Author Archives: w.oroabrahao

I read a New York times article called “Newark Insisted Its Water Was Safe. Then It Offered Filters for Lead.” by Liz Leyden. In this article Liz talks about how Newark’s top officials hid the fact that there was lead … Continue reading →

I had mixed feelings about this essay. I really enjoyed listening to my peers’ essays and learning more about them. But on the other hand, I was afraid to put myself out there and tell my story and to hear … Continue reading →

How does Anzaldna’s use of actual Spanish words add to her voice? 2. Is there a difference in how certain languages perceived in America? 3. How does the Phrase “linguist terrorism” add to Anzaldna’s message that certain language are discriminated … Continue reading →

George Dila’s approach to a first draft is extremely different from Anne Lamott’s approach to a first draft. Ms.Lamott’s way of writing is by writing down all your thoughts down and create a “shitty first draft” then edit it to … Continue reading →

The first time I saw this image was in the MOMA and it piqued my interest at first because of all the randomness of it, how the artist just splattered paint all over the canvas. I could feel/imagine what this … Continue reading →

Hello my name is Walter Oro Abrahaho I am Brazilian, I came to the united states when I was seven years old. I came here with my parents and stayed here to start a new life. I like to get … Continue reading →