Overall, I feel satisfied with my sites at this point of the
semester. As far as my blog goes, I became comfortable quickly and am quite
happy with the formatting choices I made as far as the layout is concerned. After
some googling, I found this customizable template that I downloaded for free from
Georgia Lou Studios and finagled with which is why it might seem visually
different than some which used the ones that came pre-installed on the
platform. My project on my Google site has a way to go, but it’s still early so
I anticipate making some changes here and there with font and photos when I
start writing stories.
I have thoroughly enjoyed both epics that we have read in this
class. The Mahabharata seems a little more mystical and metaphorical than the
Ramayana which I like since each episode is a like a clue to the moral message,
but the Ramayana is story of romance and unrequited love and betrayal that is so
classic. One regret is not writing many stories and opting to make up the
points by doing the extra credit assignments. Since I am pushing myself to do poetry
instead of prose, the Thursday due date has been a time struggle since this takes
more time and effort. My anxious, perfectionist soul has continuously prevented
me from producing a weekly post since I can’t bring myself to publish anything
if it isn’t the best writing possible. I suppose the extra credit assignments
that I have tended toward (Growth Mindset/ HEART) are helping me to work on
abandoning these self-imposed expectations. Though I haven’t written many, it
is still my poem from week 4 that I am most proud of. The reading notes post
strategies have been useful for me since they are short and sweet and remind me
of the parts that I found most important and can return to when I go skim them
for inspiration later.
In looking forward, I realize I need to get the show on the
road with my Storybook now that we have finished both myths. When I go to
write, I want to try to not put too many restrictions on myself as far as
planning goes because in the past, I have realized that this is a sure way to
pigeonhole myself into having writers block. Trying to fit some perception of
what I want from my writing doesn’t necessarily produce such writing. Also, I
have been proactive with accumulating extra points which has prevented me from
beating myself up for not keeping pace with the assignment due dates. I intend
to continue to take it day by day and do as much as I can when I have the time.
I am also very grateful for the grace period. So far, no suggestions!
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