 Australia’s Relationship with America Strengthened by the Attacks of
September 11th
Hello, Dominic Gurto, the 14 year old,
heading into 9th grader here. It has, as you all know, been a very eventful
year, with the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon at the top of
the list. Usually, in the ‘Campobasso’ newsletter, you will find me talking
about what happened in the past school year, or family events that have little or no
relevance to all of you. This year, however, I will speak to you about the awareness of
the events of September 11th and the acceptance of, and less or equal amounts
of anger at those at fault, by Australians. A topic many of you will find interesting. I
will also talk about the strengthened relationship between Australia and the United States
due to the attacks, and Australia’s appreciation of America’s products that
assist and entertain us. First of all, let’s talk wrestling, (Listen up Uncle Nick).
The WWF or World Wrestling Federation has entertained America for half a century, but, as
few Americans know, ‘Fox' |
has provided
Australians with the ability to enjoy it here in Australia, as well as the US of A. In
fact, a very good friend of mine, 2 actually, absolutely adore the WWF and love even more
the USA for producing them. What may be an interesting coincidence, is that even after the
terrorist attacks of September 11th, one of these two of my friends, who
happens to be of Middle-
Eastern background, loves the USA and is in fact visiting America for the first time these
Christmas holidays. Although his heritage suggests otherwise, his full support is with the
USA. Earlier this year, for a school poetry performance, we were put into groups to recite
poems. We were able to slightly change it, act, or whatever we thought necessary to look
most entertaining. In one group, when one member read a sentence containing the word
"bomb" the other members sang "Ooooosama!" Another good example to
show how the September 11th attacks affected not only America, but the rest of
the world. My younger brother, Jeremy, commented on his thoughts of the attacks. "It
makes me feel a bit less certain about things. Sometimes I get a bit frightened because
after September 11th I have no idea what’s going to be hit next." As
you can see, everybody has been mentally assaulted at least a little bit, and as we
realise that we, the Americans and Australians, have a new |
common fear
and a Common enemy. And hopefully, as we venture into the new millenium, we will grow
stronger together, and create a new world order, which will ensure peace and happiness
throughout the world. -Dominic Gurto
All in Favour Say Eye
This is my writing debut for Campobasso because
the previous years weren’t exactly interesting for me. (Actually, I was a bit lazy.)
Since 2001 was the only interesting year in my opinion, I shall try to make it as good and
as fascinating as I can although it can be a bit shocking at times. 2001 was a very
traumatic year for my eyes. From glasses to boogie boards to hyphoemas, the eyes were put
through a very extraordinarily distressful experience. (I had trouble finding the right
words. It was so,…so…oh forget it!) So lets get into it. My sight was as blurry
as a bat’s. I was 2 inches from the television screen watching Homer simpson say
"Doh!" as well as staring at other loveable cartoon characters. My dad said,
"Look here! Why is my son stuck to the TV like a fly on toffee?" Of course, I
had no idea that my dad was freaking out like a chicken who had recently been decapitated
for |
Christmas-like
reasons. Suddenly, my dad grabbed me, dragged me to a far seat away from the TV and
barked, "Can you see?" It was then when I jumped with shock at my vision that
wasn’t very good, I’ll tell you that. And so I was off to the optometrists
before you could say, "Hang on, I’ll get my specs." My eyes were straining
to read the shop signs as we passed them, driving on. We shuddered to a halt and I was
excited as a child on Christmas morning. (I can’t help all these similes! I’m a
very creative boy!) We entered and I was surrounded by glasses galore. The optometrist
appeared and I looked immediately for a sharp and handsome pair. A rounded edge
trapezoidal pair qualified for my expectations. I slid them on…Hallelujah!! Let there
be sight! -Jeremy Gurto
Corporate News
For my software company, The Novels Corporation, 2001 has
been a very successful and eventful year. In early January, our first investment
system, a private stock float, available to family, employees and students at St.
Patrick's College, Strathfield, was introduced. I purchased one and four fifths and
declared myself Chairman. |
By the end of
February more than two thousand shares had been sold to more than fifteen new
shareholders, and the value had shot up more than five hundred percent, from $A0.0425 to
$A0.25. Our first game, Novelsİ Hidenseek™, was introduced in late July and
instantly sold. At this point, Dominic was my esteemed President. After
beginning work on a seperate piece of software, "Domination Wrestling", he was
put on a temporary leave without pay. Disgusted, Dominic quit and began his own
group, "Domination Productions", with some friends from school. Ever
since, Domination Productions has been a rival to The Novels Corporation. Novelsİ
Martyr™, our second game, completed in August, sold almost equally as well as
Hidenseek™, but with about the same sales income. Temporary advertising was
supported at school. In late December, we began work on an application which
automatically created school report cards, only to learn from our "people" that
the Australian government had aqcuired such a program and was distributing it to teachers
for free. As the year draws to an end, I remain the Chairman and hope to in the near
future.
-Timothy Gurto
We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and all of
God’s blessings for you and your families for 2002-01-27
Pray for Peace  |
