Reaction#12-Young generation shines in Taipei Arts Awards

Young generation shines in Taipei Arts Awards
I think this kind of activity that they select art works in the museum to exhibit provides a great opportunity for modern young people. Through this good chance, many youngsters can bring their skills and talent of art into full play. There are no restrictions on types of art so that the art scope can gain new vitality and freedom of art works. Nowadays, many young people that don’t show their talent before begin to emerge in the art field. Although some of them are not professional artists, they are still good at expressing themselves through art. In my opinion, they are outstanding artists because they have courage to use contemporary art to convey their inner thinking that might not be accepted by people in this society. With the determination, they also can be active in this vast range.
I think this society can provide larger space for them to communicate with outside world by their unique perspective. The new generations usually have fresh and special versions but sometimes they do have proper ways to spread out their innovative ideas and imagination. Art can truly reflect people’s thoughts and reality in the hearts. When we see art works, they can not only show the creative power but also inspire our imagination that may be boundless. In addition, from the art works, we can see artists’ voice, persistence, enthusiasm, and plentiful essence. The art can spark the spirit and vitality of artists in a miraculous manner that we might not imagine before. There are no standards to judge whether the works are excellent or terrible. As far as I am concerned, the art is the communication of our souls and spirits and can touch us to evoke vibration. (287 words)

Reaction # 11-Volunteer sees age as no impediment to her work

Volunteer sees age as no impediment to her work
There are no restrictions to be the volunteers no matter what the field people involve in is. And no conditions of the voluntary service are stipulated basically. Actually, as long as we have sincere hearts, every one can become great volunteer to give service to the multitudes and the poor in society. The 70-year-old woman mentioned in the news is a criterion and paragon for us. She has been a volunteer swimming coach for a long time and is also a lifeguard. In addition, she cares about ailing seniors or other people who really need assistance. There is no doubt that she is the warm sunlight for their helpless situation. What is more, her aid rescue their distress and retrieve their hope.
For this selfless woman, her age is not a limit to her action of volunteer. It is her resolution that surpasses all obstacles on the surface. That is a breakthrough beyond common concepts. She is willing to devote herself to this society with whole energy. In spite of personal power, it can accomplish great devotion that demands mental and physical efforts and vigor. We can not only help others but also obtain valuable experience and unique vibration. Moreover, the effect on life realization and perspective is deeply influential. In view of these facts, devotion doesn’t equal to loss. Needless to say, the obtainment of the life is endless and everlasting. (232 words)

Reaction # 10-Lots of TV, gaming, Web harms kids' health: study

Lots of TV, gaming, Web harms kids' health: study
The media goes deep into our daily life and brings a lot of advantages to human beings. But in contrast, some problems derive from the disadvantages of media that exist over a long period of time. The convenience for people to make use of media makes users addicted to Internet, TV, or video games. They will stay at home all day and don’t want to go outside to exercise. That is prone to result in obesity for most adolescents. Moreover, those addicts are apt to develop unwholesome habits unconsciously, for instance, alcohol and drug use. This is an anxious problem and we should review the sources to seek solutions thoroughly.
Those unhealthy habits will influence the school performance and bring about awful consequences immediately. The excessive exposure to the media will induce numerous negative results on dimension of both body and mind. Generally speaking, the addiction to media is difficult to establish positive mentality and notions. Besides, the violence and sexual content have overwhelming impact on the behavior and development of proper conceptions. It goes without saying that adults should place importance on this profound effect on adolescents. It is true that the bad habits are hard to amended, but the first burner is to adapt to reducing the using time of indulgence in media. In conclusion, they should go outside to relax themselves by participating in activities or exercising. The best way is to accept new things with broad-minded attitude so that the media is no longer the only part of your life. (254 words)

Reaction# 9-Tobacco Hazard Prevention Act amendment takes effect in Taiwan next January 11

Tobacco Hazard Prevention Act amendment takes effect in Taiwan next January 11
Smoking really does great harm to human being’s body. Many people think they are lucky enough so the chance of being damaged by smoking will not happen on them. It is this mindset that will lead them to the hell of poor health. But when they find the terrible situation, it is almost the last moment to compensate for their health. So why can’t they understand this important concept at first and put it into practice? Then, the crucial factor is their determination to carry through the goal.
The smoke also has a significant effect on others who are around them. When they inhale the harmful smoke into the body, it will directly strike against the organs. In spite of the small amount of smoke each time, but it will cause the damage when the frequency accumulates for a long period. The operation of functions will gradually be hurt under the condition that you are not conscious. Especially, when this behavior happens in the indoor space, the consequence can’t be imagined at regular view. Moreover, there are many people having the habit of smoking in Taiwan. That is to say, the amount of the garbage of tobacco is astonishing. In addition to the air pollution, that is another disadvantage to this environment. To sum up, if this measure is enforced properly and efficiently, it will be a good welfare for the mass population on our society. (236 words)

Reaction Article # 8-Untainted rainforest in southern Taiwan to reopen Jan. 1

Untainted rainforest in southern Taiwan to reopen Jan. 1
Despite that the rapid development of economy and technology bring many resources and convenience to human kinds, but industrial pollution and artificial destruction have posed a great threat to natural environment. The imbalance pf nature will have effect on not only the ecology but also the human beings and our living places. The relationship between people and ecology is closely linked. Therefore, we must understand the truth and connection among it that the maintenance of natural surroundings is really important. Nowadays many species are in danger of extinction. I think those endangered animals or plants are the tragedy and great loss to this world. Thanks to more and more reserves recently, they can preserve steadiness of the ecology. Also, many people advocate and place importance on environmental protection to protect sparse and precious resources.
One summer vacation, my family and I went to Kenting. The spectacular scenery of one park impressed me a lot. That park is one part of the Kenting National Park according to the information on the Internet. Next to the dominant mountains and hills were the narrow paths and rocks that were grotesque and fantastic in shape. When we were walking on the trails, we could find a variety of vegetation and woods beside us. After walking for a period of time, we came to spacious grasslands. And the sea in front of us was so azure blue that could console our minds. Under the bright and warm shine, sometimes the sea would spark dazzlingly. I felt so touching when I saw such magnificent scenes. I deeply realize that marvelous nature is our valuable or even priceless treasury in the world. For this reason, the maintenance of ecology and environment is imperative issue at present. Only the abundant species and stable surroundings can maintain and stabilize all the ecology system to be steady.
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Reaction Article # 7-Yen says more cross-strait travel creates new stage for Taiwan tourism

Yen says more cross-strait travel creates new stage for Taiwan tourism
Every time when we hold activities that are regarded international culture as feature in Taiwan, the reaction is filled with fervor. People who not only come from all over Taiwan but also from overseas are extremely enthusiastic about these activities. To most of them, it is a good way to realize new things and broaden their sight. Moreover, it creates an opportunity to improve the exchange of different cultures. Through this way, it can make a bridge of communication between various people in this world. If we can positively hold such activities more, it can appeal many people to participate in and enjoy the contents. In addition to boosting the business, it aims to develop the international perspective and explore the essence of every culture.
Trying has the possibility of creating opportunities. Therefore, we can be brave to challenge new things. The interchange of cultures is one of examples. The most important meaning is that we can learn some customs and traditions from the cultural exchange. For instance, we can know marvel of language, feel the vibration in unfamiliar place, or even experience every culture’s uniqueness. But the presupposition of these advantages is the mutual esteem so that we can learn the good points of each other. Then, it can reach one definite extent and effect with it. We should consider the exchange of culture to be a life event and don’t complicate it to deviate its original direction and purpose. (241 words)

Reaction# 6-COA promotes leisure farms and wine villages

COA promotes leisure farms and wine villages
I think the combination of leisure farms and forests can not only promote business but also protect the ecology. Also, if they provide service of high quality, it can attract visitors from all over Taiwan even the foreigners. In addition to the consideration of business factor, the most important aspect is to popularize the characteristic of Taiwan. Thus, more people can know the ecology in Taiwan further by this opportunity. Building the leisure farms provides a good place to have a rest or a shelter for releasing our pressure. We also can explore the beauty and marvels of the nature or the countryside sceneries in the farms. Furthermore, we can realize the agricultural products of Taiwan in leisure farms and spread those products to international countries. It is an encouraging way to introduce this wonderful land to foreign people. Because the leisure agriculture is the trend in many places, we should improve the tourism industry and this range to people. Moreover, it is beneficial to local people and it provides abundant resources to nationals.
In my opinion, modern people are too busy to relax themselves because of the works. With these places, they can be close to the nature to experience the vibration with this land. And there is a simple method to feel the relaxation. That is to take a deep breath in forests and listen to birds singing with our smooth hearts. Then, our pressure will go away with the breeze. We should try to enjoy our holidays and relax our tired body and mind. Consequently, taking a walk in the nature is really a fantastic suggestion for every one. (272 words)

Reaction# 5-Fitness and nutrition

Fitness and nutrition
Human beings need supply of sufficient nutrients to function faculties in bodies regularly. So the balanced diet appears extremely important. If we have sufficiency of nutrition, our bodies can maintain a good condition normally. Thus we have enough energy to work, handle a task, and think with our minds. Also, proper minerals, vitamins, vegetables, and fruits are necessary for us. These substances have a great effect on functions and balance of body. Besides, another necessity is the water that is extraordinarily essential. With beverage stores increasing rapidly, more and more people drink lots of drinks instead of water especially the adolescents. It contributes to obesity easily and the loss of equation comes into existence in our bodies so that we must pay attention to our absorption of those essentials.
Modern people are constantly urged by bustle of works or studies and the quick step in society. People will not lay stress on their health because they always have busy things to do. As a consequence, the bad symptoms of health will gradually emerge due to the unbalanced diet. But if this situation lasts too long, our body will give the warning to remind us. However, there are still a lot of people ignoring those cautions not detecting the seriousness of this problem. Therefore, we need some information to correct the wrong concepts. In addition to supplementing a variety of food that is beneficial to us, we also demand to exercise to sustain our figure and improve the metabolism. The good habit of diet and steady function of body can supplement us full physical strength and change condition of health into a better one. To sum up, we must care about our body all the time no matter how busy we are.(291 words)

Afghan aid workers raise security after killing

Afghan aid workers raise security after killing
The killing of the foreign relief worker who preached the Christianity in Kabul contributed to thinking over the security arrangements again by the Afghanistan government. The woman who was killed by the Taliban served the charity institution to help those who are physically disabled and are poor. The Taliban admitted their crime and the purpose of what they did was to prevent those relief workers from engaging in the charitable works. Therefore, this behavior makes the situation and the moment more critical so that relief workers have misgivings about their safe factors and the status of affairs in Kabul now. Under this emergency, they are forced to change their thinking and the direction about it. They consider going to other regions and continuing their works on charity if it is too dangerous to stay in Kabul. They devote themselves to people who really need others’ help in Afghanistan. And they care about those people who are ignored by others with sincere hearts. Moreover, they do not regret their decision of serving in Afghanistan. The only thing they want to do is to make efforts to aid poor people wholeheartedly without any hesitation. Despite of the threat and hardship around them, they will not give up hopes and not succumb to dangers in chaotic surroundings. They decide to go through it with courage and do not allow the despair to strike them down. Under no circumstances will they abandon the resolution of the works they do. The most respectful thing for me is that they do not regard their lives as the first importance but the need of the poor. That is an extremely noble dream that demands the soul, firm resolution, confidence, and great courage to attain it. This goal is indeed rocky and is a difficult step for the relief workers. But their belief enlightens the concept about the charity and inspires the thinking of related issue. The range it will influence includes one region, a country, or even the whole world. Above all, I think we should learn their spirits and attitudes toward it with positive concept to enrich our life knowledge and the perspective. (357 words)

India's Christians celebrate first woman saint

India's Christians celebrate first woman saint
My reactions:
Christians are all over the world, and Asia countries are no exceptions. But in India, the Christians that only account for a small part are the attacked targets of most religious believers of Hinduism. People in India regard those minorities whose beliefs are different from majorities as heretics. I have read the news recently that talked about a tragedy that one family who believe in Christianity was killed by some mobs with a ridiculous reason which is their belief. It is really unfair that Christians have to suffer from attacks and public opinions just because of the unfree religion in India. In spite of the different principles and viewpoints, people still have to try to accept other faiths. No matter what the system of country is, the freedom of religion must be guaranteed absolutely in terms of the conventions. In this indifferent modern society, some people will appeal to committing their souls to the faith. The main meaning of the religion may be getting the comfort and developing pure heart from it. Sometimes the religion is the sun for extremely frustrated people who are at low tide. It can guide lost people to appropriate direction if they realize the significance of life along with positive attitude to everything they will face. In addition, perhaps there are someone disagrees with people who are over enthusiastic about their religion, but we must esteem their decision and behavior. It is what we have to think over because this issue is closely linked to our daily life. It is also a wisdom to learn how to treat religion as the conventional part around us. When it comes to the saint in the field of religion, I will associate with Mother Teresa. No one can deny her unconditioned devotion and sacrifices to many people. Therefore, she win the respect and adoration from everyone. This is the true meaning of the religion that encourages us to spare on efforts to help others despite that we are not the followers of any kind of religions. (338words)

Afghan general: Politics needed to end war

Afghan general: Politics needed to end war
My reactions:
In Afghanistan, even the capital – Kabul, there has been a constant disorder due to the Taliban. Now, the minister of defense brings up an idea that they must seek some solutions to ending the turmoil in their country. Someone suggested that it is the best the way through the negotiation, but it could be very difficult in this nervous situation. If they can figure it out, they will take measures to solve the problem as quickly as possible. First, they should realize the center of this significant problem so that it is easier to find out the methods. Moreover, it is said that the aspects of politics, economy, and military must be put into consideration because these concepts are the essentials in terms of the international perspective.
In my opinion, despite of the politic settlement, people in Afghanistan are also expected to abide by and cooperate with constitution or new policies so that it is more likely to attain the purpose which is to improve the life better. On the other side, the support of western countries plays a vital part at this key point. This important decision needs their approval and help. Maybe we do not understand the thinking of those militants and might suspect why they do those insurgencies. But we all clearly know that disorders Taliban cause will directly have effects on the whole world. Furthermore, it will panic people all over the Afghanistan. Those people are unwilling to lead such alarmed and panicky life. It should be avoided right now owing to the consideration of their safety. I hope the dream of better life and living standard there will come true very soon. (277words)

climate change

Chicago debate: Facing up to the challenges of climate change

One of the most important issue is the climate change. It deeply influences every part of our life as well as the ecosystems. So it has been a big question in recent years. It is so eager for us to find out the solutions to this situation. Even though many experts make efforts to promote this important concept of protecting our environment, most developed countries still lack complete determination to put it into practice because of many factors like industry or economy and so on.
In my opinion, it is everyone’s duty to pay attention to our behavior that may do damage to our environment although it is a subtle action. Nowadays the aspect we should improve immediately is the emission of carbon. We must decrease the emission of carbon which directly causes the global warming. According to the news, we realize that the innovation and research about the renewable energies have constantly been carried out. Some specialists also said it is possible that if developed and developing countries clearly understand their international status and take responsibility for their policies, it might be more easier to lead other countries to concern about our nature and environment.
As far as I am concerned, it is the front burner for everybody to treat the earth and think about our future with the positive attitude and our heart.