8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Tragic Love That Defined the Greek People
"I also really like the fact that Orpheus was willing to trade his life for Eurydice. However, why do you think that Hades is a cruel being? Is it simply because of the "God of the Underworld" title or is there a story that is coming to your mind…"
Dec 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Jocelyn's discussion The Weeping Women(La Llorona)
"I think it's definitely possible that this really happened, but I also think that it's a scare tactic used by parents to make sure their children aren't out late. It's definitely sad that this probably happened and she did kill her children. I would…"
Dec 17, 2020
8Julia replied to 7Daniel's discussion Is the US Really That Great?
"You have a really great argument and I loved reading those facts. The whole ideology that 'we'll have to pay so much more' is completely wrong mainly due to the fact that you then wouldn't have to pay for medicine, hospital visits, college,…"
Dec 17, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Tragic Love That Defined the Greek People
"I totally agree with you. You definitely have to put your trust in the person you love if you're willing to risk everything in order to bring them back. I also agree that one would have to move on even if it seems impossible or extremely difficult…"
Dec 17, 2020
8Julia replied to 6Laney's discussion Was Ferdinand bound to die?
"I'm not sure if he was bound to die, or if anyone truly is bound to be murdered, but I do think that the political climate was in such a place that even if he wasn't assassinated, I'm sure the war would've started anyway. Although I'll never say…"
Dec 16, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Tragic Love That Defined the Greek People
"I totally agree that you have to learn how to move on from tragedy and learn how to live again with the person you love. Do you think you would try to bring back the love of your life like Orpheus? Or simply let the memory live on and try to move on…"
Dec 16, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Tragic Love That Defined the Greek People
"I really like your take on this story. Why wouldn't you trust Hades in this situation? If he's letting you leave, and take the girl you love back to the land of the living, I don't see why you wouldn't at least give it a try. Even if you were to be…"
Dec 16, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Tragic Love That Defined the Greek People
"Very true. I really agree with how hard it would be if something like this happened, and it's especially important to keep the memories alive of them. What would you do in terms of bringing them back? Would you risk going to the underworld in order…"
Dec 16, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Tragic Love That Defined the Greek People
"I totally agree. It would definitely be a horrible situation, but if you were able to have the chance to live with the love of your life again, I would definitely take it and try my hardest to make sure that I wouldn't look back in order to live…"
Dec 16, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Tragic Love That Defined the Greek People
"I agree with you. It would definitely affect my day to day life, to begin with but I don't think that it's something to never move on from. I would also not look back because if that were the only way to see my love again then I'd have to trust that…"
Dec 16, 2020
8Julia replied to 2Timber's discussion Should Teachers Assign Homework on the Weekends?
"Personally, I don't think that homework should be assigned on the weekends. Mainly because it helps kids live their lives while they still have a chance to enjoy their youth without having to worry about jobs o taxes. I truly think that its just a…"
Dec 15, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Tragic Love That Defined the Greek People
"I believe that a meaning that could be gotten from this story is to not live in the past or to have faith in people you need help from. Those are just some examples but I think it mainly just served as a tragic love story that the Greeks enjoyed…"
Dec 15, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Haiden's discussion JFK Assignation
"I definitely think that JFK would've been re-elected if he survived his assassination. He had many bright ideas that definitely would help the US. although we can never truly know what he would've done, it's definitely unfortunate that such a…"
Dec 15, 2020
8Julia replied to 2Raegen's discussion Corona Virus Vaccine? Yes or No?
"I would like to be optimistic when it comes to the vaccine, that it's a miracle drug that would solve all of our problems. It won't be and I expect that. I do believe that it is a stepping stone to a resolution to this pandemic, but not the…"
Dec 14, 2020
8Julia replied to 7Daniel's discussion Is the US Really That Great?
"I personally do not think that the US is all too special. We've definitely been conditioned to believe that the US is superior to all other countries, which is dangerous and irresponsible mainly because it can lead to nationalism and xenophobia. I…"
Dec 14, 2020
8Julia replied to 2Jace's discussion The first NBA Game
"Personally, I would play even if I was getting paid $5,000 a season. Mainly because even if you lose a game you'll still get paid no matter the outcome. I would not do well in playing mainly because I am awful at sports and I'm not a very…"
Dec 14, 2020
8Julia posted a discussion
This is about the (brief) story of Orpheus and Eurydice. More hereOrpheus was a boy who was incredibly musically gifted, he had a magical voice and was a master with the lyre (similar to a harp). He and a wood nymph, Eurydice fell madly in love.…
Dec 14, 2020
8Julia replied to 6Cameron's discussion The History of Diamond Engagement Rings
"I did know that diamond engagement rings were made popular by De Beers because of an assignment in Chemistry before summer/covid. I wouldn't be surprised if this worked today, however, I'd be fairly disappointed to not be able to see through such an…"
Dec 10, 2020
8Julia replied to 8kenzie's discussion The Declaration of Independence
"I definitely think that the Declaration of Independence is important, however, Britain basically ignored it to begin with and we went to war. It's definitely important to the history of America and how we developed. I don't 100% agree with…"
Dec 10, 2020
8Julia replied to 3Noah's discussion Should college be free?
"I'd love it if college were free. It'd give everyone an equal start in the world and would give education in order to move our world forward. It wouldn't be great for the economy, but then again, very few things are. I believe that it'd be…"
Dec 10, 2020
8Julia replied to 7Sophie's discussion Holiday Travel and Safety
"I believe that the planes themselves are fairly safe. However, I believe airports are a breeding ground for diseases and for bacteria to grow due to the fact that a large number of people pass through the area at all times and they aren't able to…"
Nov 21, 2020
8Julia replied to 7AidenS's discussion Disappearance of Johnny Gosch from Des Moines
"This is a very sad story. Especially the fact that someone sent the mother pictures of a tied-up child. Whether or not the child was hers, it's still very messed up to torment a mother in such a sadistic way. It's extremely unfortunate and sad that…"
Nov 21, 2020
8Julia replied to 6Ryleigh's discussion Tree Loss: The Impact On the Planet
"I definitely think that tree loss has a big impact due to the fact that it is the home and environment for many creatures and it destroys homes for animals and makes more animals go extinct due to loss of habitat. I think saving trees would be a…"
Nov 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 4Jessa's discussion Report finds Australian troops unlawfully killed 39 Afghans
"I do not think that the soldiers should've killed those innocent civilians, even if it was an order from their superior. I wouldn't be surprised if the Chief ordered them to do it due to the fact that worse things have happened during hostile war…"
Nov 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 2Caitlyn's discussion The First Modern Olympic Games
"I definitely think there may be some truth to Greek myths and mythology. I do believe only men were able to participate due to the fact that women were very oppressed during this time. As a woman, I probably wouldn't be able to participate in the…"
Nov 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 6Katie's discussion Paul Revere’s Ride: "The Regulars are coming"?
"I knew that Paul Revere didn't make it to Concord, and I also found out fairly recently that it was actually a young woman who completed his ride to warn patriots while Paul Revere got drunk and was unfit to ride his horse. Of course, that could be…"
Nov 20, 2020
8Julia replied to Aila Baxter's discussion Groomers and Child predators on TikTok
"I will never blame a minor for sending out explicit videos or pictures, mainly because we never know what someone's situation is and what they've been through that has led them to the point where they are at this moment. I definitely think that…"
Nov 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 2Ethan's discussion Sinking of the Titanic - Was it planned?
"I've heard of the first theory, however, I personally believe that the second one has some merit to it due to the fact that the company desperately wanted money, also, there was a book 10 years before the Titanic sailed that talked about a ship…"
Nov 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Gregory's discussion The Caspian Sea Monster!
"I think it'd be really cool for these planes to be more commonplace, however, I don't know how effective or how much these planes would improve our way of life. I can definitely see how this would be really helpful during wartimes and other…"
Nov 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 8SamB's discussion Mount Rushmore
"Truthfully, I don't think anything is inside the chamber. Let's say there is something there, millions of people filter through that area daily and workers are on the mountain doing normal upkeep, no way they'd keep anything semi-precious there due…"
Nov 10, 2020
8Julia replied to 2Emma's discussion Who was Jack Ruby?
"I do believe that multiple people were involved in the assassination of JFK and that Lee Harvey Oswald didn't act alone. The idea that it was Ruby, however, I do not think is legitimate. Obviously, no one deserves to die, including murderers. It was…"
Nov 4, 2020
8Julia replied to 2makayla's discussion US Marshals Find 27 Missing Kids in Virginia
"I believe if a full-time team was assembled for this cause, a lot of missing children and people would be found and returned home. Especially for children who are very young and wouldn't know how to get home if they were lost. 5 days is an extremely…"
Nov 4, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Aurora's discussion Is Google Taking Over the World??
"I have experienced reoccurring ads for miscellaneous products and clothing, and I agree that it can be a bit freaky. I personally would not be surprised if Google was trying to take over the world. Because they already practically do. You go to…"
Nov 2, 2020
8Julia replied to 4brian's discussion R.Kelly federal trial
"I definitely think that R. Kelly is guilty. Not only are there multiple accounts against him from women, but there's undeniable proof. I'm glad he doesn't have a bailout because I think that system is wrong to begin with. It basically allows the…"
Nov 2, 2020
8Julia replied to 6corinna's discussion Is Barbie a good role model for children?
"I personally think that generally, Barbie is a good influence. It can, however, be harmful to body image and can lead to eating disorders because of her unrealistic body type and how much little kids aspire to be like Barbie. Of course, she has her…"
Nov 2, 2020
8Julia replied to 7Samantha's discussion Should Burning the American Flag be Illegal
"Okay, but for a lot of people moving to another country is EXTREMELY difficult and requires much more money and making sure that you have a passport, no debt to anything, and you have to seek living arrangements in a new country. The culture shock,…"
Oct 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 2Maci's discussion Should Fining be Based on Incomes?
"I do think that for our current situation that fines should be based on incomes due to the facts you listed. However, I don't like this system to begin with. It's frustrating to know that you can get away with any crime if you have enough money. Be…"
Oct 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 7Samantha's discussion Should Burning the American Flag be Illegal
"Personally, I don't think it should be illegal. It is a form of protest, saying that they are not happy with the government or what injustices may be happening. I'm not saying I agree with it due to the very intense message it sends to higher…"
Oct 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 7kenzie's discussion Teacher in Paris Decapitated
"No one should be killed like this, especially a teacher who's simply trying to teach a subject to their students. If I didn't agree with the teacher, I'd simply talk to them and figure out an ultimatum. Either I'd drop the class, ask them to not…"
Oct 20, 2020
8Julia replied to 3 Josh Zimmerman's discussion Sharks have killed 7 people in Australia this year, the most since 1934. Climate change could be a factor
"I believe that climate change is definitely a factor, however, it is important to note that some people may not be the smartest when it comes to ocean safety. Also, the ocean is the sharks' habitat, not vice versa. I feel like this is a fact that is…"
Oct 19, 2020
8Julia replied to 4Luke's discussion Two charged with murder after forcing a girl to jump on a trampoline
"I'm not sure what their punishment should be, but it should be very harsh. I don't like that they have a bailout because it's basically saying that you can get away with anything as long as you have money. I believe there should be many more charges…"
Oct 17, 2020
8Julia replied to 7Kami's discussion Should we test on animals?
"I do not think we should test on animals due to the main fact that they have not consented to be falsely imprisoned and basically tortured. I think instead we should financially compensate humans to test on because humans can give consent to be…"
Oct 17, 2020
8Julia replied to 2Savanna's discussion Mummies of San Bernardo
"I agree with you that it was most likely the climate that kept their bodies in such great condition. I am a little concerned about not putting these bodies back to rest, as I doubt they gave consent when they were alive to have their bodies on…"
Oct 14, 2020
8Julia replied to 6Reilly M.'s discussion Plot to Kidnap Michigan Governor Thwarted by The FBI
"I think the men involved in the plot should at the very least spend 30 years or more for attempted kidnapping and wrongful imprisonment. This is such a horrifying situation and I can't even imagine how terrified Governor Whitmer was when she found…"
Oct 14, 2020
8Julia replied to 8angel's discussion Woman Pleaded Guilty to Killing Her Boyfriend so She could Marry Her Father
"I do not think this was a valid reason to kill someone at all. If I were apart of her family that she did this to, I would be outraged and would be on the cusp of estranging this person from my family. This amount of betrayal that this man's family…"
Oct 14, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Man from Taured
"I agree with you completely. Although I really want to believe this is a real story, I'm sure it's just an embellishment on a strange story that immigration officers experienced. It's just so much fun to think it's real and to delve into theories we…"
Oct 8, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Man from Taured
"Unfortunately, I agree, this is most likely a fictional story, although it would be so cool if it were real and would be awesome to learn more about if it was real. How would you try to escape with the two guards on your doorstep though? I'm just so…"
Oct 8, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Man from Taured
"I agree with you. Unfortunately, this is probably just a tall tale, however, it's so fun to theorize about it and whether or not it is real. I can definitely see how you could think it was just a fake passport, however, how did he just disappear do…"
Oct 7, 2020
8Julia replied to 8Julia's discussion The Man from Taured
"I totally agree. I do find these stories fascinating and so much fun to read about and theorize what really happened. I'm also not sure how the officers should have been able to check if the ID was real or not and how they would've reacted to that."
Oct 7, 2020
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