In my generation, most people assume (假设) a lot. We assume that after getting a driver’s license, we should see a brand new car sitting in our driveway. We assume that the latest iPhone product should be in our hands as soon as something goes wrong with our old one. We also assume that college, being as expensive as it is, should be given. However, what we don’t realize is that all of these things are very special privileges (特权).

New cars, the latest technology and college fees are something that most people have in the place where I live. I’m not necessarily complaining about this. I live in a very fortunate area, and I try to remind myself of that every day.

Getting nice things is great, but sometimes, the competition that rules our lives gets too fierce. When someone else gets something great, you begin to think, “Why can’t I have that?” When everyone around you goes to college, you think that one day you will obviously do the same, because who doesn’t?

Even now, having almost done with my first year of college, I constantly see people who forget why we’re here, and how lucky we are to be on this campus. All of the distractions can surely keep you from doing your best, and they can easily make you forget your real purpose at college. The parties, friends, events, and overall social life can move you into a never-ending whirlpool (旋涡) of not doing schoolwork. Having fun is a part of life, but balance is the key when it comes to college.

Appreciation nowadays is slowly changing into a distant thought. We constantly forget how lucky we are to have the things and the life that we live. Surely, who doesn’t dream of a new car waiting for them, or that brand new iPhone that you see in all of the commercials? But wanting something is different from expecting it. Setting yourself up with an “ I should get this” attitude will only push appreciation further away.

Appreciate what you have, but don’t expect what you don’t have. Say thank you to those who help and support you, and realize that whoever you are, you’re lucky in a great way.

   Show up for life Are you engaged in making life better for yourself and others？Do you keep a positive _________？Do you work toward your goals or do you just hope for the best？

The way you _________ yourself says a lot about what's happening in your world. If you walk into a room，_________about what's happening，willing to engage，and perceive yourself in a positive light，you _________ your life to opportunities. When you walk into a room with your eyes _________，nervously smiling，you show lack of confidence，a contrary attitude，and want to _________ someone.

If you realize that you're not _________ showing up，you have the necessary inspiration to _________ the right choices. The choices will help you _________ for this journey known as life.

There are many things you can do to __________ the life you desire. When you show up for life，you'll find purposes in doing what you want to __________ in life. You'll find places and opportunities that can give you the _______ you have dreamed of. You'll experience the passion（激情）for living that you __________ dreamed. When you are __________ engaged in showing up，you'll find whatever it was that you needed. You'll be full of __________ and become passionate about what is expected of you each day.

There is nothing __________ than the feeling of showing up for your own life. When you do this, you become one who is more confident and who has the ability to make things __________ in your own life. You' ll walk through the world with the __________ that you have and a great __________ to share it. With the knowledge, you' ll also correct your wrong ways and move forward instead of __________ back with your talents to succeed. Show up for life. We' re all expecting the best from you.

In this complex world，we seem to have lost the true meaning of beauty. "Beauty is truth，truth beauty，"John Keats wrote in his poem. So，what is our truth？When the word "beauty" 【小题1】（mention），different images and meanings come to our mind.

There is of course physical beauty. 【小题2】（achieve）beauty，some women are persuaded to buy the 【小题3】（late）"miracle" cream，or expensive designer wear. They forget 【小题4】is almost impossible to be perfect.

Physical beauty is only "skin deep" and true beauty 【小题5】（come）from the soul. We should discover who we are and recognize our beauty within. Beauty is not limited 【小题6】the appearance of people. Music，drama，literature and paintings are all 【小题7】（source）of beauty. The Webster's Dictionary defines beauty as 【小题8】quality that delights the senses or appeals to the mind. 【小题9】，beauty exists everywhere，and it is something that stirs（激发）an emotional 【小题10】（respond）or memory within.