First Blog

Over the semester I was exposed to new forms of writing, pieces that really caught my attention and drew me in. This surprised me because most of the time in my writing classes I have felt the material was dull and not intriguing. This class showed me the wide variety of readings that I could like find and really enjoy. I praise my professor for bringing these pieces to my eyes. I would have not have found them otherwise! I also learned how to use my own voice in my writing, and to not be afraid to use it. Usually in essays and formal papers I refrain from saying things I actually want to say about the topic. However in creative writing I can see how voice is a strength, and this form of writing encourages that type of originality. I still would like to learn how I can better use my voice in my writing, since this is the first time in any class I have put it to use. I learned how well a class can function together when the environment is welcoming and the floor is open for almost ...

Danielle Brazer 1 SHOT: Text: Danny Preslar: brother’s best friend, black hair, ice blue eyes, handsome, the first boy I was in love with. I remember purposely leaving my door open when him and my brother would hangout in the room next to mine so he could say hi if he passed by it. I remember wearing revealing clothes when he came over to see if he would look at me. Dan took my virginity that summer, he never knew how much I liked him. He broke my heart in two when he left for college and forgot all about me. I stayed sad for a long time. I loved him, I felt like I would do anything for him, that I could touch his skin and his only for eternity. I was sure that I would want him forever. I was 15 though. Music: low and upbeat Music in the background, narration over music Display: Zoom out of picture slowly SHOT 2-9: 8 VIDEOS OF MY PARENTS AND HOME LIFE: Text: My Mom and Dad met senior year of high school on the gym bleachers during homeroom where the school gathered in the mor...