It Is Not Too Different From The Wild - 962 Words

Just UPS and Me Life for me so far has been short-lived. But in my measly amount of time on this planet, I have learned enough to survive. Some of the knowledge I have acquired while working at United Parcel Service (UPS) is that not everyone gets along, some people have it better than others, no matter how hard a person work favoritism always wins, and that sexism is a real thing; however, it does also have some benefits. Life in civilization is not too different from the wild. Sometimes, I like to think of UPS as being an exhibit of wild animals in a zoo. Especially since I work the early day shift from 4 a.m. to 10 a.m. When people are tired, hot (or cold), and grumpy, they are not at their best, especially that early in the morning. They are extremely irritable and easily agitated. Which can cause problems. Recently there was a fight that broke out during break. It involved five very large men. All of whom were immediately fired when the fight was broken up. Since UPS is predomi nantly male, the testosterone gets out of hand which results in fights, arguments, very excessive amounts of cursing, and even plays of dominance. That much testosterone in one building with no heating or AC can only lead to trouble, which for the most part it does -hence my zoo reference. At UPS we are a â€Å"team†, and by team, I mean it is every man for himself. Everyone typically wants to get as many hours as possible while doing the least amount of work as possible. Which causes trouble forShow MoreRelatedBanning Wild Animals As Pets985 Words   |  4 Pages Prohibiting Wild Animals as Pets Exotic animals never cease to amaze and capture the hearts of humans. Young or old, everybody is fascinated by them and wants to be in close proximity to such magnificent creatures. Some want to be so close to the wonderful animals that they are interested in owning them. Little do they know owning a wild creature can come with a hidden cost. Animals belong in the wild, and they are not meant to live in a house or be cared for by the average person. A federalRead MoreInto the Wild Essay1026 Words   |  5 PagesDec 9, 2009 Paper #2 Into the Wild Into the Wild is a book about a young man named Chris McCandless and his decision to go off and live in the wild. He decided to walk deep into the Alaskan wilderness and abandon all of his possessions and family. This book is the authors, Jon Krakauer, version of Chris McCandless’ story put together through interviewing and speaking with people who knew Chris as well as by using letters Chris wrote to his loved ones. In my opinion on what motivated Chris McCandlessRead MoreNotes On Buffalo Wild Wings1210 Words   |  5 PagesBuffalo Wild Wings Buffalo Wild Wings first opened their doors in 1982 with one restaurant in Columbus, Ohio and has grown into a popular, mainstream restaurant with a store in every state in the United States. They have even begun to open up stores around the world. Their slogan is â€Å"Wings. Beer. Sports.† This restaurant prides itself on being the ultimate place to gather with friends to grab some excellent wings, drink one of their many beers on tap, and watch sports. (About Buffalo Wild Wings.Read MoreKeeping Orca Whales in Captivity Should Be Banned Essay1336 Words   |  6 PagesFor many years, we’ve been going to such places like, SeaWorld, and Six Flags, to see vast animals, like Orcas, also known as the killer whale, which we wouldn’t normally see out in the wild. Orcas have been around for millions of years; it’s known to be one of the smartest mammals, closest to humans. Since of their friendliness, people have taken advantage of them. For the past sixty year s people have brought these massive creatures into their aquariums to make profit out of it, but never thoughtRead MoreNotes On Buffalo Wild Wings1209 Words   |  5 PagesBuffalo Wild Wings Buffalo Wild Wings first opened their doors in 1982 with one restaurant in Columbus, Ohio and has grown into a popular, mainstream restaurant with a store in every state in the United States. They have even begun to open up stores around the world. Their slogan is â€Å"Wings. Beer. Sports.† This restaurant prides itself on being the ultimate place to gather with friends to grab some excellent wings, drink one of their many beers on tap, and watch sports. (About Buffalo Wild Wings.Read MoreThe Importance Of Wild Mustangs1665 Words   |  7 Pages The Importance of Wild Mustangs Over four hundred years ago, wild horses or â€Å"mustangs† as we call them, were introduced to North America by the Spanish. As a result, these marvelous creatures have been roaming the land of the United States ever since, and they have become a part of our history. Mustangs have played an active role in our history by providing a means to travel, an expansion of our country, and as a natural beauty to see in the wild: therefore, it is crucial to protect and overseeRead MoreBildungsroman Is Defined As A Novel Of The Novel And The Wild Things 1662 Words   |  7 Pageseducation.† The subject of this novel is the development of the protagonist’s mind and character, in the passage from childhood through varied experiences and often through a spiritual crisis into maturity, which usually involves recognition of one’s identity and role in the world† (M.H. Abrams, A Glossary of Literary Terms). Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland and Maurice Sen dak’s Where the Wild Things Are use this literary device through their main characters, Alice, and Max, as they grow either physicallyRead MoreCompare and Contrast Call of the Wild Essay1375 Words   |  6 PagesCALL OF THE WILD The book and the movie of The Call of the Wild are both similar yet different. Like any movie based on a book, the movie of The Call of the Wild presents different characters and events than the book so it can be unique and enjoyable. In this essay, I’ll like to compare and contrast the book and the movie. The book and the movie of The Call of the Wild are fairly similar. In both the movie and the book, Buck first lives on Judge Miller’s estate and is kidnapped by Manuel, theRead MoreThe Old Man And The Sea1176 Words   |  5 Pagesand Lord of the Flies by William Golding, that show a very clear line that divides man from nature, and how nature is for the most part the enemy. However, in other stories, the line between civilization and nature is blurred. Stories such as True West by Sam Shepard, The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, and â€Å"The Rememberer† by Aimee Bender display examples of how the two distinct world of the civilized and the wild can cross into one another. In True West, the two main characters are complete foilsRead MoreAnimals Should Not Be Held Captivity1590 Words   |  7 Pagesanimal captivity is wrong. â€Å"Hundreds of thousands of wild animals across the world are snatched from natural habitats, forced into captivity and subjected to abuse, both mentally and physically, in the name of entertainment and profit.† (World Animal Protection 1) Places such as the circus use abusive training methods such as, hooks, chains, whips, electric rods, and blunt instruments. (Born Free USA 1) Animals deserve to live freely in the wild. Their freedom is taken away the moment they are put