confidence being that you are taking a big part in this world. You need to expect the worse in case of a downfall, you would need back up plans and a good head on your shoulders to lead you to the right direction.

Phase II: Sense of Place

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This is Kekela's beach. This is where my family and I have gatherings, parties, and just the beach we choose to be at. I feel like this beach brings us together as far as being connected to eachother as a family. This beach isn't just beautiful, it has great meaning to why it is beautiful. It's a peaceful place where you can let your mind wonder, waves not too big, sunny but not too hot, quiet, and not many people go there. It's a really great place and I would recommend anyone to take a visit tot his beach.

This is waimea beach. This is more of a fun and crowded beach. As you can see, we all enjoy jumping off this rock and into the beautiful clear water. There is also a grassy area where you can barbeque and have a little party with your family. This is a very popular beach that people enjoy going to. The only problem for me is that I live in Kaneohe and this beach is in Waimea valley which is an half hour drive.

What beautiful beaches Jeisha! I can only imagine the peace one may experience by visiting either one. Thanks for sharing! Crystal

Use these questions to help you determine which picture shows someone else why your “place” is so special to you.
 * Does a scenic picture represent the beauty you believe that your town has?
 * Does a picture of a group of people represent and show a warmth and friendliness that your town has?
 * Does a statue or building convey the feeling of history that makes your place important and unique?
 * Is there a cultural event that represents the values of your home location?

What are your initial thoughts about how your image addresses the questions above? Later, you will be working with the members of your group to create a __travel package__ that includes visits to each group member's home location (see Phase II)

Phase III: Identify Local Issue:

What is your local issue? I feel that our local issue is homelessness in Oahu. There are so many people that have no homes due to the ecomony. Nowadays, it's a real challege to get good jobs. Some people are just getting by with low-wage jobs that don't provide much for a family that exceeds two people.

What can you do to be address the issue? If there was anything I can do to help this issue, I think I could Give can goods to the homeless shelter, donate clothes, donate money to homeless service organizations, and giving a homeless a couple dollars when I see them.

Here is more information about homelessness in Oahu: []

What is the global impact of your local issue?

"The use of any water source in the station for the purpose of bathing oneself, or washing of one's clothing or other personal belongings is prohibited." AMTRAK management

 "Government alone cannot solve the problems we deal with in our correctional facilities, treatment centers, homeless shelters and crisis centers - we need our faith-based and community partners." [|Dirk Kempthorne]

Read more: [|http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/keywords/homeless.html#ixzz1nzjbw4iN] The global impact of homelessness is affecting the whole world being that it is hard to get jobs. The economy isn't good because the money is going to the wars and other things that don't need the money as much as more important things in the world like people actually earning the money to support their families. I think everyone should help eachother in one way or another, that way nobody will be left behind.This world is not cheap and as far as I'm concerned, people are just getting by with what little things they have to survive. People need to also spend their money wisely and be considerate about what others struggle everyday.

Nice work here Jeisha! You raise some interesting points and areas of concerns as it relates to homelessness! Crystal

Add these thoughts to your Group's Discussion Forum on Local Issues