Angelo’s English blog

Prompt: Describe your idea of a perfect day spent with someone you care about. My idea of a perfect day is spending time with someone I care about in a place where we’re both happy. Whether it’s going to a favorite restaurant, exploring a new city, or just relaxing together, the most important thing is enjoying each other’s company. I want the day to be filled with laughter, good conversations, and moments we’ll always remember. At the end of the day, if we both have smiles on our faces, then it was truly perfect.

  Prompt: What is your American Dream? What do you like most about America?  My American Dream is to be rich and have a happy family. To me, being rich doesn’t mean having millions, but being able to spend money without worrying about it affecting my daily life. What I like most about America is the freedom to choose my own path and work toward my goals. With hard work and dedication, I believe I can achieve the life I want.

  Prompt: Describe a time when someone offended you with their words.  One time, someone called me a bitch, and it made me feel like less of a man. Their words felt disrespectful and insulting, which made me angry. I let my emotions take over, and it led to a fight between us. Looking back, I realize I could have handled the situation differently instead of letting their words get to me.

  Prompt: What life skills have you learned in high school that will help you live independently after high school? Which skills do you think are essential for your success after high school?  In high school, I learned how to communicate better by expressing my thoughts clearly and listening to others. This will help me live independently because I’ll need to talk to people like landlords, employers, and coworkers. Another important skill for success after high school is time management, so I can balance work, responsibilities, and personal life. Learning how to budget money is also essential because it will help me pay bills on time and save for the future.

 Prompt- Imagine it's the year 2050. What does the world look like? How have technology, society, and the environment changed? By 2050, technology has made life easier, with AI handling most tasks and cities running on renewable energy. People now focus more on creative and social work, as traditional jobs are less common. Some areas are thriving thanks to green tech, while others still struggle with climate issues. Despite all the changes, people still look for connection and purpose in a rapidly evolving world.

Prompt-  Imagine writing a letter to yourself 10 years from now. What advice, hopes, or reminders would you include? I hope that in ten years, I’ve fully committed to either media and broadcast or audio engineering and feel confident in the path I chose. No matter which direction I went, I want it to be something that still excites me and pushes me to grow. I also really hope I got locked in with that one person because that would be a major win. No matter where life takes me, I want to stay true to myself, keep improving, and never forget where I started.

 Prompt- Describe your personal approach to creativity. What steps do you follow when you’re working on a project. Tell me about a project you created that you were most proud of.  My personal approach to creativity is pretty simple I just think of random ideas and keep building on them until something sticks. I don’t like to force ideas instead, I let them come naturally and develop over time. One project I’m really proud of was a video edit I made, where I started with a small idea and kept adding to it until it turned into something I loved. Seeing the final result reminded me that creativity doesn’t have to follow a strict plan it just has to feel right.

 Prompt- I took a hiatus from gaming after my friend Malakai passed away because it didn’t feel the same without him. Every time I logged on, I was reminded of our conversations and the matches we played together, which made it too hard to enjoy. Stepping away gave me time to process everything, but it also made me realize how much gaming had been an escape for me. When I finally returned, it felt different, but I learned to appreciate the memories rather than let them hold me back.

 Prompt- Reflect on a time when you had to rely on someone else. How did it feel? There was a time when I was struggling with a really tough situation, and I had to rely on my best friend for support. At first, it felt uncomfortable because I don’t usually like asking for help, but I knew I couldn’t handle it alone. As we talked, I realized how much I needed someone to just listen and be there for me, and it made me feel less alone. In the end, leaning on them didn’t make me weak like I had feared it just showed me the importance of having people to trust.

  Prompt- Write about an object that holds sentimental value and why it’s important to you. My Shrek blanket might seem like a silly object, but it means everything to me because it’s the last thing my grandma left me before she left. Every time I wrap myself in it, I feel a sense of comfort, almost like she’s still here with me. It reminds me of all the times we spent together, and no matter how worn out it gets, I could never bring myself to get rid of it. To anyone else, it’s just a blanket, but to me, it’s a piece of my grandma that I’ll always hold onto.

 Prompt- Write about a moment when you had to step out of your comfort zone.  I had to step out of my comfort zone when I gave a speech in front of a big crowd for the first time. My hands were shaking, and my heart was racing, but I took a deep breath and started talking. After a few minutes, I got more comfortable and even made eye contact with the audience. By the time I finished, I felt proud of myself for pushing through my fear.

  Prompt: It's Super Bowl weekend! Some people watch the Super Bowl for football, others for the commercials, and some just for the halftime show. What’s your favorite part of big events like this, and why? My favorite part about events like this is my family and some friends coming together to enjoy so good ole football! But of course you know my mom and sister don't even watch the game they just watch the halftime show lol. But that's why I like it so much, we can all enjoy some aspect of it.Last but not least of course is the food which is always good.All of these things in one is almost all I could ask for.

One of my biggest strengths as a speaker is my ability to project my voice and engage the audience, making sure they stay interested in what I’m saying. I have confidence in delivering my message clearly and keeping my energy high throughout my presentation. However, one challenge I face is saying “uh” or using filler words, which can sometimes make me sound less prepared. To overcome this, I try to practice speaking slowly and pausing instead of filling the silence with unnecessary words. With more experience and preparation, I am working on improving my fluency and making my speeches even more polished.

If I had to write a poem about my life right now, it would be about ambition, growth, and chasing success. My focus is on making money while pursuing my passion for audio engineering and media and broadcast. The poem would reflect the dedication and hard work I’m putting in to build my future, highlighting the late nights, creative struggles, and small victories along the way. It would also touch on the balance between passion and practicality, showing how I’m striving to turn my dreams into a career. Ultimately, the poem would be a reminder that success takes time, but with persistence, anything is possible.

At first, I was scared and nervous about speaking in front of an audience, afraid I would mess up or forget my words. However, the more I practiced and gained experience, the more confident I became. Over time, I started to enjoy speaking and felt happy to share my thoughts. My advice to someone struggling with stage fright is to practice often, stay positive, and remember that confidence grows with experience.