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  Dawn peeked from behind the Blue Ridge Mountains, bathing the tennis courts at Lees-McRae College in gold. With racket in hand, I stood there in the coolness of the morning, the chill of the air on my skin. An infant was on his way to sports. Being an international student from Cádiz, Spain, I had always dreamed of playing tennis at college level in America. The thrill of competition and the camaraderie of my teammates infused me with a sense of purpose. I sensed a burden on my shoulder that day which I wasn't able to shake away. My phone was calling, buzzing notifications back to back. Messages from friends, news about my family, and collective posts about my new friends were filling up the internet. On one side, that was a good sign; it kept everything constantly alive and connected me with my past while I was trying to deal with a new life. On the other side, I felt some loneliness while reading their posts. My friends were sharing their joys and pains while I was thousands of...

  Speed has a way with his audience that is relatable to me, and that’s why he has moderated success and resonated with mainstream culture. Going viral because of his insane antics may be among a dozen viewers guessing what could possibly happen next. It is that infectious energy and impeccable comic timing that make moments onto a snack that get packaged into a shareable content that turns into innumerable memes and clips. Most interactive moments between Speed, fanbase, and other content creators during his streams tend to become chats peppered with playful banter packed with wild fun just like a hangout party. He connects with his audience in a way that feels genuine and relatable, and that makes his audience keep doing mainstream. The streams become the like thanks to crazy antics and the pure unpredictable nature of what might happen next. His contagious energy paired with his comic timing creates the means for instant prioritization as suitable candidates for anything that m...

  In Kristen Roupenian's story "Cat Person," the texting between Margot and Robert both brings them together and sets up misunderstandings. At first, it was Margot who felt excited and special, as she said, “It was nice to have someone to talk to.” In this case, the texting helps alleviate her feeling of loneliness. In any case, unlike its previous role of creating intimacy, the format in which Margot constantly exchanged messages with Robert also created ambiguity due to that deliberate vague nature. In a sense, the texting conveys this expression of combined feelings. The story distinctly shows that while in attempt to bring them closer, it is equally responsible for creating misunderstandings. All in all, Roupenian makes good use of texting to characterize both the ups-and-downs of modern relationships, thus reminding us how the medium of communication can be introverted and overtly distanced at the same time.

Alejandro "El Doble" García Personal Information Full Name: Alejandro García Date of Birth: July 22, 2003 Place of Birth: Cádiz, Spain Height: 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) Turned Pro: 2020 Playing Style: Right-handed (two-handed backhand in tennis, ambidextrous in soccer) Career Overview Alejandro "El Doble" García is an athlete unlike any else in the world: the only player to hold the title World No. 1 in tennis and soccer at the same time. Since turning pro in 2020, Alejandro has won hearts with his fantastic flair, dazzling charisma, and a knack for getting things done that were beyond comprehension. The dual-sport career has brought with it a world tour of media madness, pageantry, and quizzical referees. Early Life and Background Cádiz, being a sunny coastal city, was, naturally, Alejandro's hometown. Soccer was played on the beaches, and tennis was played in the local parks; juggled a soccer ball with the right foot and practiced tennis service with the left. His pa...