Bethany Ward's Page

After reading Saray's funny yet inspiring poem "Soooonnnniiiiaaa" and Dominique's beautifully symbolic poem "My Next Door Neighbor" I couldn't help, but look at El Paso and Mexico in a whole new way.

I grew up in El Paso and for the most part took it for granted (and still do). "Boring," "ugly," and "I can't wait to get out of here," were always used as I described my hometown to others. But never once did I realize the true beauties of El Paso. The beautiful Franklin…

In the past year or so bullying has become a serious issue throughout America. It is not just in high school, but in middle schools and elementary schools as well. It is so sad to see that people can treat others this way, especially at such a young age. What is even sadder is what little school officials are doing to prevent the bullying. We see in so many cases of bullying that the student being bullied cries for help, but often times no one is there to listen. 

It is…

With the 4th of July quickly approaching, fun events with family and friends are sure to make up almost everyones three day weekend. I am incredibly excited, because this weekend we will be having a family reunion, which I am sure will hold MANY unforgettable stories. My mom's sister and her family are driving down today from Dallas, and I am so excited to see them, they always keep me laughing and my cousins from…

I recently read an article on CNN.com called "What is beauty and who has it?"  http://www.cnn.com/2011/LIVING/06/29/global.beauty.culture/index.html?hpt=hp_c2

As I read the article I found it to be very interesting. The article asks, "Can beauty be defined by age, gender, color, body shape or size." And it seems that the definition of beauty is changing constantly,…