After reading yellow wallpaper I thought that Perkins Gillman wrote it to affect change in how women of the time were treated. Women had to overcome so many domestic hurdles to be successful and achieve good things in their lives. The yellow wallpaper served as a hurdle that the narrator had to try to pass. I feel that trying to overcome it and break free was what drove her to near insanity. At the time, women were thought of as being delicate and weak, and not really able to have concrete thoughts of their own. The narrator was handled and treated as if she were a child. I think that initally she was able to think for herself, but if our thoughts are inhibited by others and we're forced to believe that they don't really matter, sooner or later that will control our thoughts and we will be always depending on others for everything. I think the writer was trying to show that if women weren't given more freedom and respect and instead "trapped in wallpaper" that it would be very bad for women, and society overall.
I think that Alcott's A Whisper in the Dark, alluded to teaching the same message and trying to affect the same change. Both Sybill and her mother were institutionalized and thought to be insane for no real purpose or reason. I think that in a whisper in the dark and in the yellow wallpaper the women were locked up so that the men in their lives wouldn't really need to deal with them; they were locked up when they became an inconvience in their lives.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
City and Country
I enjoyed our discussion in class about the differences between city and country boys. Tom Saywer was the epitome of a typical country boy. He was scheming and loved above all things, playing and swimming, and hated doing anything related to work, labor, school, or chores. He was a very cunning boy; he often tricked his friends into doing his work for him. He lied to his aunt several times and was also guilty of skipping school more than once. Despite all these faults Tom Sawyer is a very endearing, likeable character. Earlier in the smester we read about a very similar character named Ragged Dick. Ragged Dick was different from Tom in that he lived in the city and worked in the streets as a boot shiner in order to make money to live on. Ragged Dick lived on the streets and was a honest boy who didn't lie or steal, even when afforded the chances to. He seemed to have much better characteristics than those of Tom Saywer, but was not as likeable as a character.
I think Tom Saywer may be more endearing because his character is a familar one. He lived with family members, went to school, had chores; things that we all can relate to. He also had the short attention span recognizable and expected in young boys. I think Tom Saywer represents the type of child that all of us would have liked to be like, even for just one day. He cunningly managed to get out of his chores and convinced his friends to do them for him.. who wouldn't want to be able to do that at least once?
In contrast, Ragged Dick is not that recognizable as a character. He is grown beyond his years and does not live the typical life of a young boy. He is orphanless, living on the streets, and having to do actual labor and work to make money to live on. The city life is more realistic than country living. It is not as fun and carefree. I feel that Ragged Dick's orphanless working city boy is not as enjoyable to read about as Tom Saywer. When reading Tom Saywer the reader is transported back into childhood.. living without worries and strife. I think that feeling is one that needs to be experienced every once in a while in the midst of the chaos that is life.
I think Tom Saywer may be more endearing because his character is a familar one. He lived with family members, went to school, had chores; things that we all can relate to. He also had the short attention span recognizable and expected in young boys. I think Tom Saywer represents the type of child that all of us would have liked to be like, even for just one day. He cunningly managed to get out of his chores and convinced his friends to do them for him.. who wouldn't want to be able to do that at least once?
In contrast, Ragged Dick is not that recognizable as a character. He is grown beyond his years and does not live the typical life of a young boy. He is orphanless, living on the streets, and having to do actual labor and work to make money to live on. The city life is more realistic than country living. It is not as fun and carefree. I feel that Ragged Dick's orphanless working city boy is not as enjoyable to read about as Tom Saywer. When reading Tom Saywer the reader is transported back into childhood.. living without worries and strife. I think that feeling is one that needs to be experienced every once in a while in the midst of the chaos that is life.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
yares of black mountain
I thought one aspect of the short story that was interesting was the battle between the North and SOuth and over the thoughts of slavery. I think that this battle was in the story for a reason as it was written shortly after the ending of the civil war. Mrs. Cook is a Northerner and thinks of the South as being immoral and wickedly terrible, while the widow thinks the South is a place of heaing and comfort.
Mrs. Cook has many prejudicies against the South. She comes down to find facts for a book she is writing and lets her prejudices effect how she interprets the culture an the people of the South. She fels that Southerners are greedy. They think you have money. These Southerners are impoverished by the war and have an indea that every Northerner is overloaded with wealth and is fair game. (p 249). Mrs. Cook turns out to be the foil of the story as her absolute dislike for all things related to the South, turns the readers against her and for the character of the widow.
The widow initially comes to the South to improve the health of her sickly baby. She immediately feels at home in the South and falls in love with its culture, people, and friendliness. Se as no complaints about anything in the South, unlike Mrs. Cook and seems to have no ill thoughts about slavery.
Mrs. Cook has many prejudicies against the South. She comes down to find facts for a book she is writing and lets her prejudices effect how she interprets the culture an the people of the South. She fels that Southerners are greedy. They think you have money. These Southerners are impoverished by the war and have an indea that every Northerner is overloaded with wealth and is fair game. (p 249). Mrs. Cook turns out to be the foil of the story as her absolute dislike for all things related to the South, turns the readers against her and for the character of the widow.
The widow initially comes to the South to improve the health of her sickly baby. She immediately feels at home in the South and falls in love with its culture, people, and friendliness. Se as no complaints about anything in the South, unlike Mrs. Cook and seems to have no ill thoughts about slavery.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Insane In the Brain
We've encountered many strange things throughout our readings this semester. Having the main character committed in to a mental asylum is a first. Entering into the character's state of mind is also a first. I think it is interesting and has a profound effect and impact on the story.
Sybil is known for her free spirit and has no problem with speaking her mind on such matters as liberty and freedom. At the time period this is very unconventional for a girl's behavior. Her outspoken nature makes Sybil a target. I feel that Sybil was more irrational than insane. Though she was quite upset after waking up and finding out she was in an asylum, who wouldn't be? I think being committed without any explanation at all would have a profound impact on someone. Sybil was a victim in this regard. On page 246 she exclaims, " I, poor victim, was given up to experimented upon, till by subtle means I was driven to the insanity." I feel that she's a victim because of her gender. I don't think a boy would be placed in a mental asylum without a say in the matter. Sybil is forced into the asylum and that in itself makes her question her own sanity.
In terms of the mother/daughter relationship, the one between Sybil and her mother is far different than ones we've encountered before. A mother figure has been present in the other works of literature we've read. Ellen had her mother and Gerty had a mother figure in Emily Graham. Sybil's mother's physical presence is not felt within the story. Her mother does seem to have an impact on her though. The lack of her presence in Sybil's life impacted Sybil to rely on her manipulations to get her through. I find it quite ironic that they both end up being committed and think that shows that although they didn't spend time together, a mother and daughter truly do share a strong bond.
Sybil is known for her free spirit and has no problem with speaking her mind on such matters as liberty and freedom. At the time period this is very unconventional for a girl's behavior. Her outspoken nature makes Sybil a target. I feel that Sybil was more irrational than insane. Though she was quite upset after waking up and finding out she was in an asylum, who wouldn't be? I think being committed without any explanation at all would have a profound impact on someone. Sybil was a victim in this regard. On page 246 she exclaims, " I, poor victim, was given up to experimented upon, till by subtle means I was driven to the insanity." I feel that she's a victim because of her gender. I don't think a boy would be placed in a mental asylum without a say in the matter. Sybil is forced into the asylum and that in itself makes her question her own sanity.
In terms of the mother/daughter relationship, the one between Sybil and her mother is far different than ones we've encountered before. A mother figure has been present in the other works of literature we've read. Ellen had her mother and Gerty had a mother figure in Emily Graham. Sybil's mother's physical presence is not felt within the story. Her mother does seem to have an impact on her though. The lack of her presence in Sybil's life impacted Sybil to rely on her manipulations to get her through. I find it quite ironic that they both end up being committed and think that shows that although they didn't spend time together, a mother and daughter truly do share a strong bond.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Girl Talk
While watching the video I felt that I could relate to Anna and agree with many things that she was saying. I feel that all of us, boys and girls, women and men, all strive to find balance in their lives. I do feel that girls feel more pressure to find balance, to fit in, and to try to keep their emotions in check. I also feel that if they were to interview a 9 year old boy, he might share similar thoughts to Anna's. In the story, Willie struggled to find a balance in his life between living at the apocatheory store all week and trying to spend time with his mother, and maintain and strengthen his friendship with Gerty, with only being able to see her about once a week.
I feel that there is so much pressure on girls that has really not changed since Gerty's time. Though Anna and Gerty live in completely different times and in different societies, they both share the struggles of girlhood.
One of these struggles is a girl's physical appearance. Through the centuries there have been different expectations for what a girl should look like. In Gerty's case, she falls very short of the prototype for an attractive, proper girl. She is described often in the text as looking like a witch, and being a very ugly girl, not having a "single attraction" to her. As readers we feel for and have sympathy for Gerty after reading these descriptions. Gerty's appearance leads others to not really notice or pay attention to her. She does not look like a little girl should, and therefore is an outcast in society. It seems that first impressions really do matter, and if you're not fitting the typical mold of appearance, your fate is not shaping up to be a good one. Back then, and even today the "beautiful" people are the ones that get the most attention and praise.
Again, I feel that all of us, regardless of gender strive to find a proper balance in our lives, but there's more pressure put on girls. Back in Gerty's time, women were brought up to be proper housekeepers and good wives and mothers, putting their family's needs first. I feel that society puts different pressures on women now. Now that women are active in the work industry, they struggle to find a balance between taking care of their family and focusing on their career. Gerty seemed to have no balance in her life. She leads a very unorganized one and focuses on nothing other than watching True light the lamps. When she is taken in by True and taught domestic lessons by Mrs. Sullivan, we begin to see some sort of balance and order developing in her life.
I don't think Gerty would be invited to be on the Amy Poehler show. For girls back in the 19th centure and girls today, Gerty would not serve as a role model. I think that if she were to be on the show, she wouldn't have been as well behaved as Anna. I don't think she would have been able to sit still for very long and politely answer questions.
In both the video and the story, we see young girls trying to find their place and purpose in the world. Regardless of the times, the struggles of girlhood endure on. I expect these struggles will not go away anytime soon.
I feel that there is so much pressure on girls that has really not changed since Gerty's time. Though Anna and Gerty live in completely different times and in different societies, they both share the struggles of girlhood.
One of these struggles is a girl's physical appearance. Through the centuries there have been different expectations for what a girl should look like. In Gerty's case, she falls very short of the prototype for an attractive, proper girl. She is described often in the text as looking like a witch, and being a very ugly girl, not having a "single attraction" to her. As readers we feel for and have sympathy for Gerty after reading these descriptions. Gerty's appearance leads others to not really notice or pay attention to her. She does not look like a little girl should, and therefore is an outcast in society. It seems that first impressions really do matter, and if you're not fitting the typical mold of appearance, your fate is not shaping up to be a good one. Back then, and even today the "beautiful" people are the ones that get the most attention and praise.
Again, I feel that all of us, regardless of gender strive to find a proper balance in our lives, but there's more pressure put on girls. Back in Gerty's time, women were brought up to be proper housekeepers and good wives and mothers, putting their family's needs first. I feel that society puts different pressures on women now. Now that women are active in the work industry, they struggle to find a balance between taking care of their family and focusing on their career. Gerty seemed to have no balance in her life. She leads a very unorganized one and focuses on nothing other than watching True light the lamps. When she is taken in by True and taught domestic lessons by Mrs. Sullivan, we begin to see some sort of balance and order developing in her life.
I don't think Gerty would be invited to be on the Amy Poehler show. For girls back in the 19th centure and girls today, Gerty would not serve as a role model. I think that if she were to be on the show, she wouldn't have been as well behaved as Anna. I don't think she would have been able to sit still for very long and politely answer questions.
In both the video and the story, we see young girls trying to find their place and purpose in the world. Regardless of the times, the struggles of girlhood endure on. I expect these struggles will not go away anytime soon.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Uncle Tom's Cabin
There are many lessons being taught in children's literature. As discussed in class, children's literature serves a didatic purpose, which is often in the form of moral lessons. The author usually tries to teach this moral lesson to children through examples of good and bad characters and good and bad actions and the consequences of such.I feel that Uncle Tom's Cabin shares some similarities to the theories of children literature we've discussed and serves a didatic purpose that differs from the norm.
The children featured in Uncle Tom's Cabin live in an entirely different world than do the children that we've discussed so far in class. A majority of the children featured are slave children. Unlike the previous children we've encountered, they're lives are not simple and carefree. These children do not have character flaws and do not serve as vehicles for moral lessons. They are children having to deal with the harsh realities of slave life, and having to be in situations far beyond their years.
As far as didatic purposes go, I feel that Uncle Tom's Cabin did put emphasis on the importance of families and religion in one's life. The importance and value of families is the driving point in the chapters of Uncle Tom's Cabin that we read. It is focus on family that is behind Eliza's reasonsing for running away. She put the best interest of her son, Harry, before her own. Mrs. Bird, although in a very different lifestyle and social class than Eliza, has the same guiding principles. Her family is her main focus, and she is not for the inhumane treatment of slaves or tearing their families apart. Religion and faith are also important aspects in the novel. Tom is portrayed as a Christ like figure and serves as a moral example for truly living by, for, and through faith.
The children featured in Uncle Tom's Cabin live in an entirely different world than do the children that we've discussed so far in class. A majority of the children featured are slave children. Unlike the previous children we've encountered, they're lives are not simple and carefree. These children do not have character flaws and do not serve as vehicles for moral lessons. They are children having to deal with the harsh realities of slave life, and having to be in situations far beyond their years.
As far as didatic purposes go, I feel that Uncle Tom's Cabin did put emphasis on the importance of families and religion in one's life. The importance and value of families is the driving point in the chapters of Uncle Tom's Cabin that we read. It is focus on family that is behind Eliza's reasonsing for running away. She put the best interest of her son, Harry, before her own. Mrs. Bird, although in a very different lifestyle and social class than Eliza, has the same guiding principles. Her family is her main focus, and she is not for the inhumane treatment of slaves or tearing their families apart. Religion and faith are also important aspects in the novel. Tom is portrayed as a Christ like figure and serves as a moral example for truly living by, for, and through faith.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
"Wide Wide World"
In Warner's "Wide Wide World" there are many portrayals of parental characters. Warner uses Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery to show different characteristics of parenting. He stereotypes the father and mother figures, but sticks true to the characteristics that mothers and fathers had in the 19th century when this work was released.
I think that Mrs. Montgomery's portrayal of motherhood is an interesting one. Mrs. Montgomery is a very caring, loving mother. Although she is very ill, she is able to shower her love and affection and proper attention on her daughter, Ellen. She is also a very spiritual woman who has a very close relationship with God. Mrs. Montgomery tries to instill in Ellen the love that she has for the Lord, in hopes that Ellen will grow up to be a spiritual woman, considering her relationship with the Lord to be one of most importance. She also wants Ellen to grow up to be a proper lady, which is why she instills to her and instructs her on how to properly perform household duties. Ellen would probably be a less well behaved child if her mother was not such an important and large influence in her life and upbringing. Mrs. Montgomery is also tough on Ellen with her love, tougher than most parents would be with their 8 year old daughter. I think this is because of her mother's illness, and because she knows that she doesn't have much more time to spend with Ellen. Mrs. Montgomery realizes that Ellen will have to grow up quicker than normal because of her mother's illness, and will be left with what her mother can do for her now. Ellen and her mother share a very close, loving relationship. The reader can tell that Ellen admires her mother very much and loves her with all her heart.
Ellen's father, Captain Montgomery is quite invisible throughout the excerpt. I feel that he does have an influence on Ellen though. He serves as an authoritative figure in her life. Ellen doesn't feel for her father what she feels for her mother. She does not enjoy simply being around him and they don't have an emotional father/daughter relationship at all. Captain Montgomery only provides for his daughter financially. I feel there is no deeper connection between the two.
Ellen's mother plays a very important role in life. Ellen considers her mother to be her best friend. Aside from that, Mrs. Montgomery fulfills other important roles in her life such as being her confidant, teacher, spiritual leader, and provider. The two share a very deep bond. The depth of that bond and the depth of Ellen's feelings for her mother are revealed when she hears that her mother will be leaving her. I don't feel as if Ellen expects much of anything from her father. Aside from being the financial provider for the family, he does not have any other role in his daughter's life or any kind of connection with her.
I think that Mrs. Montgomery's portrayal of motherhood is an interesting one. Mrs. Montgomery is a very caring, loving mother. Although she is very ill, she is able to shower her love and affection and proper attention on her daughter, Ellen. She is also a very spiritual woman who has a very close relationship with God. Mrs. Montgomery tries to instill in Ellen the love that she has for the Lord, in hopes that Ellen will grow up to be a spiritual woman, considering her relationship with the Lord to be one of most importance. She also wants Ellen to grow up to be a proper lady, which is why she instills to her and instructs her on how to properly perform household duties. Ellen would probably be a less well behaved child if her mother was not such an important and large influence in her life and upbringing. Mrs. Montgomery is also tough on Ellen with her love, tougher than most parents would be with their 8 year old daughter. I think this is because of her mother's illness, and because she knows that she doesn't have much more time to spend with Ellen. Mrs. Montgomery realizes that Ellen will have to grow up quicker than normal because of her mother's illness, and will be left with what her mother can do for her now. Ellen and her mother share a very close, loving relationship. The reader can tell that Ellen admires her mother very much and loves her with all her heart.
Ellen's father, Captain Montgomery is quite invisible throughout the excerpt. I feel that he does have an influence on Ellen though. He serves as an authoritative figure in her life. Ellen doesn't feel for her father what she feels for her mother. She does not enjoy simply being around him and they don't have an emotional father/daughter relationship at all. Captain Montgomery only provides for his daughter financially. I feel there is no deeper connection between the two.
Ellen's mother plays a very important role in life. Ellen considers her mother to be her best friend. Aside from that, Mrs. Montgomery fulfills other important roles in her life such as being her confidant, teacher, spiritual leader, and provider. The two share a very deep bond. The depth of that bond and the depth of Ellen's feelings for her mother are revealed when she hears that her mother will be leaving her. I don't feel as if Ellen expects much of anything from her father. Aside from being the financial provider for the family, he does not have any other role in his daughter's life or any kind of connection with her.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Theories for analyzing Children's Literature
One of the main theories for analyzing children's literature is that it is written to teach a lesson, not to entertain. MacLeod states, "the focus of the stories was extremely narrow. They were written to teach, and specifically, to teach morality." (p 89). Writers in the 19Th century believed that children needed to be taught to "conform"( Eppler, p 7) to societal values, and used children's literature to try to get that point across. The stories were also written in order to give children "models of virtuous living." ( MacLeod, p 90).
Atitudes felt towards childhood had an effect on children's literature. The stories primarily focus on children who were "for the most part good", but were "possessed of one great fault (or two or three)" (MacLeod, p 93). Children were also thought of as being "impossible, and inherently bad." (Eppler, p 11).
The examples of the "bad" children in the stories and the conseqences for their behavior were usually quite extreme, focusing on such things as disobeying a parent could lead to time in jail, or trying to steal a cookie, or touching a stove could seriously hurt you, or burn the house down. (MacLeod) These examples were so severe because of the impact they would have on children. Children who might be thinking of misbehaving would be more likely to remember the severe consquences of such acts in the stories they read, than if the consquences were not severe.
The issue of feminism also had a role in 19th century children's literature. Motherhood and children are very closely linked ( eppler), so many of the stories focused on the relationships between children and their mothers. I think this link would be relatable to most if not all readers. Also it seemed to be that any character not male, was thought of being as inferior, and children were ranked lower than women. This brought up the struggles women were facing at that time.
I also think that by providing lessons of morality in children's literature, writer's in the 19th century were also trying to equip children with "moral self reliance, inner independence, kindness, responsibility, and a decent regard for the needs of others"(MacLeod). These virtures would help children become independent,well rounded individuals and also help them conform to the new American society which put heavy focus on indepedence and pride. The American past, was largely ignored.
Atitudes felt towards childhood had an effect on children's literature. The stories primarily focus on children who were "for the most part good", but were "possessed of one great fault (or two or three)" (MacLeod, p 93). Children were also thought of as being "impossible, and inherently bad." (Eppler, p 11).
The examples of the "bad" children in the stories and the conseqences for their behavior were usually quite extreme, focusing on such things as disobeying a parent could lead to time in jail, or trying to steal a cookie, or touching a stove could seriously hurt you, or burn the house down. (MacLeod) These examples were so severe because of the impact they would have on children. Children who might be thinking of misbehaving would be more likely to remember the severe consquences of such acts in the stories they read, than if the consquences were not severe.
The issue of feminism also had a role in 19th century children's literature. Motherhood and children are very closely linked ( eppler), so many of the stories focused on the relationships between children and their mothers. I think this link would be relatable to most if not all readers. Also it seemed to be that any character not male, was thought of being as inferior, and children were ranked lower than women. This brought up the struggles women were facing at that time.
I also think that by providing lessons of morality in children's literature, writer's in the 19th century were also trying to equip children with "moral self reliance, inner independence, kindness, responsibility, and a decent regard for the needs of others"(MacLeod). These virtures would help children become independent,well rounded individuals and also help them conform to the new American society which put heavy focus on indepedence and pride. The American past, was largely ignored.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
I'm a Senior majoring in Child Development from Bellaire, TX. I have one younger sister and an adorable beagle named Dusty. I really enjoy reading and always have. My all time favorite book is Pride and Prejudice. I'm a big fan of all Jane Austen books. I also really enjoy the Harry Potter series. I enjoy reading the Twilight series for some light fun reading. I like listening to pretty much all types of music. I really like Taylor Swift, Green River Ordinance, and Coldplay. I love musicals and musical soundtracks. My favorite musicals are Sound of Music and My Fair Lady. I enjoy watching tv shows including So You Think You Can Dance, Friday Night Lights, and Brothers and Sisters. I also love watching all types of movies. My two all time favorite movies are Father of the Bride and My Best Friend's Wedding. High School Musical is my go to movie when I'm feeling mopey or sad. I really enjoy working with children and every job I've had has involved working with them. I've worked at a day camp in Houston the past few summers and absolutely love it. After graduation I would like to work with children with Autism or Down's Syndrome. I'm a strong Christian and am actively involved at a church here in Fort Worth as well as RUF on campus.
One of the things that drew me to TCU was the student population and teacher to student ratio. I've always attended smaller schools and really feel that the smaller size allows you to develop better friendships with fellow students and better, more attentive relationships with teachers and faculty members. If I was made Chancellor of TCU I would reduce the cost of the meal plans and try to increase the number of parking spots on campus. I think a good teacher is one who challenges his/her students, is very passionate about what he/she is teaching, and is attentive to his/her student's different learning styles. On a random note, if I could have dinner with any three people ( living or dead) I would pick Jane Austen, Steve Martin, and Michael Buble.
Three things I would like you to know about me are (1)I love traveling, (2) I'm a huge fan of the show Friends and have all ten seasons on DVD, and (3) I love meeting people and building friendships which I hope to do in this class. I would like to know what your favorite movie is, where your favorite travel destination is, and what your favorite book is.
I signed up for this class for the Literature credit and because I love reading and thought that this class sounded like it would be interesting. Outside of books for class, I enjoy reading Harry Potter books, Jane Austen books, and Christian books. I also read alot of child development and psychology books. As far as writing beyond papers for school, I keep a journal and have a notebook for quotes that I update pretty often. I also like to write poetry. I feel that my writing style is average, and hope to improve it through this class.
I feel and hope that the way I designed my blog shows that I'm an approachable friendly person who would love to get to know everyone in the class. I also hope that the amount of information in my blog shows that I'm willing to be an active participant in the class. I did, read, understand, and agree to the terms of the course syllabus.
One of the things that drew me to TCU was the student population and teacher to student ratio. I've always attended smaller schools and really feel that the smaller size allows you to develop better friendships with fellow students and better, more attentive relationships with teachers and faculty members. If I was made Chancellor of TCU I would reduce the cost of the meal plans and try to increase the number of parking spots on campus. I think a good teacher is one who challenges his/her students, is very passionate about what he/she is teaching, and is attentive to his/her student's different learning styles. On a random note, if I could have dinner with any three people ( living or dead) I would pick Jane Austen, Steve Martin, and Michael Buble.
Three things I would like you to know about me are (1)I love traveling, (2) I'm a huge fan of the show Friends and have all ten seasons on DVD, and (3) I love meeting people and building friendships which I hope to do in this class. I would like to know what your favorite movie is, where your favorite travel destination is, and what your favorite book is.
I signed up for this class for the Literature credit and because I love reading and thought that this class sounded like it would be interesting. Outside of books for class, I enjoy reading Harry Potter books, Jane Austen books, and Christian books. I also read alot of child development and psychology books. As far as writing beyond papers for school, I keep a journal and have a notebook for quotes that I update pretty often. I also like to write poetry. I feel that my writing style is average, and hope to improve it through this class.
I feel and hope that the way I designed my blog shows that I'm an approachable friendly person who would love to get to know everyone in the class. I also hope that the amount of information in my blog shows that I'm willing to be an active participant in the class. I did, read, understand, and agree to the terms of the course syllabus.
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