Asia Carter

English 9

Hamilton Salsich

December 9, 2009


Life On The Road:
An Essay About My Busy Life.




I need a break. I love living on the run but it would be nice if I had time to stop, breathe, and seize the moment. Rushing to make every appointment, game, and social event on time really takes a toll on a person. My schedule is so full I barley have enough time to just think. This is called in E. M. Forster's mind is called living on the road. 


TS)  Whats side of the hedge are you on? SD)In E. M. Forster's "The Other Side of the Hedge," he lives on the road, always moving never stopping to take a breath or help somebody. CM) The people on his side only care about themselves. CM)They never lend a helping hand, they just shame on him for taking a break. SD) He was longing to see what was on the other side was like. CM) At first when he got to the other side, which was a painful journey, he looked around and saw no one in a hurry. CM) He soon figured out that the other side had no rush or competition, so everyone worked together. CS) Now that he knew how significant the other side of the hedge is he had a better understanding of life.


TS) Its a tough life always living on the road. SD) I am on the road 24/7. CM) Basketball, Soccer, Lacrosse, Teal, Homework, my social life, and work can at times become overwhelming.  CM) Although its less overwhelming during the summer, I never really get a break. SD) Every now and then I realize that my life on the road is catching up to me. CM) Sometimes I realise this to late and I crash. SD) I do wish that I could live on the otherside of the hedge, but I have way to many things that I am capable of doing to not live on the road. CM) I love every activity I do but at times its imposible for me to have a social life out side of school hourse because of homework. CM) The main reason why I crash is because I try and fit in a social life where there is absolutely no room. CS) As for now, I live on the road, hopefully someday I can live on the other side of the hedge.


Although living on the road is difficult, it is a challenge that can be met. Living on the road can be a strength building experience. Living on the other side of the hedge helps you gain balance in your life. Which one is more important to you?