Vampires vs. Werewolves

Everyone knows about the Twilight saga. People have the image of mythical creatures, such as vampires and werewolves, and place those creatures into settings with humans. Ever since these books became popular, especially when they became films, people think of vampires as cold, twinkling in the sunlight, powerful, and blood-thirsty. Werewolves are seen as protectors, not so dangerous, warm, and powerful. The vampires in Twilight have some kind of ability more than strength. The werewolves are not seen as being as dangerous as vampires. However, there are other interpretations and views of vampires and werewolves found in other books, films, or television shows.

Dracula is an original vampire novel that describes the primordial qualities placed with the mythical vampires. They were seen as dangerous, seductive, blood-thirsty, and pale. These creatures were very dangerous. Other books published more recently, such as a series titled The House of Night or a series made into a show titled The Vampire Diaries. These series sows different takes on vampires, although, The Vampire Diaries displays vampires in a similar way as in Dracula. The House of Night series has vampires the burn in the sun as in Dracula, but there is also another type of vampire described that shows each vampire has a special gift, but they can live off of food and blood. The process of becoming a vampire is also different than in the other books. They are chosen by a goddess and go through a school for vampires.The show Buffy the Vampire Slayer displayed vampires as the gruesome blood-suckers

Along with the different views of vampires comes different views of werewolves. Movies have been released about werewolves being extremely dangerous and violent. The movie soon to be released titled Red Riding Hood involves a blood-hungry werewolf reeking havoc on a village. In Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Professor Lupin is a werewolf. Even though he is nice as a person, when he transforms, he cannot control himself. This shows that the mythical creatures known as werewolves can be just as dangerous, if not more, than the mythical vampires.

My question for you now is, if you were to become a vampire or a werewolf, which would you be? What qualities would you possess as this mythical creature? What do you think about the various forms of these creatures described in different works of literature, films, or television shows? Which creature is better in your opinion and why?

An unfortunate accident

http://abcnews.go.com/US/oregon-man-dies-emergency-room-delay-receiving-hospital/story?id=12894214

The link above is to an article about a man from Oregon. He was not feeling well, so he told his wife he was driving to the hospital. Unfortunately, he had a heart attack in the parking lot by the emergency room and crashed his car. Eventually police came and administered CPR. Some officers went inside the ER to notify them of the accident and to send help. The ER staff told police to call 911 for an ambulance. Police officers continued CPR until an ambulance came. The man died less than an hour after the time police began CPR. The man was 125 feet from the entrance of the emergency room. Somewhere along the way there was a communication mishap. This mishap may have cost the man's life. I personally cannot believe it took so long for the man to get the help he needed when he was on hospital property. Maybe the police were unclear about the accident scene, or the hospital actually has some policy about calling for an ambulance, or maybe it is the man's fault for neglecting to call 911 when he was at his own house. The man may not have known to call 911 because he may not have spoken English since his wife does not speak English. Who was in the wrong; the police, the hospital, or the man? What do you think about this article?

Musicals; making a difference, one song at a time

Whether they are seen on stage, on television, or at the movies, musicals have grown more popular over the years. The Jazz Singer was the first to appear on the big screen in the late 1920s. Since then, musicals have become staples in America. Everyone enjoys music by various artists and entertainment from various actors; therefore, when these two are combined, audiences from all over can enjoy the actions and sounds of the story being told. Grease is definitely one of the most significant musicals because this one was able to draw in the younger crowd. This musical was released in the early 1970s and has such marvelous songs that you find yourself singing even years later. This musical incorporates dancing with singing, which may have paved the way for the future interest in dance movies that have been seen. Some examples of the dance films are Dirty Dancing, which is from the late 1980s, and Step Up, which is from the 2000s.

Dance films are not the only progression from musicals into the present. More musicals have become popular, and many have been created using songs by various artists. An example is the film Mamma Mia!, which was created using songs from albums by the artist Abba. These musicals have helped spark the interest of young people to sing, dance, or learn to play instruments. The creative minds of people around the world have been opened with the help of these films. The Sound of Music is greatly recognized by many, and is especially favorable for music instructors because of the song Julie Andrews' character sings for the do re mi syllables. This film was produced in the mid 1960s, before Grease. This films actually assists in teaching the audience about music. This film and the other films previously mentioned have set the path for the future of music. Many music artists are also actors and actresses before they pursue music careers.

Movies and even television shows have become popular ways to gain fame in the music industry. The path musicals have made, from Broadway, to the big screen, to television, has created the future of musical entertainment. Shows such as Glee have even inspired schools to begin their own Glee clubs to give students more opportunities to express themselves. Musicals, in my opinion, are important aspects of our culture and are excellent ways to show people the excitement singing and dancing can bring. Broadway, films, and television shows containing music numbers all help young people find ways to pursue their dreams and be confident in their creative nature. Music and dance are important forms of communication and expression; therefore, they are essential components in each of our lives.