I guess I dont really know what to write on this blog... I have had a good time in this class.. I feel like I have really gotten to know my classmates better from their blogs, presentations, and just having a class together 3 days a week... I have learned MANY things in this class, as I listed in my paper.. and hopefully the final test will go good.. annnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnd, I guess that is it :)
BYYYYE! :)
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Eavesdropping
I have never posted a blog about this before because it is an ongoing process.. and still going on today..
I am a freshman, therefore I am stuck living in the dorms.. I have a neighbor who is a pretty nice girl, but man oh man does she have boyfriend drama! He doesn't live here.. so they are constantly on the phone bickering at eacher. I think the count is up to about 5 times that they have broken up/got back together just this semester...
It is kinda funny.. because whenever we hear the sobs, me and my roomate (who has been my best friend since we were little) grab a big cup.. hop on our lofts.. and listen to the drama unfolding on the other side of the wall.
Trust me, I feel bad for her, but it's hard not to laugh a little bit....
I am a freshman, therefore I am stuck living in the dorms.. I have a neighbor who is a pretty nice girl, but man oh man does she have boyfriend drama! He doesn't live here.. so they are constantly on the phone bickering at eacher. I think the count is up to about 5 times that they have broken up/got back together just this semester...
It is kinda funny.. because whenever we hear the sobs, me and my roomate (who has been my best friend since we were little) grab a big cup.. hop on our lofts.. and listen to the drama unfolding on the other side of the wall.
Trust me, I feel bad for her, but it's hard not to laugh a little bit....
Worst Day
I dont mean to sound all ooshy gooshy pathetic but my worst day ever would probably be the day my boyfriend of three years broke up with me in a text message. I was in Calgary, Alberta at Warped Tour and we had gotten into a big fight before I left.. but I thought everything was going to be fine obviously, considering we had been together for sooo long. He is younger than me and all I can conclude from this is that he was scared I was leaving for college, he was scared to be left in the dust and he wanted me to go branch out and do my own thing. I love him for that and I will always care about him.. I think things will be different when I go back home this summer.. but I guess only time will tell..
Monday, April 26, 2010
Presentations
Most of the class has presented their paper thus far, and I have been nothing short of impressed. I think everyone has done a good job preparing for what was asked of them. I have to admit, it is really hard to get in front of a group of people, even if these people have been my classmates for an entire semester. I choked through and only stuttered a few times, but I got my paper read. A few of the presentations that stand out in my head that I really like were Lena's, because I thought it was a really cool idea how she used our class and the people in it to make a fairytale. I liked the South Park one today too, it was pretty funny.. even Professor has a smile on his face from laughing. Wednesday will be the last day to present the papers, and im waiting to see how the rest of them go, and excited to hear Garrett's song....
My Paper
What I Know Now, That I Didn't Know Then
Literature has not only made me a more interesting person, it has taught me to dig deeper and appreciate the work of many authors, poets, and artists. Our class has truely been a highlight in my busy semester, whether it is Professor Sexson's outlook on life, Garrett and Tim's out of the ordinary viewpoints, or even the interesting discussions we have as a class. It is true; there are many things I know now that I didn't know then.
Poetry is something I have never really took the time to enjoy. Some of the poetry we have read in this class, such as Stopping By Woods on a Snowy Evening, Batter My Heart, and The Second Coming, have made me fascinated with the aspect of poetry and how beautiful it can be. Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening is a very simply poem, and I truly believe that because of its' simplicity, that is what makes it so special. Just because there is nothing jumping out to grab your attention, it makes you think of a deeper meaning and analyze what the author is trying to say. Sonnets are another part of poetry that can be used as a form or therapy. Coming into the poetry and sonnet section of our class, I was only familiar of Shakespeare's famous sonnet, Sonnet 18. After learning about quatrains, couplets, and the differences in the meters of poetry, I have only begun to understand how much work is really put into a great sonnet. Sonnet therapy is self prescribed. It is the practice of writing sonnets to let your feelings out in an artistic form. Maybe it will take ten sonnets to make a difference in your life, but imagine how great a person may feel after they write twenty or thirty sonnets. Another important concept I have learned in this class is that poetry can exsist anywhere. If you look hard enough, the simplest everyday items can form a poem. It is really fun to see what kinda of poems you can find. After we did the assignment on found poetry, I still catch myself making poems out of simple items such as my lotion bottle and even signs around campus. When a person can express themselves in a way that is meaning to them, it opens a new door. In the words of Professor Sexson, "how do I know what I think, until I see what I say?" Through writing and expressing myself on paper and blogs, I have learned that it is much easier to know how I feel when I write it out and analyze the facts.
On a much deeper note, our class has talked over and over again about the tragic sense of life. When a human begins to learnt hat all life is in some ways continual pain, it may almost appear that there is no purpose or life meaning. A person will only feel this way if they allow it. By setting reachable goals and being thankful for what we have in our lives, it is easy to go to bed every night and feel as if there is a purpose for each of us in this world. In a world of tragedy, misfortune, and heartbreak, it is important to seize the day and make our lives extraordinary.
Another interesting topic we have covered in Literature class is the topic of there being no boring books, just boring people. In my opinion, I would have to disagree. If there is a book that does not interesting the reader, why would the reader take time out of their day to read it? It may make them a better rounded person but just because they read it, does not mean that they will absorb the message. For the people that love to read about anything and everything, that is great. I think that saying there are no boring books just boring people is a personal statement, and it is going to affect people in different ways, no matter how you interpret the statement.
The most important idea I have learned in this class is the fac that inside every great story, lays a million other great stories. We explored this in Cinderella, Hamlet, Demon Lover, and many other great pieces of literature. Before this class, I never understood that while reading a book, watching television, or even listening to a song on the radio, there is a story being told that has been told a thousand times. Everything is a repeat of itself, even if you have to dig down deep to find the story unfolding within. By understanding the outlook, advice can be easily given and recieved. When I listen to my friends and even the people around me, I can easily see stories unfolding that we have discussed in this class. It is hard to know the outcome of the story when the main character does not have the slightest idea what is to come in the near future. I feel it is important to give some advice, but let everyone live and learn, therefore, they will be able to have their own version of retellings.
Throughout the course of the semester, it is safe to say that this Literature class has opened many doors for me. I will now look for poetry in the most obvious places, better comprehend the meaning behind poems, and most importantly, understand that new phases in my life have more than likely already been retold in some way, shape, or form. It has been and education experience being in Professor Sexson's Literature class, and I can honestly say I know much more now, than I did coming into this class.
Literature has not only made me a more interesting person, it has taught me to dig deeper and appreciate the work of many authors, poets, and artists. Our class has truely been a highlight in my busy semester, whether it is Professor Sexson's outlook on life, Garrett and Tim's out of the ordinary viewpoints, or even the interesting discussions we have as a class. It is true; there are many things I know now that I didn't know then.
Poetry is something I have never really took the time to enjoy. Some of the poetry we have read in this class, such as Stopping By Woods on a Snowy Evening, Batter My Heart, and The Second Coming, have made me fascinated with the aspect of poetry and how beautiful it can be. Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening is a very simply poem, and I truly believe that because of its' simplicity, that is what makes it so special. Just because there is nothing jumping out to grab your attention, it makes you think of a deeper meaning and analyze what the author is trying to say. Sonnets are another part of poetry that can be used as a form or therapy. Coming into the poetry and sonnet section of our class, I was only familiar of Shakespeare's famous sonnet, Sonnet 18. After learning about quatrains, couplets, and the differences in the meters of poetry, I have only begun to understand how much work is really put into a great sonnet. Sonnet therapy is self prescribed. It is the practice of writing sonnets to let your feelings out in an artistic form. Maybe it will take ten sonnets to make a difference in your life, but imagine how great a person may feel after they write twenty or thirty sonnets. Another important concept I have learned in this class is that poetry can exsist anywhere. If you look hard enough, the simplest everyday items can form a poem. It is really fun to see what kinda of poems you can find. After we did the assignment on found poetry, I still catch myself making poems out of simple items such as my lotion bottle and even signs around campus. When a person can express themselves in a way that is meaning to them, it opens a new door. In the words of Professor Sexson, "how do I know what I think, until I see what I say?" Through writing and expressing myself on paper and blogs, I have learned that it is much easier to know how I feel when I write it out and analyze the facts.
On a much deeper note, our class has talked over and over again about the tragic sense of life. When a human begins to learnt hat all life is in some ways continual pain, it may almost appear that there is no purpose or life meaning. A person will only feel this way if they allow it. By setting reachable goals and being thankful for what we have in our lives, it is easy to go to bed every night and feel as if there is a purpose for each of us in this world. In a world of tragedy, misfortune, and heartbreak, it is important to seize the day and make our lives extraordinary.
Another interesting topic we have covered in Literature class is the topic of there being no boring books, just boring people. In my opinion, I would have to disagree. If there is a book that does not interesting the reader, why would the reader take time out of their day to read it? It may make them a better rounded person but just because they read it, does not mean that they will absorb the message. For the people that love to read about anything and everything, that is great. I think that saying there are no boring books just boring people is a personal statement, and it is going to affect people in different ways, no matter how you interpret the statement.
The most important idea I have learned in this class is the fac that inside every great story, lays a million other great stories. We explored this in Cinderella, Hamlet, Demon Lover, and many other great pieces of literature. Before this class, I never understood that while reading a book, watching television, or even listening to a song on the radio, there is a story being told that has been told a thousand times. Everything is a repeat of itself, even if you have to dig down deep to find the story unfolding within. By understanding the outlook, advice can be easily given and recieved. When I listen to my friends and even the people around me, I can easily see stories unfolding that we have discussed in this class. It is hard to know the outcome of the story when the main character does not have the slightest idea what is to come in the near future. I feel it is important to give some advice, but let everyone live and learn, therefore, they will be able to have their own version of retellings.
Throughout the course of the semester, it is safe to say that this Literature class has opened many doors for me. I will now look for poetry in the most obvious places, better comprehend the meaning behind poems, and most importantly, understand that new phases in my life have more than likely already been retold in some way, shape, or form. It has been and education experience being in Professor Sexson's Literature class, and I can honestly say I know much more now, than I did coming into this class.
Friday, April 23, 2010
Group 5 & 6
Group 5
Okay so this was obviously my group and I think everything went well.. There was some "using of the notecard" bashing but memorizing what I wanted to say wasn't exactly on my list of things to do.. but thats okay, I liked our presentation :)
Group 6
Awesome skit.. very drama filled! I am really glad that this group did the retelling of Antigone because this was one of my favorite stories. Professor was right, in certain situations, it is easy to laugh at horribly awful things.. like death, suicide, etc.. when it is used like it was in the skit. Bringing comedy into almost anything can lighten the mood.
Okay so this was obviously my group and I think everything went well.. There was some "using of the notecard" bashing but memorizing what I wanted to say wasn't exactly on my list of things to do.. but thats okay, I liked our presentation :)
Group 6
Awesome skit.. very drama filled! I am really glad that this group did the retelling of Antigone because this was one of my favorite stories. Professor was right, in certain situations, it is easy to laugh at horribly awful things.. like death, suicide, etc.. when it is used like it was in the skit. Bringing comedy into almost anything can lighten the mood.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Dear Fire Alarm Puller: I HATE YOU...
Okay.. It is officially 5:10 AM right now.. you may wonder what exactly I am doing up..
WELL some wise guy decided it would be sweet to pull a 4:20 fire alarm at South Hedges.. this is the 3rd fire alarm we have had in the last 20 days.. and they keep getting later and later. The first one was around 1 AM, I was like.. oh this sucks but whatever.. the 2nd one was at 2:30 AM, by this one... I was not thrilled, and this one.. well I dont even need to say. OH, and did I fail to mention I live on the 11th floor?????? 11 flights of stairs really isn't that bad but when I have to do it at all hours of the morning it pisses me off. So, me and my roomate decided we might as well stay up since we have to be up in a very small amount of hours and we didn't go to bed until 3:30.. Professor, when you asked us to post a blog about a really bad day.. well it is only 5 hours into a April 20, and I am FURIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It will be a very long, long day for this girl...
:(
WELL some wise guy decided it would be sweet to pull a 4:20 fire alarm at South Hedges.. this is the 3rd fire alarm we have had in the last 20 days.. and they keep getting later and later. The first one was around 1 AM, I was like.. oh this sucks but whatever.. the 2nd one was at 2:30 AM, by this one... I was not thrilled, and this one.. well I dont even need to say. OH, and did I fail to mention I live on the 11th floor?????? 11 flights of stairs really isn't that bad but when I have to do it at all hours of the morning it pisses me off. So, me and my roomate decided we might as well stay up since we have to be up in a very small amount of hours and we didn't go to bed until 3:30.. Professor, when you asked us to post a blog about a really bad day.. well it is only 5 hours into a April 20, and I am FURIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It will be a very long, long day for this girl...
:(
Groups 1 & 4
Group 1
Man oh man.. people got CRAAAAAZZZZZY with this debate... I think the final argument was "Tim vs. World"... You brought up some good points but honestly, I really think that there can be boring books.. (no offence) and not boring people. Devin was saying that just because people don't like something doesnt mean they are boring. I couldn't agree more. If i dont like something, I am not going to READ a book about it.. Sometimes it can be an educational experience but because you read it doesnt mean that it will sink in.
Group 4
Loved your presentation. I thought maybe it would be a littler crazier considering Garrett was in this group but it turned out good. Heather being Prince was my favorite, soooo funny. And the kissing Garrett's hand.. did Anna get that on camera? Hehe..
Our group has to go Wednesday, I hate talking in front of people but im sure it will go good! :) It is so crazy to think that this class is winding down already.. I have so many blogs I need to post that I have just kept in a notebook.. So if your "live feed" list of blogs goes crazy with my stuff sometime this week it is because I am posting all my old blogs!
See everyone Wednesday! :)
Man oh man.. people got CRAAAAAZZZZZY with this debate... I think the final argument was "Tim vs. World"... You brought up some good points but honestly, I really think that there can be boring books.. (no offence) and not boring people. Devin was saying that just because people don't like something doesnt mean they are boring. I couldn't agree more. If i dont like something, I am not going to READ a book about it.. Sometimes it can be an educational experience but because you read it doesnt mean that it will sink in.
Group 4
Loved your presentation. I thought maybe it would be a littler crazier considering Garrett was in this group but it turned out good. Heather being Prince was my favorite, soooo funny. And the kissing Garrett's hand.. did Anna get that on camera? Hehe..
Our group has to go Wednesday, I hate talking in front of people but im sure it will go good! :) It is so crazy to think that this class is winding down already.. I have so many blogs I need to post that I have just kept in a notebook.. So if your "live feed" list of blogs goes crazy with my stuff sometime this week it is because I am posting all my old blogs!
See everyone Wednesday! :)
Groups 2 & 3
Group 2
- I like how they talked about the crossover.. I have never actually seen avatar but your group made it seem like a pretty sweet movie, considering I loved pocahontas.. also good choice on picking Garrett for the pyramid game..
Group 3
-Your play cracked me up.. very well done! The "wise old man"/"dad" was my favorite part.. Spencer, the glasses definately made your character..
- I like how they talked about the crossover.. I have never actually seen avatar but your group made it seem like a pretty sweet movie, considering I loved pocahontas.. also good choice on picking Garrett for the pyramid game..
Group 3
-Your play cracked me up.. very well done! The "wise old man"/"dad" was my favorite part.. Spencer, the glasses definately made your character..
Final Thesis
Okay so I have finally decided on my final thesis.. But first I want to explain that I decided to go with the generic topic.. There are a few topics in the Brothers K that I would LIKE to write about but I think the generic topic would be better because I feel like I would definately have more to say.. so thats whats I am doing.
What I know now that I didn't know then..
Throughout the Lit 110 class, I have learned many important things such as: the fact that every story is a retelling, the tragic sense of life, there are no boring books just boring people, and that poetry/sonnets/sonnet therapy is an important aspect of life..
I know that isn't exactly a thesis but I will make it clearer as I go...
:)
What I know now that I didn't know then..
Throughout the Lit 110 class, I have learned many important things such as: the fact that every story is a retelling, the tragic sense of life, there are no boring books just boring people, and that poetry/sonnets/sonnet therapy is an important aspect of life..
I know that isn't exactly a thesis but I will make it clearer as I go...
:)
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Thesis
I know we were supposed to post our thesis sooner but I just CANNOT seem to make up my mind on what I want to write about...
So, I guess i'll just put a few of my ideas until I really make up my mind completely :)
-roles of suffering
or
-ironically how the first chapter is titled "a nice little family".. they actually aren't that nice at all
or
-the generic thesis about what I know now that I didn't know before this class..
There you have it professor, those are my three ideas, I will make up my mind very soon!
PS:
-------------DONT FORGET ---------------
Casper, Wyoming, August 21st or 23rd, 2017 :)
So, I guess i'll just put a few of my ideas until I really make up my mind completely :)
-roles of suffering
or
-ironically how the first chapter is titled "a nice little family".. they actually aren't that nice at all
or
-the generic thesis about what I know now that I didn't know before this class..
There you have it professor, those are my three ideas, I will make up my mind very soon!
PS:
-------------DONT FORGET ---------------
Casper, Wyoming, August 21st or 23rd, 2017 :)
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