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Blog responses for blog #4

Jasmine — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:56:21 +0000

#1 I commented on Collin Bryant’s blog saying “I wish I had a great Valentine every year like you do, lucky girl!” Here is the link: http://collinbryant.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/valentines/#comment-41

#2 I commented on Emily Glass’s blog saying “Your story was very cute, and I agree with your PR ideas.”. Here is the link: http://eclecticemilyglass.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/happy-singles-awareness-day/#comments

Valentine’s Day gifts

Jasmine — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:50:16 +0000

I’m usually not big on Valentine’s Day but on a few occasions I have participated.

My first Valentine was the best treat any girl can get. This was my first real valentine and it was my sophmore year in high school. His name was Bryson and he was so thoughtful and sweet. He gave me a blanket, and told me when I’m cold he wants me to think about him. He gave me a shirt, and said when I get dressed he wants me to think about him. He gave me a teddy bear, and said when I want to hug him I can hug the bear. Lastly, he gave me a card and said when I want to hear something sweet to read the card about think about his voice.

By far that was the sweetest thing someone has ever done to me. Of course, with the good there is always a bad Valentine’s situation.

My senior year in high school I had a boyfriend and I expected something really nice. Instead I recieved old flowers and a card that wasnt even signed. What he failed to realized was I didnt care about the material things and much as I cared about the thought being put into it. I would have rather had a homemade card, signed, and a small homemade cupcake. That Valntine’s Day was still was fun, but I would have rather had more thought been put into it.

Whether the gift was good of bad I don’t think I would tell someone. I have respect for someone trying to make me happy, whether it worked or not.

From a Public Relations standpoint I would have more Valentine’s Day goods that are more appealing to senses. A card that smells good, a card with poetry, and more pictures would be more appealing. I have never seen or had a card with smell, or collages. To stand out from the competition I think a card appealing to senes would be a great idea.

Peer responses for Blog #3

Jasmine — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 02:56:35 +0000

#1 I commented on Sarah Russell’s blog saying “I can agree with you about cleanliness. I am not a neat freak but I definetly think people should respect a common space!”. Here is the link: http://eclecticemilyglass.wordpress.com/2012/02/08/open-mouth-insert-foot/#comments

#2 I commented on Emily Glass’s blog saying “I can agree with you about respecting time. A lot of people are inconsiderate when it comes to others peoples time and I cannot stand that. I totally agree with you!”. Here is the link: http://sarahjrussell.wordpress.com/2012/02/10/time-sensitive/#comment-18

Pet Peeves >_<

Jasmine — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 02:45:44 +0000

There are just somethings you can ignore or overlook, but then there are things you just cant ignore because it lingers as an irritation in your head. I would call that feeling a pet peeve. I dont have very many pet peeves but I’m going to tell you about two of them.

First, I hate smacking! Whether it is gum or food I just dont understand why people can’t chew with their mouth closed. Smacking is the most annoying sound, and it bothers the heck out of me.

And secondly, I dislike when people are always negative and drown other people’s enery when they walk in a room. I dont understand why misery loves company so much, but I avoid it as much as possible because it absolutely irritates me.

Like I said I dont have that many pet peeves because I can deal with situations and tolerate a lot. But to just name a few, the above pet peeves are things I just find har to ignore.

Peer responses for Blog #2

Jasmine — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 04:24:08 +0000

#1 I commented on Gary Barton’s blog saying “I agree with you! I enjoy watching the movies and reading the books. I think its better that way and more people should try it”. Here is the link : http://gb1990.wordpress.com/2012/02/02/books-vs-movies/#comment-34

#2 I commented on Shauntae Prince’s blog saying “I love twilight too!! Im glad someone enjoyed the movie just as much as I did. I have never read sister of the traveling pants however, I loved the movie”. Here is the link: http://theprinceway.wordpress.com/2012/02/03/movies-vs-book-2/

The Book or The Movie?

Jasmine — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:45:27 +0000

I never been much of a book reader. In almost every case I would rather watch the movie than read the book. However, recently I read the book “Breaking Dawn” before I watched the movie, and I enjoyed every page. Comparing the book to the movie I think I enjoyed the book better. Movies usually always leave out events that occured in the book. Books also go into more detail than movies do.

On the other hand movies are sometimes more enjoyable because of the suspenseful music and fast occuring scenes. With books you have to read a lot just to finally get to a peak.

I think reading the book and watching the movie together is how you get the most satisfying result. After I read the book I already knew the plot and moral of the story, however seeing it being played out was amusing. By far all the twilight series are my favorite movies to watch, and books to read. For some people reading the book first is like spoiling the movie, but personally I enjoyed both.

Peer responses for Blog #1

Jasmine — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 04:06:39 +0000

#1 I commented on Gary Barton’s blog saying “It seems like when you wrote this bucket list out you already had a clear idea about what you plan on doing before you die. Walking around nude in public would be hilarious and I also thought about sky diving! Cool bucket list.” Here is the link http://gb1990.wordpress.com/2012/01/24/66/#comment-26

#2 I commented on Kathleen Brown’s blogsaying “On my bucket list I also talked about getting on a boat and traveling. Partying on a yacht sounds so fun, I should have put that on my bucket list.” Here is the link http://kathleenpbrown.wordpress.com/2012/01/25/before-i-kick-the-bucket/#comment-18

What’s on your bucket list? Why?

Jasmine — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 03:52:09 +0000

Never before have I thought about creating a bucket list because I am more focused on the present. However, the other day I watched a documentary about tracing your African roots and I think I would add that to my bucket list. No I am not African, but I do believe we all have ancestors from Africa. The reason I would add this to my bucket list is because I want to know more about my heritage.

Another thing I would add to my bucket list would be traveling abroad and learning more about other cultures besides my own. If I were to know more about other cultures and the way they live I will have a more open mind and a further appreciation for my own.

Next on my bucket list would have to be something a little more fun like skinny dipping or attending a cruise to an interesting island. Skinny dipping may be quite inappropriate but for a bucket list I feel like it fits the list well. You only live once so why not feel free and do something out of your character for once. I have never been on a cruise ship before nor have I ever visited an island, so adding that to my bucket list will satisfy my outgoing desire to experience things new.

Lastly on my bucket list I feel its only right to add something outrageous and, to some people, crazy. I’m thinking something like jumping out of a plane with a parachute, swimming with wild creatures in the ocean, or bungee jumping. First of all I am afraid of heights, but one day you have to face your fears so why not add it to the bucket list. Swimming with sea animals would freak me out a little but I think it would be interesting and cool.

Like I said before I don’t have an official bucket list written out, but from the top of my head these ideas seem sufficient.

Blogging >

Jasmine — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 20:29:03 +0000

I have enjoyed blogging for my Intro to Public Relations class this year. As a public relations major I love writing and expressing myself in a journalistic way, and I will continue to blog once this semester ends.

In addition to expressing my thoughts on various topics I enjoyed researching and finding sources on the topics I wrote about. As I researched, I learned how to keep an open mind by reading opposing views of each topic.

Just as a blogger in general it feels good to know you have a voice and to know someone, somewhere is possibly reading your posts. After this semester ends my blogs will become more opinionated and more similar to feature articles. I will try to keep relating my topics to public relations, and to keep my readers updated with how I will work toward my PR aspirations.

I hope to one day make this blog into a personal website and start posting pictures, videos, and possibly podcasts. My blog is already viewed recreationally by my twitter followers and facebook friends. One day I hope this blog will be a place where employerscan come to review my work and writing skills. One benefit of having a personal blog is “brand promotion”. As a way to promote my brand as a furute PR specialist I will use this blog for that purpose. Also, in the future I plan to advertise my blog more so I can have more subscribers and followers.

“A blog is a type of website or part of a website supposed to be updated with new content from time to time”. I will try to frequently update my posts and keep up with current events as much as possible. I hope you continue to read my posts!

Thank You

Sources:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blog

http://www.blogtrafficexchange.com/10-benefits-of-hosting-your-own-blog/

Pro-PR

Jasmine — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 21:47:26 +0000

If you are not a public relations major I encourage you to take an introductory public relations course in your college career. Taking an intro to PR class can be very beneficial with any future endeavor in any kind of business. The learning experience you will get from the class will give you a broad approach to how the clients and various publics are important to keep in mind for the success of a company. To be a good business man or woman it is good to know different aspects and point of views from both the company and the the client. Knowing proper public relations skills will make you adequately prepared for keeping your company in a positive light which will have a growth effect.

“Public relations is in many ways an interdisciplinary major, and you’ll study elements from many other fields, including psychology, philosophy, languages, business, art, and many others.”

In a Public Relations course you will learn about the opinions from various publics, and research techniques which will satisfy Pr needs in your company. Also in the course you will learn about ethics in a company, problem solving, planning, and influencing public opinion.

Taking a PR course will give you the excellent background skills that will pay off in the business world. Those skills will include achieving the main goal of enhancing a company’s reputation.

Sources:

http://www.princetonreview.com/Majors.aspx?cip=090902

http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-public-relations.htm