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A recent study showed that the obesity levels in children and teenagers in the United States are higher than ever.  Although we are consuming less calories, "we are a snacking nation", says Barry Popkin, a professor of nutrition. Studies show that children in the U.S. went from eating a little more than one snack a day in 1977, to almost three in 2006. The combination of sugary drinks and snacks can lead to big health problems, which is what the U.S. is experiencing right now. The obesity rates for children in the U.S. have increased by 17.5% since 2012. Compared to Canadians, our average rates are much higher than theirs. Researchers say that it's because of the economic differences between the two countries, but that is still no excuse. Hopefully, over the next few years, the amount of U.S. children diagnosed with obesity will significantly decrease.

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          People often think that being a twin means liking the same things and acting the same way. Growing up, we shared many things such as the same birthday and room, but one thing we didn't share was the same personality. She was more on the loud and wild side, while I was more of a easy going, sweet girl. These characteristics reminded my mom of the cartoon bird "Tweety", so that's what she started calling me.

          As I grew older, I resembled the character Tweety a lot more. Whether it was the way I talked, or the fact that my head was too big for my body, the nickname stuck with me. My mom also said that she called me Tweety because it rhymed with sweetie. One thing that Tweety and I had in common was that barely anyone could understand us when we talked. I couldn't pronounce the letters "s", "r", and "c". Whenever I said something that no one could understand, my mom would laugh and say, "What Tweety?". This simple, two word question would make me burst out laughing, because just hearing my nickname made me smile. 

          The name Tweety was very special to me because none of my other sisters had a unique nickname like how I did. It was also special to me because only my mom calls me that. We were always close with each other, and I always looked up to her. We were both the youngest and probably the most spoiled. The nickname Tweety was something that only we shared, and that made our bond even stronger. 

          As the years went by, I began to outgrow my nickname. I no longer talked like Tweety, and my head wasn't as big for my body anymore. I also didn't like to be called Tweety when I played sports, because I wanted to sound tough, not weak. Although my mom rarely calls me this nickname, it still has a special place in my heart. Many people think that it's just a silly childhood nickname, but to me, it was much more than that. This simple name inspires me to become a better person. Whenever, I'm mad or frustrated, my mom tells me to be sweet, like Tweety bird. I would roll my eyes, but a few minutes later I would be smiling again. 

          Looking back at those days, I now realize the significance of that nickname, and what it meant to my mom and I. Every time Tweety appears on T.V., we always look at each other and smile. It was one of those things that only we can understand, and that's very special to me. This nickname reminds me of what my childhood was like, and I'll never forget it.

   
 People often think that being a twin means liking the same things and acting the same way. Growing up, we shared many things such as the same birthday and room, but one thing we didn't share was the same personality. She was more on the loud and wild side, while I was more of a easy going, sensitive, and sweet girl. These characteristics reminded my mom of the cartoon bird "Tweety", so that's what she started calling me.

          The more I grew older, the more I resembled the character Tweety. Whether it was the way I talked, or the fact that my head was too big for my body, the nickname stuck with me. My mom also said that she called me Tweety because it rhymed with sweetie. Both Tweety bird and I had an innocent looking face, but a smart and clever mind. I was always opening and closing things, and trying to figure out how things worked.

          The name Tweety was very special to me because none of my other sisters had a unique nickname like how I did. It was also special to me because only my mom calls me that. We were always close with each other, and I always looked up to her. We were both the youngest and probably the most spoiled. The nickname Tweety was another way that my mom showed her affection towards me.
          As the years went by, I began to outgrow my nickname. I no longer talked like Tweety, and my head wasn't as big for my body anymore. I also didn't like to be called Tweety when I played sports, because I wanted to sound tough, not weak.
          Looking back at those days, I now realize the significance of that nickname, and what it meant to my mom and I. Every time Tweety appears on T.V., we always look at each other and smile. It was one of those things that only we can understand, and that's very special to me. This nickname reminds me of what my childhood was like, and I'll never forget it.

          Hi! My name is Kelci Sumida and this is my blog, "English Is All Write :/". I picked this title because when I was younger, english was never one of my favorite subjects. I thought it was SO boring and it was the class that I dreaded the most. However, as I grew older, I learned that you need to have a positive attitude towards everything in life. Instead of counting down the minutes until class was over, I actually paid attention and listened to what the teacher was saying. It turns out, english is "all write" after all. The overall design of my blog was meant to be simple, but eye-catching. The vibrant colors of the sunset were meant to get people's attention. It's not too distracting, but it's not too plain either. 

          The world I come from is like an unopened treasure chest. You never know what's inside and what life has in store for you. My life is filled with adventure and new experiences. I love exploring new places and being outdoors. My hobbies include soccer, volleyball, going to the beach, and shopping. Without sports, I wouldn't be the person that I am today. Sports has taught me many life lessons, such as how to work with my teammates to get the job done. Going to the beach and mall are activities that I like to do in my free time, if I have any! I spend most of my time playing sports after school, so leisure time is very rare. Sometimes I have 3 practices in one day! 
          
          If I were to write a list of all the foods that I dislike, it would be never ending! I don't eat hamburgers, curry, fish, corn, mushrooms, macaroni and cheese, coconut, lobsters, and more. I'm a very picky eater, which makes it hard for my family when we're trying to agree on something to order for dinner. Other things that I dislike is when I'm talking to someone and they don't pay attention to me, and when I get blamed for something that I didn't do. Other than that, I'm always laughing and enjoying life, because you can never get this day back.