The Things They Carried

The new book we are currently reading in E110 is amazing. I love the style of writing and the stories being told to prove deeper meanings. For example, when Jimmy Cross digs the hole, and when O'Brien describes how the men had to take turns going into holes to check for people. Such examples really make the writing really interesting and convey deeper meanings for the reader to understand. I also really LOVE the fourth chapter and the descriptions of the lodge and the boat. That has to be my favorite part thus far, because the rocky boat and the water are great analogies for how some decisions can feel.

End of the Marking Period

The end of the marking period has to be the most stressful time in the school year. Every teacher rushes to get grades in, attempting to meet the required number of grades per marking period. However, this causes chaos for students, who have to handle projects, tests, essays, etc on top of normal homework assignments. Also, after the marking period is finally over, the new one begins, which can be equally as daunting. If you mess up your grades in the beginning, it becomes more difficult to keep high grades later on when there are a million things assigned at once! But alas, graduation is right around the corner, so I can handle a few extra assignments in exchange for freedom.

College Acceptance

I have recently gotten accepted into Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. I have already submitted my reply saying I will attend, and I am veryyyyy very excited about it! It was my dream school, so I applied early decision this year, and luckily, I got in. I think the best part of this, aside from the fact that it is an amazing school, is that I do not have to wait for my acceptance/rejection letter like my friends do. They are really nervous about hearing back from colleges, but the nerve-racking and anxiety-filled waiting session is completed, and happiness ensued. :)