Sublimity-What Moves Me

In class we have been covering Longinus and sublime. The idea of sublimity covers much depth, but sublime to me is an experience and or emotion that creates a great feeling, memory, and makes you obtain a higher feeling.

Things that move me:

The first thing that comes to mind that moves me and can be considered sublime is music. I love all types of music, it always creates positive feelings, emotions. Music seems to trigger so many things.
Songs that move me:
1. Wont Back Down by Tom Petty- one of my all time favorite songs, I think the title speaks for itself, can be applied in many ways of life.
2. More Than a Feeling by Boston-brings a great sense of joy, an upbeat rock song that can be listened to in any type of situation
3.I've Got Friends in Low Places by Garth Brooks- reminds me of partying with my friends, karoake at the bars, and lots of beer drinking
4. How We Do by 50 Cent and The Game-nothing like driving in your car listening to this song
5. Freebird by Lynard Skynard- I enjoy this song because of the instrumentals throughout

Athletics has created lots of sublimity throughout my life. There are a few particular occurences that come to mind. Basketball season 2004 senior year in high school. With a playoff spot on the line I scored 27 points to lead my team to victory. The ultimate feeling of accomplishment that came with performance is a memory I will not forget. All the hardwork and time put in, created a certain satisfaction that cannot be repeated.

Pitching a two hit shutout in the semifinals of the state tournament against one of the top teams in state. All the hours spent practicing had paid off, and prepared me for success in one the biggest games that I ever pitched in.

Living in Washington State- where else can you live and be near so much beauty? I have been blessed to live in such a beautiful area. I can drive in nearly 4 hrs to Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Rainer, the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade Mountain Range, the Cascade Rainforest, the Puget Sound, Canada, or Seattle. The Pacific Northwest is an amazing place to live, and makes it more rewarding, and satisfying to return home every winter and summer break.

My family is a huge part of my life. They support me in whatever I choose to do, and have provided a foundation for me to be successful in life.

The book My Side of the Mountain, I read this book three times over when I was a young child, about a boy running away from home, with his pet hawk, and lives in the trunk of a tree. The indepenedence the boy feels living on his own and the adventure he encounters made for fun reading.