Most recent public comments by Hayley Bartholomew-Lowery https://nowcomment.com/users/133849 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3072472 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3072472 This form of language is often used is a disrespectful manor. Fri, 26 May 2023 10:03:54 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3072468 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3072468 She didn’t have to kill herself. I feel she could of found a better way to resolve it. Fri, 26 May 2023 10:01:24 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3072462 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3072462 Could it have been resolved without violence? Fri, 26 May 2023 09:56:15 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3071061 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3071061 Jim is Lizzie’s husband Tue, 23 May 2023 14:18:00 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3071046 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3071046 Focuses on the stay at home wife name Lizzie Tue, 23 May 2023 14:15:00 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3070461 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347657?scroll_to=3070461 Remembering Mon, 22 May 2023 13:44:58 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347062?scroll_to=3068155 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347062?scroll_to=3068155 City is making a conscious choice to be himself rather than trying to impress Shalaya. He is making a decision to find an authentic way to make himself special when he returns for spring break. He is determined to garner Shalaya's attention and affection through his true, genuine self rather than by trying to be someone he is not. His choice to remain true to himself, despite the potential for rejection, is a testament to his strength of character. Tue, 16 May 2023 21:11:13 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3062169 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3062169 You can tell that the grandmother is a southern religious woman who truly wants the best for her family. Even though City may not like how she handled the situation it still had a good meaning. It's kind of crazy that his mom did send him down there to get prayed for and whooped. Wed, 03 May 2023 11:09:58 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3062164 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3062164 Being able to visually see City and his Grandma running around like Tom and Jerry. He was really trying to get away from it, but we all know that never is the case. Wed, 03 May 2023 11:05:50 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3057328 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3057328 As a kid you hear so many different stories from elders. Some may be a lie, but they get defensive when you call them out on it. Mon, 24 Apr 2023 09:12:30 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3057327 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3057327 He lowkey ate his mom up because of how thin her lips are and compared it to white people. Outrageous 😭. Mon, 24 Apr 2023 09:09:52 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3055128 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3055128 City didn’t know what his mom was thinking but he is try not to get his behind whooped. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 11:22:47 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054270 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054270 With this competition and noticing the different treatment that many contestants got, City notice it and was sick. When getting his word on stage and even hearing the word that LaVander got her wondered. Why are they giving these “black words” especially the word given to City…. “niggardly”. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:09:35 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054264 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054264 Mama probably was fighting between knowing that City wasn’t completely wrong but also didn’t respect his image and let them white peoples get to him. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:07:02 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054237 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054237 City wasn’t wrong for what he said maybe his presence could be slightly different but it is true to wonder why there isn’t a Native Indian or African players. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 09:49:51 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054232 https://nowcomment.com/documents/345985?scroll_to=3054232 When you have word like “niggardly” and you see the spelling and you give it to and African American child… that just seems tooo perfect and wrong. Those white people see what it is. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 09:48:29 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051835 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051835 I did notice that it could be a piece of physical description. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:33 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051832 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051832 The relationship between City and Shalaya Crump is very interesting especially they way they talk to each other. City really likes her, but her mind is more in the future like 2013. She has captured City's attention, and he cares a great deal about her welfare. City learns about the history of racism and oppression in the South through his quest to save Shalaya, and he also develops a deeper understanding of his own identity and position in the universe. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051830 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051830 Laymon makes fun of the media's preoccupation with sensationalizing Black grief and tragedy through comedy. Additionally, he uses commentary to draw attention to the systematic racism in American education and how it feeds the myth of white supremacy. Overall, the chapter exposes the hypocrisy and injustice of American culture through a blend of humor and critique. The phrase "kindly pause" is a form of satire especially with the kind of conversation being had between City and Lavander. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051828 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051828 This is a slight insult to African American people because saying the those are " black words" and looking at those word compared to others they just look simple. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051824 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051824 Their conversation regarding each other and the future and relationship. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051808 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051808 Referring to the African Americans being more ignorant. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051227 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051227 Wow this rely surprised me. I love how to took the internal characteristics and made it into physical attributes. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051226 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051226 I can see this as City if he was in a movie. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051225 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051225 I do agree that LaVander seems to be more fit. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051215 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051215 This is my Ai creation of CIty. I plugged in " a 14-year-old, small and skinny black boy with a curly top afro and wide body with full lips and slightly low eyes." I created this based on what image came to my head since the book doesn't get into deep detail about what he looks like. I didn't think he would be on the larger side because there wasn't any mention of sports as if he was an athlete or anything. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051198 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051198 LaVander and City share a common experience of participating in a spelling contest, where the atmosphere of competition is intense. LaVander is determined not to lose to the white competitors and displays a strong sense of confidence. However, upon observing the setup of the competition, he realizes the implicit bias against black participants, and this realization affects him emotionally. City, while noticing LaVander's distress, still chooses to make light of the situation, using humor as a form of satire. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051168 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051168 specifically "black words" Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051163 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051163 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051158 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051158 Shalaya Crump resembles a goddess or his queen in City's eyes. In an effort to win her love, he values her opinions, pays attention to everything she says, and makes a conscious effort not to do anything she finds offensive. Nevertheless, despite City's desire for Shalaya's love, she appears to be thinking ahead to 2013 and whether or not he will still be with her then. This chapter sheds light on City's intense desire for Shalaya's love while also highlighting the difficulties of their relationship and circumstance. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051154 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051154 He gives a visual in this sentence. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051151 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3051151 Kiese Laymon incorporates satire in his writing by utilizing contemporary terms and phrases, such as "nigga" or "homosexual," as observed through the character dialogue. In the chapter, Principal Reeves avoids drama and negativity, particularly because she is familiar with City's mother, and instead offers City historical context about the struggles African American students have faced in their pursuit of education. Also informing him of his privacy duties in the bathroom. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041664 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041664 The literary device for this phrase was Repetition. I think they tried to emphasise their statement with saying “all things considered”. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041658 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041658 There are often people who focus on the in the moment or the attention they are getting now. They often forget about the future. With City said “ striving for legendary” this open my eyes because I was raised with that mindset. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041635 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041635 Do y’all think there is even a real problem between City and LaVander? Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041632 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041632 This saying relates to the thing that the person is lacking or has difficulty with such as trust issues or showing vulnerability. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041616 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041616 Uncle Relle is just like a Caribbean uncle who has those red eyes, but always has to make a comment. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041610 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041610 “Freedom Schools Now” This connects to the protest that happened March 28, 2023 regarding the school system and how there are unfair and unjust ways. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041099 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041099 Character description from the AI Mojo Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041048 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041048 I too love to see this language used because it makes the topic more interesting and also makes you wonder what they are discussing. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041038 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041038 He is probably an individual who wants to fit minor be seen differently. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041030 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041030 This kind of language or wording makes the books more youthful and personal. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041019 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041019 I've heard that term used often in school and growing up because people would want to remove homosexual thoughts from the sentence. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3040972 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3040972 When saying the N-word there shouldn't be a specific on how is saying word. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/341099?scroll_to=3023737 https://nowcomment.com/documents/341099?scroll_to=3023737 The New York Times 1619 Project, highlights the ways in which fear has been used to oppress Black people and perpetuate systemic racism. It also examines the ways in which slavery and its legacy have impacted Black men and women differently, and how these experiences continue to shape the experiences of Black people in the present day. Racial profiling, the practice of using race as a factor in determining whether an individual is likely to commit a crime, is one-way fear has been weaponized against Black men. Because of their race and gender, black men are frequently perceived as suspicious or dangerous, leading to increased surveillance, harassment, and violence. Fear has been used to reinforce traditional gender roles and stereotypes that limit both men and women's freedoms and opportunities. This includes the fear of men being perceived as weak or unmanly if they exhibit feminine characteristics such as vulnerability or emotional openness. It also includes the fear of women who challenge traditional gender roles and expectations, such as women who pursue traditionally male-dominated careers or reject traditional notions of femininity. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 19:54:32 -0400