Thankful

      Thanksgiving is a time for family and food as we come together to appreciate everything we have. While I am thankful for a lot of things everyday, I usually forget about school. I’d like to start off by saying that I am thankful for our class as a whole. Philosophy is one of the best English classes I have taken in high school. I like how everything is discussion based and how everyone is so open to stating their own opinions while still listening to what others have to say.

       One classmate that I am thankful for is Jonathan Eng. I really don’t know where to begin with him. Being friends with my twin brother, Jonathan has been coming to my house for years and that’s actually how we met. We have always waved to each other in the hallway and made fun of my brother together, but this year, we have become closer. Jonathan provides that comical relief that everyone needs during our class discussions and group work. Whether he can’t see the questions on the board, or he has no idea what is going on, one cannot help but laugh.

        Not only do I get to see Jonathan in class but I also get to spend my lunch and the occasional weekend with him. From spa days to fantasy sports we can laugh about anything and there is never a dull moment at our lunch table (even though he eats all of my food). Jonathan is also one of the most competitive people I know. Whether it is on the basketball court or in a debate he cannot accept losing. We were playing Pictionary on Tuesday and I have never seen someone get so involved in the rules. I heard “don’t forget to give us a point” and “THAT’S NOT ALLOWED” way too many times over the course of the night; it was like his life was on the line. In all seriousness I’m happy to call Jonathan my friend and I hope to stay friends with him for years to come.