Aaron Moss' Blog

IMHO

2009-05-06T12:10:00.000-07:00

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/8036568.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/8035316.stm

Fish Out of Water

2009-04-29T13:01:00.000-07:00

Walk A Mile in Heels. No Thank You!

Downtown San Jose was buzzing with people on Monday when they hosted the event in which males would wear high heels. This is symbolizing what it would be like to walk a mile in women’s shoes.

The YWCA put on the event and this was their 7th time holding it and is looking to keep going strong. It was held on April 22, 2009 and it was to support, and promote sexual assault awareness.

Confusion was my first reaction because I have never experienced something like this, mainly because I do not really attend events of this nature. I also am not a huge fan of downtown areas in big cities so I get tense when there is a lot of people I do not know and large buildings all around.

The crowd was buzzing with eagerness to start the walk, which started at Plaza de Ceaser Chavez. This is where I observed the event and was fairly surprised at how many people showed up. At this location I ended up running into a lady named Heidi Lawson whom was a guest in our PR 193 class and Works for the YWCA as the Community Relations Manager.

Along with confusion I was kind of excited seeing as I do enjoy new things and seeing a bunch of men walking in heels is pretty amusing to see. A few of the men participating looked very uncomfortable, and for good reason seeing as high heels are made for the slim foot of a woman.

The volunteers were very nice and knowledgeable about the event and were able to point me in the right direction when I had questions. Going to the event alone was not a bad idea because it forced me to go out and meet people and the other people at the event were very friendly.

There were a lot of families that attended the event meaning more specifically there were more children there than I thought I would see. This was very impactful because this was showing that men were not just drug there by their wives.

I have felt the “fish out of water” feeling a lot when traveling to other countries and even states but this was a different feeling. The feeling I felt was more so one of emotion because I have never been to events like this and to see strangers in a community come together for a cause is extremely moving.

Ad redirect

2009-04-27T14:31:00.000-07:00

Synopsis of ad now: the ad is red background with a picture of a surfer on the top with the company's name, Sticky Bumps, and below the picture are the products they sell: Wax, Traction Pads, Leashes, and Board Bags. It is directed at an older audience whom know how to surf already.

How to redirect the ad: I would redirect the ad to a younger audience and by doing this I would change the picture to a younger child using the same products that Sticky Bumps sells. I would also change the colors to brighter more vibrant colors that will attract a child's eye more.

As far as the font it is a little plain for an ad targeting a younger surfer child. Today children like crazy style writing and loud objects to get them excited because they want to be noticed.

I would change the placement of the products and the picture int he ad. I would have the picture in the middle but cropped in a circle with the products surrounding the picture. The on the top I would have the brand name in an electric green or blue and the bottom would have the website.

Individual Blog Assignment #1

2009-04-20T11:05:00.000-07:00

The news story that I am doing is about the San Jose Sharks and their lack of success in the Stanley Cup playoffs. All but one year the San Jose Sharks have stayed true to form by having a great regular season then falling apart when the pressure of the playoffs comes along. This has been a trend for the Sharks as soon as getting to the playoffs became routine. As routine as it is that the Sharks make the playoffs it is just as normal to see them lose out early because they do not execute during the playoffs.
Major problems for the Sharks are easy to see, lack of intensity, lack of execution, and lack of toughness are all major contributors to their dismal playoff history. The Sharks seem to curl up in a ball whenever they are expected to be "that team" that should win the Stanley Cup. The pressure that has been put on the Sharks in the last 4 years to win the Stanley Cup has gotten a coach fired and some moves made in the roster. Another reason the Sharks have not had any success in the playoffs is the fact that their "Big" players do not show up like Joe Thornton and Patrick Marleau. They should be leading the team but always lack the numbers that leaders should have like a Sidney Crosby or Evgeni Malkin or a Nicklas Lidstrom. Again this year the Sharks are staying true to form being down 2-0 to the Ducks.

The way I see it...

2009-04-06T14:13:00.001-07:00

" People do not care about what you did yesterday. People do not care what you are doing tomorrow. People only care about what you are doing at this moment in time, right now. You need to seize the moment that you are in."

"Never hold back because if you do you might never have the same opportunity presented to you ever again."

Similies and Metaphors

2009-04-06T09:43:00.000-07:00

Similes:
Evgeni Malkin launched that puck like a rocket right down Broadway.
Shane, you look about as red as a lobster.

Metaphors:
Brian was a wall, bouncing every tennis ball back over the net.
We would have had more pizza to eat if Tammy hadn’t been such a hog

NPR

2009-03-18T00:28:00.000-07:00

Metal Band in Bagdad.
The interviewer gave a brief background on the band Acrassicauda and why they had to be relocated. The were not allowed to make music under the Saddam regime but since the American invasion they have received more death threats and forced to move. Started off with trying to find the background on Heavy Metal in Baghdad. lead into the movement to Syria and that is where they made their first record and how their lives were put into their first album. Asked good questions that lead to the bands explanations of why they wrote their music. The band was very straight forward and did not try to avoid any questions from my point of view. The interviewer was very educated about the band and their history. The connection between the interviewer and interviewee is one of wanting the band to open up and share their story. She ws trying to guide the band to inform and share their stories. The interviewer was good about quoting the band and making them comfortable by having previous knowledge. The interviewer had good excerpts from the band's songs and used them to explain their views and past experiences while connecting it with the music. The interviewer was trying to make the band out to be victims of the social norms in Baghdad and that is why they now live in the United States. The interviewer was very good at cutting down dead time. I think there was only a few moments that had any sort of dead time. I learned that being prepared and doing homework on your interviewee is very important and promotion is also a key part. Every couple minutes they would reintroduce all the people being interviewed and also the cause of them being there.

IMHO

2009-03-16T10:45:00.000-07:00

http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-mexico-arms-race15-2009mar15,0,229992.story

This story really upsets me because people have been going nuts about Mexico for a while now but not everywhere is so bad. This place is Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo which is a beautiful place and also the destination of my spring break trip. I have been there twice already and the place is amazing and it is easy to stay out of trouble. The ones who get in trouble and end up having problems are the ones whom provoke them not the ones who stay out of trouble. All people have been reporting about Mexico is bad things because of the Drug War but America should be backing Mexico if there stance is anti-drug which almost every political stance is. The news should be focusing more on how beautiful Mexico is but blood is what makes news so it does not surprise me that this is the only thing being reported. The times I have been down there I have been able to stay out of trouble but also never heard any gun fire or bombs or rockets so I am going down with an open mind and other people should too. The only place that is really bad is the border towns which SHOULD be avoided, not the entire country.
The other reasons why this article bugs me is because they seem so nonchalant about the smuggling of Miltary weapons into the country and that they cannot find the cause of it. If the military is missing weapons or has a rouge person sellling these weapons to the drug lords it should be stopped. They should put a stronger enforcement on keeping tack of weapons because grenades and guns and missles are large items to be missing.

Mystery Character

2009-03-15T16:32:00.000-07:00

I'm a kid around the age of 9 years old and I live in a very small town. I wear a read coat with brown pants and a light blue beanie. I tend to waddle around town because I am to wide to walk normally. I can do pretty much whatever I want because my mom is a huge push over and I come up with some pretty crazy ideas. I have 3 other friends with whom I hangout with all the time and go on these crazy adventures with. They say they don't like me all the time but I know they do. I have a foul mouth and do not like my teacher at school.

word of the week #6

2009-03-09T11:32:00.000-07:00

Word: Sabbatical
Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: any extended period of leave from one's customary work, esp. for rest, to acquire new skills or training, etc.
Where I heard it: surfline.com
Sentence: Andy Irons announces his sabbatical from the World Championship Tour.
My sentence: I have always wanted to take a sabbatical from school but I know I would probably never go back.

Word of Week 5

2009-03-01T14:54:00.000-08:00

Word: disavow
Part of Speech: Verb
Definition: To disclaim responsibility for
Where I heard it: my friend told me to use it
" You should use the word disavow."
My Sentence: The little boy disavowed that he ever broke the window.

BEER TRUCK

2009-02-25T13:37:00.000-08:00

The east bound lanes of the Bay Bridge were at a stand still for 45 min because a beer truck blew a tired and caught fire.
The driver was not injured nor were there any injuries by surrounding drivers reported the California Highway Patrol.
The Coors truck caught fire as the tire blew and the driver kept on driving without knowing and the sparks caused the fire.
The firefighters put out the flames a little after 2 p.m. and that is when the west bound lanes and east bound lanes slowly started opening.

word of the week #4

2009-02-23T11:24:00.000-08:00

Word: Bolero
Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: A Spanish dance, illustrative of the passion of love, accompanied by caste nets and singing.
I asked the beautiful woman at the party if she would join me in a bolero.

2009-02-18T12:28:00.000-08:00

A Restaurant Argument
I was at work last night when a table of 2 arrived in my section at a nice intimate table in the corner of a large room that could probably seat 175 people or more. The room was buzzing with business people having meetings, a birthday for an older lady probably in her late 50's early 60's and the normal husband and wife combos scatter amongst the crowd. The room was filled with the smells of pizza, pasta, and grilled meats. The aroma was of sauces sizzling on the stove with duck "ragu," citrus cream sauces and pizzas with pepperoni, prosciutto, and fresh basil. Other than the food the wine at the tables filled the air as well. The room smelled so good that you would want it all in one pasta bowl to eat yourself.

word of the week #3

2009-02-16T11:19:00.000-08:00

Rapport
Noun
relation; connection, esp. harmonious or sympathetic relation

We are trying to come up with colors that closely rapport with each other.

2009-02-02T11:42:00.000-08:00

anaphylactic or anaphylaxis
Part of speech: noun
Definition: exaggerated allergic reaction to a foreign protein resulting from previous exposure to it.
When and Where I heard it: I heard it on the T.V. show House.
Sentence: The patient is going in the anaphylactic Shock!
My Sentence: The child is going into anaphylactic shock from the treatment we have been giving it.

About Me

2009-01-28T14:02:00.000-08:00

My name is Aaron Moss. I am 23 years old and I was born and raised in San Jose. I am a senior at San Jose State University and cannot wait to graduate. A few interesting things about me are that I am a current member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. Also I grew up surfing and I love the ocean, it is like my second home. I transferred from University of Hawaii Manoa to San Jose State so I have lived in Hawaii. I also played ice hockey from the age of 5 till 18 and I have traveled many places in the world to play. My best and worst characteristic is the same thing and it is that I am a very laid back person.

Final Exam LEADS

2008-05-12T12:55:00.000-07:00

Who Lead: An unidentified male was robbed an beaten around 9 a.m. this morning in his apartment located in Mt. View.

Where Lead: At 2200 California Street a man was robbed and then beaten with a toilet seat by 2 males inside his apartment this morning.

What Lead: There was robbery this morning inside a man's apartment that resulted in the unidentified male being hospitalized.

How Lead: A man was beaten and hospitalized when two men had robbed him this morning around 9 a.m. at his apartment, 2200 California St.

In this case since the male's name was never released the best lead would be the WHAT lead because it describes the scene and the actions in more detail than leading without a name of the victim. What leads also give a better description of the scene of the crime and how it was executed.

LIfe Experience

2008-04-09T12:14:00.000-07:00

I was standing in the walk way looking out at the ocean on another sunny day in Hawaii. All was normal on this day with big waves accompanied by tons of people. Little did I know that this day would challenge my body's ability to stay calm in a fight or flight situation. After getting a couple waves the last one that day change my entire outlook on life. First I was paddling and the next thing I know I am stuck in between the reef looking up at the glare of the sun shinning through the water. Not the normal day in paradise most people would expect.

During this time I spent underwater, which seemed like an eternity, I was wrestling with the thoughts of dying as well as staying calm so I could get myself out of this mess. I was taught when a situation like this occurs to keep your eyes open, look for a gap in the reef, and push off when there is a break in the waves. Training and actual experiences are two completely different situations and not matter how I trained I would never be ready for this day.

As I was gaining my composure and telling myself to stay calm so I can make it out I felt a sense of relief because the ocean is my second home. It took me a while to understand this but once I did I could feel the water begin to slow down and that is when I made the move. I shot out of this god forsaken hole in the reef and poked my head out of the water as if I were a sea turtle only to be struck by yet another on coming wave. Thankfully that wave took me close enough to shore so I was out of trouble. I was ALIVE!

Sitting there on the beach, broken board and cuts all over, I had a slight grin on my face. I know that I had probably become to confident in the ocean and she was just letting my know who was in charge. I sat there with looking at a sunset that, to me, was the most beautiful thing in the entire world with a beer in hand thinking about how the day change from the start to that moment. I will never forget this day for the rest of my life.

Sports Broadcast

2008-03-19T12:40:00.000-07:00

The crowd of 10,000 saw the SaberCats defeat their rival the Arizona Rattlers 63-43.

The game, however, was overshadowed by the Arena Bowl trophy and banner presentation.

Mark Grieb was outstanding completing 22 of 33 passes for three touchdowns.

Steve Watson led the defense with 6 tackles 2 of those being sacks for a total of 9 yards.

The arena provided good scenery with the beloved saber kittens catching everyone’s eyes.

The defending champion SaberCats are en route to another fantastic seasons if they play the

way they did on Saturday.

Sabercats

2008-03-19T11:26:00.000-07:00

Home Opener Success for SaberCats

On a night that was accompanied by the Arena Bowl trophy, the San Jose SaberCats did

not disappoint the crowd of about 13,000 in attendance Saturday night.

The beloved SaberCats defeated their number 1 rival the Arizona Rattlers in a back-and-forth

touchdown shootout, which was not decided until the closing minutes of the forth quarter.

There were many standout plays and players on this night but as usual the amazing accuracy

and patience of Mark Grieb completing 22 of his 33 pass attempts for 264 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Even at the age of 34, Grieb is showing signs of youth by his elusive mobility and veteran

calmness in the pocket. The only blemishes on Grieb's stats that night were the two interceptions

he threw.

The last drive of the game that sealed the deal ended with a touchdown with 16 seconds left

in the game. The drive started with a fumble on the Arizona 4-yard line. Offense took over from

there was a run right through the Arizona defensive line for a 6 points.

The defense for the SaberCats was also spectacular coming up with 2 interceptions and 3 sacks

that left Rattler's quarterback Jeff Smoker hearing footsteps all night long.

The stars of the defense for the SaberCats were Steve Watson and Marquis Floyd each with

6 tackles with Watson credited for 2 sacks for -9 yards.

The night started out on the right foot as the Arena Bowl trophy was presented before kickoff

as well as the championship banner presentation, which was the SaberCats third of this century.

The SaberCats will bang heads with the Dallas Desperadoes at the HP Pavilion on Saturday

the 22nd with a 7:30 p.m. kickoff.

2008-02-27T12:23:00.000-08:00

Who: The students of SJSU, The bursars office, The SJSU Police and parking nazis. I would interview all these people because all can be effected or have input into the decision making

What: The amount of parking, the permits issued, and the size of spaces.

Where: SJSU campus garages, as well as public parking

When: Fall and Spring semesters

Why: The amount of money it costs and the availability for students, as well as the amount of time the students need to find a spot and get to class.

How: How did the school come to the conclusion to make the spaces small and the number of spaces issued. As well as the price.

AP Style Book

2008-02-13T12:54:00.000-08:00

Some weird AP Style things:

1) Do not use the word Okay, but Ok, Ok'd, Ok'ing and ok.

2) Only spelling out a number when it starts a sentence

3) Do not use metric system in writing where it is not accepted

4) Months can be abbreviated when using a date but must be spelled out when standing alone

Missing Boy

2008-02-06T12:32:00.000-08:00

A 7 year-old boy was found after missing for three years, monday night, and the mother, Ellen Lynn Conner, is facing kidnapping charges.

A neighbor in Brick Township, New Jersey, recognized the boy when his picture was shown after the movie "Adam: The Song Continues."

Smoking Wheel

2008-02-06T12:19:00.001-08:00

Forty passengers were evacuated on Northwest Airlines, flight 428, when a landing tower employee spotted smoke coming from the wheels.

The dramatic event happened Wednesday at LaCrosse Municipal Airport as the flight arrived from Minneapolis Minnesota.

Leads #3 Chevy Chase

2008-02-05T17:28:00.000-08:00

Actor and comedian Chevy Chase was appointed to the board of trustees at Bard College in New York, where he is a famous alumnus.

Fifteen dead, and 175 injured when 1 Amtrak and 3 Conrail trains headed northbound collide in Near Chase, Maryland, in the worst accident in Amtrak history.

AIR CRASH

2008-02-04T12:38:00.000-08:00

The worst airline disaster in 3 years occurred when 131 passengers died aboard a US airliner that tragically crashed on its final approach.

About Me

2008-01-30T12:48:00.000-08:00

My name is Aaron Moss, I am 22 years old and not getting any younger. I am originally from San Jose but I have also lived in Hawaii. I am a transfer student from University of Hawaii Manoa on Oahu.

I grew up surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding but also I played ice hockey for almost 12 years. I have traveled to tons of places around the world and I love to travel and go to new places.

I have been private schooled my entire life, which most people think is pretty weird but I liked it a lot. I went to St. Martins in San Jose and from there proceeded to go to St. Francis High School in Mt. View ( if you went to a rival school, do not hate because we were the best!).

I enjoy watching sports but most of all hockey because I played but I also worked for the San Jose Sharks for 6 years doing video work for the coaches and the scouts. It was a lot of fun learning how a professional team works, especially behind the scenes.

Well I hope you all learned enough about me. I'll see you in class.

Dona Nichol's Jour. 61 A class

2008-01-30T12:28:00.001-08:00

This class is sooooooooo coooooooooool! I wish I could get in!